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Exploring the World of Wine (WOW) near Porto!
Just across the bridge from Porto is the World Of Wine, or WOW. Despite the name, this modern complex is actually home to seven museums, with four of them being centred around port,…
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Exploring Vila Nova de Gaia in Porto, Portugal!
When I visited Porto I stayed on the north side of the river Douro (at the lovely Menina Colina Guesthouse). My balcony faced south, and looking out across the river, all I could…
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What to see and do in Sorrento, Italy!
Whilst there are some places you visit to see or do a particular thing, the joys of Sorrento are in the atmosphere, the shops, and the food. However, there are still some surprises…
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A half-day trip to Snoqualmie Falls, Seattle
I am a huge fan of the original series of Twin Peaks, and so when I visited Seattle I just had to visit Snoqualmie Falls, which appears in the opening titles! However, I…
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One day in Seattle: the Space Needle, Chihuly Garden and Glass, and MoPOP!
My first day in Seattle was spent exploring some of the many museums and attractions in the Uptown area. You’ll definitely need more than a day to see absolutely everything here, although depending…
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Seattle 4 day itinerary: mountains, museums and more!
I spent four full days in Seattle after my trip to Vancouver, and let me tell you I absolutely loved it. As with Vancouver, everyone was laid back and friendly and there…
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Exploring Takayama in Gifu Prefecture
For a taste of traditional Japan, Takayama in Gifu prefecture is a great place to visit! As well as the famous festivals it holds in Spring and Autumn, Takayama has preserved shopping streets…
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7 day Kyushu itinerary (Kumamoto, Beppu, Fukuoka)
For my second trip to the island of Kyūshū in Japan I decided to explore the northern part of the island, visiting Kumamoto, Fukuoka and Beppu. Here is my 7 day Kyushu itinerary…
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A 4 day itinerary to Cork, Ireland
I was fortunate enough to have a work trip to Cork in Ireland and, well, I just had to add on some extra days! There is loads to do both in Cork itself…
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A day trip to the island of Capri, Italy
Just off the coast of Sorrento in Southern Italy is the island of Capri. Although it’s known as a hotspot for the rich and famous there is so much more to this beautiful…