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Lighthouses & abandoned places: what to do in Portland, Maine!
Blending seaside town with quintessential New England charm, you can easily spend a long weekend in downtown Portland, Maine. Staying in the centre of Portland can be expensive depending on the time of…
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Visiting Ōkunoshima aka Rabbit Island, Japan
If you like both Japan and rabbits then you have to visit Ōkunoshima, aka Rabbit Island. Situated in the Seto Inland Sea, on Ōkunoshima you can explore beautiful scenery, learn about the island’s…
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Exploring Hakone, Japan: Sulphuric eggs, a shrine and a ship!
Just over an hour away from Tokyo, Hakone is the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of Japan’s capital city. You can easily spend a couple of days here to explore at…
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What to see and do in Saltburn by the Sea
This is the final post of my mini-series about a small stretch of coastline in North East England, focusing on Saltburn, Whitby and the stops on the North York Moors Railway. (For full disclosure, this…
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Visiting the North York Moors Railway!
This is the second in a series of three blog posts about a small stretch of coastline in North East England, focusing on Saltburn, Whitby and the stops on the North York Moors…
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What to see and do in Whitby, North Yorkshire
This is the first in a series of three blog posts about a small stretch of coastline in North East England, focusing on the towns of Saltburn, Whitby and the stops on the…
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Visiting Kurama near Kyoto: all you need to know!
Kurama is a tiny village in the mountains to the north of Kyoto. There’s an array of fun things to do here, including riding the funicular railway, hiking through the forest, and relaxing…
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How to visit an onsen in Japan
Visiting an onsen, or hot spring bath, is one of the best things you can do in Japan. Although it can be a bit daunting at first, once you get over the fear…
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Kyrgyzstan: know before you go
If you're planning on visiting Kyrgyzstan you might be wondering about how to deal with some of the more practical aspects. If so, then read on!
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The best places to visit in Kyrgyzstan!
I had never given much thought to visiting Kyrgyzstan until I sat down and looked at my map for travel inspiration. I am so glad I did! There's so much more to Kyrgyzstan…
