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What is the Affordable ‘Bouillon Chartier’ in Paris Really Like?
During my trip to Paris, I wanted to have at least one French meal. It’s always been a bit unclear to me what French food is (sorry…), so the plan was to eat at a French restaurant in France and find out first hand. Bouillon Chartier had been recommended to me by a...
How To Do a Short Trip in Paris: Learn From the Mistakes I Made the First Time
Ah, Paree. What a place to be. My first trip to Paris was about seven years ago and I felt very lukewarm about the whole thing, but I'm glad to say that I have given it another chance and Paris has fully redeemed itself. The first trip was all a bit hectic to be...
5 Travel Itinerary Planning Tips You Need To Know – They Are Game Changing
Planning various trips over the years has made me realise that I love it; I love finding all the options of things to do at my destination, I love the puzzle of figuring out a place for each one, and of course, I love finally enjoying my trip after all the planning....
You Need To Go To A ‘Roda de Samba’ in São Paulo: Here Are Two of the Best in the City
Roda de samba, which roughly translates to ‘samba circle’, is where a group of musicians literally sit in a circle and play samba music, so it does what it says on the tin. Other than someone perhaps counting them in, there is seemingly no single leader in the ring of...
Why I Stopped Buying Souvenirs (But My House Is Still Full Of Them)
I used to collect thimbles on my travels. Yes, thimbles. As in those things that you put on your finger for protection when you’re sewing. Have I ever used them? No. Are they on display? No. Will I ever use or display them? Probably not, no. Over the years, I’ve...
5 London Underground Stations To Avoid – You Have Been Warned
The thing that people don't seem to realise about London is that many stations, particularly within central London, are close enough that you could walk to the next station in the time it takes to get all the way underground, wait for a train, then get all the way...
The Ultimate Young Person’s Guide to Cheap Theatre and Art in London
London is full of things to do but when it comes to the theatre, we are most certainly spoilt for choice. There are an unbelievable number of fantastic shows on at any one time and there’s always something new but unfortunately, tickets can still be above budget for...
My Experience at the The São Paulo Museum of Art (MASP)
The São Paulo Museum of Art (MASP). Who doesn’t love a good gallery? A quick spot of culture on your travels (and often a little Instagram moment to prove it) - it’s a different way to learn more about the place you’re visiting. The entrance is underneath the building...
Khao Sok vs Halong Bay: The Ultimate Comparison
Khao Sok National Park and Halong Bay are both incredibly beautiful places and I would highly recommend them to anyone. They are wonderful slices of Thailand and Vietnam respectively - you won’t be forgetting them in a hurry. While they both have their own charm, they...
The Best Park in São Paulo: Parque da Água Branca
If you’re looking for endless stretches of short grass where you can roll out the picnic blankets as you let the kids and the dogs frolic freely in the fields, then this isn’t the place for you. Somewhere like Parque de Ibirapuera will be more suited to your...