Florence undoubtedly ranks as one of Italy’s flagship cities, a place tourists flock to for its incredible art, architecture and general beauty. But do you actually have to stay there to enjoy all of this? Located just under an hour away by train, Bologna, in the Emilia-Romagna region, is a less touristy (and therefore less … More Can you do a day trip to Florence from Bologna?
What better way to enjoy the transition into spring and summer than to enjoy a cuppa in the fresh air, surrounded by lush plants and nature vibes. There’s just something about the whole experience that feels soothing to the soul, don’t you think? I’ve been heading around town lately to explore some of the best … More 9 cute Perth garden cafés and green spaces to try!
Istanbul was a city that had always fascinated me. As someone with a strong interest in all things Islamic/Ottoman/Byzantine/Silk Road, it felt like somewhere I really needed to visit. I had tried 3 times to do so over the years, but had always had to cancel for some reason or another. Fourth time lucky and … More How I spent my 4 days in Istanbul
It was my fourth attempt at visiting Istanbul, following three failed trips in the past. For those plans, I had trawled through the internet trying to find a suitable hotel among the city’s vast offering. On each occasion, I had booked different properties, but evidently none of them were meant to be. So, going for … More The Westin Istanbul Nisantasi: My review
When planning a trip, one of the main things to consider is what the weather will be like at that destination – it determines the type of clothes you pack, what kind of activities you can do and whether any potential seasonal events are on. If you’re wondering about the best time to visit Perth, … More The best time to visit Perth, based on its 6 seasons
Despite being virtually on my doorstep, Singapore was not actually a destination I had spent much time in. Indeed, as an adult, my only real visit was in 2012 for 2 nights. Prior to that, it had just been airport transits and some holidays as a kid in the ’80s and ’90s, which I barely … More What to see in Singapore: My top 12 recommendations
When travelling abroad, a top priority for most of us is the ability to stay connected. Not only is it important for keeping in touch with people, but it’s also super handy for using services such as Google Maps and ride-sharing apps while out and about. There are essentially 3 ways to do this: using … More My Ubigi eSIM review: A good option for travel?
When it came to luxury hotel brands, Mandarin Oriental had been one that had always eluded me. Despite often being seduced by their marketing – I particularly love their slogan of ‘I’m a fan’ –, I had somehow never had the occasion to actually stay at one. Until my most recent experience at the exquisite … More Mandarin Oriental Singapore: My comprehensive review
Welcome to part 2 of 2 of the latest guest-post series on Tokyo’s dining scene from the team at AutoReserve, the no. 1 site for restaurant reservations in Japan (read part 1 on Tokyo cafés here, and their earlier guest post on sukiyaki restaurants in Osaka here). In this post, you’ll discover a handy guide to … More Guest post: 11 must-try restaurants in Tokyo (& their signature dishes)
Welcome to part 1 of a 2-part series on the Tokyo dining scene from the wonderful team at AutoReserve, the no. 1 site for restaurant reservations in Japan (read part 2 on must-try Tokyo restaurants here). They have also previously written a guest post on sukiyaki restaurants in Osaka. In this post, you’ll discover a handy … More Guest post: 11 Tokyo cafés recommended by local experts
