Category: Neighbourhood Guides

Melbourne, Neighbourhood Guides, Victoria

Prahran Neighbourhood Guide: Where to eat, drink & stay

Prahran (pronoucned pran) is one of Melbourne‘s most lively neighbourhoods on the southside, home to cool wine bars, friendly neighbourhood pubs and great shopping. The best things to do in Prahran include the Prahran Market, Greville Street shopping, the classic backstreet pub College Lawn Hotel, and restaurants such as Entrecote and Borscht, Vodka & Tears. You’ll find the heart of the neighbourhood around the intersection … Continue reading Prahran Neighbourhood Guide: Where to eat, drink & stay

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Neighbourhood Guides, New York City, USA

West Village Neighbourhood Guide (2026)

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 (2026)

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Paris
Neighbourhood Guides, Paris

Montmartre Guide: 8 Best Things to Do, Cafes & Must-See Sights in Paris

Montmartre is one of the most charming and romanticised neighbourhoods in Paris. It has preserved the romantic, bohemian atmosphere of 19th & 20th century Paris, and is truly like nowhere else in the city. This Montmartre guide rounds up some of the best things to do in Montmartre, including visiting the magnificent Sacre Coeur, browsing the artist markets in Place du Tertre, seeing the Moulin … Continue reading Montmartre Guide: 8 Best Things to Do, Cafes & Must-See Sights in Paris

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Melbourne, Neighbourhood Guides

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

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Destination Guides, Neighbourhood Guides, New York City

Upper West Side Neighborhood Guide

The Upper West Side is the New York City of Hollywood and sitcoms, and walking around the neighbourhood feels a bit like walking around a movie set. While it doesn’t have as many flashy attractions as other neighbourhoods, there are still so many things to do on the Upper West Side. This Upper West Side neighbourhood guide includes best things to do on the Upper … Continue reading Upper West Side Neighborhood Guide

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Melbourne, Neighbourhood Guides

Fitzroy Neighbourhood Guide: Best Things to Do, Cafes & Restaurants

When most people talk about visiting Melbourne, they’re thinking of Fitzroy. Fitzroy is one of the “coolest” neighbourhoods in Melbourne, and is one of the best for experiencing the coffee culture, bars & restaurants and boutique shopping that Melbourne is so well known for. This Fitzroy neighbourhood guide includes the best things to see, do & eat in Fitzroy, including the Fitzroy Gardens, Bar Liberty, … Continue reading Fitzroy Neighbourhood Guide: Best Things to Do, Cafes & Restaurants

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Destination Guides, Melbourne, Neighbourhood Guides

15 of The Best Things to Do in St Kilda: Melbourne’s Iconic Beach Neighbourhood

Seaside St Kilda is one of Melbourne’s most iconic neighbourhoods. A magnet for tourists and locals alike, especially during Melbourne’s long summer days, visiting St Kilda is one of the best things to do in Melbourne for first time visitors. Come to St Kilda for its relaxed, bohemian atmosphere, historic landmark architecture like Luna Park, the St Kilda Sea Baths & the Palais Theatre, and … Continue reading 15 of The Best Things to Do in St Kilda: Melbourne’s Iconic Beach Neighbourhood

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Neighbourhood Guides, New York City, USA

SoHo NYC Neighbourhood Guide: Local’s Guide (2026)

SoHo is one of the most fashionable neighbourhoods in New York City. Come for cobblestones, the historic cast-iron building facades, major fashion labels and the American raw bars and classic bistros that have become New York institutions. I lived in New York City, next to SoHo in Nolita, for nearly two years. This SoHo neighbourhood guide includes my favourite things to do in SoHo and the … Continue reading SoHo NYC Neighbourhood Guide: Local’s Guide (2026)

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Neighbourhood Guides, New York City

Lower East Side Neighborhood Guide

The Lower East Side is one of the most interesting neighbourhoods in New York City. It’s particularly known for its Jewish history, but the Lower East Side has been a melting pot of different cultures as waves of immigration swept into New York City over the 19th and 20th centuries. Today, the Lower East Side is still one of the best places to go to … Continue reading Lower East Side Neighborhood Guide

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Destination Guides, Neighbourhood Guides, New York City

East Village: NYC Neighborhood Guide

The East Village is New York City‘s original counterculture neighborhood, and one of the most iconic New York City neighbourhoods to visit. As the birthplace of punk rock, dozens of major musicians launched their careers here, such as Madonna, Blondie, Talking Heads, Pink Floyd and The Strokes to name a few. Despite the changes that have swept the neighborhood over the last thirty years, East … Continue reading East Village: NYC Neighborhood Guide

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