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Choosing the best New York City Pass for your trip

Helena Bradbury December 29, 2021

Should you buy a New York City Pass? Which is the best New York pass for you and your trip? Read my comparison and which pass I chose for my first trip to NYC.

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In North America Tags new york, new york city pass, nyc, usa
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View of Manhattan New York from the Top of the Rock

A First Timer’s Guide and New York trip itinerary

A First Timer's Guide and New York trip itinerary

Helena Bradbury August 17, 2021

Planning your first New York trip itinerary can be overwhelming with what to see and do, the best time to go and how to get around. This is a complete guide for first time visitors to New York City, with information on how to get to and from the airport, using the subway, food recommendations, top attractions, photo locations and the best way to see each neighbourhood. Start planning your trip now!

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In North America Tags new york, a week in new york, itinerary, NYC, city guide
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The coolest Airbnbs in Bend Oregon to suit your stay

The coolest Airbnbs in Bend, Oregon to suit your stay

Helena Bradbury February 28, 2021

The best Airbnbs in Bend Oregon to suit your travel style, travel group or trip itinerary. If you're looking for the ideal Bend vacation rentals, these are the best places to stay for your trip.

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The Portland bucket list: 40 unique things to do in Portland Oregon (by a local)

The Portland bucket list: 40 unique things to do in Portland Oregon (by a local)

Helena Bradbury December 11, 2020

Portland, Oregon is known for its alternative and quirky vibe. But if you’ve seen the main sights and Portland attractions and now you’re looking for non touristy things to do in Portland, then this Portland bucket list guide will help you find all the unique things to do in Portland Oregon.

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Samuel H Boardman viewpoint above the sea down the Oregon Coast

Oregon Coast Road Trip Guide

Oregon Coast Road Trip Guide

Helena Bradbury August 16, 2020

Thinking about taking an Oregon Coast road trip? The wild Pacific Northwest has many gems but the Oregon Coast 101 means the best way to see this beautiful coastline is to drive. In this road trip guide I give you my favourite things to see and do, beaches, breweries, hikes, State Parks and viewpoints to help you get the most out of your trip along the Oregon Coast.

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5 of the best one day trips from Portland, Oregon

5 of the best one day trips from Portland, Oregon

Helena Bradbury July 11, 2020

Oregon and the whole of the Pacific Northwest are known for their outstanding landscapes and natural beauty. Often road trips are a great way to explore the PNW at your own pace and to see a lot more of these off-the-beaten-path landscapes and hard-to-reach places. But if you’re only in the area for a short time, here are five beautiful day trips you can take from Portland, Oregon and discover why so many people love this beautiful part of the United States.

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How to get to the famous Oregon Coast View Point at Samuel H Boardman State Scenic Corridor | Helena Bradbury Travel Blogger | Oregon Coast Road Trip | Oregon Coast roadtrip guide | Southern Oregon coast | Oregon coast trail | weekend road trip from…

How to get to the famous Oregon Coast view point at Samuel H Boardman State Scenic Corridor

How to get to the famous Oregon Coast view point at Samuel H Boardman State Scenic Corridor

Helena Bradbury December 20, 2019

If you’re looking the for famous Oregon coast view point at Samuel H Boardman Scenic State Corridor, then this article will give you the details of where to find it, how to get there and how to stay safe. An Oregon Coast road trip is a perfect weekend getaway if you’re looking for things to do from Portland, Oregon.

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My favourite breweries in Miami and Ft Lauderdale

Helena Bradbury July 17, 2019

These are the five breweries in and around Miami and Ft Lauderdale which are a must-visit if you’re in the area. All are very different but have unique and interesting flagship and seasonal specials. Whether you’re an IPA fan, a lager lover or a saison sour drinker, these breweries will have something for you.

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In North America Tags beer, breweries, america, usa, drinks, miami, ft lauderdale
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How to get around New York City

A First Timer’s Guide

How to get around New York City: first timer's guide

Helena Bradbury June 28, 2019

The best way to get around New York City - tips for first tip visitors, how to get to and from JFK airport to Manhattan, whether you should take a taxi and how to use the subway, plus which Metrocard to buy.

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How to spend 48 hours in Vancouver, BC - Short on time? This handy 48 hour guide has got you covered! | 48 hours in Vancouver - Helena Bradbury | Canada British Columbia | Vancity | Travel Destinations | Photo | Photography | Vancouver hikes | Granv…

Your 48-hour guide to Vancouver

48 hours in Vancouver BC

Helena Bradbury January 13, 2019

48 hours in Vancouver BC, Canada will never be enough, but if you’re spending a short time in this beautiful BC city, here’s the perfect weekend in Vancouver itinerary to make sure you see a bit of everything Vancouver has to offer.

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10 DAY TRIPS FROM SPLIT

🇭🇷 Trogir
🇭🇷 Krka National Park
🇭🇷 Hvar
🇭🇷 Brač
🇭🇷 Korcula
🇭🇷 Klis Fortress 
🇭🇷 Mostar, Bosnia & Herzegovina
🇭🇷 Šibenik
🇭🇷 Winery in Kaštela
🇭🇷 Blue Lagoon and Šolta

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2 things you'll almost never see in Split during tourist season:

1. The Diocletian Palace this quiet at 3pm
2. A person wearing a woolly hat 

This was taken in March. If you prefer to avoid the crowds and don't mind cooler weather, Croatia is defin
"I'm moving here" - Me in every town in Croatia

I'd never heard of Sibenik before our road trip down the Croatia coast but it charmed the pants off me and I can't wait to go back!

If you're in Split, it's an easy 1 hour drive for a day tr
BEST THINGS TO DO IN ZADAR, CROATIA:

🌊 See the Sea Organ. Listen to the sounds of the water as current and sir flow through the steps to create music
☀️ See the light show at sunset at The Greeting to the Sun, a huge solar power monument powered by
Where's on your travel bucket list this summer?

I'd never spent much time in Germany before except in Berlin, but our 2 week road trip in March has convinced me to go back and see more of the country! I just can't get enough of the colourful half-ti
10 BEAUTIFUL GERMAN TOWNS TO VISIT 🇩🇪 

💛 Rothenburg ob der Tauber
💙 Idstein
❤️ Belstein
💜 Cochem
🧡 Esslingen
💚 Backarach
🤍 Miltenberg
💙 Tübingen
🖤 Freudenberg
🤎 Michelstadt

#germanytourism #germanytravel #loverot #europe_vactions #b
MY 2 WEEK SOUTHWEST GERMANY ROAD TRIP 🇩🇪 

2 days: Cologne
1 day: Bonn
2 days: Rhine Valley
3 days: Frankfurt and surrounds 
2 days: Black Forest
4 days: Munich and South Bavaria

Full blog post coming with all the stops along the way 🚗 

I honest
5 FUN FACTS ABOUT ROTHENBURG OB DER TAUBER 🇩🇪 

1. It has its own pastry called Schneeball which is cut offs of dough, shaped into a ball and fried then covered in chocolate or other toppings. We tried it bit the fried dough is pretty hard and hurt
I think I've found Hogwarts in Germany 🏰 

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