Despite the snow that swirls menacingly around my window sill and the bitter frost that glazes my windows, I crave an escape. The world would stand still and I would walk into another dimension, where time and space would draw to a halt, where time would stand still. In the dead of night, a mystery itinerary would be drawn up, escaping the big city, one click at a time. No one would be none the wiser, but us two, who would leave behind our grown up responsibilities and plunge into a magical irreality, where the concept of ‘adulting’ would be left behind in the past. We would see stretches of golden sand, juxtaposed by crystal blue waters, where children would gasp with delight on nearby rides. Ice creams would loll lazily across the sandy shore and the seagulls would pluck lollipops out of sticky children’s hands. But as we drive by in silent engines, the golden sand would fade into darkness, where the soft lull of night would rock us into peaceful slumber, until we awoke in a new land, permeated by rolling hills and crystal clear lakes. The soft hoot of an owl, would have us rubbing our eyes blearily as we wake up as if by surprise, hugging our secret to ourselves, with pride and joy. Because thanks to Drivy UK, our dream of escaping the big city has come true.
The Snow Owl Peers Through The Snow, Escaping The Big City Of London One Snow Blizzard At A Time
24 Hours Earlier…
The snow was forming in rapid droves, circling my house like crows and I stared glumly at my computer, waiting for an opportunity that would whisk me away. I would watch the anxiety dissipate under the heat of the golden sun, whose rays would lick away my wounds and replace them with happy sprinkles, in a land where magical pink unicorns existed. My friend and I would disappear for a day or two to recharge our batteries, exploring a world outside of our computer screens, where the only thing that mattered was how much fun we would be having. But without a car to my name, my dream of exploring the country lay in eternal slumber, waiting for the moment that Drivy UK would muscle in with a twinkle in their eyes, telling us that our chariot cars await. They would be glossy and smooth cars that sparkled in the sunlight, as the driver would fling over their keys and watch us take the wheel. Within 10 minutes our magical car would be booked and we would be off on an adventure, escaping the big city one drive at a time. Lo and behold how simple it would be, our profiles would be verified, our bags packed in minutes and for one day only, a car of our choice would be waiting to take us to a far flung destination.
I Wonder What Lies Past The Snowy Border?
We pondered over where we would go; would it be a beach retreat, bathed in sunshine and rainbows or would adventure beckon us instead, swathed in jagged cliff edges and outstanding natural beauty? Only time would tell, but we put a date in a diary, April 8th, a Sunday, a weekend where anything could happen. Would we choose a BMW flash and elegant or would a more understated car be our ticket to escaping the big city? Colour swam before our very own eyes, reds mixed with navy’s were a very attractive combination indeed. The rides were new, no more than six years old, with my eye roving over a particular Lexus GS hybrid that exuded luxury and class. A saloon car if you will, made in 2014, a feast for the senses in jaw dropping red.
You could almost see your reflection in its glossy sleek door, and I envisioned us riding like royalty, injecting colour into the soulless paths that we had left behind. I was never given the chance to drive growing up, but I imagined the sun beaming down on us both, as my friend took the wheel and I basked in the adventure, cruising around the countryside lanes as we patrolled the countries finest points. We would ravenously scavenge hot crispy chips on Brighton Pier, relishing the crunch and pop of the chips as we chewed them in our mouths. We would drive past the Loch Ness Monster in the Scottish Highlands, playing a game of hide and seek as we dove into her frosty waters. And lastly we would search for Dinosaurs in Jurassic Coast, picking up the fossils that they left behind in their demise.
Watching The Hot Air Balloons Float Gracefully Over The Jurassic Coast
Then, as the night draws to a close and the sun begins to go down, we would come back, a silent journey of meditation and tranquil thought. Dreamless dreams would float on by and we would sink into our beds, exhausted at last, waiting for our next chance to escape the big city, when the call to start our new adventure would be waiting to be grasped with both hands. Next time we would escape the country altogether and take a road trip into Paris, eating croissants under the allure of the Eiffel Tower. Or maybe we would drive into snowy mountains, trekking through ice and fire, for an adventure that the White Walkers would be proud of. Whether we take our next adventure, abroad, in the UK or into a magical world that doesn’t exist, only time will tell. But for now keep your eyes peeled for Faded Spring’s and Corrine’s escape from the big city, coming to a town near you…
In Paris We Eat Croissants Under The Eiffel Tower
If You Could Have A Car Rental For A Day Where Would You Go And Why?
**Disclaimer
Please note this is a sponsored post in collaboration with Drivy UK but all thoughts are my own and are not affected by monetary compensation.Stock images are used in this post.
How To Use Drivy UK
Drivy UK is very simple to use; all you do is register and sign up to create an account, before selecting the car that you would like to drive (or have a friend drive) which can be booked in as little as 10 minutes. As Drivy UK have an app you are even given the option to create your car rental booking from the comfort of your smartphone, meaning less hassle and more fun time on the road. You even have the option to book ‘family’ , ‘saloon’, ‘4 x 4 ‘ and city cars meaning the chance to hire cars when you need them as opposed to paying out for cars that you will not use. As I live in London, I have access to fantastic transport links but when it comes to escaping the big city, trains are a great option but do not give you as much freedom as a car would. Which is why Drivy UK appeals so massively to me, because it enables me and my friends to hire out cars without the costs of having a ‘full time car’. Plus we are also insured by Drivy UK who protect us in the event of a breakdown or accident, meaning less stress on our shoulders.
These photos are so beautiful! I may have to use Drivy the next time that I visit the UK! Thanks for sharing 🙂
I like the sound of Drivy UK. Will go check the app out. Good to know it protects us in the event of an accident or breakdown.
You really need to write a book! Your storytelling is amazing. 😀
Drivy UK sure looks like a great option when you want to go on a road trip. It is nice that you can also book or reserve a vehicle of choice through an app! I wish they had something like this here.
Drivy UK sounds amazing! I hope to make it to the UK some day & try their services. Thank you for sharing!
If I could have a car rental for a day, I would drive down the coast of San Francisco. One of my favorite places in the world.
Beautiful photos, I drive around the UK I’d love to be able to visit so many places here as I’ve not seen much of the UK as I would’ve liked.
I love your story telling! It’s so engaging. If I could have a car rental for a day, I’d drive to a dark sky park and go star watching…
Taking a road trip in the UK is far more fascinating. I usually like to take the train through the rolling hillsides. Castles appearing here and there. A road trip would give the option to stop, take pictures and stretch your legs 🙂
Never heard of Drivy before, think I will check them out when we next need a rental
This sounds like a great option. We need to look into it as it would mean we could do longer journies on the train then hire a car when we arrived.
Drivy UK sounds a great app for people who want to get away from home for a while but don’t have access to their own car for sure. Love that it runs on an app.
Sounds like an awesome service to take advantage of! I love the idea of having a car that you can rent and just go anywhere!
Definitely, choose the BMW. I owned one for five years and it was (by far) the funest car I’ve ever driven. I know exactly what my husband and I would do if we wanted to escape for a day. We would put Harry and Sally in the car drive on the backcountry Iowa roads until we reached a state park we hadn’t been to before. After a long walk, we would head back home, stopping at a local cafe or for something tasty. More often than not a dive bar for a nightcap and a game of pool. x
Sounds like you have had an amazing drive thanks to the app! If we had a rental car we will be lost for choices between Scotland, the Lake District or Stratford Upon Avon. All these places have so many amazing things to do there.
I have a car myself so I wouldn’t need a rental but I would love to drive down to Cornwall and lay on the beach in the summer time x
Those photos are stunning! They definitely make me want to go on a microadventure. Where would I go if I had a car for the day? To visit my friend in Cornwall. 🙂
I’ve never even heard of them and I’m from the UK lol, will defo suggest them for a friend when they visit us though. The photos once again, are amazing, seriously.
A few months ago, we drove to Paris for the weekend and had a great time!
I would love to hire my very own chariot car! I’d feel like royalty for the day.
I have never done a car rental before but I am taking my parents to Northern Ireland so will check if Drivy operates there and we can rent a car.
Ana i love how you write!!! Drive Uk sounds like a great rental car service, although i do not know how to drive i can totally see myself asking my friends who drive to come with me on a road trip maybe to Paris!! Or maybe we can go together!!!Have a great one this time!
What a cool service that people can use! There’s something like that available here in the states, but I forget what it’s called lol. Your photos are stunning and the adventure sounds like a dream! I’ve done quite a bit of roadtripping, but if I could have a rental car for a day to travel, I would go to the gulf coast and New Orleans! I’ve never been and I’m dying to!
I enjoy reading your post… as always, I might say I admire how you narrate or story tell everytime you write. Anyway this sounds like a nice app, I will definitely checked it.
Wow, your travel story is amazing, very descriptive, and your blog, has such a beautiful visual display, very peaceful photos!!
If I could have a car rental for the day, call me boring but I would drive down to my favourite place in England, Weymouth.
By the way you narrate the your experience, I can say that Drivy UK sounds amazing! I’ll definitely consider that!
This is just what I needed! We plan to drive outside Paris. Do you think we can still use the same rental company?
If I could go away for a day I think I’d drive to Bath or Brighton! Both cities I’ve been wanting to explore more 🙂 Drivy seems like a great company to facilitate that.
I’ve only ever been to London. I’ve never ventured away, but I intend to when I go back someday! I also love the hot air balloon shot – I remember going to a balloon show as a kid. It was amazing with all of them in the sky!
This would have been ideal when I lived in London – it wasn’t worth us buying a car because as were so close to public transport, but every now and again it would have been lovely to escape the big smoke for the weekend. x
What stunning photography – Need to add this to the bucket list – with your suggestions!!
Such beautiful pictures. I will take note of these city pending the time I plan a visit. Hope you wont mind showing me around. Xoxo