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Day Trip to Black Diamond Lake in Collie

Australia, Blog, Travel, Travel Tips & Guides, Western Australia · December 29, 2023

Day Trip to Black Diamond Lake in Collie – Is it Worth it?

If you're looking for an easy day trip from Perth in the summer head to Black Diamond Lake! Located about 2 hours from Perth CBD, Black Diamond Lake is a popular summer destination in Western Australia to escape the hot weather. You can either visit Black Diamond Lake as a day trip or extend your ...

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Best Things to do in Winter in South Korea.

Blog, South Korea, Travel, Travel Tips & Guides · December 28, 2023

20 Best Things to Do in Winter in Korea for an Unforgettable Trip

Winter in Korea is nothing short of magical. From snow-covered palaces in Seoul to sparkling ski resorts tucked away in the mountains, the season transforms the country into a dreamy wonderland. Whether you’re chasing snowy adventures, soaking in steaming hot springs, tasting seasonal street food, ...

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Best Places to Go Strawberry Picking in Perth Western Australia

Australia, Blog, Travel, Travel Tips & Guides, Western Australia · December 28, 2023

9 Best Places To Go Strawberry Picking in Perth

Whether you just want to enjoy the freshest strawberries or are looking for a fun day out in Perth - strawberry picking in Perth is the way to go. If you're in Perth and craving a berry-picking adventure, here are nine strawberry farms that promise a delightful day in the ...

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Best Cafes in Hongdae Seoul South Korea

Blog, South Korea, Travel, Travel Tips & Guides · December 27, 2023

20 Best Cafes in Hongdae You Can’t Miss

Found in the heart of Seoul, lies the vibrant neighbourhood of Hongdae. Known for its youthful and creative energy, it's a hub for students, musicians, artists, and young people. It's no surprise that this youthful district is home to a range of trendy and aesthetic cafes in Seoul. Whether ...

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Best parks to visit in Seoul South Korea

Blog, South Korea, Travel, Travel Tips & Guides · December 8, 2023

20 of the Best Parks in Seoul to Visit Worth Your Time

Seoul, the bustling capital of South Korea, isn't just a concrete jungle. Nestled within the cityscape are serene oases that offer a refreshing escape and a chance to reconnect with nature. Whether you're finding the best spot for a picnic or sunrise or you just want to stroll amidst gorgeous ...

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Best Apps in Korea for Traveling and Living Abroad

Blog, South Korea, Travel, Travel Tips & Guides · December 1, 2023

30 Best Apps in Korea for Traveling and Living Abroad

Exploring South Korea can be an exciting experience, but navigating its bustling cities, uncovering its hidden gems, and understanding the local culture can be daunting. Luckily, this article will be your best travel companion offering the best apps for travelling as a tourist or navigating life ...

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Best Winter Festivals in South Korea

Blog, South Korea, Travel, Travel Tips & Guides · November 29, 2023

20 Of The Best Winter Festivals in South Korea

As the cold temperature and frosty weather sweeps across South Korea, the country transforms into a haven of vibrant celebrations during the winter season. From enchanting light illumination festivals, and ice fishing festivals to adventure-packed ice festivals, you won't be disappointed with ...

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How To Take Photos Of Yourself as a Solo Traveller

Blog, Photography, Travel Tips & Guides · November 21, 2023

How To Take Photos Of Yourself as a Solo Traveller

The number one question I get asked on my Instagram is "how do you take photos of yourself as a solo traveller?" The answer is about 90% of the photos you see on my Instagram or blog are taken by me. Since starting my social platforms a lot require 'epic' photos and I've picked up a few helpful tips ...

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Places to visit in South Korea in Winter.

Blog, South Korea, Travel, Travel Tips & Guides · October 19, 2023

20 Best Places to Visit in Korea in Winter

Winter in Korea is a magical time when the landscape transforms into a picturesque wonderland. From snowy mountains to charming festivals, Korea offers a host of unforgettable experiences during the winter season. Here are 10 of the best places to visit in Korea in winter to add to your Korea travel ...

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Things to do at night in Seoul South Korea

Blog, South Korea, Travel, Travel Tips & Guides · October 8, 2023

15 Best Things To Do at Night in Seoul

Seoul, the bustling capital of South Korea, is a city that never sleeps. With its dazzling lights, bustling streets, and a wide range of activities, there's something for everyone to enjoy after the sun sets. Whether you're a night owl or wondering where to go in Seoul at night, here are the 15 top ...

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small ways I’m un-rotting my brain in my mid-twent small ways I’m un-rotting my brain in my mid-twenties 🧠 🌱

Lately, I’ve been more intentional about how I spend my time — especially in my mid-twenties, where being online can quietly take over your days.

These are a few small, realistic habits I’ve built into my routine that have helped me slow down, focus better, and feel a little more present, without turning it into a strict reset. I’ve also shared some of the resources that supported me along the way.

💭  Found this useful? Comment “list”, and I’ll send you my full list of habits to reduce brain rot. ✨

📌 extra information:

🙇🏻‍♀️ favourite places where I read my long-form content. 

🎧 favourite podcasts I’ve been listening to on @spotify. 

📝 a small habit that’s helping me build my vocabulary. You can download the notion template in the carousel (reading notion template) from my bio.

📚 reading stats are pulled from @the.storygraph  but for a more comprehensive overview, I use my reading notion template (linked in my bio).

#twenties #habits #europe #netherlands
Stuck on where to visit in Japan? 👇🏼 After hours Stuck on where to visit in Japan? 👇🏼

After hours of researching the best things to do in Japan in summer, these are the experiences I don’t regret — from hidden gems beyond the Golden Route to must-try local food spots. 

💭 Comment ‘guide’ and I’ll send you my 3-week Japan travel itinerary!

🗺️ What’s Inside:

✅ A detailed 3-week day-by-day itinerary (Kyushu, Kyoto & hidden gems)

✅ Pre-Japan checklist (SIM cards, JR Pass, transport, currency & more)

✅ 20+ apps & resources for navigation, booking & payments

✅ 100+ map pins with direct links to attractions, restaurants & scenic spots

✅ Insider tips + booking links to save time & money

📌 Extra Japan Travel Tips:

🗓️ Research the best season to visit — and check for festivals or events you’d like to experience. 

🍴 Make restaurant reservations in advance (especially for popular spots!).

🛍️ Create a shopping wishlist to save time & avoid impulse buys — or grab my Japan Shopping List Notion template.

🚅 Not driving? Check if the JR Pass is worth it for your route — it’s one of the best ways to get around efficiently.

#japan #asia #travelphotography #bucketlist
Would you visit Velaris, the City of Starlight in Would you visit Velaris, the City of Starlight in real life? 

🗺 Comment 'GUIDE' and I'll send you my free guide for visiting this viewpoint in Switzerland.

📍location in Europe at the end 

#velaris #acotar #europe #booklover #switzerland
Everything I’ve bought in Japan 🛍️🇯🇵 I’ve always Everything I’ve bought in Japan 🛍️🇯🇵

I’ve always found shopping in Japan quite overwhelming so for my fourth visit I made a shopping wishlist of items I wanted to get for myself and loved ones. Doing the research on items that were ‘worth’ buying and were to get them saved me a lot of time and money on this trip. 

💭 Comment ‘Japan’ and I’ll send you my full Japan shopping list template. 

💬 If you have any questions about the items feel free to ask below. 

📌 All products are mentioned in the carousel. 

#japan #shoppinghaul #japanshopping #asia
🙇🏻‍♀️ Part 7 of media to read in your twenties ✨ 🙇🏻‍♀️ Part 7 of media to read in your twenties ✨

Here’s your next round of long-form reads for navigating your twenties.

💌 Enjoyed this post? I share weekly media recommendations (books, films, articles, podcasts & more) in my newsletter—link in bio if you’d like to join.

💡 Want even more? Check out my full “media to consume instead of doom-scrolling” series on my profile.

💭 Want the links for these articles? Sign up for my newsletter for the full list of articles + essays featured here.

#twenties #articles #whattoread
I spent a month in Japan — and these are the place I spent a month in Japan — and these are the places I don’t regret visiting on my fourth trip. 🇯🇵

🗺️ Comment ‘guide’ and I’ll send you my 3-week Japan travel itinerary! 🗺️

Out of hundreds of photos, these are just a few of my favourite moments from travelling through Japan last summer. It was my fourth visit, this time venturing well beyond the Golden Route.

The quiet walking trails, slower mornings, and natural landscapes felt worlds away from the neon lights, skyscrapers, and crowds that many people imagine when they think of Japan. As incredible as Tokyo and Osaka are, stepping beyond them revealed a softer, more contemplative side of the country that I’ll always hold onto.

Visiting these lesser-travelled places last summer was a reminder that some of Japan’s most beautiful moments exist off the well-worn path.

💭 Have you visited any of these places in Japan?

📍Places in Japan featured in the carousel:

🏖️ The sandbar in Miyazu Bay, northern Kyoto Prefecture

⛩️ Kurama-dera — an easy day trip from Kyoto

✨ A charming canal town in Okayama Prefecture, known for its Edo-period merchant district 

🚞 The panoramic open-air train along the Takachiho Railway

🌿 Shirakawa-go — a UNESCO World Heritage village of traditional thatched farmhouses

🌊 The seaside village of Ine, in northern Kyoto Prefecture

📷 Photos edited using my Fujifilm Lightroom presets (linked in my bio) 

#japan #asia #asiatravel #travelphotography #bucketlist @lightroom @sonyaustralias @visitjapanau @visitjapanjp
New year goals and mindsets I’m carrying into this New year goals and mindsets I’m carrying into this year. 🙇🏻‍♀️🌱

These are a few gentle promises I’m making to myself — spanning personal, financial, and productivity habits as I navigate my mid-twenties.

If my twenties have taught me anything, it’s that goals need intention. Not a “I’ll do it later” mindset, but one that still knows how to appreciate the present while planning for the future.

💭 Enjoyed this post? Comment “list”, and I’ll send you my full list of New Year's goals and habits.

💬 What are you hoping to prioritise this year?

#newyear #habits #twenties #Japan
cosy rituals I’ve been leaning into this month 🐚✨️ cosy rituals I’ve been leaning into this month 🐚✨️🙇🏻‍♀️📚

Since you’ve been enjoying my monthly favourites here and on Substack, this is a little sneak peek into my January so far — the small rituals, slow moments, and a few things that have made summer feel extra comforting.

💭 What have you been enjoying so far this January?

📌 extra information about products featured: 

📖 My latest read is The Wedding People by Alison Espoch. I'm hoping to read at least 50 books this year.

📽 All my latest media recommendations (TV shows, films and books) is linked in my substack pages. 

📚 Ereader is from @kobobooks

📝 journal is from @mujiaus 

#australia #monthlyfavourites #dayinmylife
📱 Apps I’ve been using to make life a little easie 📱 Apps I’ve been using to make life a little easier and more mindful.🙇🏻‍♀️

These are tools that help me focus, stay organised, and enjoy the small moments this year. 

👉🏻 Swipe through to see my current favourites — maybe you’ll find one to try too.

💭 Do you have any app recommendations?

📌 apps to download for 2026: 

📚 Best app for reading free books, magazines and listening to audiobooks. 

💻  App to organise all your notes, tasks and lists in one place. I personally love using @notionhq for planning my trips, content, and my reading. I’ve got Notion templates you can download in my bio. 

📖 Handy reading tracking app for all your book stats and finding book recommendations. 

🧣 Plan and organise your entire wardrobe in a single app. 

💸 Manage your expenses between friends or family with this expense tracker app. 

📱 Can’t stop scrolling on your phone? Restrict your phone and/or app usage with @opalapp

#apps #productivity #newyear

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small ways I’m un-rotting my brain in my mid-twent small ways I’m un-rotting my brain in my mid-twenties 🧠 🌱

Lately, I’ve been more intentional about how I spend my time — especially in my mid-twenties, where being online can quietly take over your days.

These are a few small, realistic habits I’ve built into my routine that have helped me slow down, focus better, and feel a little more present, without turning it into a strict reset. I’ve also shared some of the resources that supported me along the way.

💭  Found this useful? Comment “list”, and I’ll send you my full list of habits to reduce brain rot. ✨

📌 extra information:

🙇🏻‍♀️ favourite places where I read my long-form content. 

🎧 favourite podcasts I’ve been listening to on @spotify. 

📝 a small habit that’s helping me build my vocabulary. You can download the notion template in the carousel (reading notion template) from my bio.

📚 reading stats are pulled from @the.storygraph  but for a more comprehensive overview, I use my reading notion template (linked in my bio).

#twenties #habits #europe #netherlands
Stuck on where to visit in Japan? 👇🏼 After hours Stuck on where to visit in Japan? 👇🏼

After hours of researching the best things to do in Japan in summer, these are the experiences I don’t regret — from hidden gems beyond the Golden Route to must-try local food spots. 

💭 Comment ‘guide’ and I’ll send you my 3-week Japan travel itinerary!

🗺️ What’s Inside:

✅ A detailed 3-week day-by-day itinerary (Kyushu, Kyoto & hidden gems)

✅ Pre-Japan checklist (SIM cards, JR Pass, transport, currency & more)

✅ 20+ apps & resources for navigation, booking & payments

✅ 100+ map pins with direct links to attractions, restaurants & scenic spots

✅ Insider tips + booking links to save time & money

📌 Extra Japan Travel Tips:

🗓️ Research the best season to visit — and check for festivals or events you’d like to experience. 

🍴 Make restaurant reservations in advance (especially for popular spots!).

🛍️ Create a shopping wishlist to save time & avoid impulse buys — or grab my Japan Shopping List Notion template.

🚅 Not driving? Check if the JR Pass is worth it for your route — it’s one of the best ways to get around efficiently.

#japan #asia #travelphotography #bucketlist
Would you visit Velaris, the City of Starlight in Would you visit Velaris, the City of Starlight in real life? 

🗺 Comment 'GUIDE' and I'll send you my free guide for visiting this viewpoint in Switzerland.

📍location in Europe at the end 

#velaris #acotar #europe #booklover #switzerland
Everything I’ve bought in Japan 🛍️🇯🇵 I’ve always Everything I’ve bought in Japan 🛍️🇯🇵

I’ve always found shopping in Japan quite overwhelming so for my fourth visit I made a shopping wishlist of items I wanted to get for myself and loved ones. Doing the research on items that were ‘worth’ buying and were to get them saved me a lot of time and money on this trip. 

💭 Comment ‘Japan’ and I’ll send you my full Japan shopping list template. 

💬 If you have any questions about the items feel free to ask below. 

📌 All products are mentioned in the carousel. 

#japan #shoppinghaul #japanshopping #asia
🙇🏻‍♀️ Part 7 of media to read in your twenties ✨ 🙇🏻‍♀️ Part 7 of media to read in your twenties ✨

Here’s your next round of long-form reads for navigating your twenties.

💌 Enjoyed this post? I share weekly media recommendations (books, films, articles, podcasts & more) in my newsletter—link in bio if you’d like to join.

💡 Want even more? Check out my full “media to consume instead of doom-scrolling” series on my profile.

💭 Want the links for these articles? Sign up for my newsletter for the full list of articles + essays featured here.

#twenties #articles #whattoread
I spent a month in Japan — and these are the place I spent a month in Japan — and these are the places I don’t regret visiting on my fourth trip. 🇯🇵

🗺️ Comment ‘guide’ and I’ll send you my 3-week Japan travel itinerary! 🗺️

Out of hundreds of photos, these are just a few of my favourite moments from travelling through Japan last summer. It was my fourth visit, this time venturing well beyond the Golden Route.

The quiet walking trails, slower mornings, and natural landscapes felt worlds away from the neon lights, skyscrapers, and crowds that many people imagine when they think of Japan. As incredible as Tokyo and Osaka are, stepping beyond them revealed a softer, more contemplative side of the country that I’ll always hold onto.

Visiting these lesser-travelled places last summer was a reminder that some of Japan’s most beautiful moments exist off the well-worn path.

💭 Have you visited any of these places in Japan?

📍Places in Japan featured in the carousel:

🏖️ The sandbar in Miyazu Bay, northern Kyoto Prefecture

⛩️ Kurama-dera — an easy day trip from Kyoto

✨ A charming canal town in Okayama Prefecture, known for its Edo-period merchant district 

🚞 The panoramic open-air train along the Takachiho Railway

🌿 Shirakawa-go — a UNESCO World Heritage village of traditional thatched farmhouses

🌊 The seaside village of Ine, in northern Kyoto Prefecture

📷 Photos edited using my Fujifilm Lightroom presets (linked in my bio) 

#japan #asia #asiatravel #travelphotography #bucketlist @lightroom @sonyaustralias @visitjapanau @visitjapanjp
New year goals and mindsets I’m carrying into this New year goals and mindsets I’m carrying into this year. 🙇🏻‍♀️🌱

These are a few gentle promises I’m making to myself — spanning personal, financial, and productivity habits as I navigate my mid-twenties.

If my twenties have taught me anything, it’s that goals need intention. Not a “I’ll do it later” mindset, but one that still knows how to appreciate the present while planning for the future.

💭 Enjoyed this post? Comment “list”, and I’ll send you my full list of New Year's goals and habits.

💬 What are you hoping to prioritise this year?

#newyear #habits #twenties #Japan
cosy rituals I’ve been leaning into this month 🐚✨️ cosy rituals I’ve been leaning into this month 🐚✨️🙇🏻‍♀️📚

Since you’ve been enjoying my monthly favourites here and on Substack, this is a little sneak peek into my January so far — the small rituals, slow moments, and a few things that have made summer feel extra comforting.

💭 What have you been enjoying so far this January?

📌 extra information about products featured: 

📖 My latest read is The Wedding People by Alison Espoch. I'm hoping to read at least 50 books this year.

📽 All my latest media recommendations (TV shows, films and books) is linked in my substack pages. 

📚 Ereader is from @kobobooks

📝 journal is from @mujiaus 

#australia #monthlyfavourites #dayinmylife
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