Oh, my darlings! Salisbury - how Iāve dreamt of visiting this picturesque city for ages, and this week I finally made it happen! I popped on my most dazzling pink tutu, a lovely one with intricate floral embroidery I recently snagged from a vintage boutique in Nottingham, and set off on the most splendid train journey. (Seriously, a train journey can be just as exciting as a plane ride ā you never know what character you might meet!)
My mission was clear: to soak up Salisburyās charm, explore the magnificent cathedral, and, of course, seek out any hidden gems for the ultimate pink tutu photoshoot. Iām so delighted to share the details with you, my faithful pink tutu tribe, in this fabulous post!
The train ride, filled with rolling countryside, was just the perfect prelude to this lovely adventure. My travelling companion, my darling poodle, Pip (who is now also rocking a stylish miniature tutu, bless him!), enjoyed gazing out the window at the passing sheep. It made me dream of fields full of fluffy pink bunniesā¦ wouldnāt that be a sight to behold!
When I arrived at Salisbury, the very air felt tinged with a kind of historical magic. And oh my, that cathedral! Such grand and imposing architecture! I had a right laugh trying to snap some tutu shots against it. The wind nearly sent Pip flying! But, even in my gorgeous pink tutu, I felt perfectly at home, a real Salisbury girl, even for a short while.
Of course, no visit to Salisbury would be complete without indulging in the local delicacies. Salisbury is famous for its delicious food, so we, myself and Pip, did have a delightful afternoon tea. And oh my, what tea it was! Deliciously pink cake and lashings of clotted creamā¦ and to my surprise, I spotted another ballerina enjoying her own afternoon tea, also wearing a stunning pink tutu, even with a matching pink beret! My kind of girl! I knew right then and there I had to approach her.
"I can't resist," I exclaimed, "Your tutu is absolutely fabulous!" She gave me a shy smile. āThank you! I call it āMy German Delight!āā. As it turns out, she was a retired ballet teacher visiting from Germany, here to take in the cityās rich history. I told her all about my own journey to promote ballet through my pink tutu, how Iāve dedicated myself to helping everyone understand that ballet is about so much more than just technical steps; it's about freedom, confidence, and beauty. And wouldn't you know it, we even started planning a pink tutu-themed event to encourage people to try out ballet, a whole ballet afternoon tea thing with pink cakes and a special tutu class! I couldnāt have hoped for a better experience - this trip really was everything I hoped for.
My afternoon tea buddy, the retired ballet teacher, and I even took a charming carriage ride around Salisbury's beautiful cobbled streets. It felt like we were stepping back in time, surrounded by history and wonder. But even with such a special carriage journey, it wasnāt my ultimate Salisbury experience - Iāll leave that surprise for you, my dear readers. Letās just say it involved pink, a delightful performance, and a chance encounter with an amazing wildlife sanctuary.
Oh, and for you dear ballet lovers - did you know Salisbury boasts a fantastic dance studio called 'Salisbury Ballet School'? I nearly forgot to mention! We decided to swing by before heading back home - what better excuse than "Oh, Iām a ballerina - my life IS ballet, even when Iām on holiday!" I even convinced my sweet Pip to do a (slightly wobbling) ballet spin on the studio's dance floor! Pip's little pink tutu gave everyone a good chuckle, Iām sure of it. And guess what? I signed up for a workshop with their best tutor on contemporary dance! Salisburyās definitely inspiring me to become a real dancing Queen!
Of course, every travel blog needs some travel tips!
- My first tip: Salisbury is absolutely packed with history and beautiful architecture. Wear comfortable shoes! Youāll want to explore every charming nook and cranny!
- *My second tip: Afternoon tea is a must in Salisbury. * Just remember to pace yourself so you have room for all the delightful treats!
- *My third tip: Bring your dancing shoes. * The local ballet studios will always welcome a ballerina (or a canine dancer in a pink tutu!). And the city is simply made for twirling!
- *My fourth tip: Donāt be shy about bringing a pink tutu on your travels! * Salisbury welcomes individuality!
So there you have it, my darlings. Salisbury has truly stolen a piece of my heart. Iāve got so many pink tutu adventures still planned and so much more to share! Until next time, stay beautiful, keep twirling, and, as always, wear a pink tutu!
Stay pink and fabulous,
Emma x
P.S. Youāre going to love the picture of me dancing with the wildlife sanctuaryās newest rescue parrot on the Pink-Tutu.com website!
