Bespoke Atlas (2024)

01/05/2024

📍📆 There’s no shortage of fantastic places to visit in the month of May. With either Summer or Winter knocking on the door (depending on your hemisphere), the accompanying crowds and extreme temperatures are yet to arrive. Here are our top destinations for May travel!👇️ ⁠
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🇫🇷 Paris, France⁠
Paris in the Spring, what’s not to love? The sun is shining and flowers are in bloom. Allow time in your itinerary for enjoying the city’s many green spaces, such as the Jardin du Luxembourg. For sports fans, attending the French Open is a must!⁠
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🇦🇺 Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, NT, Australia⁠
Considered the heart of Australia’s ‘Red Centre’, Uluru and Kata Tjuta are two iconic natural and culturally-significant landmarks, and is home of the Anangu, the Traditional Owners of this land. May marks the start of the dry season, with much more pleasant temperatures than sweltering Summer. ⁠
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🇯🇵 Osaka, Japan⁠
⁠May is a sweet spot for visiting the neon city of Osaka - the cherry blossom crowds have cleared out, and the oppressive summer humidity is yet to set in. Take a nighttime stroll in Dotonbori, and visit the Cup Noodle Museum during the day!
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🇺🇸 Bar Harbor, Maine, USA⁠
Late Spring or ‘early Summer’ is a prime time to visit charming Bar Harbor. As the weather warms, the town’s bustling seasonal businesses reopen and more activities are available. The adjacent Acadia National Park opens many of its facilities for the season (just be sure to book your entrance pass ahead of time). ⁠
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🇳🇿 Sydney, NSW, Australia⁠
Mark your calendars for the start of , a premier festival of light, creativity, music and food. The festival runs May 24 - June 15 (2024 dates). ⁠
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🇲🇹 Valletta, Malta⁠
Take a trip to Malta’s capital before the summer crowds arrive. Valletta offers a rich culture and history, alongside sea and sun. Some great day trips include Mdina and Gozo. ⁠
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🇺🇸 Arches National Park, Utah, USA⁠
The park is in its ‘Summer’ hours, offering longer open hours to visit. Arches is home to over 2,000 natural stone arches and pinnacles, so you’ll want to maximise every minute! Don’t forget to reserve your entry pass!⁠
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28/04/2024

📍🇻🇦 Did you know that Vatican City is the smallest country in the world? While it might be tiny in population and land size - it’s roughly one-eighth the size of New York’s Central Park - it is certainly worthy of a place on your travel bucket list.⁠
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Here are a few other quirky facts about Vatican City: ⁠
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🇮🇹 It’s completely encircled by Rome and it shares a two-mile border with Italy. ⁠
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👛 It is an independent city-state with its own flag, anthem, mint (producing Euros) and stamps, and it issues its own passports and license plates. ⁠
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🧮 Residents of Vatican City don’t pay taxes. The Vatican’s revenue is generated by its Museum fees, souvenir sales and other contributions. ⁠
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⏳️ The huge Egyptian obelisk in St Peter’s Square dates back over 3,000 years. It arrived in its current location in 1586. ⁠
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🕐️ The 350-tonne obelisk is not merely for display. It is also an enormous sundial. ⁠
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🔭 The Vatican Observatory owns a research telescope that is located atop Mount Graham in Arizona in the USA. ⁠
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⛪️ It is home to the world’s tallest dome. The dome of St Peter’s Basilica reaches 136.5 metres. ⁠
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📸 Captured November, 2021⁠
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21/04/2024

📍🌏 Earth Day reminds us to pause and consider the ways we can make our travel more environmentally friendly and lessen our carbon footprint. Even small, incremental shifts can add up to a huge cumulative impact. Below are some of our top tips. Share your go-to tips in the comments - we’d love to hear them!👇⁠
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✈️ Book a direct flight whenever possible. Most of the carbon emissions from flights occur during takeoff and landing.⁠
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🤿 Hands off! Be sure to not touch the marine life or step on any coral when snorkelling or scuba diving, as it can negatively impact the fragile reef ecosystem. ⁠
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🧴 Look for a reef-safe sunscreen. Check for chemical ingredients that can be harmful to marine life, like Oxybenzone and Octinoxate. Some beaches have even started banning use of sunscreens with these ingredients from their marine sanctuaries! ⁠
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🏨 Opt out of daily housekeeping services where you stay. This reduces the excessive use of cleaning products, washing of linens and electricity for appliances like the vacuum cleaner. And when you head out for the day, remember to switch off the lights, TV and air conditioner/heater. ⁠
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💧 Carry a reusable water bottle or container and refill it with filtered water on the go (or tap water - just check it’s safe to drink before taking a sip!). Bonus: with more airports and cities installing filtered water dispensers, it’s also a sneaky money saver in places where bottled water is sold at a premium. ⁠
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🛍 Shop locally-made goods rather than buying something imported, as that comes with a larger carbon footprint. Plus, it’s way more fun to support local businesses and artisans! ⁠
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⁠📌 Kaktovik, Alaska, USA⁠
📸 Captured August, 2018⁠
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02/04/2024

📍📆 There’s so much to love about April travel! For destinations that are typically popular in summer or winter, April falls in a ‘shoulder season’ when the weather is still pleasant enough to enjoy the outdoors (it’s the heart of Spring or Autumn, after all!). In the USA and Europe, April can also mean fewer crowds and lower stay prices. Here are our top picks for April travel!👇️ ⁠

🇳🇿 Queenstown, New Zealand
Known as NZ’s adventure capital, the crisp Autumn days mean mountain biking, luge rides, paragliding, jet boating and more! Enjoy the city’s world-class galleries, retail, spa and food scenes. And don’t miss the Queenstown Gardens!

🇯🇵 Kanazawa, Japan⁠
This underrated port city is full of modern charm mixed with deep tradition. Kanazawa is home to one of the best examples of a Japanese Garden, the iconic Kenrokuen Garden. And you can expect plenty of blossom trees to be blooming at this time, too!⁠

🇺🇸 Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
Pool party season begins in April, so pack accordingly if that’s your thing! Venture beyond the Strip to discover Vegas’ street art (Seven Magic Mountains shown here!), and visit the and .

🇮🇹 Verona, Italy
Compact and outrageously charming, Verona is an ideal city to explore on foot in the mild Spring weather. Join a walking tour to discover the best of the historical city centre.

🇨🇴 Cartagena, Colombia
With mostly sunny days in April (the heavier rains start in May), you can get your fix of sunshine, culture, history, art and delicious cuisine all within this vibrant city perched on the Caribbean!

🇦🇺 Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park, Victoria, Australia⁠
Besides the scenic seasonal colours and cooler weather for hiking, April is also a prime time of year for sampling regional produce. Known for its wines, artisanal produce and farm-to-table style dining, the Grampians caters to every traveller.
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🇨🇿 Prague, Czechia
April marks the moment that much of the city resumes its ‘summer’ operating hours. Farmers markets, parks and gardens open up, and Spring festivals take place across the city, too! (PS. Look for the cherry blossom and magnolia trees. 🌸)

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27/03/2024

📍🇯🇵 Mini Guide: Naoshima Island, Japan👇️⁠ (Save this post for later!)⁠
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🎃 Admire the iconic yellow and red pumpkins by . ⁠
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🖼 Visit several of the island’s museums, known for both their world-class collections, along with works from up-and-coming artists (Chichu Art Museum and Gardens was a favourite). ⁠
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🛁 Relax at the Naoshima Bath “I♥Yu” public bathhouse, that also doubles as an art installation site. ⁠
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🎨 Pick up a map of the island’s outdoor art to discover unique sculptures and installations. ⁠
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🌲 Get out in nature and take in the spectacular scenery on the island. ⁠
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🏘 Check out the Art House Project, a project that fuses art, architecture and urban revitalisation. ⁠
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🌊 Enjoy the sweeping vistas of the Seto Inland Sea.⁠
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🛍 House Museum store for art-inspired gifts and products. ⁠
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EAT & DRINK // ⁠
🍱 ’s Museum Restaurant Issen for refined, seasonal Japanese cuisine. ⁠
🌱 for yummy vegan dishes. ⁠
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🍨 for refreshing artisan gelato that uses seasonal ingredients. ⁠
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✨ The easiest ways to get around the island are by rental bike (go electric for those hills!) or public bus. ⁠
✨ Many sites and facilities are closed on Mondays, so check what’s open in advance so you don’t miss out!⁠
✨ Pack snacks as there are very few supermarkets or convenience stores on the island, and restaurant hours can be limited. ⁠
✨ To minimise the amount of luggage you ferry across to the island, there are luggage lockers available at Uno Port train station (they fit small-to-medium bags and cases, but not large ones!). ⁠
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📸 Captured March, 2023⁠
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14/03/2024

📍🇯🇵 Photo diary from Kanazawa! Swipe 👉️⁠
Kanazawa doesn’t typically make the cut for first-time visitors to Japan, largely because it lies on the country’s less-visited western coast. But here’s why we think you should add it to your Japan itinerary:⁠
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🏯 The Edo period history and architecture is extremely well-preserved, so the city feels steeped in tradition. ⁠
🎎 Its Geisha and Samurai districts are authentic and wonderful. ⁠
🌳 Kanazawa is home to one of the best examples of a Japanese Garden, the iconic Kenrokuen Garden. And there’s plenty of blossom trees, too!⁠
🦞 It’s known for its exceptional seafood (you’ll find a lot of it at the Omicho Market!)⁠.⁠
🖼️ If you’re an art lover, the city has multiple museums and celebrates both national and local handicrafts (the was a favourite!). ⁠
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📸 Captured April, 2023⁠
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08/03/2024

📍🇸🇮 A castle that’s built into the side of a cliff - where do we sign up?! Predjama Castle in Slovenia is the world’s largest ‘cave castle’, and is riddled with a network of secret tunnels. Today, the castle is home to a museum. From June-August you can join a tour to explore the Postojna Caves below the castle, part of a larger network of caves and home to a huge colony of bats. ⁠
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Have you visited Slovenia yet? Tag who you’d want to visit with! 👇️⁠
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📸 Captured July, 2018⁠
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07/03/2024

📍🇷🇴 Mini Guide: Bucharest, Romania!👇️⁠ (Save this post for later!)⁠
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🏙️ Explore the Old Town (‘Lipscani’), where centuries-old churches and grand buildings live alongside new bars and clubs. Don’t miss the ornate Stavropoleos Monastery! ⁠
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🌳 Stroll through the peaceful Cișmigiu Park. The gardens are especially beautiful during Spring and Autumn! ⁠
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🚣 Rent a row boat to explore the lake within Cișmigiu Park. ⁠
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🎼 Catch a concert at the stunning Romanian Athenaeum, with its frescoed walls and gilded-dome ceiling. ⁠
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🏢 Tour the enormous Palace of Parliament. The history and architectural details of the building are mind boggling - it’s the heaviest building in the world, after all! ⁠
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💛 Wander through the charming Pasajul Macca-Vilacrosse arcade, built in 1891. ⁠
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🏛️ Visit the National History Museum of Romania, home to a wealth of timeless artifacts, treasures and the crown jewels! ⁠
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🚶 Walk Calea Victoriei, Bucharest’s main avenue, and take in the grandeur and monuments at Revolution Square. ⁠
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🖼️ Discover the works on display at the National Museum of Art of Romania. Fun fact: this building was once a palace! ⁠
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📚️ bookstore for a wide-ranging selection of books and gifts, and just to enjoy the lovely bright interior! ⁠
🛍️ Calea Victoriei for a large concentration of designer stores. ⁠
🍎 ⁠.bucuresti farmers market for fresh produce, regional deli specialities, flowers, small gifts and souvenirs. ⁠
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🥘 for innovative twists on traditional Romanian dishes. ⁠
🍲 for authentic, home-cooked Romanian cuisine. ⁠
🌱 for a vegan take on classic Romanian fare (the cabbage rolls are a must!). ⁠
🍦⁠ for the freshest artisanal gelato.⁠
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📸 Captured September - October, 2021⁠
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03/03/2024

📍🇺🇸⁠ Five must-see lighthouses in Maine (list below👇️)! ⁠New England’s rugged coastline means one thing: lighthouses. Maine is home to around 57 of these tall beauties! A few of Maine’s lighthouses might look familiar - the Portland Head Light, built in 1791, is the most photographed lighthouse in the USA. It’s also one of the most photographed in the world! ⁠
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📸 Featured here (save for your future Maine road trip!): ⁠
📌 Portland Head Light⁠ (also called the Cape Elizabeth Lighthouse)⁠
📌 Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse
📌 Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse
📌 Bass Harbor Head Light Station
📌 Bug Light (also called Portland Breakwater Light)⁠
📌 Portland Head Light⁠
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28/02/2024

📍📆 Gearing up for a March getaway? Whether you’re ready to welcome Spring or Autumn at your spot in the world, there are countless destination options to suit your travel preferences. Here are our top picks for March travel - which destination is at the top of your list?👇️ ⁠
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🇯🇵 Kyoto, Japan⁠
It’s the peak of the cherry blossom season! Although the city will be busy with domestic and foreign visitors alike, there’s nothing like seeing this former ancient capital awash with pink Sakura! Don’t miss strolling under the blossoms along the Philosopher’s Path!⁠
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🇵🇦 Panama City, Panama⁠
March falls within the dry season in Panama. Sunny days allow for plenty of time to explore the Old Town and surrounding neighbourhoods. Since it can still be a busy time for visitors, it’s best to book ahead! ⁠
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🇲🇦 Casablanca, Morocco⁠
The country’s largest city, Casablanca’s variety of experiences and sites are often underrated. Visiting in March provides a unique opportunity to learn about and experience one of the most important holidays of the year, Ramadan (expected dates are March 10 - April 9). ⁠
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🇺🇸 Portland, Oregon, USA⁠
The start of Spring brings bright blooms, festivals and sports! Wander the cherry blossoms along Tom McCall Waterfront Park, sample local homebrews at , stroll the , or catch a or game. ⁠
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🇪🇸 Madrid, Spain⁠
March may not offer the sunny Spain vacay you’ve imagined, but it’s a far less busy time to explore the city. Expect museums, markets and the Royal Palace to be less packed than in the peak months of summer. Be sure to plan carefully if you’re there over Easter, as some small businesses and restaurants can close during this holiday!⁠
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🇦🇺 Ballarat, Victoria, Australia⁠
Check out the . This premier event showcases over 500 varieties of Begonia, as well as live music, markets, local food and more. ⁠
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🇺🇸 Savannah, Georgia, USA⁠
⁠This charming city comes into its own when its public parks and squares are bursting with thousands of blooming azaleas. The gorgeous Forsyth Park also hosts a farmers market on Saturdays. ⁠
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23/02/2024

📍🛌 Stay Spotlight: Hotel Stein, Salzburg, Austria!👇️⁠
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You’ll find Salzburg’s legendary Hotel Stein on a site that was home to an Inn that dates back to 1399! While this hotel is steeped in storied history, underwent a vibrant, modern update and reopened its doors in 2018. Today, it’s a luxury oasis that’s perfectly situated for exploring the best of Salzburg’s treasures. ⁠
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Some of the design highlights throughout the hotel include distinctive chandeliers, light installations and fixtures, all by Venetian glassmaker, . There’s also mural-sized photography by Luigi Caputo, alongside works from other artists throughout. In the lobby, you’ll find beautiful terrazzo floors, along with the hotel’s boutique where you can purchase unique gifts (for others or for yourself!).⁠
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✨️ Bonus: the hotel’s rooftop terrace offers some of the best views in the city! Swipe to the end to see! 👉️⁠
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📸 Captured December, 2023⁠
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22/02/2024

📍🇩🇪 Postcards from Munich! As Germany’s third-largest city, Munich is home to over 1.5 million people. This vibrant city is also considered one of the country’s cultural capitals. Here are a few fun facts about Munich: ⁠
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🧭 It’s the southern-most state capital in Germany, but it is located further North than any major US city! ⁠
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🏄️ You can go ‘river surfing’ on the Eisbach (Isar) River (seriously, river surfing is a big deal here!). ⁠
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🍺 It’s considered the beer capital of the world and is home to many centuries-old, famous breweries (we’re looking at you, !). Prost! ⁠
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📆 The city hosts the world’s largest beer festival, Oktoberfest. But, did you know that Oktoberfest actually starts in September and ends the first weekend in October? That’s because the weather is generally better in September! ⁠
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🚆 The city’s underground rail system (Munich U-Bahn) was built ahead of the 1972 Olympic Games. ⁠
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⛪️ No building in the centre of Munich is permitted to be taller than the almost 100-metre-tall Frauenkirche (the two-tower cathedral seen in the first photo).⁠
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✨ Is Munich on your travel bucket list? ⁠✨
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📸 Captured December, 2023⁠
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30/01/2024

📍📆 What do your February travel plans look like? If you’re still wondering where your wanderlust might take you, here are our top destination ideas to get you started!👇️ ⁠
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🇮🇹 Venice, Italy⁠
Let’s get festive! Carnival takes over the city with vibrant parades, masquerade balls, regatta boat races and a whole lot of other fun! Despite the bright festivities, it’s still Winter, so be sure to pack plenty of layers. ⁠
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🇺🇸 San Francisco, California, USA⁠
Celebrate the Lunar New Year in the USA’s oldest and most vibrant Chinatown. The Chinese New Year Festival and Parade () is a month-long celebration, including the largest parade celebrating the Lunar New Year outside of Asia - don’t miss it!⁠
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🇺🇸 Death Valley National Park, California, USA⁠
With sunny (but not hot) days, February is a fantastic time to visit the park before the Spring Break crowds descend on the largest national park in the lower 48. ⁠
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🇨🇴 Medellin, Colombia⁠
The temperate climate of Medellin makes it a great destination to visit most months of the year. What we love about February is that it’s on the cusp of Colombia’s ‘dry’ season - so not too many rainy days, but less tourists than January (one of the most popular months to visit). Don’t miss riding the city’s cable cars!⁠
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🇪🇸 Seville, Spain⁠
One of the warmest cities within Europe during this time of year, Seville is a great option for a sunny getaway. Flamenco shows and tapas bar-hopping are a must!⁠
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🇦🇺 Eyre Peninsula, South Australia, Australia⁠
⁠Known as Australia’s seafood frontier, the Eyre Peninsula is also exceptionally scenic. Its rugged coastline, pristine beaches and wandering wildlife make this a quintessential Aussie road trip. Skip the business of the summer holidays, and venture out in February once everyone else has returned to school and work. ⁠
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🇲🇹 Valletta, Malta⁠
While February might not be the time to visit if you’re after idyllic sunny days, it is a great time for enjoying Malta’s capital without the summer crowds. Valletta also hosts Carnival celebrations, so expect an impressive float parade, marching bands, costumes and more. ⁠
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28/01/2024

📍🇬🇷 Dreaming of summer in Greece? Us too! No matter your interests and trip preferences - be it ancient sites, modern neighbourhoods, sea or mountains - Greece offers something for every traveller. Share with the friend you know is dreaming of a trip to Greece!
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📸 Captured July, 2019

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22/01/2024

📍🇦🇺 Whether you’re visiting Melbourne (Naarm) for the first time or planning a return trip, here are 10 quintessential experiences we think are unmissable...
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🎈 Soar above the city in a hot air balloon (check out )!⁠
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🎨 Criss-cross the city’s laneways to discover hidden cafes, boutiques and plenty of street art.⁠
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🛶 Kayak or cruise the Yarra River!⁠
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🚉 Admire the grand dame, Flinders Street Station. ⁠
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🌳 Stroll through The Conservatory at Fitzroy Gardens. ⁠
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🏖️ Visit the brightly-adorned Brighton Beach Bathing Boxes. ⁠
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☕️ Grab a coffee and enjoy some people watching. ⁠
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🖼️ Check out the latest world-class exhibit at the . ⁠
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🤩 Take in the city and Yarra views from the outdoor concourse of Hamer Hall. ⁠
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🚃 Ride an iconic green and yellow tram (it’s free within the city centre)!⁠
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20/01/2024

📍🇲🇦 Marrakech moments! From bustling markets to tea ceremonies to ornate palaces, Marrakech offers a vibrant mix of experiences to suit just about every traveller. ⁠
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🗺️ When planning a Morocco trip, we recommend at least four days in Marrakech - and longer if you have the time! We love including Marrakech as part of a larger trip to Morocco, too, as the country has such a variety of cities and villages to explore. ⁠
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📆 Wondering when to visit? Both Spring (March - May) and Autumn (September - November) are especially popular times to travel to Marrakech, thanks to sunny days, with very few days of rain. The pleasant weather is ideal for shopping the souks, and exploring hidden gems in the city, such as the Secret Garden and Dar El Bacha Museum of Confluences.⁠
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Is Marrakech on your travel bucket list? Why not let us craft the perfect itinerary for you? Click the link in bio to get started!⁠
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📸 Captured October, 2022⁠
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15/01/2024

📍🇯🇵 Here’s why Kyoto should be on your travel bucket list!👇️⁠
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🏯 Kyoto is steeped in history! For over 1,000 years, it was the capital of Japan, and the residence of the Emperor. ⁠
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🌸 You can enjoy cherry blossoms in Spring or the changing colours of the maples in Autumn at the city’s parks, shrines and tree-lined streets. ⁠
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⛩️ There are over 2,000 temples and shrines to visit, including the iconic red torii gates of the Fushimi Inari Shrine. ⁠
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🎎 Kyoto is one of the most authentic cities in Japan when it comes to traditional entertainment, craftsmanship and art.⁠
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🌳 For centuries, Kyoto led the art of Japanese Garden design. The city remains filled with many spectacular traditional gardens. (The gardens at Tenryu-ji or the Silver Pavilion were our two favourites!)⁠
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🍵 It’s home to Gion, one of the most famous Geisha districts in Japan. Be sure to book a tea ceremony in advance! ⁠
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🚆 Kyoto makes for a great hub to visit other cities since it’s super well connected by rail, in particular. Okasa, Nara and Himeji are just three of the easily accessible cities you can visit as day trips from Kyoto. (Also, shout out to Kyoto Station for being worthy of a visit in its own right! Fantastic architecture, retail, food and exhibits!)⁠
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🏮 Kyoto hosts countless festivals and parades throughout the year, including the renowned Gion Matsuri (Gion Festival) in July. ⁠
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🍣 Kyoto is a food hotspot! Local delicacies are on show at Nishiki Market - Kyoto’s largest fresh food hub. Sample Kyoto-style ramen, sushi, tofu and other local favourites, such as pickles! ⁠
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Been to Kyoto? What else would you share as a reason to visit? ⁠Tell us in the comments!⁠
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📸 Captured April, 2023⁠
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07/01/2024

📍🇦🇺 How to spend a day in Kimba, South Australia! This quintessential Aussie town is situated ‘halfway across Australia’, within the Eyre Peninsula. ⁠
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⁠🎨 Admire the spectacular painted silos by artist, .⁠
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💞 Visit the eight (8) metre tall ‘Big Galah’. This roadside attraction pays homage to the galah, a noisy-but-pretty pink and grey cockatoo. ⁠
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👀 Look for more galahs within the local street art, including a painted mural and the ‘Iconic Native Species’ mosaic at the Memorial Gardens. ⁠
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🪶 Keep an eye out for the real deal - you’ll see galahs in the trees all over town, along with other native bird species also!⁠
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🗺️ Snap a photo at the ‘Halfway Across Australia’ sign (you’re halfway between Sydney and Perth, so say cheese 📸😁)!⁠
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🥾 Hike the Roora Reserve Nature Trail (6km round trip). Don’t miss the recycled steel wildlife sculptures along the way! At the top is Whites K**b Lookout, with 360 degree views (note, you can also drive to the lookout).⁠
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🛍️ Shop at , a space that celebrates and showcases the wares of local makers and creatives. On certain days, you’ll also find coffee and yummy treats onsite. ⁠
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☕️ Grab lunch at . Here you’ll find delicious savoury and sweet dishes, along with excellent coffee. Attached to the cafe is a retail store, with local goods that make great gifts, too!⁠
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🏞️ Kimba is an ideal gateway for visiting the Gawler Ranges. ⁠
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🍺 Stop in at for dinner and/or a cold bevvie! You’ll also find accommodation here too. ⁠
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🏠️ has two cozy homes for short-term rental. They’re super clean, comfortable and in fantastic locations!⁠
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We recognise the continuing connection that Traditional Owners have to these lands and waters. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging. ⁠
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📸 Captured February, 2022⁠
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04/01/2024

📍📆 Where to visit in January and why!👇️
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🇮🇸 Reykjavik, Iceland
Frosty temperatures call for countless geothermal pools, erupting geysers, cosy bakeries, and chasing the Northern Lights. If venturing out on a road trip (highly recommended!), check the weather forecast regularly, as conditions can change swiftly.

🇲🇦 Marrakech, Morocco
Expect sunny days (but not too hot), with very few days of rain. The pleasant weather is ideal for shopping the souks, and exploring hidden gems in the city, such as the Secret Garden and Museum of Confluences.

🇺🇸 Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
Beyond the renowned nightlife and entertainment, Las Vegas offers outdoor fun in the midst of the US winter. Hike or drive the scenic road at , or hit the slopes at , only 45 minutes from Las Vegas.

🇵🇦 Panama City, Panama
Typically the ‘dry season’ in Panama! We recommend allowing at least several days for exploring both the Old Town and newer sections of Panama City. Don’t miss seeing the Panama Canal, dubbed one of the ‘seven wonders of the modern world’.

🇮🇹 Florence, Italy
While it might be a little chilly and rainy, there’s also far fewer tourists. January is a great month to enjoy the city’s iconic sites and museums without having to battle the crowds.

🇦🇺 Melbourne (Naarm), Australia
Calling all sports fans! Between the and the ’s and women and men in action throughout the month, you’ll get your sports fix in January! Toasty summer days and daylight savings allow plenty of time to discover the city and its many green spaces, too.

🇦🇹 Salzburg, Austria
This magical winter wonderland celebrates the birthday of its most famous son, Mozart, with a series of concerts and events in January.

🇳🇱 Amsterdam, Netherlands
January’s long hours of darkness are ideal for the ! Along the festival route are 24 light artworks that brighten up the city nightly. See them via a street walking route or opt for a canal cruise. Purchase tickets online or at one of the festival information stands (until January 21st).

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