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Category: Rest of World

Bo-Kaap, Cape Town

Cape Town: a colourful city of contrast

28 August 2024 Pat Hindley Africa, Rest of World, South Africa

If I had to pick one word to describe Cape Town it would be contrast. The vibrant Victoria & Alfred[…]

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Shinkansen train, Himeji

Japan: 10 top tips for a perfect trip

21 August 2024 Pat Hindley Asia, Japan, Reviews & tips

Despite the language barrier it’s very possible to travel around Japan independently. But it’s a big place with an extensive[…]

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Temple of Apollo, Side

A beach escape with a Side of history

17 July 2024 Pat Hindley Asia, Rest of World, Turkey

I generally consider myself more of a traveller than a holidaymaker. So booking a beach trip is unusual for me,[…]

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Koyasan

Highlights of Japan’s stunning south

30 June 2024 Pat Hindley Asia, Favourites, Japan, Rest of World

Most trips to Japan start in its extraordinary capital, Tokyo. And for a first-time visitor, it’s not to be missed.[…]

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South Africa: tips and trip planning

17 June 2023 Pat Hindley Africa, Rest of World, Reviews & tips, South Africa

Thinking about a trip to South Africa but not sure if it’s safe, easy to get around, or if the[…]

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Uzbekistan: eight extraordinary experiences you’ll love

8 May 2023 Pat Hindley Asia, Favourites, Uzbekistan

If I had £10 for every time someone said “Where?” when I said I was going to Uzbekistan, it would[…]

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Samarkand: the jewel in Uzbekistan’s architectural crown

26 March 2023 Pat Hindley Asia, Uzbekistan

Travel tours often save the best for last and Samarkand is undoubtedly the crowning jewel in Uzbekistan’s architectural crown. My[…]

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Silk weaving in Bukhara

Bukhara: Silk Road history, culture and crafts

26 February 2023 Pat Hindley Asia, Uzbekistan

Each of Uzbekistan’s Silk Road cities was special but I think I liked Bukhara the most. Like Khiva and Samarkand,[…]

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Yellow Pumpkin, Naoshima

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