In just under four hours on a fast train from the centre of Paris you can find yourself in a completely different fairy tale, of the Medieval type. Just a few moments outside of the city the scenery shifts from the urban to one dominated by fields and crops growing in the countryside. However, it…
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6 Fun Things to do in Mollymook NSW
Mollymook is nestled on the quiet New South Wales south coast just three and a half hours drive from Sydney. It is a beachside destination for those looking for a quiet, slower-paced weekend escape. We drove down to Mollymook for just that reason; some rest and relaxation as the summer heat begins to ease off,…
Where to Eat, Stay and Play in Palm Beach, Sydney
Nestled at the very tip of the ‘insular peninsula’. Palm Beach is famed as the filming location for Aussie soap Home & Away. This Sydney suburb is one of the city’s wealthiest with good reason. Ocean-gazing mansions teeter on cliff edges and gargantuan palm trees rustle languidly in the breeze. Boats are used both as…
Bintan Island: A Secret Getaway Destination from Singapore
City breaks are buzzing, energetic and packed with activity. So, why not end your Singapore getaway with a few days of deluxe relaxation and exploration? Allow us to introduce a tranquil finale to your visit; three or four days on a tropical island called Bintan, just an hour from Singapore. A lesser-known Indonesian destination there…
How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Amsterdam
“Some tourists think Amsterdam is a city of sin, but in truth, it is a city of freedom. And in freedom, most people find sin.” It’s hard to find the words to describe the feeling of Amsterdam, or “the ‘Dam” as it is fondly called, but I think John Green does a pretty good job….
4 Beautiful Lake Como Towns You Must Visit
Lake Como, in Italy’s Lombardy region, is famed as much for its beautiful buildings and jaw-dropping vistas, as it is for the Hollywood glitterati who vacation there. You can find everything Italy is lauded for – cheeses, abundant wine, and hospitable service in Como. But, with so many different Lake Como towns bordering its shores,…
The Ultimate Local’s Guide to Zurich
Historic, charming, and even whimsical are words that slip from the tongue when describing a visit to Zurich. Painted in pastels, and framed by moody skies, the traditional Swiss buildings cuddle together as if in preparation for their famed cold winters. Wandering the old town cobblestones sparks memories of childhood fairytales. Albeit a historic destination,…
A Quick Guide to Krabi, Thailand
When most people think of Southern Thailand, Krabi comes immediately to mind. Postcard-perfect photographs and that well-known James Bond movie tease the grand adventures that await for visitors. As I skimmed the epic blue waters by long-tail, circling its iconic limestone karst islands, I quickly understood why this province is one of the most popular…
A Local’s Guide to Amazing Things to do in Canggu Bali
On the southeast coast of Bali, nestled amongst lush green rice fields lies Canggu. Once a sleepy fishing village, Canggu is now one of Bali’s coolest neighborhoods. Although it’s just a short drive from bustling Seminyak and Legian, Canggu has managed to hold on to a more laidback vibe, making it the destination of choice…