Taking to the Airwaves
Gillian talks to Mark Carter, BBC Radio Sussex, about her new book ‘Skirting the World.’
Gillian Angrave spent thirty years in the Diplomatic Service, as Ambassador’s PA and wrote Skirting around the World and has written books on her love of Venice and the hidden jems she found there.
The Best National Day in Town!
A National Day reception (QBP) held at the Ambassador’s Residence in downtown Manila.
Living with Earthquakes
Welcome to my ‘Skirting the World’ Blog with an article about Living with Earthquakes.
TONGA
As assistant purser on the ORIANA, Gillian shares her memories of the pacific Island, Tonga.
Welcome to my Blog
Gillian Angrave tells the story of how her career began from a spooky event in her childhood.
The Magical World of Venice
This article tells the story of how travel writer, Gillian Angrave’s love affair with Venice began.
“MOSES”
The MOSE Project (Modulo Sperimentale Elettromeccanico – the Flood Relief) is vital for the preservation of Venice.
Venice ‘a la Mode’
Gillian Angrave writes about Venice’s influence on the fashion world, with some significant places to sample the delights.
Young “Jack”
From one merchant seaman (ex-P&O Assistant Purser) to another, Gill Angrave tells the story of Young Jack.
Venice’s Clock Tower and the James Bond Connection
Venice, the city of Eternal Towers. Gillian examines the architecture which includes numerous bell and clock towers.