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Oban, the gateway to Na h-Eileanan an Iar, the Western Isles of Scotland
A beautiful town located on the Western coast of Scotland, Oban is a town with much to do before going on a boat to the Western Isles.
Daniel Bates
Jan 257 min read
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Seeing Santa Claus in Lapland with Santa Claus Trips
Our experience of seeing Santa Claus in Lapland, Finland with a package tour I booked up with Santa Claus Trips in the UK.
Daniel Bates
Dec 22, 202411 min read
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Checking out the Hollywood movie sites tour at Kualoa Ranch
One for the movie buffs, a tour I highly recommend on the island of O'ahu, Hawaii, is the Hollywood Movie Sites Tour at the Kualoa Ranch.
Daniel Bates
Oct 17, 20246 min read
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Day trips from London: Oxford
Looking for a day trip to do whilst in London, England. Check out the charming city of Oxford, with its universities & stunning architecture
Daniel Bates
Sep 24, 20249 min read
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The splendour of Versailles Palace
The second most visited site in France, Versailles Palace which is a must 'do' when visiting Paris. Here is my experience & what to expect.
Daniel Bates
Sep 16, 20248 min read
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Ideas for a long weekend visit to Fes, Morocco
A fantastic city to explore is Fes in Northern Morocco. Food, culture, historical sites, welcoming locals, this city should be checked out.
Daniel Bates
Sep 1, 20248 min read
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Bath & Wells: a gem in England’s crown
Looking for a relaxating city break in England. Then check out my recommendations for the city of Bath & nearby historic Wells.
Daniel Bates
Aug 28, 202410 min read
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What to do and see in Venice, Italy
Venice is one of the most visited cities in Italy, check out my blog on the top places to hit up and see why a visit here is a must.
Daniel Bates
Aug 13, 202419 min read
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Day trips from London: Dover
Looking for a day trip outside London? Then check out the town of historic Dover & its White Cliffs. Known as the Gateway to Britain.
Daniel Bates
Aug 5, 20249 min read
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Road-Tripping around Finnmark in Arctic Norway & the northernmost parts of Finnish Lapland
Check out the top places I did in Finnmark region of Norway & Utsjoki area of Finland. A top winter destination for Northern Light chasing.
Daniel Bates
Aug 2, 202418 min read
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Irish day outs: checking out the Guinness Storehouse
Ireland's number one tourist attraction (and brewery) is Guinness and has to be checked off when visiting Dublin.
Daniel Bates
Jul 24, 20247 min read
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Musing around the beautiful city of Chefchaouen
A fantastic day trip whilst in Northern Morocco is to see the beautiful sky blue buildings of Chefchaouen. Here are my musings.
Daniel Bates
Jul 10, 20246 min read
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Brewery tour: Killarney Brewing Company
Killarney Brewing Company, a great brewery tour to be done in County Kerry and is home to one of my all-time favourite lagers.
Daniel Bates
Jun 20, 20245 min read
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Great Wall of China - Danik's Gallery
Danik's gallery on his short hike on the Great Wall of China, north of Beijing, China
Daniel Bates
Jan 5, 20244 min read
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Exploring Riga like a local
Riga, the capital of Latvia is an all-year round destination which has to be checked out & a city very close to my heart.
Daniel Bates
Nov 29, 202334 min read
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Musings from Newfoundland
Newfoundland, Canada will always be in my heart. This island with all its beauty will always be on my favourite places of all time.
Daniel Bates
Sep 28, 202326 min read
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The perfect city break in Canada, Vancouver
Thinking of a trip to the city of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, then check out my guide on what to do and see in the region.
Daniel Bates
Sep 22, 202321 min read
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The must do and see's in San Francisco for first time visitors
Visiting San Francisco for the first time? Then check out my guide on the top things to see and do in this amazing Californian city.
Daniel Bates
Jul 4, 202314 min read
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What to do and see when in Seattle for one day
Only have a day in Seattle. Then follow my recommendations on what to see & do in this beautiful city in the Pacific North West.
Daniel Bates
Jul 4, 20236 min read
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First-time guide to the Island of Hawai'i
Thinking of heading to the Island in the near future for the first time. Check out my guide on what to do & see, stay and how to get about.
Daniel Bates
Jul 4, 202313 min read
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