Experience Paradise @ Amari Havodda Maldives! June 24, 2018|In #asia-stay, Asia, Asia Reviews, Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll, Maldives|By paraphernalia.coShare This Mention the Maldives and you’ll be met with wistful looks. Those who’ve been, remember the beauty, those who haven’t, dream about it. There’s no question, the Maldives archipelago promises paradise! Table of Contents hide Mention the Maldives […]

Beirut: Where to begin? February 9, 2018|In Beirut, Lebanon, Middle East, Middle East Guide|By paraphernalia.coShare This Beirut, Lebanon’s capital, is an exciting and eclectic destination. A city with ancient history, architecture, art and design; traditional, contemporary & fusion cuisines; a melting pot of nationalities, religious and political beliefs, and Beirut is beautiful too! Table of Contents hide […]

Sth Aus: A 7-day Murray River Houseboat Adventure! December 15, 2017|In Australia, Australia Guide, Mannum, Oceania, South Australia|By paraphernalia.coShare This Can you hear that? They’re sulphur-crested cockatoos and if they’re awake, so are you. Listen closely for the hoot of an owl or a kookaburra’s cackling laughter. Table of Contents hide Can you hear that? […]

Mannum: Experience Absolute Bliss with White Houseboats! December 5, 2017|In #oceania-stay, Adelaide, Australia, Mannum, Oceania, Oceania-Reviews, South Australia|By paraphernalia.coShare This How does trading in your alarm clock for waking with the birds sound? What about swapping busy street traffic for paddle steamers and ferries or being surrounded by native wildlife, raw landscapes and lush vegetation? If this […]

HOTEL REVIEW: Amari Phuket! November 14, 2017|In #asia-stay, Asia, Asia Reviews, Phuket, Thailand|By paraphernalia.coShare This Watch the sunrise from your private balcony by a lush hillside forest. Embrace 270° views of Patong Bay and its surrounds. Table of Contents hide Watch the sunrise from your private balcony by a lush hillside forest. Embrace 270° views […]

Apps for the Discerning Traveller! December 7, 2016|In Asia, Australia, Middle East, North America, Oceania, Singapore-country, Singapore-region, United Arab Emirates, United States|By paraphernalia.coShare This In a world where there’s an app for just about everything, the discerning traveller has a plethora of budget saving options. Kayak, Skyscanner, Expedia, Hopper; they’re all great for saving on […]

Seattle: Out & About! August 31, 2016|In North America, Seattle, United States, Washington State|By paraphernalia.coShare This Are you a Seattle “first-timer”? Known as the Emerald City, for its lush evergreen forests, Seattle is also touted as the rain city. paraphernalia.co’s first Seattle visit saw blue skies and sparkling bays so it begs the question, is the rain myth […]

7 Days Cruising Alaska: Ketchikan. June 16, 2016|In Alaska, Ketchikan, North America, United States|By paraphernalia.coShare This Ketchikan, on Revillagigedo Island Alaska, is known as both the salmon capital of the world and the rain capital of Alaska. The salmon industry gives the first title away and the average rainfall of 160 inches, a whopping 406cm, […]

Exploring Ho Chi Minh City April 7, 2016|In Asia, Asia Guide, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam|By paraphernalia.coShare This With Vietnam’s history dating back around 4000 years, the country has seen its share of conflict. Chinese rule for 1000 years saw sisters, Trung Trac, and Trung Nhi, gather forces, unite the Vietnamese people and launch one […]

Delicious Copenhagen November 5, 2015|In #europe-eat, Copenhagen, Denmark, Europe, Europe Guide, Europe Reviews|By paraphernalia.coShare This Delicious Copenhagen; a foodie’s heaven. 18 Michelin stars across the city; World’s 50 best restaurant award 4 times; produce markets, street food and dining districts all within walking distance. Today we’re focusing on easily accessible delectable food while we wander […]