Just in need of some general help..

[Taika]

I've just been blasting out the Story Quests over the weekend, does anyone feel like they get really stales at this point of the game? I feel like I'm running backwards and forwards to the same places.

Yes, everyone feels that. They get better by the time you get to the end of 2.X and to Heavensward (3.0, unlocks many new areas and a lot of new content for you). I would advice not to try to burn through the story too fast, just progress at a pace you find enjoyable.