FAVORITE NEIGHBORHOODS IN TOKYO

FAVORITE TOKYO NEIGHBORHOODS | the belle abroad

TOKYO No matter what you’re after, you can find it in Tokyo. From the rich Japanese culture to the modern city, these are the best neighborhoods to explore. harajuku The central of Japanese fashion, Harajuku is filled with trendy shops and vintage pop ups. It is also home to amazing cafes and out of this […]

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5 THINGS TO DO IN KANDY + WHERE TO EAT

5 THINGS YOU CANT MISS IN KANDY SRI LANKA | the belle abroad

Kandy is a beautiful, historical town in Sri Lanka. Only a few hours from the international airport in Colombo, it is a perfect destination for those only spending a short visit in this island country.  TO DO :  Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic : golden-roofed Temple houses Sri Lanka’s most important Buddhist relic – a […]

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WHY MALTA IS THE MOST UNDERRATED COUNTRY IN EUROPE

MALTA : Europe's Most Underrated Country | the belle abroad

  It’s hard to imagine that an island in the Mediterranean with a view of Italy in the horizon, could need suggesting but more often than not when I told people we were headed to Malta these were the responses : Where is that exactly? What country is it in? What is there to do there […]

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Blown Away in Brighton : A Sunny Seaside Escape

With the warm weather starting to creep in, I thought I’d share one of my favorite (and easy!) getaways from London! The southern coast surrounding Brighton is beautiful and even eccentric…the perfect combination of charming small towns, stunning nature, and just the right amount of hipster!We hopped on the Southern Rail from London Victoria (this […]

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KRAKOW CITY GUIDE

Krakow Poland

Beyond the obvious curb appeal of Krakow, the once capital city of Poland offers a rich history and a very well preserved Old Town making it an excellent choice for a weekend city break!  SEE Old Town : the city dates back to the 7th century, and despite the recent tragic history, Krakow remains very preserved and maintained…probably […]

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