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      Things to Do in Tuscany, Italy 2023

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      The Best Sardinia Beaches

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Packing

Articles on packing for a variety of different trips. Round the world backpacking adventures to weekend breaks, including luggage advice!

  • Long Term Travel Checklist

    by A Lovely Planet 16 August 2021

    I’ve recently returned from an extended round the world trip, spending 9 months in Europe, the Pacific Islands, Mexico and Cuba. This…

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  • Choosing a Travel Backpack

    by A Lovely Planet 30 January 2023

    Paid partnership with Osprey. I’ve travelled a fair bit in the last 10 years, from weekend breaks to round the world trips…

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  • My Favourite Travel Gear

    by A Lovely Planet 30 January 2023

    I’ve done my fair share of travelling in the last few years, and I’ve been packing (and unpacking) plenty of cases. So…

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  • 10 Essential Items to Pack For a Round the World Trip

    by A Lovely Planet 4 October 2021

    No matter how many times I do it, packing can end up being a little stressful. Have I got everything I need?…

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  • The Perfect Carry On Luggage for a Long Weekend Break

    by A Lovely Planet 5 October 2021

    A guide to the best carry on luggage, bag and suitcase options to take on a long weekend break. Including backpacks and wheelie suitcases.

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  • Packing List: 5 Essentials Travel Items for your next trip

    by A Lovely Planet 17 March 2019

    Packing can sometimes be a stressful task. Making sure you have everything you need, but without taking half your wardrobe for a…

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I’m Hayley, a British travel writer and producer living in Sydney. I have a huge passion for food (especially Italian food), diving and adventure travel. A Lovely Planet offers itineraries, destination guides and tips to plan your next adventure.

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      • Morocco
      • Tanzania
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      • Cambodia
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        • Ambon
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        • Banda Islands
        • Bira
        • Komodo
        • North Sulawesi
        • Raja Ampat
      • Japan
      • Laos
      • Malaysia
      • Nepal
      • Singapore
      • Thailand
      • United Arab Emirates
    • Europe
      • Italy
        • Calabria
        • Campania
        • Emilia Romagna
        • Lazio
        • Liguria
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      How to Spend a Weekend in Brighton

      10 Day Tuscany Road Trip Itinerary

      Perth to Exmouth Road Trip 2023

      The Perfect 10 Day Samoa Itinerary 2023

      The Ultimate Two Week Northern Italy Road Trip…

      Rome to Venice Road Trip Itinerary – 10…

      10 Day Tuscany Road Trip Itinerary

      Sydney to Byron Bay Road Trip Itinerary 2023

      The Ultimate Two Week Southern Italy Road Trip…

      The Great Southern – Adelaide to Brisbane Aboard…

      Rome to Venice Road Trip Itinerary – 10…

      10 Day Tuscany Road Trip Itinerary

      Sydney to Byron Bay Road Trip Itinerary 2023

      The Ultimate Two Week Southern Italy Road Trip…

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      The Best Tacos in Mexico City

      The Best Sydney Avocado Dishes

      Things to Do in Tuscany, Italy 2023

      Must Eat Foods in Italy & Where To…

      The Best Sydney Speakeasy Bars

      The Best Tacos in Mexico City

      The Best Sydney Avocado Dishes

      Must Eat Foods in Italy & Where To…

      Clare Valley Itinerary – A Weekend in the…

      The Best Wineries in McLaren Vale

      The Best Sydney Speakeasy Bars

      Things to Do in Tuscany, Italy 2023

      Clare Valley Itinerary – A Weekend in the…

      The Best Wineries in McLaren Vale

      The Best Sydney Speakeasy Bars

      The Best Tacos in Mexico City

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      Reef Magic Review – A Great Barrier Reef…

      Perth to Exmouth Road Trip 2023

      The Best Sardinia Beaches

      French Polynesia Itinerary – Two Weeks in French…

      Perth to Exmouth Road Trip 2023

      Tasmania Road Trip – 2 Week Tasmania Itinerary…

      Kakadu Itinerary – 4 days in Kakadu and…

      How to Have a Finnish Lapland Summer Adventure

      Queenstown Activities – Things to Do in Queenstown…

      5 Ski Resort Alternatives to Skiing & Snowboarding

      A Beginners Guide to Skiing & Snowboarding

      Skiing The Three Valleys

      Reef Magic Review – A Great Barrier Reef…

      Perth to Exmouth Road Trip 2023

      The Perfect 10 Day Samoa Itinerary 2023

      The Best Sardinia Beaches

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      Vibe Hotel Canberra – Review

      Stillwater Seven, Tasmania – Review

      The Ship Inn Stanley Review

      Tanja Lagoon Camp – Review

  • Travel Tips
    • Family Travel Money Packing Sustainable Travel Volunteering All

      How to Have the Perfect Holiday in Fiji…

      Essentials for Travelling with a Baby

      Tips for Travelling with a Baby

      On The Road: Tips For a Nomadic Lifestyle

      How To Make The Most Of Your Money…

      The Amalfi Coast on a Budget

      Long Term Travel Checklist

      Choosing a Travel Backpack

      My Favourite Travel Gear

      10 Essential Items to Pack For a Round…

      Sustainable Hotels – How To Choose Eco-Friendly Accommodation

      Tanja Lagoon Camp – Review

      Responsible Tourism – How To Be A Sustainable…

      Volunteering – A Different Way to Travel

      How to Have the Perfect Holiday in Fiji…

      Essentials for Travelling with a Baby

      Sustainable Hotels – How To Choose Eco-Friendly Accommodation

      Tips for Travelling with a Baby

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      • Morocco
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    • Asia
      • Cambodia
      • Indonesia
        • Ambon
        • Bali
        • Banda Islands
        • Bira
        • Komodo
        • North Sulawesi
        • Raja Ampat
      • Japan
      • Laos
      • Malaysia
      • Nepal
      • Singapore
      • Thailand
      • United Arab Emirates
    • Europe
      • Italy
        • Calabria
        • Campania
        • Emilia Romagna
        • Lazio
        • Liguria
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      Puglia Itinerary – 3 days in Puglia 2023

      Byron Bay Itinerary – 3 days in Byron…

      Umbria Itinerary – 3 Days In Umbria, Italy

      Burgundy Itinerary – 3 Days In Burgundy, France…

      Clare Valley Itinerary – A Weekend in the…

      Puglia Itinerary – 3 days in Puglia 2023

      Byron Bay Itinerary – 3 days in Byron…

      How to Spend a Weekend in Brighton

      10 Day Tuscany Road Trip Itinerary

      Perth to Exmouth Road Trip 2023

      The Perfect 10 Day Samoa Itinerary 2023

      The Ultimate Two Week Northern Italy Road Trip…

      Rome to Venice Road Trip Itinerary – 10…

      10 Day Tuscany Road Trip Itinerary

      Sydney to Byron Bay Road Trip Itinerary 2023

      The Ultimate Two Week Southern Italy Road Trip…

      The Great Southern – Adelaide to Brisbane Aboard…

      Rome to Venice Road Trip Itinerary – 10…

      10 Day Tuscany Road Trip Itinerary

      Sydney to Byron Bay Road Trip Itinerary 2023

      The Ultimate Two Week Southern Italy Road Trip…

  • Food & Drink
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      The Best Tacos in Mexico City

      The Best Sydney Avocado Dishes

      Things to Do in Tuscany, Italy 2023

      Must Eat Foods in Italy & Where To…

      The Best Sydney Speakeasy Bars

      The Best Tacos in Mexico City

      The Best Sydney Avocado Dishes

      Must Eat Foods in Italy & Where To…

      Clare Valley Itinerary – A Weekend in the…

      The Best Wineries in McLaren Vale

      The Best Sydney Speakeasy Bars

      Things to Do in Tuscany, Italy 2023

      Clare Valley Itinerary – A Weekend in the…

      The Best Wineries in McLaren Vale

      The Best Sydney Speakeasy Bars

      The Best Tacos in Mexico City

  • Adventure Travel
    • Diving & Snorkelling Outdoor Skiing & Snowboarding All

      Reef Magic Review – A Great Barrier Reef…

      Perth to Exmouth Road Trip 2023

      The Best Sardinia Beaches

      French Polynesia Itinerary – Two Weeks in French…

      Perth to Exmouth Road Trip 2023

      Tasmania Road Trip – 2 Week Tasmania Itinerary…

      Kakadu Itinerary – 4 days in Kakadu and…

      How to Have a Finnish Lapland Summer Adventure

      Queenstown Activities – Things to Do in Queenstown…

      5 Ski Resort Alternatives to Skiing & Snowboarding

      A Beginners Guide to Skiing & Snowboarding

      Skiing The Three Valleys

      Reef Magic Review – A Great Barrier Reef…

      Perth to Exmouth Road Trip 2023

      The Perfect 10 Day Samoa Itinerary 2023

      The Best Sardinia Beaches

  • Hotels
    • An Overnight Yacht Stay in Sydney

      Vibe Hotel Canberra – Review

      Stillwater Seven, Tasmania – Review

      The Ship Inn Stanley Review

      Tanja Lagoon Camp – Review

  • Travel Tips
    • Family Travel Money Packing Sustainable Travel Volunteering All

      How to Have the Perfect Holiday in Fiji…

      Essentials for Travelling with a Baby

      Tips for Travelling with a Baby

      On The Road: Tips For a Nomadic Lifestyle

      How To Make The Most Of Your Money…

      The Amalfi Coast on a Budget

      Long Term Travel Checklist

      Choosing a Travel Backpack

      My Favourite Travel Gear

      10 Essential Items to Pack For a Round…

      Sustainable Hotels – How To Choose Eco-Friendly Accommodation

      Tanja Lagoon Camp – Review

      Responsible Tourism – How To Be A Sustainable…

      Volunteering – A Different Way to Travel

      How to Have the Perfect Holiday in Fiji…

      Essentials for Travelling with a Baby

      Sustainable Hotels – How To Choose Eco-Friendly Accommodation

      Tips for Travelling with a Baby

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