How to Attend the Cooper’s Hill Cheese Rolling : Insider Tips!
Adventurous Kate contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I will earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks! It’s the last Monday in May on Cooper’s Hill in Gloucestershire, England, and I’m standing on a frighteningly steep slope, ready to watch 25 daredevils hurl themselves down after a […]
Best Mid-Range Hotels in Paris
Looking for good mid-range hotels in Paris that are actually worth the price? After living in Paris for over 20 years, I know how much the location of a hotel can make or break your stay—and how many places look great online but aren’t in the right area or don’t live up to expectations. In […]
18-to-Thirtysomethings travel diaries: Ritesh’s 200+ days around the world
From leaving behind full-time office life in Sydney to spending more than 200 days exploring the world, Ritesh’s (@ritto94) journey is all about adventure, connection, and saying yes to new experiences. After booking his first 18-to-Thirtysomethings tour at 30 years old, he quickly realised group travel offered far more than just convenience — it gave […]
Parks & Gardens Open at Night in Paris ⋆ Secrets of Paris
When the temperatures spike into “canicule” heatwave levels (like the one we’ve been having this week), the city of Paris opens several municipal parks until midnight where you can go to cool off without resorting to air-conditioning. Green Spaces Open 24/7 All Year While there are technically 140 Parisian “green spaces” that are open […]
A Guide to Financing Your Paris Apartment
by Paris Perfect Published: May 28th, 2026 Buying an apartment in Paris is an exciting step, but arranging financing in another country can feel daunting, especially when the process works differently from what you may be used to at home. The good news is that international buyers often have more options than they realize. Understanding […]
How to visit Europe without making overtourism worse
92 As Europe braces for another influx of tourists this summer, the guides behind Intrepid’s new Uncommon Day Trips in Barcelona, Venice and Paris explain why, rather than turning away from the hotspots, we should rethink how we explore them instead. Standing shoulder-to-shoulder in long, slow-moving queues. Narrow streets choked with headset-wearing cruise passengers. A […]
Paris Through My Lens: City Daily Photo Theme Day
Since I sadly do not live in Paris, I’m sharing a photo from our window this last trip in early March. We were on an upper floor so I had the pleasure of photographing the rooftops in all times of day and weather. Rue des Entrepreneurs. Today, the first of the month, I’m joining my […]
What NOT to Do in Uzbekistan (Common Mistakes to Avoid!)
Adventurous Kate contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I will earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks! Uzbekistan is a fascinating country, filled with Silk Road history, stunning turquoise mosaics, and some of the best souvenir shopping I’ve ever experienced. I enjoyed my solo trip to Uzbekistan, […]
10 UNESCO World Heritage Sites you can explore on tour
Across the globe, there are now 1,248 sites (as of July 2025) recognised by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) for their outstanding value to humanity. Receiving World Heritage Site status means a place is considered culturally and/or naturally significant enough to deserve protection for future generations. It’s therefore a natural starting […]
Secrets of Paris Community Update: May 21, 2026 ⋆ Secrets of Paris
This month’s update includes two excellent museum expositions — one on American war photographer Lee Miller and another on books, propaganda, and violence at the Bibliothèque de l’Arsenal — along with new additions to the Paris flea market and Faubourg Saint-Antoine guides, overlooked boutiques and cafés, vegan-friendly dining finds, and a closer look at the […]