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huskys sit on Helen from Differentville at True Love Neverland, Bangkok

28 Fun and Unusual Things to do in Bangkok

February 6, 2026January 28, 2026 by Helen from Differentville

There’s a LOT to do in Bangkok. The city is enormous and even just visiting the big sights like the Wat Pho, the Grand Palace and Khao San Road will take the best part of a one week trip to the city, but, while you’re scoping out those sights, or, if it’s your second or …

17 Fun & Unusual Things to do in Paris

June 16, 2022May 27, 2022 by Helen from Differentville

Everyone knows the big ticket items you need to see in Paris – the Eiffel Tower, Sacre Couer, all the cheese! but, what if you’re looking for some more fun and unusual things to do in Paris to add to your trip. Thankfully we know a man who can help with that – and he gave us a list!

statue of a rhino 'wearing' a white studden suit, an Elvis quiff and gold glasses in Parkes NSW

The Elvis Tour of Parkes, NSW: 10 Stops Fit for A King!

August 15, 2026April 16, 2022 by Helen from Differentville

As far as I’m aware, Elvis never visited the small town of Parkes, about an hour’s drive from Dubbo in NSW, but he’s certainly making his presence felt now. There’s statues of Elvis, there’s murals of Elvis you can even buy a bit of his hair – so, where should you stop on your Elvis Tour of Parkes?

bear shaped soup base at Spice World Sydney Chinatown

19 Fun and Unusual Things to Do in Chinatown, Sydney (and Nearby)

December 30, 2022January 15, 2022 by Helen from Differentville

At first glance, you might not think there’s a lot of unusual things to do in Chinatown, Sydney – but if you know where to look in the myraid of restaurants and small alleys full of shops that fill the area you’ll find all sorts of fun things to eat, see and do…. particularly eat. …

18 Fun and Unusual Things to do in Southbank, London

August 15, 2026October 3, 2021 by Helen from Differentville

When I lived in London I actually worked on the Southbank. Back then the highlight of my day was what filling to have in my lunchtime sandwich (from the office sandwich bar) – or, which of the two pubs to go to after work – as there wasn’t a lot around there. Thankfully, the area …

Rainbow artwork made of shipping container. One of the fun things to do in Perth

26 Fun and Unusual Things To Do In Perth

February 10, 2025September 24, 2021 by Helen from Differentville

If you’d asked me how many unusual things to do in Perth would be on this list before I went there, I’d probably have said less than 10 – but boy was I wrong. I found so many fun and different things to do on this trip, there was a brief discussion about moving there! …

Sydney Opera House during Vivid - one of the fun things to do in Circular Quay

31 Fun and Unusual Things to do in Circular Quay

February 10, 2025July 3, 2021 by Helen from Differentville

Chances are if you’re visiting Sydney, you’re going to end up in Circular Quay. It’s the access point to the Opera House, the place where you get on the iconic Manly Ferry, it’s home to bars, restaurants and buskers with didgeridoos, but alongside enjoying all these things, there are also some less well known, more quirky and just plain fun things to do in Circular Quay.

20 Fun & Unusual Things to do in Broken Hill & Silverton, NSW

August 15, 2026June 19, 2021 by Helen from Differentville

The old mining town of Broken Hill is famous for pubs, art galleries and drag queens. If that wasn’t enough, the tiny town of Silverton next door was where Mad Max 2 was filmed and has a herd of roaming donkeys that like to visit the pub and meet the people… it’s no wonder it’s …

Street art mural of Steve Irwin in Adelaide

31 Unusual & Fun Things To Do In Adelaide

February 10, 2025June 12, 2021 by Helen from Differentville

Adelaide is known as the city of churches – but there aren’t any of those in this article. There are however 31 other quirky, fun, and unusual things to do in Adelaide that you might want to try.

20 Fun & Unusual Things to Do in Manly, Sydney

August 15, 2026May 30, 2021 by Helen from Differentville

The city of Manly, a short ferry ride from the Sydney CBD, is best known for it’s long sandy beach – but, going to see the sea is not the only reason to visit Manly – here’s 20 more fun and unusual things to do in Manly, Sydney. 1. Find the Manly Wormhole It’s got …