MY TOP 10 PLACES TO VISIT IN BALI ⇷☓⇸ Bali is one of the most popular destinations in Indonesia, and its very easy to see why! The countryside is breathtaking, the beaches are beautiful, there is great hiking, friendly locals, world-class dining, and it’s inexpensive. Bali is the total package. If you haven’t been yet, I seriously urge you to and give yourself at least a few weeks to explore. Once you leave the touristy southeast corner of the island, you won’t be bothered with crowds of tourists who never venture past their bars and spas in Ubud and Kuta! There is is so much to see in this stunning…
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The Top 10 Things To Do In Wellington
THE QUIRKIEST CITY IN NEW ZEALAND ⇷☓⇸ Wellington, also known as the ‘Windy City’ is the capital of New Zealand and the third most populous urban area in the country. This is contrary to most people’s belief that Auckland is the capital, when in fact Wellington, with its bohemian feel is the true hub. The cities stunning architecture and eclectic vibe give this city a great personality that should not be missed. It has so much character and provides an incredible array of nightlife, restaurants, art exhibits, museums, activities, which makes it a must visit destination. Here are my Top 10: 1. Walk around the waterfront near Oriental Bay The waterfront…
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The Top 10 Places To Eat In Auckland
FOR ALL YOU FOODIES OUT THERE ⇷☓⇸ Having lived in Auckland for some time, I have managed to check out a number of different places to eat and these are some of my favourites. Whether you fancy Western, Asian, Fusion, or other delicious styles of food there is something for everyone here in Auckland: 1. Happy Boy Happy Boy makes everyone happy! Brought to you by the same people behind Kiss Kiss (a delicious Vietnamese restaurant), step inside and you’ll discover the future! Incredibly vibrant with neon colours and Tron style themes, it’s serving up delicous bugers, all served in soft, bao-style buns. The cornflake crusted Karage chicken with nori, pickled…
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7 Places to see in South Island, New Zealand
EXPLORING THE SOUTH ISLANDS NATURAL BEAUTY ⇷☓⇸ 1. Christchurch Known as “The Garden City,” Christchurch, boasts beautifully-sculpted parks and gardens reminiscent of Victorian England. The city has a lively student population, is multi-cultural, and is a popular backpacker destination. Though severely damaged by a few earthquakes in the last few years, the city is slowly being rebuilt and the city is moving forward. A really cool must see is the container shopping park which is a mix match of shipping containers made into, retail shops, cafes and restaurants which are all brightly coloured. Keep an eye out for the archway (as show above) and have a fun ride on the gondola…
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What To Do In Queenstown, New Zealand
HOME OF THE FAMOUS FERGBURGER! ⇷☓⇸ If you are heading to New Zealand, whether it’s for a quick visit, holiday or working visa, be sure to have Queenstown on your ‘Must Do’ list. Not only is it one of the main places for adrenalin junkies in the Southern Hemisphere, but it is also breathtakingly beautiful with its clear blue lake, Lord of the Ring style mountains and wildly striking scenery. There are numerous outdoor activities to keep everyone happy, and what makes it even better is that it is a place you can visit at any time of year, no matter what the weather. These are my TOP 10 things…
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What To Do In The United Kingdom
The Ultimate Guide To The UK ⇷☓⇸ These travel guides aim to give you the best and most up to date information on the major travel destinations around the world. Here you will find budget tips, money saving advice, tips on places to stay, things to see and do, and where to eat. It doesn’t matter what type of vacation you are going on – cruise, backpacking trip, island getaway, 2 week holiday, round the world trip, or a family vacation. These destination guides will give you all the information you need for your trip so you can travel better, longer, cheaper. Here is my guide for the UK: 1.…
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What To Do In Rotorua, New Zealand
AN EXTENSIVE GUIDE TO ROTORUA AND ITS NATURAL WONDERS ⇷☓⇸ This is an extensive to guide to exploring Lake Rotorua, Redwoods Forest, Freak shakes and Kerosene Creek Rotorua, New Zealand is one of the most popular tourist destinations on the North Island. Also known as ‘Rotorvegas’ (with a sign to accompany at the top of the luge), this city is the starting point for nature walks, Maori cultural experiences, trips to incredible geysers, and beautiful natural free spas. Rotorvegas! It is most notably known for its eggy smell due to the sulphur springs emitting a funky odour that can be smelt all over the city. However, not to be deterred…
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Exploring the North Island of New Zealand
WHAT TO SEE AND DO IN THE NORTH ISLAND ⇷☓⇸ This is an extensive to guide to exploring the Bay of Islands, Cape Reinga, Paihia, Oke Bay and Russell. New Zealand would be most notably known for its tourist images of the dramatic scenery of the South Island, but for me the North is just as beautiful and even more interesting. Many places have majestic mountains, but the North Island is loaded with attractions that are more New Zealand-esque – most notably the bubbling’s and boiling’s of geothermal activity, and a highly visible Māori culture. These are some of my favourite places to visit and can be done in a…
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The Ultimate Guide For New Zealand
Everything You Need To Know For Your New Zealand Adventure ⇷☓⇸ New Zealand is the adventure capital of the world. Hiking, skydiving, caving, bungy jumping, skiing – everything here is geared towards getting you outside and doing something good. As a popular destination for backpackers and budget travelers, New Zealand is really affordable and offers many ways to save money. I loved my time in New Zealand – the people were friendly, the country was beautiful, and you meet a lot of great travellers there. It’s one of the best countries in the world and it is definitely worth an adventure. Breakdown for New Zealand: COSTS Accommodation Hostel dorms cost…
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Top 10 Restaurants in Chiang Mai, Thailand
The Best Places To Eat In Chiang Mai ⇷☓⇸ Its a well known fact that Chiang Mai is known for having amazing food and has almost as many restaurants as it does people that live there. Specialising in Northern Thai cuisine, which is richer and spicier than traditional Thai dishes, there are also options to try almost every other type of cuisine in town. Here are my top 10 researched restaurants to go and visit: 1. Anchan – Vegetarian Restaurant Anchan Vegetarian Restaurant in Chiang Mai Located down a small dark road of Nimmanhaemin, Anchan is one of the most popular vegetarian restaurants in Chiang Mai and sources all their ingredients from local farms. Their menu…
