20 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Qatar
Doha, Qatar, Middle East, City Breaks, City Guide, Photo Inspiration Sophie Alexander Doha, Qatar, Middle East, City Breaks, City Guide, Photo Inspiration Sophie Alexander

20 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Qatar

I’m not sure I can truly capture Qatar in just a few sentences. The country blew me away, far exceeding all my expectations. We visited Doha in 2022 for the FIFA World Cup, which itself was an unforgettable experience. The tournament was incredibly organised, keeping fans entertained and, most importantly, safe.

In my eyes, Doha is one of the best cities I’ve had the pleasure of visiting. It’s so clean, welcoming, and brimming with cultural attractions and places to relax – a rarity in major cities. Compared to other bustling capitals like London, Dubai, or New York, Doha had a laid-back vibe that never felt overwhelming.

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10 Best Things to do in Dubrovnik, Croatia

10 Best Things to do in Dubrovnik, Croatia

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, Dubrovnik is one of my favourite places on the planet. The combination of the dramatic coastline, turquoise waters, orange-roofed buildings, the mountainous backdrop and the European summer feels, are the best. Dubrovnik has become quite the hotspot in recent years due to the accessibility of surrounding countries and, of course, Game of Thrones fans. Walking around the Old Town, swimming in the Adriatic sea and the view from Mount Srd are all my highlights.

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12 Famous Photo Locations in New York City

12 Famous Photo Locations in New York City

I must have spent at least 20 days in New York City in total, so I’ve been lucky enough to see all the famous sites. It really is one of the greatest cities in the world with iconic movie locations, skyscrapers and historical buildings.

Below is a collection of my favourite spots in the city. Enjoy!

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10 Best Places to see in Rome, Italy
City Breaks, Europe, Italy, Rome, Weekend Getaways, City Guide Sophie Alexander City Breaks, Europe, Italy, Rome, Weekend Getaways, City Guide Sophie Alexander

10 Best Places to see in Rome, Italy

Rome is one of Europe’s oldest and most popular cities. Rich in history, iconic landmarks and architecture. Not to forget that it’s THE place to immerse yourself in Italian cuisine. No guilt required when trying all of the pizzas, pastas and gelato. Washed down with glass of red wine. Honestly, no other delicacies matter here.

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6 European Cities in 6 Days

6 European Cities in 6 Days

After partying in Slovakia’s capital, Bratislava for New Years Eve 2014. Instead of flying back to London, we decided that we would drive back through Europe, stopping off in various cities on the way.

The plan was to start off with breakfast in Bratislava, lunch in Vienna and dinner in Prague. Then spend a couple of days exploring Berlin and Bruges, and finally taking the Eurotunnel from Calais and drive up to London.

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10 Best Places to see in Paris
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10 Best Places to see in Paris

There are so many reasons why The City of Love is on everyone’s bucket list and is always the most visited city in the world, year after year. The combination of the romantic streets, traditional architecture, famous museums, delicious cuisine and of course the language, draws tourists in all year long. Paris oozes culture, charm and history from every street corner. Whether it’s the al fresco dining, seeing the Mona Lisa at The Louvre or having a picnic under the Eiffel Tower, you will fall in love with it all. I know I did!

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A Week in Los Angeles
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A Week in Los Angeles

Beverly Hills. Hollywood Walk of Fame. Highway 1. Malibu. Downtown LA. Venice Beach. The Grove. LAX. Rodeo Drive. Griffith Observatory. Skidrow. Disneyland. Santa Monica. Runyon Canyon. Universal Studios. All the places that makeup one of the best cities in the world. The City of Angels, Los Angeles.

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17 Best Places to Visit in Berlin, Germany
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17 Best Places to Visit in Berlin, Germany

I must have visited Berlin over 10 times in my life. As I mentioned in my bio, I’m a quarter German and have a Great Auntie who lives in the city. It kind of feels like a second home.

Berlin is a vibrant, quirky, historical and exciting place to visit. I love the abstract buildings, graffiti and underground stations. You can’t go very far without seeing one of these three things.

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A Day Trip to Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina

A Day Trip to Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina

This was a totally spontaneous trip that turned into one of my all-time favourites. My sister and I were enjoying an all-inclusive holiday in Croatia when we decided we wanted more than just the beach, pool and cocktails. We had already discussed a day trip to the Krka National Park and knew we needed a car to get there. So, we arranged a hire car from the hotel, for two days and thought why not travel to another country? As you do. This is when Europe has its perks.

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5 Best Things to do in Shanghai
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5 Best Things to do in Shanghai

Shanghai is the largest city in China with a dense population of nearly 25 million people. With a city this size, the list of things to see and do is endless. I’ve been lucky enough to spend a good amount of time in Shanghai, as in 2017 I worked on a cruise ship that sailed in and out of the city on a weekly basis.

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