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When you accidentally time your visit to coincide with Paris Pride. The parade was rescheduled to September due to the heat, but the party continued well into the wee hours. We joined in for a brief boogie, then retreated back to the serenity of the apartment.
I knew the food in Paris would be good, but phew — it’s far exceeded all expectations. Every dish and restaurant experience has been memorable, even the cheeky garlic butter-soaked steak and chips baguette. I regret nothing.
Statue appreciation post. Countless statues are dotted throughout Paris - in parklands, in laneways, perched high atop or embedded into the sides of historic buildings. Most are overshadowed by the sights around them (see: The Louvre or Eiffel Tower), but they’re each impressive works of art in their own right. The pigeons seem to like them too.
You’re never far from art in Paris, whether it’s a detailed mural or a sneaky stick on mosaic. If you’re in the mood to hunt, you can download a free app called FlashInvaders and ‘collect’ the Space Invaders-style mosaics by taking photos of them.
More than just a name, Le Bouledogue restaurant in Paris was indeed home to a resident bulldog: Heaven, who greeted us at the door with a smile and then weaved between our legs during dinner. Five stars. Oh, and the food was exceptional too. I had the tomato tarte tatin and grilled duck breast with eggplant and confit tomatoes.
The Wall of Love (Mur des Je t’aime) is one of Montmartre’s most adored artworks. It’s comprised of 612 individual tiles inscribed with the words ‘I Love You’ 300 times in 250 languages. It’s currently undergoing stabilisation work, as the weight of the tiles is threatening to topple the wall.
When a short walk becomes a long walk and you somehow end up in Montmartre — a charming, artistic neighbourhood once home to the likes of Van Gogh, Picasso and Matisse. This is the way.
Bonjour, Paris! It’s hot, it’s beautiful and we can’t believe we’ve finally made it here. The repairs to Notre Dame are making incredible progress, following the fire in 2019. You can see the rebuilt spire in the third image. #paris #notredamedeparis #repeattraveller #astw #travelstoke
Simple and understated. Ok maybe not. This is Rococo extravagance at its finest — inside the Great Hall at Schloss Nymphenburg (Nymphenburg Palace). The palace is the main attraction, but the sprawling gardens are worth a wander too. Bring snacks — they’re big!
Seeing people cycle through Munich’s old town with surfboards strapped to their bikes feels so out of place, but it all makes sense once you get to the English Garden.
When in Abu Dhabi. I spent a good hour exploring Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque during a layover. Genuinely one of the most extraordinary buildings I’ve ever seen. Marble of all colours. Even the intricate floral inlays in the walls, floor and columns.
The sudden cancellation of Byron Bay Bluesfest sent shockwaves through the local live music community in March. But instead of dwelling on the loss, musicians, venues and audiences rallied together, creating a makeshift music festival that reminded us of the power and resilience of live music. My three-page spread in @locale_magazine’s Winter issue shines a light on the venues that answered the call, while showcasing the year-round live music culture that continues to define the region. #byronbay #northernriversnsw #livemusic #repeattraveller #astw

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