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streets of the 2nd arrondissement in paris
Neighbourhood Guides, Paris

Paris’ 2nd Arrondissement Guide: Bourse, Sentier & Montorgueil 

The 2nd arrondissement is one of Paris‘ best kept secrets. Home to the neighbourhoods of Bourse, Sentier and Montorgueil, this elegant and charming arrondissement manages to fly under the radar despite it’s central location. It was one of my favourite neighbourhoods in Paris on my most recent visit, and one I’d previously overlooked. Located in the heart of Paris, it’s the city’s smallest neighbourhood. Despite … Continue reading Paris’ 2nd Arrondissement Guide: Bourse, Sentier & Montorgueil 

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Glendalough Monastic Site in Wicklow Mountains National Park
History, Ireland

Glendalough: Ireland’s Ancient Monastic City in the Wicklow Mountains

The Glendalough monastic city  is one of the most treasured Early Medieval sites in Ireland, and has attracted pilgrims for more than 1400 years. Today, it’s one of the most beloved sites in Ireland’s Ancient East region and a popular day trip from Dublin. Highlights of a trip to Glendalough include wandering through the magnificent Romanesque ruins of the monastic city and an amble through the … Continue reading Glendalough: Ireland’s Ancient Monastic City in the Wicklow Mountains

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Temple Bar pubs in Dublin
Dublin, Food & Drink

8 of The Best Pubs in Dublin

Irish pubs are iconic, and can be found in almost any major city across the world. The Irish capital, Dublin, is renowned for its nightlife and is ground zero for the beloved Irish pub. There are hundreds of pubs in Dublin, from elegant, old-world boozers to rowdy drinking dens. On my first visit to Dublin recently, I was so excited to experience the iconic Irish … Continue reading 8 of The Best Pubs in Dublin

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The Most Beautiful Spots on the Great Ocean Road
Destination Guides, Great Ocean Road

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 to stop at along the … Continue reading Great Ocean Road Travel Guide: Where to stay & what to do

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surfers at burleigh gold coast queensland
City Guides, Gold Coast

The Ultimate Gold Coast Travel Guide

With dozens of pristine beaches, vibrant and distinctive neighbourhoods and three national parks on its doorstep, the Gold Coast is one of the best travel destinations in Australia for first time visitors. Iconic beaches neighbourhoods like Surfers Paradise, Burleigh Heads, Broadbeach and Coolangatta are just the beginning! This Gold Coast Travel Guide is designed for first time visitors, and visitors who haven’t spent much time … Continue reading The Ultimate Gold Coast Travel Guide

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Cottesloe Beach Perth Australia
Australia, Destination Guides

Australia Travel Guide: How to plan your first trip to Australia

Australia is a beautiful country. It has spectacular, ancient landscapes, pristine natural environments and vibrant cities. Australians are generally considered to be laidback, friendly and relatively happy people, by international standards. It has a lifetime of adventures for visitors and citizens alike. It is a very special place, and it’s also my home. To most of the world, Australia seems unbearably far away, but as … Continue reading Australia Travel Guide: How to plan your first trip to Australia

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port douglas queensland australia
Destination Guides, Islands & Beaches, Nature, Queensland

Queensland Travel Guide: Where to go & what to see

Queensland is one of Australia‘s most famous travel destinations, popular with international travellers and interstate visitors alike. Most people visit Queensland to see natural wonders such as the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest, but many also come just for the stunning sand islands and beaches lining the coast. I grew up in Queensland, and also interned at Tourism & Events Queensland during university, … Continue reading Queensland Travel Guide: Where to go & what to see

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