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Where to stay in New York City: 10 Best Neighbourhoods for Visitors & Where to Avoid (2025)
If you’re planning your first trip to New York City and are wondering what the best neighbourhood to stay in New York City is, you’re in the right place! I lived in New York City for nearly two years, and have plenty of tips on where to stay in New York City, as well as some well-known neighbourhoods you might want to avoid. Deciding where … Continue reading Where to stay in New York City: 10 Best Neighbourhoods for Visitors & Where to Avoid (2025)
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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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West Village Neighbourhood Guide (2025)
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 (2025)
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Itinerary: One Week in Tokyo (2025)
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 (2025)
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Where to Stay in Paris: 10 of the Best Areas to Stay for Visitors & Where to Avoid (2025)
Choosing where to stay in Paris can be overwhelming, with 20 arrondissements to choose from and major sights scattered all over the city. The best areas to stay in Paris for first time visitors are St Germain, Le Marais, Montparnasse, the Latin Quarter and the 2nd and 16th arrondissements. Below, I’ve shared the 10 best areas to stay in Paris for visitors, with notes on some … Continue reading Where to Stay in Paris: 10 of the Best Areas to Stay for Visitors & Where to Avoid (2025)
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Day Trip to the Hudson Valley: Beacon & Cold Spring
A day trip or weekend away in the Hudson Valley is the perfect antidote to the frenetic energy of New York City. Dotted with farms and orchards, state parks, historic country towns and old money mansions left behind from the Gilded Age, it’s only a short train trip to find sweet relief from the city that never sleeps. The charming Hudson Valley towns of Beacon … Continue reading Day Trip to the Hudson Valley: Beacon & Cold Spring
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Where to stay in Sifnos in 2025? Apollonia, Platis Gialis or Kamares (+ Map)
Trying to decide where to stay in Sifnos? This brief guide gives an overview of the best places to stay in Sifnos, and my recommendations based on my own trip to Sifnos. Sifnos is one of the most peaceful islands in the Cyclades, which is the most famous group of islands in Greece. Where to stay in Sifnos depends on the type of trip you are … Continue reading Where to stay in Sifnos in 2025? Apollonia, Platis Gialis or Kamares (+ Map)
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Where to Stay in Milos in 2025? Pollonia, Adamas or Plaka
Milos is one of the most beautiful islands in Greece and is becoming more and more popular with international travellers. The best places to stay in Milos are Pollonia, Plaka or Adamas. In this guide for where to stay in Milos, I’ll share tips for the best places to stay in Milos and the pros and cons of each of the popular villages. My personal … Continue reading Where to Stay in Milos in 2025? Pollonia, Adamas or Plaka
Great Ocean Road Travel Guide: Where to stay & what to do
The Great Ocean Road is the best scenic drive in Australia, and one of the country’s most famous travel destinations. The Great Ocean Road stretches for 600km+ between Torquay and Port Fairy, and is home to famous sights like The Twelve Apostles in Port Campbell National Park, beautiful waterfalls in Great Otway National Park and lots of laidback beach towns like Lorne, Torquay, Airey’s Inlet … Continue reading Great Ocean Road Travel Guide: Where to stay & what to do
The Best Cafes, Coffee & Bakeries in Elwood
Elwood is one of the most beloved beachside neighbourhoods in Melbourne, with a vibrant cafe culture. It’s a leafy, laidback neighbourhood where the best cafes and coffee shops have a strong sense of community, and are refreshingly unpretentious. In this guide, I’ve rounded up the best cafes in Elwood, as well as the best coffee shops and bakeries, of which there are quite a few! … Continue reading The Best Cafes, Coffee & Bakeries in Elwood
Hayman Island Resort Review: 5 Days in the Whitsundays
The Whitsundays is one of the dreamiest travel destinations in Australia. In July, we spent five nights on Hayman Island in the Whitsundays, at Intercontinental Hayman Island Great Barrier Reef. It’s one of the biggest splurges we’ve made on a holiday, but it is one we will cherish for the rest of our days! There are a few accommodation options in the Whitsundays, and Hayman … Continue reading Hayman Island Resort Review: 5 Days in the Whitsundays
Carlton Neighbourhood Guide: Melbourne’s Little Italy
Carlton is one of the most historic neighbourhoods in Melbourne & a must-see for visitors. In this Carlton neighbourhood guide I’ve rounded up the best things to do and the best restaurants, bars & cafes in Carlton. With Melbourne’s Little Italy on Lygon Street, the UNESCO World Heritage Listed Royal Exhibition Building and some of the best restaurants in Melbourne, there are so many things … Continue reading Carlton Neighbourhood Guide: Melbourne’s Little Italy
Itinerary: Waterfall Way Road Trip From Brisbane
Waterfall Way is one of the most beautiful scenic road trips in Australia, and yet it manages to fly under the radar! Waterfall Way is located in Northern New South Wales, and is a perfect 4-5 day road trip from Brisbane. Waterfall Way is most famous for its many beautiful waterfalls: Wollomombi Falls, Ebor Falls, Dangar Falls and Crystal Showers Falls. The country towns on … Continue reading Itinerary: Waterfall Way Road Trip From Brisbane
Lorne Travel Guide: Best Things to Do, Restaurants & Places to Stay on the Great Ocean Road
Lorne is one of the best beach towns in Victoria, and one of the most popular holiday destinations on the Great Ocean Road. With a beautiful main beach, a lively village of shops & restaurants, and proximity to several waterfalls, Lorne is a great base for a long weekend on the Great Ocean Road. In this Lorne Travel Guide, I’ve shared some of the best … Continue reading Lorne Travel Guide: Best Things to Do, Restaurants & Places to Stay on the Great Ocean Road
7 Days in North Queensland Itinerary: Road Trip from Whitsundays to Cairns
Queensland‘s tropical north is home to some of the most spectacular natural wonders in Australia, making it the perfect destination for an Australian road trip. This itinerary is for a 7-day road trip through the most beautiful & iconic places in North Queensland, including the Whitsundays islands and Whitehaven Beach, the Great Barrier Reef, Port Douglas and the Daintree Rainforest. The Great Barrier Reef may … Continue reading 7 Days in North Queensland Itinerary: Road Trip from Whitsundays to Cairns
Itinerary: 5 Days in New York City for First Time Visitors
Planning your first trip to New York City is exciting and overwhelming in equal measure. If you’re spending 5 days in New York City for the first time, there’s a mind-boggling number of things to do, see and eat. Planning a 5 day itinerary can seem impossible, but with a little strategic planning you’ll be amazed at how many of the best things to see … Continue reading Itinerary: 5 Days in New York City for First Time Visitors
Melbourne Travel Guide: What to see, do & eat (2025)
Melbourne is one of the best cities in Australia for visitors, whether you’re making your first trip to Australia as an international visitor, or are flying in for a weekend from interstate. Melbourne is the capital of Victoria and is often referred to as Australia’s capital of culture, food & sport, and manages to juggle these many titles all at once! This Melbourne travel guide … Continue reading Melbourne Travel Guide: What to see, do & eat (2025)