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Itinerary: 3 Days in Tokyo (2025)
Tokyo is one of the most captivating cities in the world, and one of my favourites. I spent a week in Tokyo on my first visit, but I know a lot of travellers to Japan normally have 3 or so days to spend in the city. With that in mind I’ve written this 3 Day Tokyo Itinerary based on the highlights of my trip, a few famous … Continue reading Itinerary: 3 Days in Tokyo (2025)
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Visit Melbourne in Summer: Weather, Best Things to Do & What’s On (2025)
Are you planning to visit Melbourne in summer? You’re in luck! Summer is a great time to visit Melbourne, as the city comes alive with Christmas festivities, the NGV’s Summer Blockbuster exhibition, the Australian Open, the Boxing Day Test and plenty of outdoor events & festivals. In this guide to visiting Melbourne in summer, I’ve included what to expect from the weather, the best things … Continue reading Visit Melbourne in Summer: Weather, Best Things to Do & What’s On (2025)
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5 Days In Paris: A Return Trip Itinerary
Five days of croissants, crepes and cafe terrasses was the perfect return trip to Paris, my first favourite city in the world. In 5 days in Paris as return visitors, we balanced re-visiting some of the city’s most beautiful icons like Sacre Coeur and the Arc du Triomphe, with plenty of picnics and exploring some of Paris’ best and most beautiful under-the-radar neighbourhoods. And a … Continue reading 5 Days In Paris: A Return Trip Itinerary
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Itinerary: 2 Weeks in Australia for First Time Visitors (+ Map)
Planning a trip to Australia for the first time can feel like a daunting task, because of Australia’s vast size and remote location. The number of beautiful places in Australia can be overwhelming, but even if you only have two weeks in Australia you can see so many of the country’s most beautiful sights and destinations. In this 14 day itinerary for Australia, you’ll visit … Continue reading Itinerary: 2 Weeks in Australia for First Time Visitors (+ Map)
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Itinerary: One Week in Tokyo
Tokyo is one of the biggest cities in the world, so I wanted to spend more than a few days on my first visit to the capital of Japan. This itinerary for one week in Tokyo is based on our own trip, sharing the best things to see, do & eat in Tokyo for first time visitors. Our itinerary for one week in Tokyo includes … Continue reading Itinerary: One Week in Tokyo
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West Village Neighbourhood Guide
West Village is one of New York City‘s most romantic neighbourhoods for visitors, whether you’re here for brunch and shopping, or Comedy Cellar and Carrie Bradshaw’s stoop. In this West Village neighborhood guide I’ve rounded up the most beautiful spots, and the best bars, restaurants and cafes in West Village. I lived in New York City for nearly two years, and loved spending evenings and … Continue reading West Village Neighbourhood Guide
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3 Days in Dublin: Itinerary for First Time Visitors (+ Day Trips)
We visited Ireland for the first time, as the first destination on our month-long trip around Europe and the UK. We decided to spend 3 days in Dublin, with a day trip to the Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny. It was my first trip to Ireland, but it definitely won’t be my last! We were both a little surprised by how enchanted we were by … Continue reading 3 Days in Dublin: Itinerary for First Time Visitors (+ Day Trips)
Itinerary: 5 Weeks in France, Italy, Greece & Turkey
After I graduated from university, I went to Europe for five weeks with my best friend. We travelled through France, Italy & Greece, with one brief stop in Turkey at Ephesus. We started in Paris, travelled by train to Avignon & Nice, then along the coastline into Italy, to visit Cinque Terre, Milan, Verona, Venice, Florence and Rome. In Rome, we met with a tour … Continue reading Itinerary: 5 Weeks in France, Italy, Greece & Turkey
Itinerary: One Day in Northern Tokyo
Tokyo is the biggest city in the world, so it makes sense to break the city into smaller regions to get the most out of your time. Northern Tokyo is a beautiful and historic part of the city, which includes Tokyo’s old town, Yanaka, and is a totally different and more tranquil experience than visiting Shibuya and Shinjuku. I think visiting Northern Tokyo is a … Continue reading Itinerary: One Day in Northern Tokyo
7 Best Beaches in Milos, Greece (+ Map)
The island of Milos has some of the most beautiful beaches in Greece, which is no small feat in a country with 227 islands and more than 13,800 km of coastline. Milos has 70 beaches, which is the most beaches of any island in the Cyclades. The best beaches in Milos include Sarakiniko, Agia Kiriaki, Plathiena, Paleochori, and what makes Milos beaches so special is … Continue reading 7 Best Beaches in Milos, Greece (+ Map)
Highlights from 3 Days in Wilsons Promontory, Victoria
Hardly anyone from outside of Victoria has even heard of Wilsons Prom, yet it’s one of the most-loved destinations in the state. A genuine insider favourite, the vast national park nearly three hours’ drive east of Melbourne had been on my weekend wishlist for four years! On the AFL Grand Final long weekend one year, David and I finally had a chance to visit. It … Continue reading Highlights from 3 Days in Wilsons Promontory, Victoria
The 15 Most Charming Country Towns in Australia
One of the greatest joys of travelling inland in Australia is discovering its charming country towns, with their heritage architecture, truly farm-to-table food and classic country hospitality. The best country towns in Australia to visit include Bendigo, Ballarat, Beechworth, Daylesford, Hahndorf, Rutherglen Ross & Montville, to name a few! While Australia’s islands, beaches and beach towns tend to get the most fame and glory, the … Continue reading The 15 Most Charming Country Towns in Australia
Golden Gai & Piss Alley: Dinner & Drinks in Shinjuku, Tokyo
Golden Gai & Piss Alley are two drinking & dining precincts in Shinjuku, that are unlike anywhere else in Tokyo. The two precincts date back to post-war Japan, and were filled with illegal drinking dens and brothels between the 1940s-1960s. Tucked away in the backstreets, not far from the bright lights and skyscrapers of central Shinjuku, Golden Gai & Piss Alley feel a world away from … Continue reading Golden Gai & Piss Alley: Dinner & Drinks in Shinjuku, Tokyo
Itinerary: 3 Days in Paros, Greece
Paros is a stunning Greek island in the Cyclades with all of the traditional, whitewashed villages, dazzling beaches and waterfront tavernas that you could want from an island holiday in Greece, without the extreme crowds of nearby Santorini and Mykonos. This itinerary for 3 days in Paros includes time spent in the islands three major villages; Parikia, Naousa and Lefkes, as well as some of … Continue reading Itinerary: 3 Days in Paros, Greece
Visit Melbourne in January: Weather, Best Things to Do & What’s On (2025)
Are you planning to visit Melbourne in January? From the thrill of the Australian Open, to the wonder of the NGV’s summer blockbuster, and chances of the warmest and sunniest weather that Melbourne will get all year, January is a great time to visit Melbourne! In this guide to visiting Melbourne in January, I’ve included what to expect from the weather, the best things to … Continue reading Visit Melbourne in January: Weather, Best Things to Do & What’s On (2025)