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  • France

    Fave Five: Restaurants in Paris

    September 13, 2020 /

    My favourite foodie places in Paris for honest, well-priced French food minus the Michelin stars and the tiny portions that normally come wi

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  • USA

    Old Town Cottonwood: A Day Trip in Arizona Wine Country

    September 13, 2020 /

    Old Town Cottonwood is the new Sedona. Set off for a day trip in this beautiful town filled with cafes, plenty of Arizona wine, and independent shops.

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  • Greece

    Cheap Eats in Athens

    September 13, 2020 /

    Foodie bargains in Athens featuring demi-god donuts, the spiciest ever falafel wrap, and breakfast bread guaranteed to cure your hangover.

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  • France

    Visiting Versailles: The ultimate guide for your first visit

    September 13, 2020 /

    A completely incomplete history of the palace (including swamps, tiny dick syndrome, and gypsy death curses) plus all of the best tips.

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  • Italy

    Shopping in Venice: The Best Independent and Venetian-run Shops

    September 12, 2020 /

    Swooping in to save you from buying mass produced garbage in Venice, and guiding you to the city's most unique independent artisans.

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  • Russia

    Visiting Catherine Palace

    September 12, 2020 /

    How to get to Catherine Palace from Saint Petersburg, including: navigating the Russian transport system, surprise pastries, and a history lesson.

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  • Italy

    Cheap Eats in Rome

    September 12, 2020 /

    Eating out in the eternal city doesn't have to break the bank. Here are my favourite spots for Roman delights at bargain prices.

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  • Italy

    The World’s Best Wine Bars: Evoe, Ortigia

    September 12, 2020 /

    Some insight into Sicily's rich wine history, and why you should drink it all at this gorgeous haven of Sicilian vino.

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  • Italy

    The Best Restaurants in Ortigia

    September 12, 2020 /

    My top picks for the very best eats (and lots of wine) on the magical little island of Ortigia.

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  • Italy

    The Best Authentic Restaurants in Venice

    September 12, 2020 /

    Seafood, traditional Venetian cuisine, enormous steaks, the best cake in the entire world, and a guaranteed hangover. What's not to love?

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