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From the Diary – The Trans-Mongolian Express – Beijing to Ulaan Baatar

On 11 Oct 20211 Jul 2021 By Andy RoamsIn Train travel, travel8 Comments

Today I'm opening up my 2017 diary on the train from Beijing to Ulaan Baatar as I adventurised on the Trans-Mongolian Express!

Melbourne Revealed – The Model Tudor Village. Oh, and the Famous Melbourne ‘Hook Turn’!

On 8 Oct 202131 May 2021 By Andy RoamsIn Australia, travel, Vlog4 Comments

Join Susy and myself as we check out a cool little model Tudor Village in the heart of Melbourne. That is - if we survive the hook turn!

Essential Travel Tips For Burkina Faso

On 7 Oct 20211 Jul 2021 By Andy RoamsIn travel, West Africa5 Comments

Burkina Faso, landlocked in West Africa with the capital Ouagadougou. Not on anyones' travel list perhaps just right now, But presuming that it becomes safe again and the pandemic subsides, these tips will no doubt help the prospective visitor!

Retro Review – Yangshuo Culture House, Yangshuo, China

On 4 Oct 202122 Jun 2021 By Andy RoamsIn Hotels and Accommodation, travelLeave a comment

An exceptional stay experience in a beautiful part of China, from yesteryear!

The Magnificent Ripponlea Estate – Victorian Mansion in Melbourne

On 3 Oct 20216 Jul 2021 By Andy RoamsIn Melbourne, travel4 Comments

The amazing Ripponlea Estate - a little history, if you don't mind in the heart of Melbourne. Ish!

More Incredible Sao Tome & Principe

On 2 Oct 202116 Jun 2021 By Andy RoamsIn From Around the Web, travelLeave a comment

Hi all! Today more videos from Gino Pop of Sao Tome & Principe - incredible jungle islands that are visited by very few. You WILL be amazed! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Ko_KYAvZ-A&t=107s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_JpenUYfPfM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BfqUPzLD9Vw Thanks for popping by today! Take care and May the Journey Never End!

Travel Itineraries – 25 Days in Rajasthan

On 30 Sep 202122 Jun 2021 By Andy RoamsIn India, travel, travel tips14 Comments

Travel tips and ideas for a 25-day tours around the incredible state of Rajasthan, India!

Cameroon From the Diary – Yaounde; Final Days in Cameroon

On 29 Sep 202123 Jun 2021 By Andy RoamsIn travel, West Africa2 Comments

My final entry from the diary from Cameroon, and the capital Yaounde! What an incredible country!

Retro Review – Altyn Arashan & Yak Tours

On 27 Sep 20218 Jun 2021 By Andy RoamsIn Hotels and Accommodation, travel8 Comments

What a location! It's like Europe in Asia - however, are the digs as good as the scenery?

Destination of the Month – Hobart

On 26 Sep 202122 Jun 2021 By Andy RoamsIn Australia, travel4 Comments

Hobart is the first in my new series 'Destination of the Month'! So hop along to Tasmania to see its amazing capital in Hobart!

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Turkmenistan – photo from The Calvert Journal
Turkmenbashi Mosque
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sunrise over the Kazakh steppe.
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my mind platter

exposing the inner-world of my brain

Chocoviv’s Lifestyle Blog 2.0

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get cracking, start packing

Lookoom

Put pictures on your travel dreams

Angelart Star

The beautiful picture of angels makes you happy.

Writes of Passage

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An Orcadian Abroad

A Scottish island girl exploring the world on a budget

Salsaworldtraveler'sblog

my mind platter

exposing the inner-world of my brain

Chocoviv’s Lifestyle Blog 2.0

My second blog page

get cracking, start packing

Lookoom

Put pictures on your travel dreams

Angelart Star

The beautiful picture of angels makes you happy.

Writes of Passage

inspiring journeys and friendly advice

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