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I have a confession to make, which as a travel blogger is probably not ideal. I have the worst memory ever when it comes to…
With Toronto and Montreal often stealing the limelight from Ottawa, it can be a destination that gets missed off visitors’ itineraries. But, as I quickly…
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On a recent weekend break to Haworth in Yorkshire, UK, Mr A went off to do a photography course, while I explored the small village…
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I don’t think I’ve ever told the story of how Mr A and I met on this blog. That’s mainly because he likes to remain…
I met the lovely Lucy from Absolutely Lucy via Twitter and was immediately swept away by her enthusiasm for her upcoming trip (and, ok, I’ll…
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When I arrived at university at the age of 19 I was quickly given the nickname Sandra Dee by my new friends. Unfortunately it had…