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Travel Scam Warning: Are You Making These Common Mistakes?
Travel scams can catch even experienced travellers off guard. From fake accommodation bookings and ticket scams to unauthorised taxis and clever street tricks, discover what to watch for, how to protect yourself and where to find the latest travel alerts. Plus, download my free travel safety checklist.
How to Plan a Multigenerational Family Holiday: 12 Practical Steps
Planning a multigenerational family holiday? Our practical 12-step guide covers accommodation, meals, packing, shared responsibilities and the simple system we use to organise our own large family getaways.
Buying an Apartment in Montenegro: Our Experience in Dobrota
We bought an off-plan apartment in Dobrota on Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor. Here’s our first-hand experience of finding, buying and fitting out the property, what we learnt along the way and our practical tips for Australians considering buying property in Montenegro.
Kotor Cable Car Guide: Is It Worth It & What to Expect?
After several visits to the Bay of Kotor, we finally took the cable car to Mount Lovćen. Here’s what we loved, what to expect and the practical details worth knowing before you go.
Tivat Airport to Kotor & Dobrota: Uber, Taxi, Bus or Car Hire?
Flying into Tivat Airport? Compare the best ways to reach Kotor and Dobrota, including taxis, private transfers, buses and car hire, plus what to know about Uber, summer traffic and airport arrival.
Dobrota vs Kotor Old Town: Why We Prefer Staying in Dobrota
Wondering whether to stay in Dobrota or Kotor Old Town? After several visits and stays in both, we prefer Dobrota for its waterfront, swimming, restaurants, relaxed atmosphere and easy access to Kotor.
Kotor & Dobrota Travel Guide: Best Things to Do Around the Bay
Experience the best of Kotor Old Town and Dobrota with our first-hand travel guide. Learn where to stay, what to see, where to eat and why Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor became one of our favourite destinations in the Balkans.
Braga Portugal: Bom Jesus do Monte Day Trip From Porto
Take an easy day trip from Porto to Braga and Bom Jesus do Monte. Our first-hand guide covers trains, the famous 573-step staircase, what to see, where we ate and practical tips for visiting independently.
Porto Travel Guide for Mature Travellers
Porto was even better the second time around. Over three nights, we explored Ribeira and Gaia, crossed the Luís I Bridge, discovered Porto’s markets and tiled buildings, enjoyed its food and Port wine, and returned to Braga and Bom Jesus do Monte. Here’s what made our stay work so well — and what I’d recommend for your visit.
One Night in Coimbra: What to See, Where to Stay & Why It’s Worth It
Discover why one night in Coimbra is worth adding to your Portugal itinerary, including what to see, where to stay, Fado, the university library tour and practical tips.
Lisbon Travel Guide: Is Portugal’s Capital Worth Visiting?
After two visits, I discovered why Lisbon is one of Europe’s most rewarding cities. Here’s what to see, where to eat, practical tips and lessons I learned.
The Roman Guy Rome Tour Review: Is It Worth It?
Is The Roman Guy worth booking in Rome? I joined a small-group tour of the Colosseum Underground and Arena Floor, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Here’s what the experience was really like, what I enjoyed most and whether I’d recommend it.
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