Is Athens worth visiting? Reasons to vsiit Athens in 2026
With ancient ruins, an excellent food and drink scene, great public transport and fabulous all-round ‘vibe’, you should definitely make time for the Greek capital.
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Corfu’s Old Town in Pictures
It’s been a little while between travel posts. Good thing I’ve just arrived back home from a week in Greece. A ten day gap in my working roster screamed to be taken advantage of. I had spent many days day-dreaming about warmth, surf and admittedly even sand to some degree. I wanted to escape somewhere…
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The Blood Moon in London
What do you do when you finish work at an impossibly late hour on a ridiculously clear night? You stay up to watch a rare celestial event, of course. What exactly is the blood moon business that everyone is harping on about? It’s a lunar eclipse, combined with a ‘super moon’, which could be seen…
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Composting in London: Is it an Impossible Mission?
Disclosure: This page may contain affiliate links. Clicking through for additional information or to make a purchase may result in a small commission. Thank you. Did you know that the United Kingdom throws out around 15 million tonnes of food a year? Of this figure, it’s estimated that around half of the 7 million scraps…
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15 amazing things to do at Uluru for every budget
For many, a trip to Australia’s Red Centre is a once in a lifetime opportunity. Discover the best things to do in Uluru, no matter what your budget.
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Why We Do It
For the last few mornings, I have woken to the indignant clucking of my mother’s chickens. My bedroom at home is adjacent to their coop and they are creatures who rise with the sun. If they have not been released into their enclosure by at least seven in the morning, they have no qualms in…
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Newcastle to Melbourne drive: details & best stops [updated for 2025]
Heading on an extended road trip? Here’s everything you need to know about the Newcastle to Melbourne drive (or vice versa), with information on the fastest route there versus the more scenic, leisurely route and where to stay. Australia is a country that’s built for road trips. Some you’ll do for fun and others you’ll…
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High Tea at Ducks in the Field High Tea in NSW
One of the coolest things to do in the Lower Hunter Valley is grab a High Tea at Ducks in the Field in Duckenfield (hey, the name makes sense now!). It’s one of the best high teas in the Hunter Valley and the cost is pretty decent as well. I do believe Ducks in the…
