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Visiting Plitvice Lakes

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When people travel around Europe, Croatia is often overlooked. But I don't know why, because Croatia is a hidden gem with beaches, historic cities and national parks a plenty. When I visited Croatia, I rented a car with my parents and hit the road for Croatia. We didn't want to spend forever driving, so we chose to visit the Plitvice...

11 Must-Do Experiences in Hong Kong

Whether you're a traveller, businessman or a gambler, there is a good chance your feet will land in Hong Kong at some point. The huge airport is one of the main interchanges, so even if you're only passing through between flights, you could experience the city. I adore Hong Kong, so today I'm here to convince you to do...

24 Hours in Macau

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Macau had been a Portuguese colony since the 16th century. Now the Macau Special Autonomous Region, you can still feel the influence of Portugal, intermixed with Asian cultural traditions and even a bit of a Las Vegas feel. The melting pot of cultures had me intrigued, so I spent 24 hours in Macau to find out what it was...

One night cruise around Halong Bay

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“It's overrated”, “it's dirty”, “it's full of tourists”. You can find a thousand opinions like that online about Halong Bay, but despite all the negative reviews, I took a chance and visited anyway. And do you know what? The experience was magical, so I'd encourage you to take the chance too. The legend of Halong Bay Ha Long is formed from...

Discovering Hanoi: 11 Things to Do Plus Where to Stay

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The one thing people tell you to expect when you visit Hanoi is craziness. It's a city with a buzz that goes well beyond its borders. So, when I arrived at the airport and hailed a taxi to the hotel, it's fair to say I was a bit surprised. There were lots of motorbikes, but it wasn't that different...

How to spend 4 days in Seoul

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South Korea… the land of… Exactly. The land of what? What's the first thing that comes to your mind when you hear South Korea? I won't lie. I didn't know much about the country besides where it is located and a vague flavour for their food. Back home there's a Korean restaurant near me, but who knows how authentic...

How to spend a weekend in Toronto

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Our weekend in Toronto was an unplanned trip. We had to go to NYC for a few days, so I thought we may as well tick off another country from my list and visit Canada while we were close by. After a weekend in Toronto, I was cross with myself for not visiting this country before, especially after living in...

Three 2019 Travel Trends With Options For Every Budget

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New year, new holiday? January is the month when many make a dash for Skyscanner and book a getaway to get them through the year ahead. Today I’m putting together three of my favourite 2019 travel trends to inspire you. You’ll also find my recommendations for the best destinations and hotels to experience them at. I’ve hand-picked travel trends for...

5 of the Best Ways to See the Northern Lights in Finland

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The Northern Lights, otherwise known as the Aurora Borealis, have captured the hearts of holidaymakers for decades. But, there’s only a limited window each year to maximise your chances of seeing them. The long nights of winter create more opportunity to catch the Aurora Borealis in action. November to March is the peak season, but as this exquisite natural show...

Hiking to Morskie Oko in Poland

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Morskie Oko is the largest and most beautiful lake in the Polish Tatras mountains, lying in the upper part of the Valley of Rybi Potok. It is located at an altitude of 1395m above sea level, opening up breath-taking views. Hiking to Morskie Oko takes about 18km both ways - longer if you decide to walk around it, or...