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Travel inspiration for the traveler who is always looking for the hidden gems
Sharing travel inspiration and information about the most interesting destinations in the world. If you love design boutique hotels and exploring the local food culture as much as I do, then you’ve come to the right place!
Travel inspiration for the traveler who is always looking for the hidden gems
Sharing travel inspiration and information about the most interesting destinations in the world. If you love design boutique hotels and exploring the local food culture as much as I do, then you’ve come to the right place!
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10 Useful Hong Kong travel tips to prepare for your trip
Hong Kong is such a unique and fantastic city where East meets West. Whether you're visiting for the delicious food, the impressive skyline, or the charming neighborhoods, there are a couple of things that are good to know in advance so you can make the most of your...
10 Useful Hong Kong travel tips to prepare for your trip
Hong Kong is such a unique and fantastic city where East meets West. Whether you're visiting for the delicious food, the impressive skyline, or the charming neighborhoods, there are a couple of things that are good to know in advance so you can make the most of your trip. I recently spent five days in Hong Kong, and in this article I’ll share practical Hong Kong travel tips to help you prepare for your stay, including how to get from the airport to the city center, using public transport, the...
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When I think about what to bring on a trip, I always start with my camera gear and electronics. Not shoes, not whether I should bring a coat, not what books I want to read... No, it's the geeky stuff that's on top of my list. I'm a firm believer in the saying that...
Attacked by a poisonous spider in the Amazon jungle
I kick out my rubber boot and see what's causing the enormous pain slowly crawling out. A giant hairy spider. If this had been a documentary on National Geographic this would be the moment I would switch to a different channel. But I'm not watching...
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It all started with a picture of pancakes. It helps that my friend Giulia - who took the picture - is also a talented food photographer, but I also trust her judgement. (Would you question an Italian when it comes to food?) So if she says the pancakes are...
Salar de Uyuni: 5 Unforgettable Experiences
There's more to Bolivia's Uyuni than the salt flats. True, standing on those bright, white grounds with clear blue skies is one of those experiences you'll never forget. But if you limit your visit to Uyuni to 'just' the salt flats, you'll miss some of the...
How to spend a weekend in Brighton (with video)
Brighton is the perfect day trip from London. Only an hour by train, there's a beach, a fun pier, great food... and yet I had only been once. I was already planning another trip when I received an invite to spend the weekend at the new Brighton Harbour Hotel with some...
Peru: the amazing trip that inspired me to visit Bolivia
I'm on my way to Bolivia. For the coming two weeks my sister and I will be traveling around the country. To cities, small towns, salt lakes and jungles. I can't wait! Bolivia is a country I've been wanting to visit ever since I traveled to South America for the first...
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Urban Pixxels is all about travel inspiration and information for the traveler who wants to explore the most interesting destinations in the world; prefers design boutique hotels over hostels; is always looking for the hidden gems; and believes that exploring the local food culture is just as important as sightseeing.
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