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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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Best things to do in Seville: 16x where to go, eat & stay
Where can you go in November that doesn't require too much traveling but is still warm and sunny? According to many 'Best places to go in November' lists that I find online, I should visit Seville in Spain. Unfortunately even a minimum chance of rain still means it...
Best things to do in Seville: 16x where to go, eat & stay
Where can you go in November that doesn't require too much traveling but is still warm and sunny? According to many 'Best places to go in November' lists that I find online, I should visit Seville in Spain. Unfortunately even a minimum chance of rain still means it could rain, and I end up exploring Seville in the pouring rain. But rain or no rain, this city has a lot to offer. Whether you're a history buff, a foodie, or simply looking to soak up the lively atmosphere. So no matter what time...
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Classy afternoon tea at The Lanesborough
Is there such a thing as too many afternoon teas? This weekend I had two! On Saturday, Selena of Oh, the places we will go managed to get 20 London bloggers in the same room for an afternoon tea at the Mercer Street Hotel in Covent Garden. It was so nice to finally...
Looking for Diagon Alley at Leadenhall Market
I don't remember seeing so many beer drinking city workers in the movie, but this is the place that was Harry Potter's access route to Diagon Alley in the Philosopher's Stone movie. See that blue door? What is an optician today, was the Leaky Cauldron pub in the movie...
Geffrye Museum’s Autumn Garden
After I finished the delicious cinnamon bun at the Fabrique Bakery, I made my way to the Geffrye Museum next door. I'd heard about the museum, but actually didn't know what to expect. Imagine my surprise when I walked into this lovely garden. What a hidden gem! The...
A sweet taste of Sweden at Fabrique Bakery
Not sure why, but for some reason every time I get my hair done it starts to rain as soon as I walk out the door. Bye bye trendy haircut. Today was no exception unfortunately, so I quickly had to decide where to go in the Shoreditch area (if you want a trendy haircut,...
(Afternoon) Tea for Two at The Ampersand
One aspect of becoming a Londoner that shouldn't be taken lightly, is practicing the fine art of afternoon tea. Not high tea...Afternoon tea (there is a difference you know). I'd been to The Ampersand hotel in South Kensington on a Sunday afternoon twice, but never...
Say Cheese! (and Wine)
Coming from the land of 'cheese heads', it shouldn't come as a big surprise that I love (love!) cheese. I could eat it all the time (actually I do). I'm happy to follow any food expert's advise on how to eat more healthy, as long as they don't touch my cheese. This...
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