GalleryWhy Your Next Skiing or Snowboarding Trip Should be Niseko, Japan
An idea, a window of opportunity and confidence were the three ingredients that underpinned a unique and memorable snowboarding trip in Japan.
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GalleryMy 7 Days in Jordan for History, Relaxation and Breathtaking Landscapes
“Once a year, go somewhere you haven’t been before” – Dalai Lama
It was this very quote that persuaded me that I should visit Jordan. I’m so glad I did too.
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GalleryDiscover Street Art in London with a Walk Through Shoreditch
“Where shall I go if I want to see some art in London?”
I remember being asked this question by a traveller friend visiting London.
If you open the travel guides, you’ll probably be pointed towards galleries like Tate Modern and National Gallery. I’m not attempting to criticise the art in these places. However, my advise will always be…
“Take your camera and head to Shoreditch – discover some new street art”
Why discover? Well, not every piece of street art is as obvious to the eye as you might think…
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GalleryWhy a Run Through London at Night is the Best Way to See the Famous Landmarks
You can probably tell from many of the other blogs on TheCounterintuitive.com, that I’m a big fan of health, fitness and running in particular. One of the things I missed the most when I was travelling, was my regular evening run through London. Simply put, London is most beautiful at night and the best way to see all the famous landmarks at the perfect time is with a run.
It’s an alternative way to see London in all its beauty, it’s free, it doesn’t matter the weather and it’s a bound to be a memorable experience.
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Listen – How I Decided it was Time to Head Home to London
I originally wrote this post with notebook and pen after spending a night on Isla de Sol, Lake Titicaca to decide my next steps travelling.
Every traveller talks about the ups and downs you feel on the road. The ups are easy – travelling with great people, seeing amazing sights and feeling comfortable in your surroundings. The downs are often described as being alone (when you don’t necessarily want to be), ill health or unfortunate situations.
Over the last month, an urge to head home had been brewing. Everyone knows, these urges come and go. Until then, I had just naturally, quietly quelled the thoughts and carried on full steam ahead.
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