If ever there was a city worth visiting solely to see a piece of architecture – it would be Paris. I have 3 must-see items on my list for this trip to Paris: The Louvre, Notre Dame, The Eiffel Tower. Paris, France’s capital, is a major European city and a global center for art, fashion, gastronomy […]
What a wonderful experience my visit to Firuidas has been. This tiny village in Northern Portugal is located between, Montalegre and Chaves. It has a population of 38, and is home to my Australian friends grandmother. The entire village is made up of old stone houses, which are mostly occupied by elderly Portuguese woman who dress […]
I arrived in Porto, found myself a hostel which was very low key (exactly what I needed) and slept for 10 hours – amazing! I located a phonebook the next day and called one of the Australian girls who I had been travelling with on Bus About who was staying with some family – she […]
I’ve spent two nights in Valencia. It was some much needed downtime after a crazy few days in Barcelona. I allowed the group I’ve been travelling with to move on to Madrid and given myself two full days of relaxation. Visiting the beach here has been a highlight – there is sand!!! (Many of the […]
Today I’m leaving Nice for Barcelona, Spain – which I am very excited about but first I need to update you about my visit to Monaco & the district of Monte Carlo. Monaco is an independent microstate on France’s Mediterranean coastline known for its glitzy casinos, yacht-lined harbor and prestigious Grand Prix motor race, which […]
Nice, capital of the French Riviera, skirts the pebbly shores of the Baie des Anges. Founded by the Greeks and later a retreat for 19th-century Europe’s elite, the city today balances old-world decadence with modern urban energy. Its sunshine and liberal attitude have long attracted artists, whose work hangs in its museums. With vibrant markets […]
Intrepid traveller who enjoys unique, obscure and off-the-beaten track locations to traditional 'hot-spots'. Seeking out lesser-known eateries while abroad to ensure an authentic local experience. LAST SEEN: Sailing the Aegean Sea NEXT STOP: Snorkelling on the beautiful island of Rarotonga
