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Sweny's Chemist

Five Lesser Known Gems in Dublin: tips from a local guide

Have you ever been to Dublin? This compact, walk-able city is an absolute delight to explore, whether it’s your first or your fifteenth visit. With an abundance of history and culture, there is always something new to

Aug 11 2011

Brooklyn Bridge

Five Places to Uncover Art and History in Brooklyn

A twenty minute walk across one of the world’s most iconic bridges leads commuters, pleasure-strolling locals and visitors across the East River to Brooklyn, NY. A world away from the high rises of lower Manhattan,

Aug 09 2011

Pamela in Paris, one of the busiest guides on ToursByLocals

What goes into the making of a truly great guide?

You'll have to stay tuned for the answer, but know that we're working on coming up with a comprehensive response to this big question! We're reaching out to the most popular guides on our site, and to the travelers on

Aug 05 2011

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Five Culinary Adventures at the Los Angeles Farmer's Market

Today we’re handing the blog reins over to Steven, a local guide from Los Angeles, California. Steve has some excellent local insight to share about the culinary offerings on hand at LA’s famous Farmer’s Market.

Aug 03 2011

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Enjoying Kyoto's Gion Matsuri Festival With A Local Guide

One of our Japanese guides received a particularly lovely review today from travelers who had recently visited Kyoto during the city’s popular Gion Matsuri festival. One of the most famous and most well-attended

Aug 01 2011

LA MERCE FESTIVAL: Merce Fireworks

Top 5 Festivals in Barcelona for Photographers

Have you ever been to Barcelona? Spain’s busiest port and most cosmopolitan city is filled with daring art and architecture, simply begging to be photographed. One of our local guides, Laurie, designs tours specifically

Jul 29 2011

Niagara on the Lake

Five Must-Do Day Trips from Toronto

While Toronto isn’t the capital of Canada, it’s our country’s largest, busiest and (of course this is debateable!) most exciting city. The impact of multi-culturalism on Toronto’s many neighbourhoods can’t be

Jul 27 2011

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Why Armenia should be on your travel list!

Have you ever considered a trip to Armenia? Today’s guest blogger, Gevorg, an experienced local guide operating out of Yerevan, is here to tell you why we should all think about making Armenia our next travel

Jul 25 2011

Peak to Peak Gondola

Just in time for the weekend: Whistler Locals' Summer Secrets

Being a Whistler local is a special thing, something many Canadians aspire to, but few achieve! Our local guide Laurie is fortunate to have spent nearly 40 years living in this stunning mountain community, where some of

Jul 22 2011

The Cape Floristic Region in full bloom

Travel tips & Planning Info for South Africa’s Cape Floristic Region

Today one of our local South African guides, Charmaine, is on hand to explain the unique and colourful Cape Floristic Region, which is about to erupt in its annual flowering season. Hopefully you've planned your trip to

Jul 20 2011

The Bridge at Deception Pass

Adventures Close to Home

Last week I threw my tent and 3 sleeping bags into the trunk of our car and headed to Puget Sound for an impromptu camping trip. “Impromptu” and “camping” are words that really shouldn’t go together, unless you’re a

Jul 18 2011

Tideflats at Pacific Rim National Park

Making the Most of a Visit to Vancouver Island: tips from a local

No visit to Canada’s West Coast is complete without taking a BC Ferry (or seaplane) across the Georgia Straight to Vancouver Island. The Island epitomizes the spectacular Pacific Northwest, with its scenic mountain and

Jul 15 2011