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A tempting herbal tea recipe is waiting to warm the brave souls traveling during this season when the brisk winter weather blows over the breathtaking Channel Islands. These scenic isles provide a lovely getaway
Rachel Clarke is the owner of Rachey Bean Scenes, new on-line digital art business based in Jersey where she was also born.
Amidst the glistening waters of the English Channel lies a world of festive wonders waiting to be discovered. This year, let your holiday season be unlike any other as you immerse yourself in the captivating charm of Jersey and Guernsey
Greetings, dear readers! We're thrilled to kick off an exciting giveaway that's bound to add a touch of magic to your space.
Lara Todd is a florist and the owner of Fille à Flleur. She has been a resident of Guernsey since the age of eleven, and it is undoubtedly her home.
Kelly Priaulx, a Guernsey native, is working alongside her husband and three young children to renovate and restore a 17th-century traditional farmhouse.
The stunning Channel Islands, are not only a haven for nature enthusiasts and history buffs but also for those seeking a vibrant nightlife experience.
Louise Hill, although of British in origin, has spent a significant portion of her life in Africa. She was born in Kenya and raised in Zimbabwe. She also lived in England for a long time.
It is well known that Britain avoided being directly occupied by the Nazis during the Second World War, as the Blitz was abandoned in 1941 and Hitler turned his attentions eastwards to invading the Soviet Union.
Karen Mackay was born and raised in Upstate New York, by her American (Scarsdale, NY) father, Scottish (Thurso, Cathiness) mother and was schooled in Ireland & the USA.
If you’ve been searching for the ultimate destination fishing trip, the Channel Islands could be just what you’ve been looking for! When it comes to destination fishing and adventure trips, there’s a fantastic gem located in the Channel Islands
Bam's Bikes is owned and operated by Alabama "Bam" Westle and Stephen Dewe, who are a young local couple - cycling every day is a way of life here on car-free Sark.
Monica Camara is 29 and was born and raised here in Guernsey. She loves island life and is a dog mama to two beautiful Shelties. Monica is also a crystal lover and Reiki 1 attuned.
Today we’re exploring our rich tradition of knitted wool sweaters called ‘Ganseys’ or ‘Jerseys’. We’re delving deep into the history of Jersey knitwear, unwinding the mysterious and ancient origins of the iconic Gansey fishermen’s sweater.
Imagine embarking on an island hopping holiday through the picturesque Channel Islands. With their stunning landscapes, rich history, and unique blend of cultures, these enchanting islands offer a truly unforgettable adventure.
When you imagine the Channel Islands, you might picture a charming British haven nestled in the sea. However, the islands' status is more intriguing than it may initially appear.
Matthias Plunser was born in a little village in the Austrian Alps as the oldest of 4 boys. He went to the University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna to study the trombone to become a professional musician.
Agnes (or Anežka in Czech) comes from Prague, Czech Republic. She has been travelling for most of her life, has lived outside of her home country and she loves being a nomad.
Aimee De La Mare is 32 years old and was born and raised in Guernsey. She has Native Canadian Indian heritage, specifically from Saskatchewan, but her family and she have not been able to determine the specific reservation and tribe.
I'm Nicole, and I'm here to tell you about the top ten scuba diving sites in the UK Channel Islands, marine protected areas thriving with an abundance of sea life.
Ahoy there me Hearties, I’m Nicole and I write about sailing in the beautiful Channel Islands, my beloved home. The UK Channel Islands are a hidden gem for sailing enthusiasts, offering stunning coastlines, abundant marine and birdlife.
This is a common question, and the complexity of applying for and obtaining a visa will vary depending on your nationality and purpose for entering the country.
When you love your dog, bringing him/her on holiday should be as easy as you hope it to be. Sometimes it is so much more of a hassle than you would want it to be.
For at least 250,000 years, people have been a part of the rich history of the Channel Islands off the coast of France. Once a part of continental Europe, these islands have witnessed some significant aspects of humanity's history
The best perk of being a digital nomad is the freedom to work from anywhere in the world. You can operate from the comfort of your home, but if you want to change things up a little bit
Sailing holidays in the UK often involves navigating areas with strong tidal streams and high tidal ranges, especially around the beautiful windswept islands of Jersey and Guernsey and their associated smaller islands in the English Channel.
The Channel Islands are a birder’s dream. The unique geographical position makes it a stopover for many migrating birds and a harbour for others. Equipped with a bit of knowledge, your visit can include wonderful bird observations.
Calling all expats! Whatever life choice brought you to the Channel Islands, whether it started as what was meant to be short-term and resulted in you never leaving. Or perhaps it was a long-standing dream of yours.
Navigating the quagmire of mobile phones and prepaid SIM cards can be difficult in your home country. It is all the more difficult when going somewhere else in the world…even if they speak your language of origin.
We will not wait for you to read half of this article before discovering the cold truth. The cost of living in the Channel Islands is ‘generally’ more expensive compared to the UK or other nearby EU countries.
Chris Griffiths is a 49-year-old illustrator and graphic designer who, along with his brother Marc, owns Two Degrees North, a Design & Advertising Studio that they've run for the past 19 years.
Whether a seasoned rower or just starting, the Channel Islands are a great place to enjoy this fantastic sport. With its sheltered waters and beautiful scenery, rowing here is an enjoyable and challenging experience.
The Channel Islands have a rich legacy of churches, chapels, and places of worship. The first significant evidence of Christianity is documented as coming to the Channel Islands around 520AD when Samson of Doi visited Guernsey.
Living in the Channel Islands can be great fun. There are so many activities to participate in, and the scenery is stunning. However, sometimes the weather can be unpredictable, and that's when indoor sports come in handy.
The Channel Islands are a place of stunning natural beauty and naturally have therefore inspired a number of artists including Joseph Mallord William Turner, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Sarah Louisa Kilpack, Peter Le Lievre and Paul Jacob Naftel.
Are you considering taking the leap into living the expat lifestyle? The Channel Islands are the ideal place to relocate if you are searching for that special place to enjoy a high quality of life with the perfect work-life balance.
The impressionist artist Pierre-Auguste Renoir spent a month on the Islands in 1883 and created fifteen beautiful depictions of Moulin Huet. Today’s blog focuses on looking at the Channel Islands from Renoir’s perspective.
Welcome to the Channel Islands, where the sun shines bright, the laughter never ends, and money seems to grow on trees – well, almost 😉 Nestled in the English Channel, these delightful islands boast a unique blend of financial prowess
Running can be a life-changing activity, but unfortunately, a lot of runners will never get the chance to fall in love with it before they decide it is too hard and quit.
Many people ask us what language is spoken in the Channel Islands. Today, English is the standard language of the four main Channel Islands of Guernsey, Jersey, Alderney and Sark.
There’s something special and magical in enjoying a yoga session outside, surrounded by nature. It connects you to the earth on a deeper level, and makes staying in the present moment easier.
Archery is popular around the world and has thousands of years of history behind it. But getting started with archery can be quite difficult. There are different types of archery, bows, and equipment.
For me, winter is the best time to get outside and explore. There's something about the crisp air that just make me feel alive.
Vikki Bennett classes herself as a true „Guernsey Girl“ with a real passion for her Island home. Vikki is a founder and director of VB Property Consultants Limited and possesses extensive knowledge in all areas of the Guernsey residential market.
Louise Croft is a digital nomad and YouTuber from UK who is living happily in Guernsey for the long term. Together with her husband, Louise has traveled across many different countries while running a mixture of online businesses.
I have always been a bit of a fitness enthusiast. I love to be active and stay in shape, and I have always enjoyed dancing. So when I moved to the Channel Islands, I was excited to find
Carl Ward is proud to have been born and bred in beautiful Guernsey. He is a Broadcaster, DJ & Event Host and has been doing that for over 30 years. He presents the mid-morning show on Guernsey’s commercial radio station.
It’s like bar hopping but with islands, not pubs. My friends from London who visited me in Sark knew that they wanted to make the most out of their weekend break in the Channel Islands.
Sara and Chantelle are a couple of "authentic donkeys" (as they describe themselves), both Guernsey born and bred. They met as they homeschooled their children and they share their love for the outdoor life that Guernsey provides.
If you’re looking for well-hidden sea-bound wonderlands to explore in Europe, then bring your campervan to the Channel Islands. Smack dab between Britain and France, this epic van life destination boasts long beautiful beaches.
Since the start of the 21st century, renewable energy has had a boom around the world. Such high acceptance and popularity of renewable energy are due to two main factors.
The Channel Islands are a fantastic place to spend Christmas and New Year. In today’s blog, we bring you the best events and recommendations for travelling to the Channel Islands for Christmas and New Year 2023.
Antonia Rainbow is from the UK and moved to Guernsey with her husband and their two children 4 years ago, and they've never looked back!
Megan Seward is a personal coach and founder of Isle Health, a company that offers a variety of bespoke exercise programs for clients that have medical barriers to exercise.
What do I love about going on staycation? There is plenty to choose from, but I will confess that I love having an excuse to try all the different cosy and lovely pubs and restaurant a place has to offer.
Jess moved to Guernsey from New Zealand in 2020. She feels like she arrived in Guernsey at the same time as Covid and, because of Covid, she is still here. Her original plan was to drop by for six months.
Jack Collenette is a 23-year-old rising culinary star from Guernsey. Jack attended Catering College and has also worked at Moores Hotel for the last seven years. For his extraordinary skills he received the Apprentice of the year award in 2022.
Valeria Silva was born on the beautiful Island of Madeira and came over to Guernsey when she was 18 months old as her parents moved over here to work. She speaks both Portuguese and English and loves both cultures.
Linda Andreika comes from Latvia but has been calling Guernsey her home for 11 years! She came here in the spring of 2011 with her friends and has been here ever since.
Health and wellness facilities are well established in the Channel Islands and provide world-class care for health and overall wellbeing. The best facilities are available on the larger islands requiring transport to these islands.
Gemma Dawkins is a Jersey girl with an Aussie heart. Born here in Jersey she moved to Australia in 2019, spent 3 years there, met her partner and they have recently just moved back to Jersey.
The Channel Islands may not be tropical, but that does not mean they are not a paradise that many find attractive as a place to live and work. The wild scenery is spectacular.
Claire Haithwaite was born in Jersey and, at the age of 18, moved to London to pursue a career in design, publishing and retail design. Eventually she moved to Amsterdam where she renovated a number of Dutch canal houses.
Laura is a Jersey-born blogger who runs Nineby5. This originally started as a way of exploring the capabilities to achieve big city dreams on a small island and to embrace local creativity and talent.
As a writer and former dance teacher with a passion for history, Kary’s love of her Island home inspired her to qualify as a Blue Badge Tourist Guide, and to become a site guide for Jersey Heritage.
Becky Kinross is the lead videographer at Films About Love. Her passion for video started at the age of 14 and led her to train as a film editor at the Arts University Bournemouth.
David Priddis is a kayaker and photographer who loves to travel and explore the world. David was born in Australia and grew up in Jersey from a young age. He considers himself an honorary Bean.
In this interview we asked Molly & Sam, the co-owners of Mollies Cupcakes a few questions about their baking business which is based in Jersey.
Rachael Cumberland-Dodd, originally from Nottingham is now a fully-fledged Guern. Rachael runs her own marketing business called Feed Marketing and we asked her few questions about it.
Kezia is a newbie to Guernsey and she runs both The Boho Bride and Sew Guernsey. She is from Kent, studied Costume Interpretation in Bournemouth, lived and worked in London for a couple of years.
Have you ever been tempted to live as an expat but not sure if you are ready to drag your family kicking and screaming through the jungles of Southeast Asia to find a job?
Do you love a nice cup of tea? In this article we asked Katherine Boucher from The Jersey Tea Company a few questions about growing tea in Jersey.
Tish Delaney is a writer living on Alderney which she often describes as mini-Donegal. It reminds her so much of her childhood holidays. She is originally from County Tyrone in Northern Ireland although she left there when she was eighteen.
Melissa Campbell is the owner and MD of Situations Recruitment Agency in Guernsey. We asked her a few questions about her favourite spots on the island as well as about the recruitment industry in Guernsey.
Naomi Tustin lives in Guernsey and together with her husband Ben runs their own business - The Seaweed Food Co. In this interview we asked about her seaweed business and her life in Guernsey.
Georgi is a classical crossover soprano, Classic Brit Award Nominee and achieved No.1 in the iTunes Classical Charts in May 2021. Her work ranges from singing internationally, West End, performing with her girl group Ida Girls Official.
In this interview we asked Catherine Woodhouse a few questions about her little fragrance business and why she fell in love with Alderney.
In this interview we asked Cassie Arlotte - founder of The Grazing Kitchen - a few questions about her business and her favourite places in Guernsey. Cassie runs The Grazing Kitchen alongside her husband, Sam.
Etienne Laine has been a self-employed photographer for the past eleven years. He works with a variety of clients ranging from small startups, large agencies and private clients in print and digital.
Jimmy is a Guernsey local and a self employed boxing personal trainer owning JackalBoxfit. In his spare time he loves to go to CrossFit, yoga, and the gym. He is an obsessive Manchester United fan!
Rosanne Guille, or Rosie as most people call her, is a full time professional artist. She grew up on the magical, tiny, car-free island of Sark and has two teenage children who also grew up there.
In today's interview, we talked to Anett who comes from Budapest but has been living on Guernsey since 2019 with her partner who is a local. She is the person behind The Wedding Company whose mission is to make couple's
In this interview we asked Paul Mariess a few questions about his profession as well as about the best places to see in Guernsey. Paul is a born and bred Guernseyman who has travelled widely.
In this interview we asked Rujuta Sahani a few questions about her journey to become a food photographer and about her favourite spots in Jersey.
In this interview we asked Madvi Harchad, founder of Soava Boutique, a few questions about her business and life in Guernsey. Madvi is a Malagasy woman living in the Channel Islands for almost 2 years.
As it is today, the Channel Islands were popular destination spots for tourists before World War 2, as well. Known for horticulture and tourism, the Channel Islands attracted visitors, even after the start of World War II.
In today's interview, we reached out to Claire Galliott who lives in Guernsey and runs a floristry & styling company called Simply Bespoke that offers a bespoke floral services from bouquets to large events and weddings.
Megan is Guernsey born and bred and absolutely loves living on the island. She had a brief stint off-island for university but really did not enjoy living away from her family and the beautiful beaches and commons.
Becky is a former BBC presenter, influencer and blogger who moved to Jersey to start an influencer marketing agency. What does she like about Jersey?
Jackie is Guernsey born and describe the Channel Islands as Paradise. The Islands are all different, all special. Clean, safe and friendly.
First of all, we need to consider the perceptions of the Channel Islands by the UK residents. Typically speaking, UK residents adore the Channel Islands for their stunning natural sights and unique culture.
Did you know that some of the most fantastic golf clubs in Europe reside in the Channel Islands? In particular, the picturesque island of Jersey has an extremely impressive golf pedigree.
Pedaling a bike is a an excellent way of exploring the Channel Islands, from Jersey’s coastal roads and network of 15mph limit green lanes, to Guernsey’s selection of 11 official cycle routes.
When traveling, eating vegetarian or vegan can be difficult, but often there are lovely restaurants that cater to a plant-based lifestyle around the world. The Channel Islands are no exception.
Are you wondering what to do on New Year's Day? If so, you have come to the right stop to discover what the lovely Channel Islands have to offer on January 1st, 2022!
Channel Islands are filled with breathtaking coastlines, hidden beaches and an astounding history that will take you back in time. They are great place to spend Christmas this year.
Probably the most exciting facet of the Channel Islands is their wine, cider and beer scene. The weather here is perfect for crafting premium beverages and spirits, and talent abounds.
The Guernsey and Jersey islands hiking trails offer stunning views from high up on cliffs or below on beaches. I want to share some hikes that have made me feel connected with this place so far.
The Channel Islands are scenic, and beautiful archipelago, each of the islands has its own unique and exciting character. The Channel Islands are just a short trip away from both the United Kingdom.
I first began exploring the Channel Islands more when I knew I needed more time in nature to break up long work weeks. All it took was one day-long excursion to one of the bays of Jersey.
If you have been considering boating in the Channel Islands, but don’t know where to start, then you have come to the right place!
If you’re into diving and you want to experience everything that the Channel Islands have to offer, then you have come to the right place!
Homesteading may seem like a new concept in many parts of the world, but for the people who live in the Channel Islands, it has been a way of life for centuries.
The first thing that comes to mind when we think of eating on an island are dishes prepared with fish, shellfish, fruits and typical species of the area.
The term may sound new to many people, but it is not. It became popular in 2008 as a result of the financial crisis, especially in the United Kingdom with the devaluation of the British Pound.
The Channel Islands have been a favorite vacation destination for travelers from the UK and abroad for decades. Exploring the islands by motorcycle is one of the best ways to do it when the weather's right.
If you identify as a woman and are looking forward to traveling by yourself on a remote island, then you might consider seeing the Channel Islands, near England.
Whether you came by flying or sailing, once you arrive at any of The Channel Islands, what you most want to do is go for a walk. Some of these islands offer rides that you can do by car.
The Channel Islands are an English Channel archipelago off the coast of France. It is a popular destination for tourists that is well-known for its relaxed atmosphere, natural beauty, and wildlife diversity.
The Channel Islands have become a favorite point in the itineraries of important cruises that depart from Southampton in the United Kingdom, pass through France, Spain and Portugal.
When we hear the name The Channel Islands, the first thing that comes to mind is nature, beach, sea, tourism and landscapes. Being a group of small islands, the last thing that would come to mind is literature.
There is something that we have to recognize, we know very little, to say nothing, about sailing. We do not have the knowledge to recommend a boat of 30, 40 or 50 feet, or more inclusive.
When living on the Channel Islands, it can feel like a challenge to stay active during the winter months. Rest assured, you can still enjoy most of your favorite outdoor activities.
When the days are the shortest, and their temperature is at its coolest, staying active on the Channel Islands during the winter may not be the first thing on your mind.
If you have ever tried yoga or regularly practice it, then you may know that it is a practice that prioritizes consistent movement, along with other principles.
Hking is one of the best and most scenic activities that the Channel Islands has to offer. Whether it is a light stroll through a meadow or country lanes.
The Channel Islands provide a unique location to live. The beautiful views, sounds of the ocean wave, and a multitude of other things make the Channel Islands a coveted place to call home.