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Travel, Australia, Blog, Travel Tips & Guides, Western Australia · September 17, 2023

Ultimate Guide to Yates Springtime Tulip Festival in Perth

Spring in Perth is a time of renewal and vibrant colours, and there's no better way to embrace the season's beauty than by visiting the Yates Springtime Tulip Festival. This annual festival is a must-visit during spring in Perth to enjoy the vibrant displays of native and exotic flora and tranquil ...

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Pohang Travel Guide: Things to do in Pohang (포항) - Hwanho Spacewalk

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

16 Best Things to Do in Pohang You Can’t Miss

Located on South Korea’s eastern coastline, Pohang is a vibrant city that blends natural beauty with cultural charm. From sandy beaches and scenic trails to historic sites and delicious local food, Pohang has something for every kind of traveller. This guide highlights the best things to do in ...

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Visiting the Canola Fields in York Western Australia. Take a day trip from Perth to PetTeet Park in York.

Travel Tips & Guides, Australia, Travel, Western Australia · August 22, 2023

Canola Fields in York: Day Trip from Perth

Nestled in the embrace of the Western Australian countryside, the quaint town of York beckons travellers seeking a serene escape from the urban bustle. Just a scenic 1.5-hour drive from Perth, York boasts not only a rich history but an enchanting allure of canola fields that come alive with vibrant ...

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Ganghwado Island (강화도) in South Korea - a day trip from Seoul.

Travel Tips & Guides, South Korea, Travel · August 14, 2023

20 Best Things to Do on Ganghwado Island

Ganghwa Island also called Ganghwado (강화도) is Korea's fifth largest island located a few hours away from Seoul. Ganghwa is a hidden gem away from the bustling Seoul that offers an ideal escape for those seeking to explore Korea's rich history, captivating landscapes, and unique attractions without ...

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Eunpyeong Hanok Village in Seoul South Korea. A must visit place in Seoul. Often overlooked by Bukchon Hanok Village in Seoul.

South Korea, Blog, Travel, Travel Tips & Guides · August 3, 2023

Must-See Place in Seoul: Eunpyeong Hanok Village

If you're visiting South Korea one place you can't miss on your trip is exploring Eunpyeong Hanok Village. With a long rich history, the Korean government has invested millions of dollars to order international tourism. Bukchon Hanok Village in Seoul is one of the most well-known villages on social ...

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🙇🏻‍♀️ Everything I've loved so far this month✨ A 🙇🏻‍♀️ Everything I've loved so far this month✨

A wrap-up of highlights, things and favourites that have helped June pass by. 

You’ll find all the links to products and resources in the carousel.💭 I’d love to know — what have been some of your June favourites?

💌 I also share a weekly Monday/Sunday newsletter where I dive deeper into the tips, resources, and small joys I’ve been discovering lately — you can sign up via the link in my bio.

📌 Swipe to see what’s featured this month.

#monthlyfavourites #japan 

🙇🏻‍♀️ My Mandarin studies have been moving at a slower pace lately, but I recently discovered a handy plug-in that's made self-study at home much easier.

 I usually aim for at least 30 minutes a day, but I'm currently working towards building that up to an hour daily.

The cooler weather has meant I've started using more of my regular skincare products on the go. 

🎧 It's been a busy month, so I've been listening to more podcasts while commuting, running errands, or pottering around the house. 

Here are a few podcasts I've particularly enjoyed recently.

💌 If you're into podcast recommendations, long-form articles, and other media favourites, I share them regularly in my Substack newsletter.

June saw a lot of my down time consumed by Asian dramas. Chinese dramas have also been helpful with practicing my reading and listening skills. 🤔

📚 Reading was a little slower this month, but I've been leaning into summery reads to balance out the colder weather. Carley Fortune has been one of my favourite authors lately, and my standout read was One Golden Summer from her Barry's Bay series. 

Has anyone watched the TV adaptation of Every Summer After on @primevideoaunz yet?

📖 Even with a slower reading month, I'm still on track to reach my goal of reading 60 books this year. 

I use @the.storygraph to track my stats, but I also love organising my book notes, reviews, and reading data in Notion. (You can find my reading template through the link in my bio.)

🍊 Winter has officially arrived in Western Australia, bringing with it some seasonal favourites. Mandarins have been a nice treat in the mornings. 

Cooler weather means bringing out the jum
📝 Part 10 of the media I consumed this week that s 📝 Part 10 of the media I consumed this week that sparked my curiosity 🙇🏻‍♀️

Here’s some media to help you be more intentional with your time — swap the doomscrolling for video essays and thoughtful articles that actually stay with you. 🌱

A roundup of what’s worth consuming when you want to learn something new and give your brain a little spark. ✨📚

💌 If this resonates, I share weekly recommendations (books, films, articles, podcasts + more) in my newsletter. You can sign up through the link in my bio.

💭 You can sign up for my newsletter to receive the full list of media featured here.

📝 Comment 'list' and I'll send you all the links for the media in this carousel.

#reading #whattoread #habits
Summer in Zurich looks a little like this… ✨🇨🇭 🗺️ Summer in Zurich looks a little like this… ✨🇨🇭

🗺️ Comment ‘GUIDE’ and I’ll send you my Zurich travel guide with over 50 map pins.

Zurich was the very first stop on my solo Europe trip, and it quickly became one of my favourite cities in Switzerland.

There’s something special about the way historic streets, crystal-clear water, and beautiful scenery all come together here.

I only spent a day and a half exploring, but it left a lasting impression. Some of my favourite moments were soaking up the views from Lindenhof, stumbling across colourful murals hidden inside a police station, and watching the white swans glide along the River Limmat at golden hour.

📍Tips for visiting Zurich, Switzerland

🚆 If you're exploring multiple cities or regions, consider the Swiss Travel Pass for unlimited train, bus, and boat travel.

💧 Bring a reusable water bottle and fill up at Zurich's public fountains — the water is fresh, clean, and completely safe to drink.

🥐 For budget-friendly meals, pick up food from Coop or Migros and enjoy a picnic by Lake Zurich.

☀️ Visiting in summer? Take a swim in the lake or river like the locals do — one of the best free experiences in the city.

🛍️ Many shops are closed on Sundays, so it's worth planning ahead.

🚉 Public transport is incredibly efficient and easy to navigate — the SBB Mobile app makes getting around simple.

📸 Shot on @samsung and edited with my Lightroom presets (linked in bio).

#switzerland #zurich #europe #bucketlist @visitzurich @myswitzerland @visiteurope @lightroom
Which one surprised you the most? Quietly reached Which one surprised you the most?

Quietly reached a new milestone this month — 68,000 of you 🥹🤍 It’s been more than five years since I started this little corner of the internet, growing it from 0 to 68k, and along the way, there have been plenty of lessons, mistakes, and experiences that have shaped my twenties.

Since there are quite a few new faces here, I thought I’d share a little behind the scenes.

What you see:
✈️ Lots of overseas trips & bucket list experiences
📸 Curated photos and videos
🌍 Moments that make life feel exciting

What you don’t see:
💻 A regular 9-to-5 job
💰 Saving and budgeting for the trips I take
📅 Annual leave requests and careful planning
📚 Evenings spent studying, editing, and replying to emails
🧺 Ordinary weekdays, laundry, errands, and quiet nights at home

Social media often captures the highlights, not the whole story. Comparison becomes a lot easier when we're comparing our everyday lives to someone else's highlight reel. Despite what my feed might suggest, I don’t travel full-time and do content creation on the side. Most years, I take one overseas trip that I've saved up for and planned carefully around work.

So if you've ever felt like you're falling behind because of what you see online, this is your reminder that there is so much happening behind the scenes that never makes it online.

#travel #europe #bucketlist
Part 3 of small habits that have helped me reduce Part 3 of small habits that have helped me reduce my screen time in my twenties📱✨

These aren't productivity hacks or rules to follow perfectly. They're simply small habits that have helped me become more present and a little more intentional with my time in my twenties.

💭 Found this helpful? Comment “list”, and I’ll send you my full guide of offline ideas, habits, and resources.

📌 You can explore more posts from the series over on my Substack & Instagram:

📽️ Media to consume instead of doomscrolling

📱 Apps I use to replace my scrolling addiction

🧠 Small habits that have helped me reclaim my attention span

#twenties #habits #europe
I almost skipped this place on my Switzerland trip I almost skipped this place on my Switzerland trip ✨

Out of all the places I visited in Switzerland, this tiny mountain village ended up being one of the biggest surprises.

It wasn’t originally part of my itinerary, but I decided to visit on a day trip from Grindelwald and quickly understood why so many people fall in love with it. Life moves at a slower pace here. Instead of busy streets and crowds, you'll find traditional wooden chalets overflowing with flowers, grazing cows, and sweeping views of the Jungfrau mountains.

With just around 100 residents, this peaceful alpine village has managed to preserve its original character. The loudest sound you'll hear is usually the gentle ringing of cowbells, making it feel like you've stepped into a postcard or a storybook.

If you're searching for a quieter side of Switzerland away from the crowds, this charming village deserves a place on your Europe bucket list.

📌 Tips for visiting: 
🚗 The village is completely car-free and can only be reached by public transport.

 🚠 Take the cable car from either Stechelberg or Mürren. 

🍃 You can easily combine a visit to Lauterbrunnen and Grindelwald.

 🏔️ For incredible mountain views, consider staying at Mountain Hostel and Pension Gimmelwald.

And if you haven't guessed it already…

📍Gimmelwald, Switzerland 🇨🇭

🗺️ Planning a trip to Switzerland? Comment 'GUIDE' and i'll send you my one-week Switzerland itinerary. 

📷 Photos edited on @lightroom - presets are linked on my profile.

#europe #travelphotography #bucketlist #switzerland @switzerland @visitswitzerland
🙇🏻‍♀️ Part 13 of media to read in your twenties ✨ 🙇🏻‍♀️ Part 13 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 #whattoread #articles
Have you heard of the oldest botanical garden in t Have you heard of the oldest botanical garden in the Netherlands?

At first glance, it feels like a peaceful escape filled with exotic plants, glasshouses and hidden pathways. But wander a little longer and you'll discover you're walking through centuries of scientific history.

Founded in 1590, this garden began as a hortus medicus (medical herb garden), created to support the education of medical students by providing access to plants used in pharmacology. Its establishment was closely tied to the founding of Leiden University in 1575, during a period of scientific and intellectual renewal across Europe.

More than four centuries later, it has grown into a living botanical museum filled with rare plants, flowers and trees from around the world. You'll find giant water lilies from South America, jade flowers from the Philippines, and one of the oldest ginkgo trees in the Netherlands, originally native to China 🌱

💡 Save this for your next Netherlands trip:

– Wander through lush glasshouses filled with tropical plants and rare species from across the globe.

– Visit the historic orangery and discover botanical collections that have been growing here for centuries.

– Follow one of the themed walking routes and learn the fascinating stories behind the garden's most famous plants.

– Take a quiet break amongst ponds, flowers and ancient trees in one of Leiden's most peaceful spots.

And the best part? It's located just a 15-minute walk from Leiden Central Station. This is📍 Hortus Botanicus Leiden in the #Netherlands.

🎟️ Adult tickets: €13.50

🕘 Open daily: Spring & Summer: 9am–6pm Autumn & Winter: 10am–5pm

💭 Would you visit this hidden gem?

📷 Photos taken on @sony A6400 and @tamronaus lens. Edited using my Lightroom presets (linked in bio).

#europe #travelphotography #bucketlist
A little glimpse of Perth after dark this winter ✨ A little glimpse of Perth after dark this winter ✨

Lightscape has returned to Kings Park, bringing glowing trails and immersive artworks to Perth's winter nights. 

This year's trail features more than 20 large-scale light installations, a mix of brand-new works and returning favourites, spread across a 1.8km walk through the gardens. There are also plenty of spots to stop for a hot chocolate, mulled wine or a snack along the way.

Swipe through for some highlights from the trail and let me know—which installation is your favourite? 🌙💫

📍Kings Park and Botanic Garden in #Perth

🗓️ Lightscape is running from 5 June to 26 July 2026

Thanks to @zakhaslebyadventures for the invite to @lightscapeau. 
#westernaustralia #travelphotography #winter @kingsparkandbotanicgarden

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