University lecturer Lisette believes Prague is the most beautiful city in the world and she has a host of tips for getting you off the tourist trail and into the true heart of her city

New Yorker Amanda is a one-time stand-up comedienne, a lover of the Big Apple and a super enthusiastic tipper. She will guide you around everything from roller derby to Picasso

Great to have Hollie onboard to guide us around amazing Tokyo. And guide she does. From great views to a chilled out bookshops and where to get a fab coffee, she does Tokyo from the inside out

If you want to find a low key speakeasy or a cocktail bar with a stellar view (that isn't in the guide books) Natalie is your girl. Dim sum and authentic local eats taken care of too

If there's something going on in Dublin that Fiona doesn't know about then it's fair to assume it's not worth knowing. From craic to getting away from it all, she's got it covered

If you thought Brussels was the boring centre of European law, you were like, so last decade. Rebecca documents the bars, markets, restaurants and other funky places in her blog - great tips!

Lucy speaks four languages fluently making her the perfect insider for cosmopolitan London. She manages to seek out everything from hidden gardens to the perfect pint and all inbetween

She may be new to the city but Eloise is using her time very well indeed, seeking out anything that will immerse her more deeply in Spanish and Seville culture. Lucky us ...

Alice has lived and worked in Egypt's capital for four years now and has brilliant tips from where to drink with a view to where to get to grips with the city's amazing history

What you want from an Amsterdam local is someone who will show you there's more to the city than brown cafes and tulips. Enter Jeff. Whether you want nightclubs or galleries, he's got it covered

Taking on the whole county rather than just a city, Sian is a Cornish lass through and through. Her knowledge of pubs, beaches and stunning scenery will keep you inspired for years

Is Austin the coolest city on the planet? Local Mark thinks so and is out to prove it with some fantastic tips on crazy places to eat, watch live music, swim, drink and generally keep Austin weird

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