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Camping at Trial Bay Gaol: Exploring Arakoon and South West Rocks

Camping at Trial Bay Gaol: Exploring Arakoon and South West Rocks

We spent several days camping at Trial Bay Gaol Campground in Arakoon National Park, exploring South West Rocks, Trial Bay Gaol, Smoky Cape Lighthouse and the surrounding coastline. Here’s what we discovered, what the campground was like with Connie, and why we’d happily stay again.

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A Relaxing Monday in Tarragona

A Relaxing Monday in Tarragona

When you think of a day trip from Barcelona, Tarragona might not be the first name that comes to mind. But sometimes, the best experiences are the ones that don’t go to plan. That was precisely the case when we headed to Tarragona on a quiet Monday, expecting Roman ruins but discovering something even better: a peaceful, picturesque city full of charm, history, and surprise highlights. We changed our itinerary, and I forgot to check that Tarrafgona was open, but all the Roman ruin sites are closed on Monday. We think it was the best mistake and made for a great day.

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A Relaxing Montjuïc Walk: Castle, Views & Hidden Gems in Barcelona

A Relaxing Montjuïc Walk: Castle, Views & Hidden Gems in Barcelona

Montjuïc is one of Barcelona’s most beautiful and historic areas, offering breathtaking views, lush gardens, and cultural landmarks. We spent an afternoon wandering through its diverse attractions, from the historic Montjuïc Castle to the tranquil gardens and scenic overlooks. Whether you’re drawn to history, nature, or panoramic cityscapes, Montjuïc provides a relaxing yet enriching experience.

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Try This If Visiting Multiple European Christmas Markets

Try This If Visiting Multiple European Christmas Markets

Coming up with a strategy while visiting Multiple European Christmas Markets can help you get past We have had enough; let’s go home. My plan was to create a treasure hunt that pushed us to go the extra mile. We searched for local or new things, local arts or decorations, food, or local drinks, primarily warm beverages. 

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Visiting Prague for the first time.

Visiting Prague for the first time.

Prague receives anywhere from 6 to 8 million visitors a year, making it very busy most of the time. There are many reasons Prague is on so many people’s bucket lists. It boasts beautiful architecture, from Romanesque to the present trends. If architecture is not your jam, Prague also has a rich, long history spanning a thousand years to explore and great food.  

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Our Medieval White Christmas in Tallinn

Our Medieval White Christmas in Tallinn

Tallinn makes most of the lists for places in Europe for a white Christmas, with the Medieval charm of the old town, and you have the perfect combination for a medieval white Christmas.

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Beara Peninsula – Our day driving and exploring 7 stops.

Beara Peninsula – Our day driving and exploring 7 stops.

The Beara Peninsula is considered the lesser-known of the Irish ring roads, so we decided to include it in our Itinerary. Everybody knows about the Ring of Kerry and the Dingle Peninsula, but only a few know about the Beara Peninsula. We loved our day driving Beara Peninsula. We will share our experience of the drive and the Seven stops we made along the way.

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3 Days in Dublin: Sights, Pubs & Easy Itinerary Ideas

3 Days in Dublin: Sights, Pubs & Easy Itinerary Ideas

Planning an itinerary to explore a new destination can be overwhelming. It is my hope that as you read our blog and see how we explored Dublin, it will give you ideas for your Dublin adventure. Included are addresses, prices and opening hours when available for easy reference for you.

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Italy for Everyone – Destination Overview

Italy for Everyone – Destination Overview

Italy has something for everyone: beautiful mountains, glimmering coastlines and mazes of cobblestoned streets in ancient towns. The hardest thing to do is decide where to start exploring. Did you know there are more UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Italy than in any other country on the planet?  There are 58 sites throughout the country.

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11 Travel Documents for Australians

11 Travel Documents for Australians

Your departure date is fast approaching, and the excitement of being somewhere different is building. Sitting in the back of your mind are those niggling questions, have I got all my documents in order? Here are 11 Travel Documents to help you find peace of mind.

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