I wrote this novella before I even started my MA in Creative Non-Fiction.
It’s free for the next five days. Grab a copy by clicking here or in my bio links.
It’s fiction; which is something I seldom play with at all. But I liked it. I guess it’s where I began with things many years ago.
Always wanting to be a writer, I dabbled when I could. The first manuscript I wrote was ironically based on a travel theme, and that is still what I’m writing to this day. Usually it is a true story, or somewhat true.
During my MA, we were asked to write a fiction piece for one of our modules, and I decided to continue with the story of “Delayed”, as I had fallen in love with the characters and I felt they would be happy about more of their story being written. The second part hasn’t been published yet, as I toy with the idea of starting more fiction books. That’s for me to figure out while I continue to work on the next non-fiction book; but also share this free one with you.
For the next four days, you can grab a free download of Delayed, and find out what it’s all about. I would LOVE your review on Amazon – and I’d also love to have you along to support my writer journey as I crank things up once again.
Before Christmas, I was writing 3k words a day and churned out “Look an Elephant in the Eye” with ease (sort of.) Then I was working away for a while and the work which followed that had me losing a little writing momentum. If you are inclined to support my path as I produce more books, and perhaps a fiction title here and there, I would absolutely love you forever.
I can’t pretend it has been an easy ride to get to this place, and I’m still not quite there with the cemented butt on my seat, but I simply have to go all in with the publishing. Of course, they will be along the travel theme for the foreseeable future as it’s what I know and love.
Drop me a message when you have got your copy and let me know what you think.
Discover the Transformation: Marmaris Bay Resort Hotel – A New Era Awaits
In 2018 and 2019, I had the chance to visit the Tui Blue Marmaris, now known as Marmaris Bay Resort Hotel.
We loved the hotel, and as a family, we returned several times.
Last year, I was informed through my Facebook Group, that things were not going so well at the hotel I had come to love.
During my stay, the hotel was going through a significant management restructuring, which unfortunately led to a number of issues. However, I’m excited to announce that I’ve been invited back by the hotel manager to see the improvements they’ve made over the past year.
The changes have been substantial, and I can’t wait to dive into all the details. The hotel now boasts upgraded facilities, improved services, and a commitment to guest satisfaction that I can’t wait to share with you. Whether you’ve been here before or are planning your first visit, this is the perfect opportunity to see how the hotel has turned things around!
I’ll be heading to Marmaris soon to meet with the manager and explore these exciting updates in person. If you’re thinking of booking a stay at Marmaris Bay Resort Hotel, I highly recommend using my affiliate links for the best deals and support for my channel. If you’re still on the fence, make sure to subscribe to my channel for an in-depth look at everything I find on this visit.
Watch the video announcement here
Stay tuned for my upcoming video and blog updates, and let’s see if Marmaris Bay Resort Hotel is now the destination you’ve been waiting for!
Since my last trip to Egypt, I have had one question asked over and over:
"Which is the best hotel you stayed at in Sharm?"
And I must be honest, it's really tough to answer that. It's not because I don't have an opinion, but rather, I have favourite bits in all of them. That includes the budget hotel which I would never (?) return to.
"What do you like?" is my usual response.
If you like quality food, a serene atmosphere and quieter music, I would suggest the Tui Blue Sensatori (Coral Sea).
The hotel was exquisite in every way. The pool was well heated, the food was the best I have tasted in Sharm. For me, travelling as a celiac, the food labelling is important. I should share something on another post - insider information - I found out something pretty significant. I will go into more detail about this hotel in its own blog post.
Incredible room with a jacuzzi bath
Stunning sunsets and beautiful fairy lights for New Year
The pool at night, engulfed with bouganvilla
If you want fun, Coral Sea Water World (CSWW) is your jam. The place has my heart. I totally fell in love with CSWW over the years and it feels like home for so many people. The food seems a little more basic these days which is a pity, but it is completely edible.
One of the pools is heated and that's the place to go for all the action during the cooler months. We fondly refer to it as the 'little swimming pool'.
No words can describe this sunrise
The little swimming pool is heated in winter
Incredible jaccuzi room
The rooms are big at CSWW and I would have thought the entertainment would be better suited to children there, although one Mum shared how much her little ones loved the Tui Blue. The staff kept them entertained nicely.
The Budget hotel was called the Rehana. I stayed there as a base while I ventured out to the other hotels to film and take photos and that was a good idea. Booking through Love Holidays was a new adventure to me. I only paid £420 for the entire two weeks. The cost included flights from Gatwick, 14 nights accommodation in a single room (there were very comfy twin beds) and food and drinks for the duration of the stay. I will go in to more details on another blog post about the finer details of this hotel. I have a lot to say. Not all good; but some was good, and for the price I paid, I can't complain overly. It's hard to recommend this hotel because the quality just wasn't up to scratch. I'm sad to say this about any place in Egypt as I do feel the place carries some magic, no matter what.
Back in 2009, I visited Sharm for the first time. I stayed at a place called the Royal Albatros Moderna back then and I decided I wanted to go back again. The main reason was to research for my upcoming book "This time in Africa".
The management of the hotel overdelivered and far exceeded my expectations. I was met by the booking.com manager, Luca, who showed me to my incredible suite for the next couple of days.
The hotel is now called the Pickalbaros Royal Moderna. Let's call it Moderna. I felt as if there was something for everyone there. The family areas were bustling and exciting with music and dancing woven throughout the daytime and the quiet areas were certainly snoozeworthy. Play areas for the children were dotted around the grounds and there were games galore, including mini golf.
One of the longest piers in Nabq
This shower came at me from all angles! Incredible.
This one wasn't gluten free - but how pretty
Stunning cafe area with a real barrister
Happy me.
Food in the Moderna was more than adequate, but seldom are you able to expect Michelin star standards in Sharm. The Tui Blue concept was the best show of food, and I found it hard to improve the food suggestions there. Tasty, pretty, well-labelled food was in every restaurant and the service was second to none.
I will detail these four hotels, and what I have found in each of them, in their own individual blog posts, so come back for more.
To answer the question of which was my favourite or which was the best, is impossible. What do you like? Which would I go to again? It really depends on the wants and needs at the time.
Something you mustn't miss is the extensive videos I created about these hotels. They will show you everything you could wish to know and more - I hope you find them useful.
Do reach out to me if you have questions - but there will be plenty more information upcoming.
As always
Louise xoxo
PS - this post may include affiliate links, which means if you book with the links, the company may pay me a few pence for the introduction.
