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    A Food Lover’s Guide To Jamaica

    Jamaica is internationally known for its rhythmic music, lovely beaches, and historic sugar plantations. However, the distinctive flavours of its food are unmistakable and sometimes overlooked when people consider the popular holiday destination. You can travel to Jamaica using all key airports in the UK, parking can be expensive third party so make sure you head to their official sites if you wish to park; Gatwick airport parking, Heathrow airport parking and Stansted airport parking. Here are some examples of the types of foods native to Jamaica, things that make their cuisine unique, and tips on making one’s culinary tour of the island safer. Raw Ingredients Of Jamaican Food Jamaican…

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    An Architecture Geek’s Guide to Exploring Tenerife

    When I go away on holiday, there’s nothing I like to do more than to check out the architecture of the destination I’m in. Doing so, I think, is a great way to get under the skin of the place you’re staying in. In fact, I’ve got no shame in saying that I’m a bit of an architecture geek, even though I’m not actually an architect. If you’re like me, you should think about taking a trip to Tenerife; it’s a fantastic place to explore! Admittedly, wandering around Tenerife’s historic buildings may not be at the top of everybody’s list of things to do once their flight to the island…

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    First Time Backpacker’s Guide to Suburban Melbourne

    As a backpacker visiting the cultural, artistic and foodie haven that is Melbourne for the very first time, you are in for a treat. Unlike a certain harbour city rival further up north, Melbourne is not so much known for its world-famous sights and big name attractions – though it certainly has its fair share of those, thank you very much – but rather is best attuned for the range of experiences it offers to the discerning visitor. From food, to art, to walks through nature, Melbourne is ripe for exploration and full of experiences to indulge in and savour. It’s not regarded the world’s most liveable city for nothing!…

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    An Essential Shopping Guide to New York City

    There’s nothing quite like shopping in New York. If you’ve ever done it, you’ll know what I mean; if not, you’re in for a serious treat. From world-famous icons to tiny, nigh-on impossible to find independent stores, the city has it all – it really does feel like a limitless playground for shopaholics. If you’re considering going on a spending spree in the Big Apple soon – whether it’s a long weekend with the girls or a family affair – make sure you read my guide to the city’s stores before you jet off. As a quick tip, I think if you’re planning on splashing out in the shops you…

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    Spring is in the Air!

    I don’t think I need to remind you how much I hate winter… but if I do, check this out as a refresher on my whiney feelings about this evil death season. Every year it seems to last longer than the one before it, regardless of what the scientists and ‘experts’ say about climate change all that stuff. Maybe it’s because I’m getting grumpier in my old age, but even the fond memories I had as a wee lass enjoying a good frolic in the snow seems to be replaced by a seasonal scowl. Just because I’m Canadian doesn’t mean I have to like the snow! Oh wait, it does?…