PinnedJon RhodesinENGAGEWalking 55 miles on the Derwent Valley Heritage WayThe Derwent Valley Heritage Way is a route that follows the course of the River Derwent from Ladybower reservoir through the Peak District.Jun 171Jun 171
Jon RhodesAn Essex Road TripA month or so after we returned home from our first holiday abroad, Jim and I were planning our next adventure. We’re off to Essex.Jul 9Jul 9
Jon RhodesA first holiday abroad without parentsIt’s a July morning in 1995 and I’m at Pond Street bus station in Sheffield getting on a Shearings coach heading to Santa Susanna on the…May 21May 21
Jon RhodesA three day family trip to WrocławLast weekend we — my wife and our two children — spent a long weekend exploring the city of Wrocław in Poland. It’s the best city I’ve…Apr 201Apr 201
Jon RhodesHow do you get the world’s largest hotel chain to offer an acceptable refund?After spending a night getting just a few hours sleep, more accurately, how do you get a franchise of the world’s largest hotel chain to…Dec 7, 2023Dec 7, 2023
Jon RhodesA four day family trip to ViennaI’ve just returned from five days in Vienna with the family. It’s a great place for adults and kids. Have a read of what we got up to.Oct 29, 2023Oct 29, 2023
Jon RhodesTravelling with two cabin bags for a family of fourI’ve just returned from a five day family trip to Vienna. The four of us — two adults and two kids — packed all the things we needed in…Oct 28, 2023Oct 28, 2023
Jon RhodesChoosing a smartphone for an elderly personI’ve written this article to share the steps I took to choose and set up a smartphone for my dad. It might be helpful for others doing…Oct 11, 2023Oct 11, 2023
Jon RhodesA year of microadventures: JulyA solo wander and wild camp on Win Hill.Aug 3, 20201Aug 3, 20201
Jon RhodesA year of microadventures: JanuaryThis year I’ve committed to going on at lease one solo microadventure every month. A cold, windy night in January was a cracking start to…Jan 27, 2020Jan 27, 2020