Kira Puru

Melbourne

A no-frills dive bar in the heart of Fitzroy. It's been one of my favourite haunts for like ten years and it literally hasn't changed that entire time.

A classic all-rounder, great for first dates, meet-the-parents, business meetings, or drinks with mates. The vibe is awesome, sangria is delicious, food is great, though it's a high risk game taking Americans out for Mexican. The fish taco is lit.

A tiny little cafe on Sparta Lane in Brunswick. I go for the lone barista, Michael's dry banter, but yeah, the coffee is good too.

This is your cheap and cheerful date night shit. $9 will get you a massive pasta but $40 will get you a literal 3 course meal for two. If you're broke and into carbs, this is it.

The wine list is always short but great, and if you can't get dirty martinis dirty enough. Here's your joint.

First Saturday of every month, this is the hot tip for cheap designer vintage gems, and yeah, you can drink while you shop.

Pretty sure I had the best dinner of my life here. I guess you've gotta like meat though. Seriously take a day off eating before you go here because it's really sad when you're full.

My two rogue punk mates own this dive bar in Thornbury, it's a safe bet for random weird times and a very diverse crowd.

So close to the city but so handy if you need to be amongst some nature and clear your mind for a bit. Perfect for a little afternoon bike ride.

This is a real cute first date vibe. The decor is simple and stylish, the staff are sweet and there's always a great record spinning.

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Drew Smith

Yosemite

This is the place to camp, the only first come first serve campground in Yosemite. Camp 4 is listed on the National Register of Historic Places because of its nationally significant role in the development of rock climbing as a sport. You will meet travellers and climbers from all over the world here.

My favorite place to look up at El Capitan. Yosemite’s most iconic formation, rising 3000ft straight up from the valley floor. Once you've parked, grab a blanket, snacks, and a beverage. With these items in hand, find a spot to relax and enjoy the sunset. A spot that is my favorite is right next to the tree on the eastern side of the meadow.

If you’re into sunsets this is the spot. Park at the Taft Point trailhead and hike 20-30 minutes. You'll get impressive views of the north valley wall, including El Capitan (which you'll actually be looking down on) and Yosemite Falls.

Taking the Mist Trail up to Nevada Falls is one of my favorite hikes. The steep hike follows the Merced River. Starting at Happy Isles in Yosemite Valley, you’ll hike past Vernal Falls and Emerald Pool, ending at Nevada Falls. Hiking to Nevada Falls is around 3.5 miles and the views are breathtaking all along the way.

If it’s raining or you just feel like chilling inside. The Ahwahnee has big sitting rooms and is the best place to read a book under the impressive architecture.

Best pizza in the Valley. After a big day out this is my go-to: grabbing a pizza and cold beverage.

If you forget any supplies and need anything from clothing to climbing gear this place has it all.

This natural spring is just off the road while driving into Yosemite Valley. It’s a great place to fill up water bottles and take a break. Some say the water is healing.

This is a Yosemite classic, a fun long 5.10 climb that takes you floor to rim. Covering lots of ground with a solid partner are some of my favorite days out.

This might be the best 5.11c multi-pitch rock climb on earth. Every pitch is high-quality and would be sought after individual classics were they at any crag, but stacked on top of each other they create a superb and memorable challenge. The climbing is secure, well protected, and physical.

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Kadek Merta Dwi Guna

Bali

Trunyan Village is a historical spot where first Balinese tribe live—Bali Aga, or also known as Bali Muga. They are known for their death rituals: they do not bury people but leave bodies under a bamboo shelter, placed under a sacred tree called “Tarumenyan tree”  at the village cemetery, with the belief that it eliminates the smell of decay. Only married men and women who died from natural causes can be buried at this cemetery.

This is the best place for camping in Bali and it's also the closest hill to face Mount Agung, which is the highest point of Bali and an active volcano. It last erupted in 2018. It's a magnificent feeling to stare and stand face to face with the king of the island.

Bukit Asah has a perfect cliff view, and is also one of the best camping spots. For people who like uncrowded beaches, Bukit Asah offers white sands, blue water, healthy reef coral good for snorkelling. It's a quiet spot,  perfect for “me time”.

Big open hill perfect for motocross. It's also great for camping, fishing or boating on the lake and hiking mount Batur to catch the sunrise. 

Batur has one of the biggest temples in Bali, once a year Balinese people go there for big ceremonies. This place is a perfect place to feel the culture and experience nature. 

Amed Beach is very famous worldwide! It's the best snorkelling and diving spot and the perfect place to see Bali underwater life

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City Daze

London

Start at Alexandra Palace and enjoy the incredible views over London. Then, head towards Highgate Woods. Peaceful and green, full of tall trees and little clearings perfect for sitting down, taking a breath and soaking it all in. You feel a world away from the hustle. If you want to continue, Queen Woods is right next door and is home to one of the loveliest woodland cafe’s around. 

Bushy Park is a beautiful alternative to Richmond Park for those who want to wander through wide open spaces, tall grass, roaming deer, listen to the sound of woodpeckers and stare at big skies. There are lots of hidden trails taking you through pockets of woodland, streams and ponds making for a lovely adventure. The perfect recipe for regulating your nervous system and inspiring creativity. While it’s a little bit further out than the rest of the routes, you can still get there by bus from central London. 

While Hampstead Heath holds the limelight and rightly so, Golders Hill Park and the Hill Garden & Pergola offer a quieter, lesser known alternative. This route winds through beautiful gardens, ponds, shaded woodland paths, and leads you to the Pergola - a raised, ivy-covered walkway with crumbling stone columns and gorgeous views over the flowers below. Golders Hill itself is full of surprises - there’s a deer enclosure and a small aviary where you can spot owls among other birds. It’s a calm, open space with ponds, a café, and plenty of benches to pause on. If you’re looking for the beauty of the Heath without the crowds, this is definitely a detour worth taking.

Start in the bustle of the market and head towards Mare Street and King Edwards Road. After a short stretch, the path opens into Victoria Park where you can have a wander among the tree-lined paths or cut across the open fields. From there, the route dips onto the canal and winds through more industrial surroundings past old warehouses, murals, and the echoes of raves gone by before reaching Hackney Wick. A walk that mixes calm and character with plenty of chances to stop and take in the surroundings.

Hackney is where it all started for us! This is where City Daze was born and where we (Rose and Zoe) became friends, psychologists and walking guides. Start from Walthamstow Wetlands and head down towards the Marshes - both mystical in their own right. Tucked in East London, the Marshes stretch wide with wild paths and pockets of stillness that make the city feel miles away. There are hidden corners everywhere, from open fields to secret woodland trails, but the area around the Middlesex Filter Beds is our go to. 

Pack refreshments as you’ll likely get lost in the marshes' charm and lose track of time. 

If you’re looking for a mix of history, green space and classic views, the route from Cutty Sark to Greenwich Park and the Royal Observatory is a must. Head off from the Cutty Sark Ship and walk uphill into Greenwich Park for the most beautiful London skyline and the chance to visit the Royal Observatory and Prime meridian line. 

It’s a lovely route that blends a day out in the city with the vast open space you’d typically get in the countryside.

The Three Brockley Peaks is a loop linking Hilly Fields, Blythe Hill, and One Tree Hill - three underrated high points in South London with some of the best panoramic views across the city. It’s a walk that takes you through green pockets, woodland paths, and open skies, showing just how much nature South East has to offer. Perfect for golden hour or a slow Sunday reset.

Battersea Park is a green gem right by the Thames, perfect for a walk and talk meet up. It’s got everything: wide open lawns, water, woodland trails, and a cool sculpture garden. We’d recommend heading down Terrace Walk towards the London Peace Pergoda for the views. You’ll spot swans, squirrels, and plenty of locals out for a stroll or picnic. 

If you find yourself overwhelmed in central London and looking for a beautiful park to unwind, within a few minutes you can be among flowers, wildlife and history. The Green Park & St James Park circular is the one. Tucked behind Buckingham Palace this route offers a breather in the heart of the city. Pause by the water or watch the Pelicans roam around before heading back into the charming chaos of the city. 

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anaiis

Hawai'i

It’s been a ritual for me to do this hike on January 1st, it’s about 5-7 hours of the most ethereal otherworldly beauty, feels like being on mars. You need two cars unless you hitch hike your way back to the top after the hike, bring loads of water and drink it slowly.

My favouuuuuurite fish tacos, definitely get them from this location. The mango salsa is so yummy.

There’s a little hut on the road to Hana, just have to keep an eye out for it. They make the best banana bread with these special breeds of bananas in maui the apple-banana and the ice-cream banana.

This is hidden spot on the road to Hana, but so gorgeous and unexpected.

My favourite activity on Maui, park your car in the parking lot for big beach, walk to the right extremity of the beach and climb up the hill which will lead you to the other side. There’s a drum circle on this nude beach every Sunday and it’s such vibes.

Star gazing La Perouse Bay -- go way past midnight, be mindful of the deers you may encounter on the drive there, and star gaze from the bay’s parking lot.

I love this jungly hike, it feels so good to be immersed in all of the greenery.

Sneak into the Andaz hotel for a nice hot tub / sunset. I love sneaking in to the Andaz, via the beach front… act cool. Really nice view of the sunset from the hot tub.

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