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Festivals in Spain in October

Spain in October is alive with celebration. The weather is mild, the summer crowds have gone, and the month is filled with music, food, and cultural traditions. Quick Overview: The best festivals in Spain in…

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European Festivals Monthly Guide

Europe is a continent rich in culture, history, and celebration. Every month of the year, there’s an exciting festival or event happening somewhere, offering a deep dive into local traditions, cuisine, music, and art. Whether…

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Douro River Cruise Guide

Imagine waking up as the early mists hug the northern Portuguese hills. Outside your stateroom window, terraced vineyards spill down golden slopes and the Douro River glimmers, reflecting centuries of history and the promise of…

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Live Music Bars Around the World

There’s something magical about live music bars-the intimate settings, the electric performances, and the sense of history in the air. For us older folk, visiting iconic live music venues can be a nostalgic journey through…

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Best Festivals in Europe for Solo Travellers

Travelling solo doesn’t mean travelling alone-especially when you plan your adventures around festivals. Europe is home to some of the most exciting cultural, music, and food festivals, attracting people from all over the world. The…

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Things to see & do around Cairns

Here are some suggested itineraries along with my favourite places that I take guests whenever they visit my local area.  I hope you find this useful. Don’t hesitate to contact me if you would like more information…

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Best destinations for solo female travellers

Choosing where to travel independently can be a deeply personal decision – one that reflects a desire for growth, connection, and gentle assurance. Many women look for destinations where they’ll feel respected, safe, and free…

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Canadian Castles & Alaska Cruise

Our tour 13-day Scenic Canadian Castles & Alaskan Cruise tour was to celebrate a milestone birthday for my brother. We had an awesome holiday that was full of amazing experiences and we made some great…

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Rock the Boat Music Festival

Friends have recently been on Rock the Boat, “Australia’s biggest music festival at sea”. The music cruise event is held annually. If you’re a rock & roll fan then you won’t want to miss this…

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Croatia – Dubrovnik Split & Montenegro

Croatia No trip to Europe is complete without a visit to Croatia and the beautiful Dubrovnik. Croatia shares borders with Slovenia, Hungary, Serbia, Bosnia/Herzegovina & Montenegro, and nestles against the Adriatic Sea. The main tourist centres include…

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Villa Holidays in Europe

I have had a number of villa holidays over the years with friends from the UK & Australia. They have been in various locations and each time was incredibly fun, relaxing & heartwarming. I look…

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The beauty of Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls is located on the border between the U.S. and Canada and form part of the Niagara River that drains Lake Erie into Lake Ontario. The sheer volume of water flowing over the falls…