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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger

@doublemacbex.bsky.social

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Best served caffeinated. I write a blog about coffee, travel and coffee on my travels. WWFC fan 🐺 & FPL player, runner, reader and recovering linguist. She/her. www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

☕️ New #specialtycoffee post — a long-overdue update to my #KingsCross coffee guide 👇 www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/09/king...

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

🇫🇷 Just outside the spectacular hilltop village of Les Baux, we found the perfect hotel to relax, unwind and indulge midway through our #Provence road trip. 2 Michelin-rated restaurants, 3 pools, 4 goats and at least 4 cats 🐈‍⬛ www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/09/baum...

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A Taste of Provençal Luxury at Baumanière Hotel & Spa

My review of Baumanière, a 5-star hotel in Les Baux-de-Provence with beautiful grounds, three swimming pools and Michelin-rated gastronomy.

Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

🇫🇷 New #travel post: a magnificent two-day road trip in #Provence, featuring Roman history, Van Gogh sites and spectacular villages perchés 👇 www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/09/two-...

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Two Days in Provence: Roman Routes, Van Gogh & Villages Perchés

Two day road trip in Provence from Cannes. The itinerary includes Arles, Les Baux de Provence, Saint Remy, Gordes and Roussillon.

Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

🇫🇷 New #travel blog: 15 of the best things to do and see in #Cannes, #France, from patisseries and perfume-making to movie murals and cocktails at The White Lotus Cannes! www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/09/best...

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15 Fun Things To Do in Cannes

15 of the best things to do in Cannes on the French Riviera.

Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

🇬🇧 New blog: how to spend a day in #KingsCross, #London. Fun things to do — from exploring the industrial heritage to cultural gems and ice cream history 🍨 — and my favourite places to eat, drink and shop 👇 www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/08/best...

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How To Spend a Perfect Day in King's Cross, London

My neighbourhood guide to King's Cross in London, featuring architecture, industrial heritage, cultural gems and all the best places to eat and drink.

Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

#Invite I love taking food tours whenever I travel and last week I got to eat my way around #London's iconic Borough Market with Eating Europe. Find out what I thought — and ate — on my blog👇 www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/08/boro...

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Tasting the 'Best of British' on a Borough Market Food Tour

My review of the Borough Market food tour I took with Eating Europe in London.

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

🇬🇧 New #travel guide: 52 fun and unique things to do in #London. Read the full article for the great views, food tips, hidden history and fun experiences 👇 www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/08/best...

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52 Fun and Unique Things To Do in London

I've lived in London for over 20 years and these are 52 of my favourite unique and fun things to do in London.

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

🏖️ Castles, coffee, cuisine and culture! How to spend a perfect beach day in #Hastings and #StLeonards on Sea www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/08/hast...

Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

🇦🇹 My review of Hotel Altstadt — an elegant boutique hotel in #Vienna’s cool 7th district where art meets hospitality (and more than a hint of #AccidentallyWesAnderson!) 👇 www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/07/hote...

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The Art of Hospitality: Hotel Altstadt Vienna Review

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

A fab night of #FridaKahlo art and Frida-inspired food and #specialtycoffee at the Tate Modern, #London 👇 www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/07/frid...

Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

New blog: returning to Riding House Cafe, which has been one of my favourite #London #brunch spots for 15 years 🍽️ www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/07/ridi...

Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

New blog: returning to Riding House Cafe, which has been one of my favourite #London #brunch spots for 15 years 🍽️ www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/07/ridi...

Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

New #travel blog post: my review of the Baggu Medium Crescent as a travel day bag and what I pack for a summer day out on the beach 🏖️ www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/07/bagg...

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What's in My Travel Day Bag (Baggu Medium Crescent)

I review the Baggu Medium Crescent as a travel day bag and share what I pack in it for a summer day out.

Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

New #travel blog post: 8 of the best beaches near #London (no car needed). Whether you prefer sand or pebbles, stunning scenery or seaside attractions, my guide will help you find the perfect beach for your next day trip 🏖️ www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/07/best...

Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

🇧🇪 Postcards from 5 scorching days in #Brussels: golden hour strolls, sunset views, Magritte, street art and lots of great food and drink www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/07/five...

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Five Days in Brussels: Sights, Bites and Golden Nights

My guide to spending a long weekend in Brussels, Belgium, in the summer, with ideas for things to do and see and places to eat, drink and stay.

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

🇧🇪Visiting #Brussels in a heatwave wasn't ideal for exploring #specialtycoffee shops but I went to 8 great cafes & roasters. I even tried beer-hops-fermented coffee ☕🍺 — when in Belgium... Find out what it was like & my favourite coffee spots on my blog 👇 www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/07/best...

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Eight Specialty Coffee Shops To Visit in Brussels

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Chasing blue skies on the Dorset Coast — a day trip to Durdle Door ans Lulworth Cove when the weather didn’t exactly play ball! 🌤️ www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/06/durd...

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Daytripping to Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove

My experience taking a small-group tour from Bournemouth to Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove in cloudy weather.

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

New on the blog: my guide to spending a perfect weekend in #EastLondon, with all my favourite things to do and places to eat, drink and shop 👇 www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/06/east...

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How To Spend a Perfect Weekend in East London

My 2-day itinerary for visiting East London, with recommendations for things to do, art, markets, food, coffee and shopping.

Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

New blog post: 15 of my favourite #London #cocktail bars 🍸https://www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/06/best-cocktail-bars-london-mixology.html

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My 15 Favourite London Cocktail Bars

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

It had been 8 years since my last trip to #Paris and the #specialtycoffee scene has continued to expand and evolve. Here are some of the highlights from my recent visit 👇 www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/06/pari...

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The Paris Caffeine Chronicles: June 2026 Update

I visited 7 great specialty coffee shops on my recent trip to Paris, many in and around the 6th arrondissement. Here's what I thought!

Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

New #travel blog: 48 hours in #Paris. Things to do, places to eat, drink and stay and tips for staying cool during a heatwave! www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/06/thre...

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48 Hours in Paris: Old Haunts and New Discoveries

My guide to spending 48 hours in Paris in a heatwave. Things to do, places to eat, drink and stay, and tips to stay cool.

Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

New #travel blog: 10 things I love about #Margate, from cliffside walks and quirky attractions to art, great food and, of course, the beach 🏖️ www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/05/best...

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10 Things I Love About Margate

My guide to spending a perfect day in Margate on the Kent Coast: beaches, walks, food, shopping, art and lots of quirky 'only in Margate' attractions.

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

The best things to do, see, eat and drink in #Bermondsey, #London — a local's guide to food, art, walks, views and hidden gems. There's even a beach (sort of)! www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/05/best...

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How To Spend a Day in Bermondsey, London — A Local's Guide

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

New Caffeine Chronicles post: at Devotion Coffee in Angel, the devotion to #specialtycoffee is truly impressive! Even I took forever to choose from among the sweetie-shop-like array of coffees from some of Europe's top roasters! 👇 www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/05/devo...

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

🇩🇪 A fun day out in Bergisches Land, #Germany: visiting Burg Castle (Anne of Cleves’ childhood home) and sampling Bergische Kaffeetal, a regional coffee and cake tradition! ☕️ 🔗 www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/05/berg...

Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

If you’re visiting Düsseldorf or Cologne, climbing Müngsten Bridge — #Germany’s highest railway bridge — makes a great day trip. Read all about my exhilarating experience on my blog 👇 www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/05/mung...

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Climbing Müngsten Bridge — Germany's Highest Railway Bridge

Is the Mungsten Bridge Climb in Solingen, Germany, worth it? My experience climbing Germany's highest railway bridge.

Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

New blog: my guide to walking Regent’s Canal from Little Venice to Limehouse, one of #London’s best walks. There are royal parks, elegant villas, cool neighbourhoods, floating bookshops and even sharks! Read my blog for all the details 👇 www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/04/rege...

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London Wanders: Little Venice to Limehouse along Regent's Canal

My guide to walking along Regent's Canal from Little Venice to Limehouse, via Regent's Park, Camden, King's Cross and Hackney.

Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

New blog post: 4 coffee shops to visit in #Bratislava, a city with a long history of traditional cafes and a burgeoning #specialtycoffee scene ☕🇸🇰 www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/04/best...

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Four Specialty Coffee Shops To Visit in Bratislava

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

New #travel blogs: how to spend a day in #Bratislava. The Slovakian capital has a lot to see and do, from its hilltop castle and UFO Tower, to the pretty Old Town and world-class cocktails. Here’s what I got up to on my day trip from #Vienna: www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/04/brat...

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A Perfect Day Trip to Bratislava, Slovakia's Charming Capital

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

🇦🇹 New blog post: 10 #specialtycoffee shops to visit in #Vienna, Austria (plus a more traditional Viennese coffee coffee) ☕ www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/04/best...

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Ten Specialty Coffee Shops To Visit in Vienna

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

New #travel blog: how to spend 3 perfect days in #Vienna. My tips for the best things to see and do, and places to eat, drink, shop and stay: www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/04/thre...

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

#Bermondsey in SE #London has a long connection with coffee and it's now a great #specialtycoffee destination. I've lived in the neighbourhood for well over a decade and these are my favourite coffee spots: www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/03/best...

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Bermondsey Specialty Coffee Shops: A Local's Guide

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

New #specialtycoffee blog post: I paid a visit to Workshop Coffee’s gorgeous new cafe and training academy in Belgravia. It was a great experience, from the coffee and food to the warm service and décor ☕️ 🔗 www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/03/work...

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The Caffeine Chronicles: Workshop Cafe & Academy, Belgravia

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

🇫🇷 My new #Cannes #travel guide has been 30 years in the making! And what fun I've had researching it over the years, from the fab food and beautiful beaches to Film Festival glamour 🎬, plus all my tips for making the most of your visit! 🏖️ www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/03/cann...

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A Complete Guide to Cannes: Beach Days, Bistros and Boat Trips

I've been visiting Cannes on the French Riviera for over 30 years. This my guide to the best things to do, restaurants, hotels, beaches and day trips.

Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

#Barcelona has some of Europe's best #specialtycoffee shops, roasters and cafes. These are some of my favourites from my recent trip. There's even an a coffee arcade-style claw machine 🕹️, plus a a bonus coffee cocktail experience! ☕☁️ 🔗 www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/03/barc...

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Eight Specialty Coffee Shops To Visit in Barcelona

My guide to the best specialty coffee spots from my recent visit to Barcelona: roasters, coffee shops and cafes.

Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

New #travel blog: how to spend a long weekend in #Barcelona. Check out my 3-day itinerary with all the best things to see and do, from Gaudí to gastronomy, and El Born to the beach 👇 www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/03/thre...

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How To Spend a Long Weekend in Barcelona: A 3-Day Winter Itinerary

My guide to spending three days in Barcelona in winter. I share my itinerary and recommendations for things to do and places to eat, drink and shop.

Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

☕️Espresso by the sea! 🌊 The #specialtycoffee scene in #Cannes has really kicked into gear in the past few years. Here are my favourite coffee shops and cafes to visit: 🔗 www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/02/cann...

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Six Specialty Coffee Shops To Visit in Cannes

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

New #travel blog post: how to spend a day in #Antibes: history, hikes, Picasso and absinthe on the French Riviera 🇫🇷🎨🏖️ www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/02/how-...

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A Perfect Day in Antibes: History, Hikes and Harbour Views

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

I'm a little behind with my #travel posts but I've just published my guide to spending a wonderful winter's day in Nice, France. The #FrenchRiviera is perhaps even lovelier outside the hectic summer months! 🇫🇷 www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/01/how-...

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A Wonderful Winter Day Trip to Nice

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

Just before Christmas, I paid a lovely visit to Taith Coffee in Lewes. The Yemeni Bait Sel #specialtycoffee I tried was impeccably brewed, the staff are very welcoming and the cafe is beautiful — and with a great selection of books and ceramics. 🔗 www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/01/tait...

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The Lewes Caffeine Chronicles: Taith Coffee

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

How to pack for 2 weeks in Guatemala & Belize — with space for souvenirs! Various climates (temperatures from 0C to 32C) and activities (hiking, urban exploration, nature and beach time)! www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/01/guat...

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What's in My Bag: Two Weeks in Guatemala & Belize (Carry-On Luggage)

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

New #travel blog: 3 perfect days on #CayeCaulker, #Belize's 'Go Slow' island. Turquoise waters, snorkelling with sharks, lobster for days and a bucket-list flight over the mesmerising Great Blue Hole. 🔗 www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/01/3-da...

Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

New blog: while in #Antigua, #Guatemala, I took a great coffee farm tour. Eduardo and Francisca welcomed me to their home and their farm and I learned a lot about coffee production from seed to cup. Read about my experience: www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/01/coff...

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My Coffee Farm Tour Experience in Antigua, Guatemala

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 03/01/2026

New #travel blog: 2 action-packed days in Flores and Tikal, #Guatemala. 🌈 Exploring the colourful Isla de Flores. 🚣‍♂️ Boating (and spotting Race Across the World places) on Lake Petén. 🌅 A magical sunset at Tikal, the spectacular Maya site. 🔗 www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2026/01/isla...

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How To Spend Two Days in Flores & Tikal, Guatemala

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

New blog: my favourite travel experiences of 2025. Featuring volcanoes in Guatemala, the Great Blue Hole of Belize, perfume making in Grasse and sailing Mallorca's cliffs and coves 👇 www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2025/12/top-...

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My Top Travel Experiences of 2025

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 30/12/2025

📚 New blog post: I read 103 books in 2025. Here are my 5 favourite reads of the year👇 www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2025/12/bex-...

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My Top 5 Books of 2025

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 29/12/2025

New blog post: my 2025 #specialtycoffee, food and cocktail favourites, from London and my travels in Latvia, France, Spain, Guatemala and Belize! www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2025/12/best...

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My 2025 Coffee, Food and Cocktail Favourites

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

☕️ New #specialtycoffee post: seven great coffee shops to check out at Lake Aititlán, #Guatemala 👇 www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2025/12/lake...

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Seven Specialty Coffee Shops To Visit at Lake Atitlán, Guatemala

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 20/12/2025

How to spend 3 days on #Guatemala’s beautiful Lake Atitlán: hiking, visiting women-led weaving cooperatives, street art and dreamy sunsets behind the volcanoes 👇 www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2025/12/lake...

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How To Spend Three Days in Lake Atitlán, Guatemala

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Bex | Coffee & Travel Blogger @doublemacbex.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

New #travel post: an incredible overnight hike on Volcán de Acatenango, #Guatemala. Read all about my experience on my blog: www.doubleskinnymacchiato.com/2025/12/acat...