
Elaine Shute
Hobbyist Photographer and Writer
Inspired by Nature, Trees and Travel
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Wild Encounters on a Kenyan Safari Adventure
In December 2023, we embarked on an unforgettable two week Christmas adventure in Kenya, starting in the bustling city of Nairobi. Our journey took us on safari through Amboseli National Park, Tsavo West National Park, and the Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary before heading to the stunning white-sand beaches of Diani on the country's west coast.
Exploring the Wild Beauty of Costa Rica
In March 2023, we spent 2 weeks re-visting our soul country - Costa Rica. We travelled to San Jose, Dominical, Uvita and San Gerado de Dota and had a nature packed roadtrip with our teenage daughters.
A Nordic Voyage: Cruising Norway’s Fjords on P&O’s Iona
In August 2023, I embarked on my first-ever cruise aboard P&O’s Iona, joined by my wonderful mum. It had been more than thirty years since we had travelled together but it was more than just a holiday - it was an unforgettable adventure at sea.
Discovering Kaş: A Hidden Gem on Turkey's Turquoise Coast
The world was opening back up after the pandemic and the summer of 2022 led us to an unforgettable family getaway in Kaş, a charming and relatively undiscovered town nestled along Turkey's breathtaking Turquoise Coast in the Antalya Province.