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Hi, I'm newly 60, newly retired, and, in the words of my great Welsh countryman Dylan Thomas, "Raging against the dying of the light," one country at a time. #travel #travelphotography #solotravel Follow my adventures at www.donotgogentlytravel.com

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Best Things to Do in Kent: Top Attractions and Hidden Gems Explore the Best things to do in Kent, including ancient castles, historic towns and hidden gems across the Garden of England

Kent, the Garden of England is a perfect getaway from London. Here's the 12 Best Things to do in Kent.

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24.02.2026 13:40 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Wonderful night watching Blakiston's Fish Owl (largest owl in the world) at Nauru, Japan.
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26.01.2026 06:05 πŸ‘ 16 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Bucket list day today at the Snow Monkey Park in Nagano, Japan.

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21.01.2026 11:08 πŸ‘ 13 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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This weekend is Japan's 'Coming of Age' holiday celebrating all those who've turned 18 in the last year. Great to see all the girls in kimonos at Shuri castle today.

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11.01.2026 06:00 πŸ‘ 14 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Not a rarity, but a very nice wigeon on the river at the Hiroshima Peace Park.

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09.01.2026 20:38 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The Hiroshima Peace Park is an incredibly moving place. My first time in Japan, not my last.

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08.01.2026 23:28 πŸ‘ 9 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Hmm! Remind me again which country is the only one to have invoked Article 5?

07.01.2026 21:40 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Exploring Bordeaux Bordeaux is a city in France that's famous for its wine. Here are things to see and do in Bordeaux, including attractions and walking routes.

Thinking of a city break in France? Consider Bordeaux. With its gorgeous architecture, vibrant neighbourhoods and charming old town packed with wine bars and restaurants, Bordeaux is absolutely delightful! Here’s my guide: velvetescape.com/things-to-se...

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01.01.2026 19:35 πŸ‘ 11 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Pula in Croatia Travel Guide: Things to Do and When to Visit Pula in Croatia blends Roman history, clear Adriatic water and amazing food. Find out why this underrated Istrian city is worth visiting.

Pula in Croatia is overshadowed by its more famous neighbours Dubrovnik and Split, but it's more than worth a visit in its own right! Here's why!
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28.12.2025 10:34 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Best Things to Do in Seville: What to See, Eat & Explore in 2026 Discover the best things to do in Seville, from iconic landmarks and flamenco to tapas, historic areas and unforgettable Andalusian culture.

Seville encapsulates everything that's good about Andalusia. Put it on your "We need to go there" list!

#traveladdicts #travelbloggerscommunity #solotravel #seville #travelphotography #andalusia #interrail #seniortravel #spain #flamenco #football #soccer

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21.12.2025 16:05 πŸ‘ 8 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Montserrat Monastery near Barcelona 1000 years old this year!
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16.12.2025 17:51 πŸ‘ 9 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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A few from the beach at San Sebastian this morning. It's not just eating pinxtos and drinking wine you know! (Ruddy turnstone in pic 2, if you were interested)

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13.12.2025 14:49 πŸ‘ 8 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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Best Things to do in Cadiz - Unmissable Experiences in Spain’s Ancient Coastal Gem Looking for the best things to do in Cadiz? Explore must-see attractions, hidden gems, and foodie highlights in Spain’s oldest city.

Cadiz is a fabulous Andalusian gem which should be on your travel list!

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03.12.2025 11:10 πŸ‘ 8 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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First night in Seville - Went to the flamenco. Stunning show.

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28.11.2025 08:24 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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The canals of Amsterdam in photos Photos of Amsterdam canals taken throughout the seasons. Includes tips and a map of some of the most photogenic spots in Amsterdam.

Amsterdam’s UNESCO World Heritage listed canals are a prime attraction of the city. I’ll never tire of walking along them (and taking lots of photos), at any time of the year. Here are my favourite photo spots across the seasons: velvetescape.com/amsterdam-ca...

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25.11.2025 20:32 πŸ‘ 9 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Ronda in Spain - Complete Travel Guide Discover Ronda in Spainβ€”an unforgettable Andalusian city of dramatic cliffs, historic charm, stunning views, and timeless culture.

Currently exploring Andalucia. I'm totally smitten. First up, Ronda.
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24.11.2025 19:14 πŸ‘ 8 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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And so, farewell to the Balkans. Fly home tomorrow, then out to Spain for a month on Thur.

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17.11.2025 18:32 πŸ‘ 13 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Best Things to do in Dubrovnik Discover the best things to do in Dubrovnik Croatia β€” from walking the city walls to island hopping and exploring hidden beaches.

Dubrovnik. Loads of stuff to do, even if you're not a Game of Thrones fan. Here's my guide to the best.

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15.11.2025 12:33 πŸ‘ 8 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Ran into the Serbian artillery today in Belgrade. Armistice gun salute.

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10.11.2025 19:07 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Lake Bled - Slovenia Discover beautiful Lake Bled, Slovenia β€” a stunning alpine gem with emerald waters, an island church and a fairy-tale castle perched above.

Lake Bled, Slovenia β€” A Fairytale Escape in the Julian Alps. One of the most beautiful places on earth.
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04.11.2025 12:25 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Dubrovnik city walls are virtually empty this time of year. Spent the afternoon up there till the light got better, and stayed for sunset.

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31.10.2025 16:19 πŸ‘ 14 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Postojna Caves Slovenia Discover the magic of Postojna Caves Slovenia β€” explore stunning formations, underground trains, and rare creatures in this natural wonder.

Slovenia's Postojna Caves - A Subterranean Wonderland!

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25.10.2025 15:04 πŸ‘ 12 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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This was a new hummer for me in Colombia. Blue-throated Starfrontlet!

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25.10.2025 12:19 πŸ‘ 43 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 3 πŸ“Œ 0
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A few from Colombia of one of my favourite hummers - Sword-billed Hummingbird.
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23.10.2025 15:56 πŸ‘ 19 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Trip from Split. When the guy said, "This is the entrance to the Blue Cave", I thought he was having a laugh, but no. We were the last boat that made it in, they closed the cave straight after.
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20.10.2025 07:30 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Yes, Croatia (where I am now) is wonderful, but logistically, more of a challenge. Especially away from traditional tourist areas. Don't get ne started on their trains. 8 hours yesterday from Zagreb to Split. No refreshments, no WiFi, no power sockets. Slovenian trains were much better.

17.10.2025 16:58 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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10 Best Day Trips from Ljubljana Best day trips from Ljubljana - The ultimate guide to seeing Slovenia using its capital as a base. Castles, waterfalls, mountains and caves

Ljubljana makes a great base to explore Slovenia. Here's my best day trips to explore this very underrated country.
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17.10.2025 14:18 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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10 Best Things to do in Ljubljana Best things to do in Ljubljana - Ultimate guide to the history, culture and cuisine of Slovenia's beautiful capital city

Ljubljana, Slovenia's capital is very underrated and low on the list when tourists pick destinations. Here are 10 reasons why they're missing out!
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13.10.2025 07:05 πŸ‘ 9 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

I'll be there in a week or so

08.10.2025 09:15 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Spent the day in Slovenia's beautiful Soja Valley yesterday, towering peaks, cascading waterfalls, emerald water and bouncing bridges.
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05.10.2025 19:00 πŸ‘ 49 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0