A QUICK GUIDE TO HONOLULU, HAWAII

Hawaii is such a beautiful state in the USA. I honestly had the best time eating, relaxing, exploring, adventuring and had epic trips to Target! There are so many things to do on Oahu island, such has hiking, snorkelling, shopping, quad biking, Stand up paddle boarding etc. Definitely one of the city's highlights is Waikiki Beach and the Pearl Harbour. 

WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE VISITING  H A W A I  I 

• The local currently is the US Dollar. 
• You don't need to hire a car in Oahu. The Bus goes everywhere even to the North Shore and right around the island for only $5.50 USD.
• Private shuttle service is the cheapest way to get from the airport if you have 3 people or more in your group! (It costed only $15 USD). 
• Don't forget to tip! 

WHAT   TO  D O   I N   H A W A I  I 

• Diamond Head
• Pearl Harbour
• Hanauma Bay
• Kualoa Ranch & Zipline
• Lanikai Beach
• Waimea Bay
• Manoa Falls
• Ala Moana Shopping Centre
• Waikiki Beach 

WHERE  TO   S T A Y 

• Hotels or, 
• Airbnb 

WHERE  TO  E A T

• The Cheesecake Factory, the best burger I ever had in my life was definitely here!! I had the Macaroni and Cheese Burger (without the meat, creamy fried macaroni and cheese balls and cheddar cheese sauce served with lettuce, tomato, pickles, onion and mayo, YUM!!!)
• Mikawon Korean Restaurant , had the best food noodle dish and Kimchi!! 
• iHop, I definitely wasn't a fan of iHop... sadly! 

Check out my Hawaii 2018 | Travel Diary 

Have you ever been to Hawaii? 

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3 BOOKS I’VE READ AND LOVED LATELY

Hello November and also its the last month of Spring here in Australia! The weather has certainly been getting so much warmer and I'm loving it! Looking forward to next month, especially because it will be the first month of Summer, Christmas, mini vacay and plus the New Year is approaching!! Over the past month I bought some new books and I must say I definitely recommend these books especially the How to Live Japanese by Yutaka Yazawa! 

TITLE: How to Live Japanese 

AUTHOR: Yutaka Yazawa 

GENRE: Guidebook, Travel Literature 

ORIGNALLY PUBLISHED: 27TH September, 2018 

"From Miyazaki to mountains, sake to sparking joy, find your Zen and make time to learn about how to live Japanese. Whether it’s the cutting edge of film-making, revolutionizing the whisky market or competing with parents on lunchboxes, you’ll be all the better for some time spent with How to Live Japanese.

With nearly 60 per cent of us living in cities, the mega-city of Tokyo, through centuries of raze and rebuild, is surely the guiding light for how we can live together amicably in an ever-urbanising world."

TITLE: Cordially Invited: A seasonally guide to celebrations and hosting, perfect for cosy autumn nights, with Halloween and Bonfire Night inspiration! 

AUTHOR: Zoe Sugg

GENRE: Autobiography, Biography, Cookbook, Reference work

ORIGNALLY PUBLISHED: 4TH October, 2018 

"Over the years Zoe has shared glimpses of this side to her in her videos, with millions of viewers taking daily inspiration from her life. In Cordially Invited she shares her best and never seen before ideas in print. Divided into seasons, and woven through with Zoe's own stories and memories, this book reveals her favourite events - big or small - throughout the year and how to celebrate them in style.

From practical ideas for how to feed your guests and hacks for unexpected get-togethers to simple but impressive DIYs and those personal touches people will remember, Cordially Invited is Zoe's blueprint for making an event and a memory out of each day."

TITLE: Wander Love: Lessons, Tips & Inspiration from a Solo Traveller

AUTHOR: Aubrey Daquinag 

GENRE: Guidebook

ORIGNALLY PUBLISHED: 17TH April, 2018 

"Wander Love takes the world of Instagram and travel, and distills it in a beautiful pictorial book that will inspire your own adventures. Author Aubrey Daquinag is a travel blogger and photographer, most often found posting her adventures on her blog The Love Assembly from all corners of the globe. Featuring her incredible photography that shows you a world where travel meets style, her book includes sections on the essentials for a digital nomad office, how to be stylish while on the road, how to upgrade your travel photography skills, advice for solo female travelers, and unique destination guides for countries like Colombia and Morocco. Wander Love is the perfect mix of style, substance and travel adventures to inspire your own." 

What books have you been reading lately? 

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MINI SEPHORA HAUL

Hello to October and Spring! Can you believe there is only 2 more months until the end of 2018! And also, how crazy to think in 3 months time we will all be in a new year, 2019! What I'm most looking forward too at the end of the year is our summer weather! I'm honestly so over the cold and raining weather were having at the moment in QLD, Australia. Today I'll be sharing with you all a mini Sephora haul. These are all new products to me, which I'm looking forward to using them in  the next couple of days! 

1. Fenty Beauty - Full-Bodied Foundation Brush 110

2. BECCA - Liptuitive Glow Gloss

3. Benefit Cosmetics - Hoola Lite Bronzer

4.  Benefit Cosmetics - Hoola Quickie Cream-to-powder Contour Stick

Have you ever used these make up products before? 

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A QUICK GUIDE TO THE GREEK ISLANDS

Greece has a total of 168 islands, which have been split into eight main island groups.  You could easily spend months exploring their amazing and historical islands which are located in the Lonian and Aegean seas. Not all Greek islands are famous for their breathtaking beaches and natural features but other islands have strong cultural traditions and an epic nightlife. There are so many well known places in the Greek Islands such as: Santorini, Rhodes Old town, Crete, Mykonos, Corfu and many more! 

WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE VISITING  G R E E K  I S L A N D S

• The local currency is the Euro. 
• Plan Ahead. Make sure you book in advance such as plane tickets, activities and accommodation. 
• Always have cash on you. 
• Greeks drive rather aggressively, especially in Athens. 

WHAT  TO  S E E  I N  G R E E C E

• Santorini 
• Mykonos  
• Rhodes
• Zakynthos Island 
• Paros
• Kythira 

Have you ever been to any of the Greek Islands before? If so, which one/s? 

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A QUICK GUIDE TO PETRA, EGYPT

Petra, Jordan known for being built and carved into the surrounding rock. Located in the southwestern desert of Jordan which is surrounded by mountains which has plenty of gorges and hidden passages. Petra was also known for its wealth and its connection to Jerusalem, Syria and Amman which once made Jordan a great trading city. 

WHERE  TO  S T A Y 

Movenpick Resort Petra: Located directly at the entrance to the historic city of Petra. This resort is one of the most notable 5-star hotels in the Middle East. 

Petra Sella Hotel: is just a five minute walk to the city centre and another five minutes to Petra entrance. 

WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE VISITING  J O R D A N

• The local currency is the Jordanian Dinar.
• Stay hydrated, only drink water from bottle waters from a local shop. 
• Watch out for the Bdoul scams in Petra. 
• Petra is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the new 7 wonders of the world.

WHAT  TO  D O  I N   J O R D A N

• Visit Petra city
•  Mount Nebo 
• Kerak Castle 
• Float on the Dead sea
• Hang out in Amman

Have you ever been to Petra Jordan?

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MAY AVENUE SHOP | NEW ARRIVALS

Who remembers my very small business (online store) May Avenue Shop? I launched it last year in February! For anyone who doesn't know, it was established in 2017, May Avenue Shop offers a variety of Prints, Greeting cards and Postcards that features 12 beautiful photographs captured from around the world. With my love of travel, art and designing, I decided to turn my dream into a small online business. Check out my online store at https://mayavenueshop.bigcartel.com for 3 exclusive new arrivals Such as the: Be You Print and 2 Birthday cards! 

Here are some tips: The Prints fit perfectly in kikki.k large planners and would even look great on your desk, on the wall of your office and even on your fridge! (Use maylove15 for 15% off your first order with us).

Check out my online store: https://mayavenueshop.bigcartel.com

Follow May Avenue Shop on instagram: @mayavenueshop 

Find us on Facebook: Facebook.com/mayavenueshop for glimpses of new releases, discount codes and even behind-the-scences! 

What is your go to stationary store?

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SABO SKIRT HAUL

Dress: Sabo Skirt | Bag: Sabo skirt (sold out) | Shoes: Spurr 

One of my favourite online stores I've been recently been shopping at is Sabo Skirt. Sabo Skirt is an Australian online boutique that offers a wide range of playsuits, dresses, tops, bottoms, unique accessories such as bags and earrings and even shoes! Sabo skirt also has a wide range of collections online and in store as well. Such as Sabo Luxe, Sabo Formal, Sabo Swim, Sabo Mini, Sabo Paws etc. 

Dress: Sabo Skirt (sold out) | Bag: Posse | Shoes: Spurr 

Why I love shopping at Sabo Skirt, is their style. So many different patterns, colours and textures are used in their clothing. I must admit that my wardrobe is mostly from Sabo Skirt clothing!! Another reason why I love shopping at Sabo Skirt is that every mondays and thursday they have new arrivals! 

Top: Sabo Skirt | Shorts: ZARA (sold out) 

Dress: Sabo Skirt (sold out) | Bag: Posse | Shoes: Spurr 

What is your favourite online store?

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A QUICK GUIDE TO ATHENS, GREECE

 Athens, Greece is known as the historical capital of Europe, and is very rich in history and culture. Not only is Athens rich in history but also has the yummiest food ever (honey puffs), great shopping and amazing nightlife as well. If you are ever in Greece, definitely stay a night or two in Athens and explore its beautiful landmarks and then head off to it's breathtaking Greek islands. 

WHERE  TO  S T A Y 

Anafiotika residence, Hideaway under the Acropolis Airbnb: Located in the historical neighbourhood in Athens. It is hidden in the small paths right under the Acropolis scared rock. You can enjoy the poetic view of the city dominated by Lycabettus hill from the patio in the front part of the house, a great way to enjoy your teas or coffees in the morning or evenings. 

COCO-MAT: Hotel Athens: is located in Central Athens, and is only a short walk away from the Presidential Mansion. The Athens Concert Hall, Syntagma Square and National and Kapodistrian University of Athens is near this hotel. 

WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE VISITING A T H E N S 

• The local currently is the Euro 
• The Metro is your new best friend, super easy to use. 
• Tips are optional. 
• Beware of the Metro pickpockets. 
• Most people speak good english. 

WHAT TO  D O  &  S E E   IN  A T H E N S 

• Acropolis of Athens
• Parthenon 
• Visit the Acropolis Museum 
• Relax and enjoy the views of Syntagma Square 
• Visit the most old historical neighbourhood - Plaka 
• Temple of Olympian Zeus, Athens

WHERE  TO  E A T   IN  A T H E N S

• Thanasis - is a Greek restaurant which is located in one of the allies leading to Monastiraki Square. This restaurant offers great Greek cuisine for a great price. 
• Lukumades - Located within walking distance of Monastiraki Square and is the place to indulge in the famous Greek donuts (honey puffs). 
• Takis Bakery - This little bakery is a short walk from the Acropolis and is one of the best bakeries in Athens. It has a huge range of breads, sweet and salty pastries, cakes and sandwiches. 
• Little Kook - For people we enjoy really sweet things in exaggerated sizes. It has a range of cakes, crepes, drinks in exaggerated quirky sizes and waffles too. 

Have you ever visited Athens?

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A QUICK GUIDE TO CAIRO, EGYPT

Cairo, Egypt is so rich in history and culture (both ancient and modern). There is so many things to do and see in Egypt and I can honestly say I had the most amazing experience. Standing in front of those gigantic Pyramids of Giza was honestly breath taking. Climbing inside of the pyramids was very hot and had a lot of stairs (helloooo unexpected cardio exercise). It was also very claustrophobic at times inside the pyramids, but definitely a great experience! In Cairo, Egypt there are extremely nice people but also some not, so watch out for the scammers and people in the markets that try to stop you! Don't talk with strangers or trust them, especially those who seem to be super friendly. 

WHERE  TO  S T A Y 

Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residences: is set among the waters of the River Nile. The Hilton hotel is located between downtown Cairo and Giza and is only 19km away from the Cairo Airport. 

Le Meridien Pyramids Hotel & Spa: has beautiful views of the Giza Pyramids, which is only located 1 km away from this hotel. From the outdoor pool you can see the top half of the gigantic Pyramids and is only 13 km from Cairo's downtown Tahrir Square. 

WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE VISITING E G Y P T 

• The local currently is the Egyptian Pound. 
• You cannot drink the tap water, only drink water from bottle waters from a local shop. 
• The driving there is crazy!!  
• You need to get a visa for Egypt 

WHAT   TO  D O   I N   E G Y P T

• Climb inside the pyramids of Giza & visit the great Sphinx
• Visit the Egyptian museum 
• See the Abu Simbel Temples 
• See the Valley of the Kings 
• Visit the Karnak 
• See the Luxor Temple 

Have you ever visited Egypt?

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