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Mandy Watson
Dec 2, 20241 min read
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Travelling CROATIA ! Come cruising the Dalmation Coast with us towards the Greek Islands.
Croatia it seems, is on many people's Bucket List these days, for good reason. And we're no exception. We are super excited to be here at...
Mandy Watson
Dec 1, 202424 min read
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The BEST of VENICE! The incomparable, romantic and vibrant water city, in just a couple of days...
We first travelled to this gloriously romantic water city, back in 2016. Even then, like now, it was only for a couple of days, so this...
Mandy Watson
Sep 18, 202413 min read
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BEST of Norway! Cruising her coast and fjords in all their glory.
And so, we commence our impressive Norwegian attack at none other than Longyearbyen, the world's northernmost permanently inhabited town,...
Mandy Watson
Sep 15, 202418 min read
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BEST ports in ICELAND - With a side order of Canada! Join us on the first leg of this month long cruise to the Arctic.
Do you believe in elves? Maybe trolls? 🧌 Well, according to the internet, 54% of Icelanders do... However, after chatting with the...
Mandy Watson
Sep 4, 202425 min read
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BEST WAYS to see NEW YORK CITY in just 4 days! Who needs sleep?
Well, well, well. Hellooooo New York City! 🍎 🗽 This can easily be a stand alone quick blog about our short stay here - but as we are ...
Mandy Watson
Aug 16, 202412 min read
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ROADTRIPPING USA! The BEST way to visit National Parks, Rodeos and Waterfalls.
As I sit here, on a Viking cruise ship on our way to the Arctic Circle, I thought I best write up our last 3 and a half weeks of our...
Mandy Watson
Jul 12, 202426 min read
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Best ways to see Japan's Cherry Blossoms! - as well as South Korea!
Well, out of all our travels so far, I feel this one was possibly the most extraordinarily different. ( Without including Antarctica...
Mandy Watson
May 6, 202433 min read
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The Best Of Scotland, Part 2. She is worth your time!
Hello again! Not many people probably start a blog from the very top of Scotland - but hey, let's just break that mold! Consider this the...
Mandy Watson
Jan 24, 202435 min read
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The Best of Scotland, Part 1. This Bonnie wee lass has so much to see!
Sing me a song, of a Lass that has gone - over the sea to Skye... Okay, so I couldn't resist the' #Outlander' reference! Welcome... to...
Mandy Watson
Dec 18, 202329 min read
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The BEST of WALES! From Castles to Aquaducts - the scenery and history is immense.
More fabulous castles, lighthouses and wild ponies... more wonderful friends, and this time - there's even a ghostly experience to be...
Mandy Watson
Dec 3, 202325 min read
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The Best of England - Road tripping Great Britain!
Ancient castles, thatched cottages, historic pubs and dear friends. A perfect recipe for holiday happiness! Well, at last! This trip has...
Mandy Watson
Nov 24, 202330 min read
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Down Under: Koalas, roos and whales, oh my!
"We're not in Kansas anymore, Toto..." Hang on, there IS no place like home! This time it's my turn to play travel guide for a change,...
Mandy Watson
Jun 18, 202336 min read
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Tahitian Paradise: An Unforgettable Transpacific Cruise to Tahiti and Hawaii
A sneaky sail away to the tropics as winter approached Australia. A new country for us, new experiences and new friends. That's what we...
Mandy Watson
May 10, 202317 min read
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Magnificent Maldives with a side order of Singapore!
A romantic island getaway to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary in complete decadence. If we can't spoil ourselves to mark this...
Mandy Watson
Feb 28, 202318 min read
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Sail Away to the South Pacific: A Multi-Generational Cruise with Friends Is the Ultimate Adventure
After over 9 months of planning, prepping and counting down, we were all super excited to be embarking on our very first multi...
Mandy Watson
Dec 12, 202211 min read
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Journeying Through the Best of Our World Travels: A Compilation to Inspire Your Next Adventure.
Plus some funny and crazy stories to go along with it... Well, what can one say about 2020? Bloody Covid, that's what! Stopping the world...
Mandy Watson
Sep 12, 202030 min read
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The glorious GOLD COAST. Showcasing our beautiful backyard to the world!
Trev and I have lived on Australia's Gold Coast all our adult lives...actually, Trev has since he was 10, so even longer for him....
Mandy Watson
Mar 4, 202014 min read
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Australia Day-Sydney Harbour. Tall ships, ferry races, cannons, jets fireworks & more... SUCH FUN!
January 26, 2020. Australia Day 2020 saw us visit this magnificent Harbour City for the 3rd year in a row to celebrate this fabulous day...
Mandy Watson
Feb 28, 202010 min read
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SYDNEY TO HOBART! Maybe not the blue water classic ocean race, but a quick, fun cruise all the same.
Many years ago, maybe a few too many to mention, I was a liaison officer at the Cruising Yacht Club, in Sydney, (the CYC), for a couple...
Mandy Watson
Dec 17, 20198 min read
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