Inspiring Travel Writing from Marie Cleland
Marie Cleland is a freelance travel journalist based in London. She specialises in Eastern Europe, though her travels take her across the globe. Born and raised in New Zealand, she completed a degree in Ancient Egyptian history and language before gaining a postgraduate degree in journalism.
Marie edited design and architecture magazines for several years before pursuing her passion for travel writing. She loves exploring off the beaten track and is particularly interested in traditional cultures. In recent years she has experienced life in Saxon villages in Transylvania, Karen villages in northern Thailand and the islands of Lake Titicaca in Peru.
Recent commissions have taken Marie to Slovenia, Lithuania, Romania, Portugal, France and Spain, with articles appearing in easyJet Traveller, CNN Traveller, Inspire, Ryanair magazine, Jetstar magazine, Wizzit! (Wizz Air inflight magazine) and b.there! (Brussels Airlines inflight magazine).
www.mariecleland.co.uk
Marie edited design and architecture magazines for several years before pursuing her passion for travel writing. She loves exploring off the beaten track and is particularly interested in traditional cultures. In recent years she has experienced life in Saxon villages in Transylvania, Karen villages in northern Thailand and the islands of Lake Titicaca in Peru.
Recent commissions have taken Marie to Slovenia, Lithuania, Romania, Portugal, France and Spain, with articles appearing in easyJet Traveller, CNN Traveller, Inspire, Ryanair magazine, Jetstar magazine, Wizzit! (Wizz Air inflight magazine) and b.there! (Brussels Airlines inflight magazine).
www.mariecleland.co.uk
Articles by Marie Cleland
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Off the Beaten Track in Queensland
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Marie Cleland
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Australia
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Queensland
Queensland is a nature-lover’s paradise, but if you want a world-class wildlife experience away from the crowds, head to the secluded beach resort of Bargara. An easy four hours’ drive north from Brisbane along the Bruce Highway, or one hour from...
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Take Five Street Art Cities: Copenhagen, Paris, Brighton, Lisbon, Stockholm
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Marie Cleland
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Denmark
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Zealand
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Copenhagen
Want a city break with a difference? Check out some of Europe’s urban landscapes through the eyes of the artists who know them best... 1. Copenhagen – Victor Ash Born in Portugal, a long-time resident of Paris, and now living and working in...
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The New Chic in London’s Gritty East End
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Marie Cleland
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United Kingdom
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Greater London
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London
If Shoreditch, in the East End of London, has a vernacular, it’s a grungy lounge bar with beaten Chesterfields, exposed brick walls and salvaged timber detailing. It’s a look that has dominated the neighbourhood since gentrification began over a...
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Contemporary Design and Architecture in Vilnius, Lithuania
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Marie Cleland
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Lithuania
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Vilnius and the East
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Vilnius
With new museums, world-renowned architects and institutes, cutting-edge design and ambitious art fairs – this year is Vilnius’ chance to shine on the international stage and it’s doing everything it can to live up to its potential.The Lithuania of...
Reviews by Marie Cleland
Hotel Advokat | Marie ClelandThis boutique hotel is chic and understated, offering a smart and comfortable base for exploring the central city. The Advokat opened in 1998 but its timeless design hasn’t dated. A pared-back colour scheme includes subtle creamy-yellow nods to the...