While visiting family in northern New South Wales, we spent half a day exploring the enchanting Northern Rivers Rail Trail. Nestled in picturesque landscapes, this charming and peaceful trail…
Leuven is a Flemish university town in Belgium with great Belgian beer, a picturesque old town and a lively atmosphere. It’s a perfect weekend destination for those who like good beer, historic…
The Cinque Terre (‘Five Lands’) is one of the most beautiful coastlines in the world, and one of the best places in Italy to indulge in local culture (food) and…
Why the Cinque Terre? Why do millions of tourists and travellers flock to the north west coast of Italy every year? What is it about walking between the five tiny…
As a “live-in tourist”, I like to spend my weekends in London exploring its landmarks, cuisine, and activities. But when Carlie or Siobhan suggested we spend a day on a…
Oslo, the capital and most populous city in Norway, is a great weekend escape for travellers wanting to breathe in fresh crisp air, seek adventure and experience the outdoor…
There is nothing better than summer in Europe! But, sometimes it’s better to avoid the big cities and tourist destinations that can get crowded, hot and smelly. So, we’ve…
In October 2015, I travelled to Copenhagen with a few girlfriends for a 36 hour weekend escape. We had so much fun that Daniel decided that he had to visit and…
Berlin, the ever-changing capital of Germany and home to fascinating modern history and trendy culture, is a great destination for a short weekend escape. And even though 36 hours doesn’t…
I arrived in Kyoto midafternoon to be greeted at our accommodation by our good friend Maria. She had collected the keys from our Airbnb host earlier in the day and…
