The Adventure Journal
Sharing our journey through theme parks, attractions, holidays and
family fun across the UK and beyond.
2026
February 2026
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The Tree of Hippocrates
A Historice Landmark in Kos, Greece
During our stay on the island of Kos, Greece, we made a short but meaningful visit to the Tree of Hippocrates. This stop was focused entirely on the tree itself, rather than the surrounding area, allowing us to simply pause and take in its presence.
Traditionally linked to Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine, the tree is said to stand on the spot where he taught his students. Whether the current tree is the original or a later descendant is debated, but its historical significance is undeniable. Our visit and the accompanying video briefly touches on the history, but isn’t intended as a deep dive. There is far more detailed information available elsewhere for those who wish to explore it further. For us, the experience was about the atmosphere and the sense of standing in a place connected to centuries of human history.
It was a short but sweet visit, and a quiet, memorable moment during our time on Kos.
January 2026
Great Orme - Llandudno
Our Visit to the Bronze Age Copper Mines
We visited the Bronze Age copper mines on the Great Orme, one of the oldest known mining sites in the world, dating back over 4,000 years. Our visit focused on the mines themselves and the remarkable scale of Bronze Age engineering beneath the surface. The video briefly touches on the history rather than going into detail, as there’s plenty more information available for those who want to explore further. We’re very grateful to the team at the Great Orme copper mines for their hospitality, for allowing us free entry to film, and for their ongoing efforts to maintain and preserve this incredible site.
