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What’s the best way to get around Copenhagen, Denmark?

It doesn’t matter where you travel to, but one of the major questions you need to address is how to get around a city or town, and in this article, we look at What’s th… The post What’s the best way to...

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Is Paris Worth all of the Hype?

Many people ask Is Paris Worth all of the Hype? I did not hold out hopes that I would find Paris as fabulous or as wonderful as nearly everyone that I know and everything th… The post Is Paris Worth...

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Visit Rottnest Island to see the quokkas, the ‘happiest animal in the world’.

When you visit Perth, one of the most isolated capital cities in the world, you need to visit Rottnest Island to see the quokkas, the ‘happiest animal in the world’. Thes… The post Visit Rottnest...

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Discover the Pinnacles of Western Australia

As ethereally stunning as the fairy chimneys in the Cappadocia’s in Goreme, Turkey, visiting the Pinnacles of Western Australia will provide an experience li… The post Discover the Pinnacles of Western...

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A Once in a Lifetime Experience on the Indian Pacific Rail Journey

It is not often that you get to travel from the Indian Ocean in Western Australia, straight across this vast continent of Australia to the Pacific Ocean in Sydney, but th… The post A Once in a Lifetime...

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It is the people who make it special when you visit Bunbury, Western Australia

When you visit Bunbury, Western Australia you will notice that it is the warm and hospitable people who make your visit special. Ok, it is also the thriving food and win… The post It is the people who...

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Visiting Morella, one of the prettiest villages in Spain

Officially when you are visiting Morella, you are entering one of the prettiest villages in Spain. There are a total of 68 villages and towns located in various parts of … The post Visiting Morella,...

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Visit Albarracin, one of the prettiest towns in Spain

We drive through some of the most amazing scenery to Visit Albarracin, in southern Aragon, and officially one of the 68 prettiest towns in Spain.  We had just visited an… The post Visit Albarracin, one...

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A Guide to Visiting the Wineries in Haro, Spain

This is a guide to visiting the wineries in Haro, Spain, where we will introduce you to the wine capital of the La Rioja region. Here vineyards can be seen throughout the E… The post A Guide to...

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Our French Odyssey on board the luxury hotel barge Anjodi

Six nights on board a luxury hotel barge is a French Odyssey indeed. We were on board the luxury hotel barge Anjodi, operated through European Waterways. This is an all-… The post Our French Odyssey on...

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First Timers Guide to Visiting Bilbao, Spain

This is a First Timers Guide to Visiting Bilbao, Spain. Just think Basque, think Guggenheim, think pintxos, think regeneration and you will understand that when we dr… The post First Timers Guide to...

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Things to Do and Eat in Hondarribia, Spain

Hondarribia is in the Gipuzkoa region of northern Spain, and just 23km from San Sebastian, and here are some of the Things to do and Eat in Hondarribia, Spain This is Basq… The post Things to Do and...

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A Guide to Visiting Mirepoix, the Medieval Village in France

We had never heard of this village of Mirepoix. Gordon just did a random selection on our road trip through Spain and France. Bastide de Mirepoix is a fortified village b… The post A Guide to Visiting...

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How to Spend Three Days in New York City

A reader recently asked us how to spend Three Days in New York City after reading our article, It is OK to be a tourist in NYC. Now that it a lot of pressure, as the city has so … The post How to Spend...

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Your Guide to Driving in Spain

We recently did a road trip through Northern Spain and Southern France and thought we would share a guide to driving in Spain. France was different, and we will write abo… The post Your Guide to...

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What to Do in Salem Massachusetts

What to Do in Salem Massachusetts, and a list of the top attractions in Salem, MA. This will also help you to understand the infamous Salem Massachusetts Witch Trials.… The post What to Do in Salem...

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10 of the Most Romantic Things you can do in Niagara Falls

We have done the hard work for you and here are 10 of the Most Romantic Things you can do in Niagara Falls. Many honeymooners and loved-up couples come to Niagara Falls, O… The post 10 of the Most...

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The Palaeolithic Cave Paintings of the Niaux Cave in France

When Gordon told me, we would be walking 800 metres into a cave in the Pyrenees, France to see the Palaeolithic Cave Paintings in the Niaux Cave in France I was like maybe. … The post The Palaeolithic...

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Skiing in Japan – 6 of the Best Places

Japan has become a must ski and see destination, well known for its deep, deep powder, reasonable prices and unique atmosphere, people often ask about Skiing in Japan – … The post Skiing in Japan – 6...

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25 Things that Annoy Me about Cafes, Restaurants, and Bars

We eat out at least once a day, sometimes twice and at other times we do the trifecta, so these are the 25 Things that Annoy Me about Cafes, Restaurants, and Bars. I know, I k… The post 25 Things that...

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17 Do’s and Don’ts When Visiting Turkey

Turkey is an amazingly diverse and complex country, and these 17 Do’s and Don’ts When Visiting Turkey will help make your visit that much more enriching.… The post 17 Do’s and Don’ts When Visiting...

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25 Do’s and Don’ts when Staying in a Hotel

We have stayed in many hotels as undoubtedly you all also have, and here are the Do’s and Don’ts when Staying in a Hotel, also called Hotel Etiquette Dos and Don’ts. It is a… The post 25 Do’s and...

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Top 20 FREE things to do in New York City

New York City is one of the most visited cities in the world, and here is a list of the Top 20 FREE things to do in New York City. Just walking around the city is enough to keep y… The post Top 20 FREE...

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How to Spend 3 Days Touring Mt Washington Valley, NH

Mt Washington, NH is one of the most popular Christmas destinations in the US, and we share our experiences on our 3 Days Touring Mt Washington Valley, NH.  I suspec… The post How to Spend 3 Days...

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12 Best Weekend Getaways from Sydney.

Here we suggest the 12 Best Weekend Getaways from Sydney. Visiting Sydney is an amazing experience and one where you will find a lot to do and to see. At times however, it i… The post 12 Best Weekend...

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A Guide for First Time Visitors to Hoi An, Vietnam

This is A Guide for First Time Visitors to Hoi An, Vietnam. Hoi An is beautiful to look at, and it is well known for it’s yellow UNESCO Ancient Town, the lanterns tha… The post A Guide for First Time...

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A Guide to Tipping Around the World

This is A Guide to Tipping Around the World. The etiquette of tipping in different countries, can be a source of consternation. The list is as comprehensive as possible… The post A Guide to Tipping...

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What are Media FAM Trips? or Press Trips

First of all, you may wonder What are Media FAM Trips? A Media FAM trip is a Media Familiarization trip, offered to media on behalf of an organization to get the media fami… The post What are Media FAM...

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Do’s and Don’ts when Visiting Ireland

To be sure, to be sure Ireland is a magical country, a country that is so hospitable, that you won’t want to leave, yet there are some Do’s and don’ts when visiting I… The post Do’s and Don’ts when...

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The Top 8 Reasons to Visit Nozawa Onsen, Japan

Here are the top 8 reasons to Visit Nozawa Onsen, Japan. Nozawa Onsen is one of the best ski resort areas in Japan with deep powder that brings skiers and snowboarders fro… The post The Top 8 Reasons...

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How to make Vietnamese pancakes – Bánh xèo

Vietnam has some of the most amazing food, and no trip to this amazing country is complete without trying Vietnamese pancakes, called.Bánh xèo. If you want to know how t… The post How to make...

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Your Travel Guide to Visiting Dubai

Dubai is old, but Dubai is new, and yes Dubai is flashy and urbane, yet Dubai is in the middle of a hot desert and steeped in history, so here is your Travel Guide to Visitin… The post Your Travel...

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ciorba de perisoare or meatball soup, from Romania

Romania is a country with an old culinary tradition and ciorba de perisoare or meatball soup, from Romania is popular. Everywhere you stop to eat you find fresh, delici… The post ciorba de perisoare or...

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How to make Gulasch and knödel from Germany

Ever wondered how to get the authentic taste of Gulasch and knödel from Germany? Well, you are in luck. Carolyn of Holidays to Europe is sharing a very real experienc… The post How to make Gulasch and...

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How to make a Chocolate Guinness Cake ..from yes, Ireland

Most people who visit Ireland come away with an appreciation for Guinness, which is the most popular drink in the country, but did you know that you can make a Chocolate … The post How to make a...

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What Female Travellers Should Wear when visiting Muslim Countries

Ever wondered What Female Travellers Should Wear when visiting Muslim Countries? Packing is never easy at the best of times, but when females are visiting a Muslim co… The post What Female Travellers...

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A Cooking Class in Thekkady in Kerala, India …who is a rickshaw driver also

How amazing to do a Special Cooking Class in Thekkady in Kerala, India with a Famous Chef who is a Rickshaw Driver. by ToTravelToo The best thing we did in Kerala was to hir… The post A Cooking Class...

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50 Top Things to See and Do in London

You have seen it in the movies, read about it in books but the 50 Top Things to See and Do in London will give you a really experiential way to travel this through this amazin… The post 50 Top Things...

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How to make Fish Amok from Cambodia

Ever wondered How to make Fish Amok from Cambodia? Well the amazing Budget Travel Talk will walk you though this amazing recipe. Cambodian food is fresh and very delici… The post How to make Fish Amok...

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How to make schnitzel as the Germans do

Learn How to make schnitzel as the Germans do, with this authentic German Schnitzel Recipe. Schnitzel is a traditional German dish where meat is pounded out thin, br… The post How to make schnitzel as...

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Do You Make These 21 Travel Mistakes?

Of course, we all make mistakes in organising our travels, but Do You Make These 21 Travel Mistakes? You really shouldn’t be making these, seasoned traveller or not. Ye… The post Do You Make These 21...

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17 Do’s & Don’ts when Visiting Vietnam

Vietnam is one of the most rewarding places you can visit, but you need to be aware of these 17 Do’s & Don’ts when Visiting Vietnam. From the frenetic cities of Ho Chi M… The post 17 Do’s &...

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How to make Bacalhau à Brás from Portugal

Bacalhau à Brás is one of Portugal’s traditional dishes and it’s adored through the country. Portuguese love Bacalhau (dried cod), and it is one of the most frequently … The post How to make Bacalhau à...

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A Cooking Class on Making Oyaki in Japan

Oyaki in Japan are the steamed dumplings that you find on the main street of Nozawa Onsen.  Undoubtedly they are to be found elsewhere throughout Japan, particularly in … The post A Cooking Class on...

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A Romantic Weekend in Colmar France

It is not difficult to have a romantic weekend in Colmar France, as this is a village that fairytales are made of. Colmar is located in the Alsace Region of France, a hot sp… The post A Romantic...

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Authentic Peruvian Pisco Sour

One thing my husband and I make a point to do when we travel to a new country is find out what the locals consider the “national drink” or something that is spe… The post Authentic Peruvian Pisco Sour...

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Top 12 New England Inns that Shout Gilmore Girls

We had the pleasure of visiting 12 New England Inns that just shouted Gilmore Girls when we were in America. I don’t know about you, but I binge watched Lorelei, Lu… The post Top 12 New England Inns...

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25 Do’s and Don’ts in Japan

We are sharing the 25 Do’s and Don’ts in Japan so that you have some insight into what you should and shouldn’t do in this country of the rising sun. Of … The post 25 Do’s and Don’ts in Japan appeared...

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Nozawa’s own Olympic darling competes today

Nozawa’s own Olympic darling competes today in the winter Olymoics   Manami Mitsuboshi Ueno will today compete in the women’s half pipe event in freestyl… The post Nozawa’s own Olympic darling competes...

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The Islands of Raja Ampat in Indonesia – 20 Reasons to Visit

Here are 20 Reasons to visit The Islands of Raja Ampat in Indonesia. Raja Ampat is an archipelago of over 1000 islands. It is located in the north-west of Indonesia’s Wes… The post The Islands of Raja...

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