Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 28/08/2026Enjoy - we are sat in the foothills behind Lucca sharing EarPods (cheaper version) and listening to the “Venetian Candidate” in the dark! It’s rather hot and humid here. Cannot imagine what it’s like further south. 220 2
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 13/08/2026The view from Rimini airport where the staff got to enjoy the view and we got to queue Ryan Air style! 010 1
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 13/08/2026From inside Rimini airport we got to enjoy the sight of the staff watching anything happening outside whilst Passengers were corralled within a complex Ryan Air queuing system - no view of rhe outdoors! 000 0
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 09/07/2026Thought I’d wander back from my meeting at Tavistock Place towards (loose term) Liverpool Street - I had plenty of time! Gave up by Kings Cross! Too warm! Hope you stayed cooler! 100 1
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 06/07/2026Im going to say that from lived experience that Etna is a fickle character who needs to be treated with respect! Stunning…but…would go back in an instance!!! My own photos…long story…the guide isn’t always right! 110 1
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 21/06/2026Not often I can say “I was there!”…and be utterly inline with the Zeitgeist…but I was & I took my 20 & 16 year old daughters who knew every word! And are far “cooler” than I will ever be! #Gorillaz #TottenhamStadium Utterly phenomenal & the most beautiful, inspirational, generous experience 000 0
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 11/06/2026So so grim…stay warm! Came home and am in pjs and furry dressing gown! Here the wildlife has also decided to vote with their feet…rabbit has set up camp in the “hut” - here’s to a sunny weekend! 010 1
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 08/05/2026I found this evening that going into the garden and spending time in nature was somewhat more restorative and positive - there is hope with any rainbow…Norfolk needs double hope tonight!!! 100 1
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 30/04/2026Absolutely gorgeous - hello from a sunny Google building at Kings Cross 000 0
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 25/04/2026@pgjonesvenice.bsky.social - hard match to watch as a Canaries fan! But nice to end the season at the right end of the table! Not sure any of us thought that possible in December! 110 1
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 20/03/2026What a joyful thread! I say this as a bereaved dog owner who over the last 15 years, replaced 4 sofas, spent thousands on fencing to contain a compulsive Door-Dasher! Had to put top locks on doors as he could open them by bouncing on the handle & spent the equivalent of a mortgage on doggy daycare 011 1
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 14/03/2026The complex interrelationships in the rugby explained through cocktails - Negroni with a Welsh Gin base! Cin Cin my Negroni admiring friends - @rickturner.bsky.social @pgjonesvenice.bsky.social #ForzaAzzurri #dewchymlaencymru 230 3
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 18/02/2026Looks fabulous…the other Serenissima is pretty ok too! 100 1
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 17/02/2026Carnevale - and Chinese New Year - came with no expectations and had the most hilarious day. Fritelle (for breakfast) through to sunset and beyond! 9.5 miles and 15 storeys of walking! Cheese and franciacorta for supper! Just amazing #Venezia #carnevale 020 2
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 05/02/2026Oh my goodness - how gorgeous. We have guinea pigs at school to support pupils with regulation! The therapy pigs have taken part in GCSEs, enjoyed stimulating witting and just bringing joy… 140 4
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 14/12/2025Absolute highlight…added the Vasari corridor to the Uffizi ticket. So across the Ponte Vecchio above all the shops and people! 100 1
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 13/12/2025Oh I do love a “furtle” through other people’s cupboards and lives!!! (As we say in Norfolk!! Another gorgeous film. Thank you xxx. From a cheeky weekend away in Firenze!!!!! 110 1
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 02/11/2025We’re back too! After Positano, Turin was its usual very chilled self! Welcome back! Enjoy the other La Serenissima 110 1
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 27/10/2025Rainy this evening here - 🤞🏼 for sunshine tomorrow - for us all. Although my friend has a small place near Monte Bianco…and has sent these photos! She took shorts 🤦🏼♀️ 000 0
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 27/10/2025That’s a great street!!! Flew over Venice today - the cloud over the Dolomites lifted as we got there! The Amalfi is sunny - but predictably chilly once the sun goes. View from the apartment…and the builders’ transport -!Have the best time 100 1
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 28/09/2025Greetings from a cloudy lunchtime in Epsom and now cloudy and chilly Norfolk!!! Have a fabulous break! 110 1
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 30/08/2025Isn’t it stunning!!! We stayed at the Austuria Ungaria - as the Excelsior was a little busy…but enjoyed “hanging around” the beach area! Staying with us - Noomi Rapace (which I found out on my return - as I didn’t recognise her!!!) Not long till you’re back! 210 2
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 30/08/2025What a lovely few minutes spent immersed in your nomadic life! I’m back from Italy & of course Venice - with the last few days on the Lido amongst the frenzied build up to the film festival. Just amazing! Italy was in equal measure noisy, vibrant & then just serene! But my garden has suffered 😩! 100 1
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 21/08/2025Doing our usual zig zag courtesy of Frecciarossa and Rv, across Italy!!! Could do with Siena being a little more accessible - had to revert to a 50 minute bus journey to avoid a 4 hour train trek!!! 100 1
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 13/08/2025Every intention of going to the Piazza this morning - but the heat is overwhelming…every bit of shadow filled! So watched the trials for the Palio from the apartment - #palio #siena #batterie 010 1
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 13/05/2025I agree! And I’m super impressed with Hazel (is it???). She is quite funny and her jacket merged beautifully with the background!!!! 020 2
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 09/04/2025Superb! I was back in “the gardens” about a month ago…fascinated the silence, the lack of tourists around S Pietro and by the huge arms/hands which could be seen within the Arsenale! Such a special place to visit and mooch around. Looking forward to the next instalment. 120 2
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 06/03/2025One last irritating photo - Winterton-on-Sea today! 6th March! CEO/Leaders meeting on the beach! A rare event x 020 2
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 06/03/2025Oh dear - two weeks ago it was a little hit and miss - fog then brief amazing sunshine! Then back to cloud again! Found some quirky little galleries in La Latina -possibly even best described as bonkers. Loved it! x ps so warm I pulled my sleeves up and look like a builder drinking cava! Have fun! 110 1
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 04/02/2025@realgeoffbarton.bsky.social - a really fabulous visit. So many topics covered and thank you for coming and visiting! 050 5
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 02/02/2025Such a brilliant evening - great food! Great company - meeting Mindy and her husband - she came to Venice in January 1990 just as I left (mid December 89) - Mindy met a Venetian and married him! Strange parallels and sliding doors conversations!!! And a wonderful setting! 020 2
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 02/02/2025@pgjonesvenice.bsky.social @rickturner.bsky.social - my friend’s first visit to Venice…we’ve walked miles as you do…meal tonight - any recommendations please! I’ve done the one I know!!! We’re staying just off Campo Maurizio - Now coffee! 240 4
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 25/01/2025Train back from Bradford yesterday - storm did not help, poor photos of near sunset over fens with the sluices open…now up for football (lunchtime kick off) - next week Venice! Woohoo! Have a great La Serenissima!!! 110 1
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 19/01/2025Will also take heed & wait a couple of years before visiting the Vasari corridor; thank you for including the wonderful translation around “original simplicity”! A weekend in December to Florence was delightful! An opportunity for a spontaneous Accademia visit to sit for 45 minutes with David! 120 2
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 27/12/2024I’m going to miss you there too!!! I’m going soon with my ex BBC colleague! But don’t ask me where to stay…not booked yet…just the flights! So following for advice…Venice looks amazing - Whereas I was at Holkham Hall today (in the fog) enjoying their amazing Christmas trees and decorations! 110 1
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 15/12/2024Piazzale Michelangelo! They’re up until January 7th! You could do Twixmas!!!! Last one…I promise! 110 1
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 15/12/2024It’s stunning! But I’m sure Venice is looking so beautiful too. Have some tasteful Christmas cheer from across the city…they do a good tree!!!! 100 1
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 15/12/2024Buon Viaggio!! Italy was her usual beautiful self…have the most amazing time! 4 photos for you…despite it being terrifying sharing images with a professional photographer! 120 2
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 13/12/2024I will miss you in Venice! And did you actually see Gladiator after your close encounter last year! 100 1
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 01/12/2024A wander around UEA Broad was less picturesque!!! Buongiorno La Serenissima!!! However - returning home Roman Holiday on TV - bliss! 110 1
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 29/11/2024Spoke on the same stage as Lord Blunkett about inclusion and the challenge of supporting the needs of autistic learners in schools - considering specialist settings mainstream settings. So privileged to share thinking - so much so I will pass on my usual editing of photos!!! 121 2
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 16/11/2024Oh that sounds wonderful. I have everything crossed that the dog sitter can have the animal at the end of January, so I can indulge myself with a weekend of cicchetti and wandering. Cheeky weekend in Florence planned for mid December!!! But yes Budapest was wonderful! 010 1
Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 16/11/2024@rickturner.bsky.social feel I should say hello as we are now being drowned by new arrivals over here - are you off to La Serenissima soon? Due to get a little chilly this next week - stay warm! I have travelled a bit for work and now never want to be office based again! Norwich is fine as ever! 100 1