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Joy to the World: Celebrating Christmas in London

The air is starting to feel a little more crisp here in London. Autumn came early and so has winter it seems. As the holiday season approaches, I cannot help but reminisce last year’s festivities. Christmas in Europe is already wonderful, but Christmas in…

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Festas Nossa Senhora: An Azorean Celebration

Hi everyone! This post in continuation of my full coverage of my trip to the Açores, the group of Portuguese islands in the middle of the Atlantic. Check out my other posts about the Açores here.  Portugal is quite a Catholic country and therefore they…

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London’s Own Bohemian Paradise: Exploring Fitzrovia

This post is part of my London Neighbourhood Guides series. Fancy visiting another area of London? Check out my other guides here, which all include information regarding the sights, history, charm, food and drinks of the area you’re curious about.  Fitzrovia may ring some…

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Ponta da Ferraria: A Hot Spring in the Atlantic

Hi everyone! This post in continuation of my full coverage of my trip to the Açores, the group of Portuguese islands in the middle of the Atlantic. Check out my other posts about the Açores here.  If you’ve been following my coverage of my visit…

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Azorean Artisans: Getting Crafty with Ceramics

Hi everyone! This post in continuation of my full coverage of my trip to the Açores, the group of Portuguese islands in the middle of the Atlantic. Check out my other posts about the Açores here.  The Açores has so much to offer. With its…

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Summertime in Gràcia: 200 Years of Street Decorations

I guess it would be strange to write about my time in Barcelona without mentioning the terrible tragedy that occurred there. Yes, Barcelona, my second home, was brutally attacked while I was visiting. In fact, I was just in Las Ramblas not too long…

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Finding Time: A Day in Greenwich

This post is part of my London Neighbourhood Guides series. Fancy visiting another area of London? Check out my other guides here, which all include information regarding the sights, history, charm, food and drinks of the area you’re curious about.  Having called London my…

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The Heart of Paris: Île de la Cité

Certainly on everyone’s list is this isle in the middle of the Seine. The Île de la Cité is the centre of Paris due to its historical and spiritual significance. It is accessible by several bridges along the Seine – London could definitely build some…

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Between Roman Ruins and Arab Influence: Welcome to Zaragoza

After spending a week exploring so many wonderful towns and landscapes in Catalunya, it was time to move further west. I headed out with Victor’s family to meet his extended family in their hometown: Zaragoza. This bustling city is the capital of Aragón. I…