Plan Your Next Adventure with Travel with Manu

Discover curated destinations, travel stories, and itineraries to inspire your next journey.

I have been travelling and planning trips for more than 20 years, always drawn to new places, flavours, and experiences. Travel has shaped how I see the world. It has taught me to slow down, connect with people, and appreciate the small details that make each journey unforgettable.

Wherever I go, I bring my travel journal. It’s filled with notes, ticket stubs, and mementos that capture the feeling of each place I visit. Over time, those pages have become a treasure chest of memories, full of colour, laughter, and the unexpected moments that make travelling so special.

For me, travel is about connection. It’s not about counting countries but about the stories, flavours, and friendships that stay with you long after you return home. Through my guides and stories, I hope to inspire you to plan adventures that bring joy, meaning, and a sense of wonder to your life.

A Glimpse Into my Travels

Winter landscape in Cortina d’Ampezzo with snow and alpine trees.

10 Must-Do Things in Cortina d’Ampezzo, Dolomites

Romantic park in Paris with colourful flowers and historic buildings in the background.

10 Dreamy Places to Visit When You’re in Love

Purple and pink Aurora Australis glowing low on the horizon over New South Wales.

6 Places in New South Wales (NSW) to See the Aurora Australis

About Travel with Manu

Travel with Manu began as a way to collect stories, photographs, and experiences gathered over years of exploring the world. It has grown into a space where I share my favourite destinations, detailed itineraries, and thoughtful advice that make travel planning easier and more enjoyable.

Each article is written with care and curiosity. You’ll find personal reflections, practical tips, and local recommendations inspired by real experiences. Every piece aims to show travel as something meaningful, not rushed or out of reach.

Travel with Manu is built on authenticity and curiosity. It’s about sharing stories that remind us how travel opens our eyes and hearts, helping us find beauty in every place we go and every person we meet.

Discover the World with Me

I’ve gathered my favourite travel stories from places that have left a mark on me.

I hope they give you new ideas and remind you how wonderful it feels to explore somewhere new.

6 Places in New South Wales to See the Aurora Australis

In January, unexpected colour appeared in the sky across parts of New South Wales. I’ve put together the places where it happened and what to know if you’re watching again.