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The pristine beach and perfect surf on the island of Chacahua, part of a national park
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Hi, I'm zoe

Backpacking traveller, adventure seeker, writer. I’ve just landed back in the UK after a dream 19-month trip around to world.

I’ve always loved to travel. From countryside or seaside day trips in the UK to fast-paced city breaks and idyllic weeks on tropical beaches. 

So, in 2021, I pressed pause on my corporate writing job to backpack around the world. A journey that is documented through the in-depth, honest and practical travel guides I write as a travel blogger.

zoegoesplaces.com is an outdoor- and adventure-focused travel blog. Mountains and volcanos, beaches and waterfalls, hiking trails and adventure sports, and so much more. 

So whether you’re looking for something near or far, long haul or hometown, you can find your inspiration here. There’s no adventure too big or small…  

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The Glenfinnan Viewpoint and Glenfinnan Viaduct Viewpoint with the best spot over the tracks to spot the steam train when it runs
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Want to see the real-life Hogwarts Express? The best view's at the Glenfinnan Viaduct Viewpoint. Find out everything in this 2023 guide...

The vivid blues of the Caribbean Sea with Tulum ruins to one side. The gold sand beach is also visible in the bottom-left corner
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Zoe stood looking out over the ruins of Machu Picchu on the mountain top. She is wearing a pink Peruvian jumper with a colourful pattern and has her hair in two plaits.
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The most detailed guide on how to get from Lima to Machu Picchu in 2023, including getting to Cusco and Aguas Calientes along the way.

The beautiful Kolsay Lake. The best time to visit Kazakhstan for outdoor pursuits is in the summer months
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Zoe stood inside the Registan in Samarkand, one of the landmark buildings in Uzbekistan. The blue tiled patterns are unique to this part of the world and are striking.
Best Time to Visit Uzbekistan (Discover Central Asia's Beauty)

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The impressive mountain-top ruins of Machu Picchu, situated above the town of Aguas Calientes in Peru
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There's only 2 ways to go from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu: bus or steep hike. Read for more on prices, times, bookings & travel tips...

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