Rio de Janeiro is best known for its spectacular setting, glorious beaches like Ipanema and Copacabana, the Sugarloaf Mountain, the iconic Christ Statue and…
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I was chatting with a few friends of mine and they asked me which cities in Europe I would recommend for a city break….
The incredible view from Grouse Mountain
It’s my favourite spot for a panoramic view of one of the most spectacularly-located cities in the world: Grouse Mountain in Vancouver, Canada. I…
Exploring Melaka
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Ten things to do in Riga
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That feeling at the Old Biscuit Mill
That feeling when you step into a place and your senses are simply overwhelmed. Then you get accustomed to the cacophony of people and…
Plane views: Penang Island
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Art Nouveau architecture in Riga
It was my first visit to Latvia and to be honest, I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. I did some research beforehand and…
