Author Archives: Jim

What’s this canal boating lark really like?

Life on the canals in the UK

After spending several days canal boating, Jim and Karen are beginning to get the hang of things. In their latest blog post, Jim shares their experiences navigating strangely curved tunnels, parallel parking (not so easy on the water, it appears) and rugby-loving locals.  We have now had a few days on the canals and are […]

Canal boating in the UK: The journey begins

The canal boating adventure through the UK begins

It’s been forty years since Jim and Karen did their first OE as a couple of 20 year olds. For more than 20 years they planned to head back for another OE, and after kids, mortgages and careers they’re finally doing it! In this blog, Jim talks about the beginning of the adventure canal boating […]

40 years on … Take 2: The plan

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Jim and Karen are almost ready to embark on their second OE – forty years after their first one! Here Jim outlines the plan of attack, which involves some canal boating in the UK and getting hold of a motorhome.  The basic plan is underway. As with most things in life, a little planning is […]

40 Years on … Take 2

Jim and Karen canal boating around the UK and Europe

Forty years after their first OE, couple Jim and Karen have decided it’s time for round two. This one will involve canal boating in the UK and navigating European roads in a motorhome. Before you sink your teeth into all their adventures, find out how it all began.  How the heck did we get talked into […]