When you’re planning your trip to Japan, sometimes it can feel incredibly overwhelming. After all, there are so many things to do or experience in this incredible country. How do you distinguish between the once-in-a-lifetime experiences and the things that you’ll probably forget about once you return home? If this sounds like something you’re struggling …
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3 day Maui itinerary
If you’re planning a trip to Hawai’i, Maui is one of those places that is constantly being mentioned to you as a “must visit”. When I was planning on visiting Maui, I had no idea how long to spend there or what to do while I was there. I swore that once I visited, I …
Things to do in Jervis Bay in winter
I’m not gonna lie, when I visited Jervis Bay I didn’t really know what I was in for. I’d seen a photo online, and proposed a weekend trip to a friend who lives in Sydney. Next thing I knew, we were planning an extended weekend in Jervis Bay during winter. Which sounds nuts if you’re …
4 days in Sydney
As an Australian, it always seemed a bit weird to write about Sydney. I grew up taking family trips to Sydney (it’s only a 1 hr flight from my home city of Melbourne), so it always seemed so normal to visit. Now, as a travel blogger, I’m constantly hearing how people want to visit Australia, …
Hawai’i: initial thoughts on overtourism
When I’m about to travel to a destination I’m always excited. I get myself psyched up by googling local food options (because what is travel without food??) I read up about local history and spend copious amounts of time on Insta’ looking up pretty photos. I’m not going to lie, I was looking forward to …
The Ultimate Acadia National Park Itinerary for first-time visitors
What do you get when you mix the state of Maine, USA, and a national park? Rugged coastline, picturesque beaches, woodland, and the east coast’s highest point. What an unexpected mixture of nature, I hear you exclaim? That’s exactly what I thought! Acadia national park in Maine is one of the East Coast’s most beautiful and …
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11 Instagrammable places in Tokyo, Japan
Are you visiting Tokyo and want to take photos of some beautiful places? As someone who used to call Tokyo home, I’ve put together a guide to the most Instagrammable places in Tokyo. Whether you’re an avid Instagrammer, photographer or just on the lookout for cool places to visit, this guide has you covered: …
10 things nobody tells you about visiting Vietnam
When visiting Vietnam, I had visions of eating bowls of Pho (Vietnamese noodle soup) all day. I didn’t realize I was about to embark on an adventure that would teach me so much more than how to consume mountains of food in a short period. There is so much more to Vietnam than it’s food, …
How to get from Hue to Hoi An: the ultimate guide
The cities of Hue and Hoi An are a must for any first time visitors to Vietnam. This guide shares the different options and what is the best way to get from Hue to Hoi An, depending on your travel style. Hoi An is known for for its UNESCO listed old town: think beautiful architecture, …
The ultimate guide to hiking Mueller Hut: for beginner hikers
If you’re planning on visiting Aoraki / Mt Cook National Park, chances are you’ve heard of Mueller Hut. This 2-day hike (which can be 1-day) is one of New Zealand’s most beautiful trails. If you’re a newbie hiker, I’ve put together a guide to hiking Mueller Hut for beginners! But before we get started, let me …
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