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General, Maastricht, Netherlands, Travel

A weekend in Maastricht: All the sights and best places to explore

Maastricht is located close-by to the Netherlands, German border and with it only being an hours drive from our home city, Dusseldorf – It was the perfect weekend get away for us! The capital and largest city of the province of Limburg, Maastricht is one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands and is well-known for its medieval architecture, culture, tasty cuisine and pretty cobbled … Continue reading A weekend in Maastricht: All the sights and best places to explore

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Australia, Great Barrier Reef, Lady Musgrave Island, Travel

The Great Barrier Reef: My Lady Musgrave Island adventure

What a trip – If you’re planning to travel to Eastern Australia then this day trip is a must for you! From wandering the UNESCO beautiful shores of Lady Musgrave Island, to diving in the reef, turtle hunting in the glass bottom boat or just simply taking in the views on the top deck on the Lady Musgrave Experience, you’re bound to enjoy… Honestly an … Continue reading The Great Barrier Reef: My Lady Musgrave Island adventure

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Expat Living, Food + Recipes, Lifestyle

10 Best free cooking resources, recipes and ‘foodie’ social media accounts

If you’re like me (a real foodie) and embracing social distancing and 2020’s new normality of home cooking. But still need a little bit more inspiration to get you going in the kitchen, then I have a few recommendations to get you started! I’ve tried to include a real mix of culinary skills to be inclusive for all tastes… Some of the names I’ve included … Continue reading 10 Best free cooking resources, recipes and ‘foodie’ social media accounts

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General, Lifestyle, Travel

The ultimate travel packing list – The only checklist you’ll ever need

Packing wrongly can range from disastrous – e.g. you’re halfway to the airport without your passport, to inconvenient e.g. you forgot your sunglasses – either way you won’t be happy and most of these situations are easily preventable with a little preparation! I’ve created my ultimate packing list below, to help you pack well every time for any trip – from what to have in … Continue reading The ultimate travel packing list – The only checklist you’ll ever need

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Expat Living, Lifestyle

All of the best podcasts, and my favourites to listen to

Having only just started to listen to podcasts at the start of 2020, I was a complete newbie in the realms. However, I’ve definitely made waves and enjoyed various throughout the year and felt I should share my favourites! If you’re thinking of listening to one all I can say is do it! I find its a really nice way to break up my day … Continue reading All of the best podcasts, and my favourites to listen to

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Expat Living, Lifestyle

10 of the best TV series for ‘binge watching’

Are you (like me) stuck at home in lockdown? Most of the world is and even if you’re not, social distancing looks like it’s here to stay… With 2020’s global pandemic temporarily grinding the world to a halt (and currently no end in sight), we are all looking to other means in order to fill our time. I’m sure you’ve also watched a lot of … Continue reading 10 of the best TV series for ‘binge watching’

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Expat Living, General, Lifestyle, Travel

12 of the best travel films to cure your travel-bug during lockdown

Are you (like me) stuck at home in lockdown? Most of the world is and social distancing looks like it’s here to stay. With 2020’s global pandemic temporarily halting world travel (and currently no end in sight), we are all looking to other means in order to fill the big void created. I’m sure you’ve also watched a lot of TV the past couple of … Continue reading 12 of the best travel films to cure your travel-bug during lockdown

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10 Best-selling books and inspirational reads, perfect for 2020’s covid-19 lockdown

What book should you read next? If you’re like me and looking for that inspirational page turner and feel-good book to read right now – during lockdown, then you really don’t need to look any further. Below, I’ve put together a list of my absolute favourites – some new ones and a few classics, that you’re bound to enjoy and that will ultimately inspire you, … Continue reading 10 Best-selling books and inspirational reads, perfect for 2020’s covid-19 lockdown

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Expat Living, Germany, Lifestyle, Travel

Can you live in Germany, if you don’t speak German?

A lot of people ask me this, and the answer is pretty simple. Yes – you can, but it would be to what extent you want to embrace the culture of where you live. Living in the city of Dusseldorf for the past 6 months and speaking little to no German (with every intention of trying to learn – which I think is a good … Continue reading Can you live in Germany, if you don’t speak German?

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Expat Living, General, Lifestyle, Travel

Why Every Expat or International Traveler Should Bank With N26

First and foremost, with me being an expat in a european country that requires a different language to my native English, this card is quite frankly a god send in terms of its language usability. But, add onto this how easy it is to set up your account from the comfort of your own home (they quote themselves on being able to set-up your account … Continue reading Why Every Expat or International Traveler Should Bank With N26

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