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  • From little villages in Ghana to the most beautiful five star hotels in Montenegro- travel adventure stories and tips for every kind of explorer.

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Egyptian Myth: The Contending’s Continued

“The Contendings Continued” is a creative short story written as part of my mythology course at Auckland University. It was published in Word of Reed, a student journal showcasing the best articles and essays around Egyptian, Greek an Roman ancient history.

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Heaven at the Aman Sveti Stefan, Montenegro

Though it has a booming tourist industry, the Eastern European country of Montenegro has managed to remain slightly off the radar in comparison to neighbouring Croatia. Its beauty however is equally as breathtaking and the AMAN Sveti Stefan has to be the crown jewel of the coast. Take a look at this insanely luxurious private resort island here.

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Romania on a Budget

After traveling to over 40 countries Romania is still up there as one of my most all-time underrated travel destinations. Everything about it surprised me, from the wide array of delicious and cheap food to the stunning landscapes and rich cultural history, there really is something here for everyone. I was at the very beginning of my photography career when I went here in 2015 and I the combination of run-down beauty and colorful architecture had my camera out at every corner. Here are a few of my tips from my time training and busing through this country full of surprises.

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