Katie Silcox

Oh hi! Ok, let me give it another try

Um hi, hello. Are we still here? I lost access a month or two ago and only just got around to regaining it (as with most things in life, it was very easy to get back in…once I made the minimal effort). What’s new? What are we talking about these days?

Such a wonderful, wholesome experience at Finca La Zara in Gurabo, Puerto Rico - a family-owned and family-run farm and restaurant growing cassava, corn, pumpkin, peppers and just about any other fruit, vegetable or plant you can think of! Delicious! 🍅🥑🌽🍍

YES! I do have one to speak to (my partner, also one of the reasons I’m learning). But it’s just *so* much easier for us to communicate the day-to-day in English 🙃

Hahaha. But did you start them yet….?

I found it helpful as a beginner actually, more about learning words than anything else, but that’s as good a starting point as anything else right?!

A month late, but thank you!!

Reconfirmed that I love #NYC last week. Thanks to the lady who offered (unprompted) to take a photo of this solo traveller 📸

300 days! But I finished the @duolingoverde.bsky.social Arabic course over a month ago (did I kill the owl?). Have just been repeating the same phrases ever since. What next? Recommendations please 🙏 #langsky

Sunday Sunset in Athens #Αθήνα #acropolis

Had to leave my seat by this pool this morning because I was TOO HOT! Happy December #sorrynotsorry 📍 @acehotel.bsky.social in Athens

Sundaying 📍Kypseli, Athens

On the 20th anniversary of the #BoxingDaytsunami, which killed 225,000 people across 14 countries, I spoke to people in #SriLanka at the time about their experiences then - and hopes for Sri Lanka today.

Thank you to those who trusted me to share their stories: citizen-femme.com/2024/12/26/b...

This city is filled with emotion. It’s not just about a new beginning; it’s about dealing with the past. People here say that when they took to the streets [13 years ago], what they wanted was a peaceful change. They wanted democracy. They wanted freedom - Zeina Khodr for @aljazeera.com 💚💚💚 #syria

One day I hope to be able to read some of these books in Arabic. For reference on how long it might be until I can, I am currently reading this… 🤣

Burj Al Arab Review: What It’s Like To Stay In The Iconic Hotel Burj Al Arab Review: Jumeirah’s Burj Al Arab is a symbol of Dubai in more ways than one. This is what it's like to stay in the iconic hotel.

Ever wondered what it's like to stay in one of the world's most iconic hotels? I took on the task of finding out. With Rolls Royce transfers, gold cappuccinos and butlers to run hot baths, it was a tough assignment. What can I say, I'll do anything for my craft. citizen-femme.com/2024/12/02/b...

Take away coffee outdoors at a festive cafe

Today’s morning coffee pilgrimage ☕️🎅 #athens #greece

It made me laugh!

Christmas tree with sparse decorations

They tried… I think?! Christmas at my local supermarket. 📍Athens, Greece

Haha, now that would be an interesting museum!

Athens (obviously) faced the same. But what’s lovely is that a few of the metro stations now display some of the pieces excavated nearby. Mini underground museums as you commute!

Oh I remember this day well! I was stuck at Athens airport for seven hours, before managing to book a different flight (to Heathrow). Glad you got to your destination in the end too!

Oh this is such a kind thing to ask for your sister! I think in general I use social media more for entertainment than work, so it’s hard to say how I’m finding it for work. But will say I’ve barely used X for the last year - so this has to be a better option for the fact I’m even opening it!

Another great #travelwriter list here. Found a few more familiar faces in it too!

Excellent, I’d call that a good result!

I get this, and I quite like it too - just would also like to carve out a few weekends to fully relax!

Oh this is very exciting! Leaving the house yes, but more so the book signing. Look forward to seeing more from it!

I agree, it is a great day for writing. Especially in Athens (where I’m based) as shops, supermarkets etc are closed, so less distraction. But, yes! Rest is so important. Yet to find a solution.

Always. Same again next weekend?

Haha yes, with you on the not finishing too!