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10 things you should know before moving to Santa Barbara
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With 300 days of sun, gorgeous natural surroundings, and the Pacific Coast right on its doorstep, it’s no wonder Santa Barbara is called the American ...

10 things you should know before moving to San Diego
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Headed to California’s southern-most city? Just a stone’s throw from Mexico, San Diego packs a punch for visitors and those who are lucky enough to st...

10 reasons to love Perth
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Famously the most isolated capital city in the world (it’s the capital of the state of Western Australia), Perth has a lot more to talk about than its...

10 reasons to love Brisbane
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There’s an Australian city you’ve just got to visit – and it’s not Sydney. Brisbane, the capital of beachy Queensland, is a perfectly-sized metropolis...

10 hidden gems in Sydney
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Living in Sydney isn’t just about visiting the Sydney Opera House or arguing over whether Bondi or Manly beach is better. Head to some of Sydney’s mor...

10 hidden gems in Toronto
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One of Canada’s biggest cities, Toronto is known for its creative community, entrepreneurial environment and natural beauty. Head off the tourist trai...

10 hidden gems in Brisbane
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You could use the TripAdvisor ‘must-do’ list as your go-to guide when planning your time in Brisbane, but you’ll have a much more fun and authentic ex...

10 hidden gems in Perth
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There’s far more to life in Western Australia’s capital city than sandy beaches, bustling river fronts and famous botanical gardens. Make the most of ...

10 hidden gems in Santa Barbara
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Sandwiched between the west-coast icons, San Francisco and Los Angeles, Santa Barbara is California’s slightly lesser-visited but no less beautiful li...

10 hidden gems in San Diego
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Ah, San Diego, the undisputed home of surf, sun and superb fish tacos. One of the most popular places for visitors to California, our guide to some of...

Travel makes you a better person — here are 6 reasons backed by science
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Travel is exciting, inspiring, and fun. We are lucky to live in a world where travel is easier and cheaper than ever before, and more people than ever...

10 reasons to love Bournemouth
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When people talk about Bournemouth, variety is the keyword. This idyllic seaside town on the south coast of England is bursting with opportunities for...