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One day in Harajuku: grand shrines and shopping!
A trip to Tokyo isn’t complete without a visit to Harajuku. Here, you can visit the famous Meiji Shrine, experience a slice of youth culture along Takeshita-dōri, and go shopping in Omotesandō –…
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Hummingbirds and butterflies: a trip to Mindo Cloud Forest, Ecuador
Mindo Cloud Forest in Ecuador is around two hours away from the capital city of Quito and makes for a fantastic day trip. It’s a great opportunity to immerse yourself in nature and…
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Asakusa and Akihabara: the perfect one day itinerary!
Although Asakusa and Akihabara are slightly out of the way from some of the other main districts of Tokyo, they’re so close to one another that it makes sense to visit them together.…
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Three amazing things to experience in San Pedro de Atacama, Chile!
I was in San Pedro de Atacama, Chile for a brief stopover between the salt flats of Bolivia and Salta, Argentina. Despite being a small tourist town in the middle of nowhere, San…
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How to plan (& save money on) your next holiday!
Ready for your next trip? Here's my guide to help you plan your holiday & actually save money on the way! (Includes a free budgeting tool!)
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Spending a weekend in Dresden, Germany
Although it’s not particularly easy to get to (from the UK at least), Dresden is well worth a visit. Easily walkable and filled with beautiful architecture, it is perfect for a low-key break…
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Japan Itinerary (17 days): Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima, Miyajima
As a first-time visitor to Japan, it makes sense to take ‘The Golden Route’ – i.e. Tokyo and Kyoto – to make sure you see all the best sights in the limited time…
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My first night in Japan – Haneda to Shibuya
My first night in Japan - aka how to get from London Heathrow to Shibuya in one piece.
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What to pack in your hand luggage aka J’s Lucky Seven
Not sure what to pack in your hand luggage? Here are the seven items you need for a stress-free trip.
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The top 5 most interesting things to do in Utrecht!
Utrecht is lovely. A quieter sibling to nearby Amsterdam and the birthplace of Miffy the adorable cartoon bunny, this walkable Dutch city lets you take things at your own pace without the raucous…
