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10 of the Best Things to do in North Island, Aotearoa New Zealand

Aotearoa New Zealand is known for its pristine natural landscapes but the North Island often gets overlooked in favour of the dramatic scenery of the South Island. Beyond Auckland and the Hobbiton Movie Set Tours, I hadn’t heard much about the best things to do on the North Island before my trip. After spending 5 days on the North Island of New Zealand, I’ve rounded … Continue reading 10 of the Best Things to do in North Island, Aotearoa New Zealand

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Highlights & Itinerary: One Month in the USA & Canada

For our second trip to North America, we spent one month USA & Canada. It somehow managed to be full of a bit of everything: big cities and small towns, mountains, beaches, waterfalls, good food and amazing entertainment. We started in New York and zig zagged across the continent, ending in Los Angeles. I’ve always wanted to go on a road trip in the USA, … Continue reading Highlights & Itinerary: One Month in the USA & Canada

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Itinerary for One Month in Australia: Cairns to Melbourne

This itinerary for one month in Australia, from Cairns to Melbourne, covers some of the country’s most beautiful scenery and charming cities, from the Great Barrier Reef in the north to the Great Ocean Road in the south. This travel itinerary covers Australia‘s three largest cities, four state capital cities and five states. There is so much more to see in Australia, but these are … Continue reading Itinerary for One Month in Australia: Cairns to Melbourne

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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Klima: Milos’ stunning, colourful fishing village

The colourful fisherman houses in Klima are a must-visit in Milos. Unlike the traditional blue & white buildings typical to the Cyclades, Klima bucks the trend with a rainbow of colours splashed across doors, balconies and windows of tiny syrmata, traditional fishing huts that hug the cliffs. Between the colourful syrmata and the view across the bay, I think Klima is one of the most … Continue reading Klima: Milos’ stunning, colourful fishing village

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The Ultimate Brisbane Travel Guide

If you haven’t visited recently, you might find a totally different city when you next visit sunny, subtropical Brisbane. The river city is the fastest growing city in Australia, and on every visit you’ll find new things to do, places to eat & ways to enjoy Queensland‘s capital city. This Brisbane Travel Guide is designed for both first time visitors & visitors who haven’t visited … Continue reading The Ultimate Brisbane Travel Guide

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Sarakiniko Beach: Milos’s Most Unique Beach

The lunar landscape of Sarakiniko beach makes it one of the most striking beaches in Greece. Sarakiniko is on the northern coast of Milos, which is famous for having the best beaches in the Cyclades. We spent five days on Milos, which is my favourite Greek island because there is a seemingly never-ending supply of natural beauty. Even by the high standards of the Greek … Continue reading Sarakiniko Beach: Milos’s Most Unique Beach

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8 Of The Best Cities in Australia to Visit

From sprawling metropolises to charming capitals, Australia has plenty of beautiful & exciting cities to tempt travellers. Most of the best cities in Australia to visit are on the east coast, but travellers will be rewarded for heading a little farther afield to less obvious spots like Hobart, Adelaide and Perth. The best cities to visit in Australia are Melbourne, Sydney, the Gold Coast, Brisbane, … Continue reading 8 Of The Best Cities in Australia to Visit

Parikia: Paros’ Captivating Capital

Parikia is the capital of Paros, one of the most beautiful Greek islands in the Cyclades. Paros is a perfect alternative for avoiding the crowds of Santorini and Mykonos without skimping on idyllic Aegean beaches and charming Cycladic villages. Parikia is the capital of Paros and the island’s major port, yet it’s also one of the loveliest villages on the island. The best things to … Continue reading Parikia: Paros’ Captivating Capital

Mandrakia Milos Greece

Mandrakia: Milos’ most beautiful fishing village

Mandrakia is the most beautiful traditional fishing village in Milos, Greece. The sleepy fishing village is built around a tiny circular harbour with colourful boat garages built into the sides of cliffs, a tiny church, Zoodohos Pigi, overlooking the village, and a restaurant, Medousa, with spectacular views over the crashing waves. Milos, one of the most spectacular islands in the Cyclades, has several gorgeous fishing … Continue reading Mandrakia: Milos’ most beautiful fishing village