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From One Ironman to Another

Posted on April 5, 2013 by John Kirk

by John Kirk Birmingham shivered in sub zero temperatures. Even Antony Gormley’s Iron Man looked a little rustier with the snow settled on him. It was time to get away to warmer climes and the land of iron men of … Continue reading →

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Lanzarote – Fire Mountains, Fabulous Sunsets & Bee Gee Tribute Bands

Posted on April 1, 2013 by Junying Kirk

On the last day of my early Easter break, as I sat on the comfy sofas in the lobby, looking out to the shimmering pool, surrounded by straw parasols and suntanned bodies of fellow holiday makers, I look back at … Continue reading →

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Amsterdam (2) – City of Arts, Canals, Cycling, Rembrandt, Van Gogh and Dutch Masters

Posted on September 11, 2012 by John Kirk

John: Two Wheels Better Than Four As a keen cyclist I was looking forward to seeing how well Amsterdam’s transport system worked. From the moment you land at Schiphol Airport the modernity and thoroughness of thought are what strike you. … Continue reading →

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A Most Memorable Day Out to London Olympics

Posted on August 6, 2012 by John Kirk

by John Kirk The Olympic Games is something that happens overseas, in another time zone, in another language. The strange and wonderful thing is that this time it is happening just 100 miles away from our house, broadcast by the BBC. … Continue reading →

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Swimming, Sports and Olympics 2012

Posted on July 30, 2012 by Junying Kirk

“Hey,” a male voice shouted, just as I was about to swim away from the edge of the pool. I turned round, slowly registering that it was directed at me. There was no one else in the pool. All I … Continue reading →

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Cycling in Gran Canaria and Visit to Palmitos Park

Posted on April 10, 2012 by John Kirk

Ninety-nine  per cent of visitors to the lovely volcanic island of Gran Canaria (GC) are happy to lay by the pool, getting a tan and eating three buffet meals a day before shuffling off down to the nearest bar and … Continue reading →

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