15 Of The Absolute Best Views of New York City
It’s hard to get a sense of how big New York City is from the streets of Manhattan. After living in New York City for nearly two years, I’ve rounded up the best places for incredible views of New York City. The best views of New York City are found at the Top of the Rock, The Empire State Building, East River State Park, The … Continue reading 15 Of The Absolute Best Views of New York City
11 Of The Most Iconic Sights in New York City
The most iconic sights in New York City include Central Park, Grand Central Station, The Chrysler Building and the Empire State Building, as well as low key yet iconic sights like the wrought iron facades in SoHo and the classic New York City brownstones which can be found from the West Village, to the Upper West Side, to Brooklyn. Even while living in the city, … Continue reading 11 Of The Most Iconic Sights in New York City
9 Of The Best Things to Do in Townsville
There are so many great things to do in sunny, tropical Townsville. Located on the coastline of the Great Barrier Reef, Townsville is a popular destination for those visiting the Great Barrier Reef, but there is plenty to do on dry land! The best things to do in Townsville include visiting the Great Barrier Reef and Magnetic Island, taking in the views from Castle Hill, … Continue reading 9 Of The Best Things to Do in Townsville
10 Of The Best Bars in New York City (2024)
New York City has the most legendary bar scene in the world, from historic watering holes and well-worn dive bars, to elegant hotel bars, trendy wine bars, and more hidden cocktail bars and scene-y rooftop bars than you could visit in a lifetime. After living in New York City for two years, I’ve rounded up the best bars in New York City: from famous World’s Best Bars like … Continue reading 10 Of The Best Bars in New York City (2024)
New York City Travel Guide
New York City is one of the most dynamic and diverse cities in the world. There is so much to see & do in New York that planning your first trip can be super overwhelming, simply because there is SO much to do and so many neighbourhoods to see. I lived in New York City for nearly two years, and made this New York City … Continue reading New York City Travel Guide
NoHo: NYC Neighborhood Guide
NoHo has been one of New York City‘s most fashionable neighbourhoods since the early 1800s, but it wasn’t until artists like Andy Warhol and Jean-Michel Basquiat set up shop in the ’60s & ’70s that the neighborhood really arrived. Today, it’s one of the most expensive neighborhoods in Manhattan, with beautiful historic architecture and a handful of excellent bars, restaurants and boutiques. NoHo flies under … Continue reading NoHo: NYC Neighborhood Guide
Flatiron, Gramercy & NoMad: NYC Neighborhood Guide (2024)
The Flatiron District, Gramercy Park & NoMad neighbourhoods make up one of the most sophisticated districts in New York City. Stately hotels, upscale shopping, glamorous hotel bars and some of the city’s chicest restaurants can be found within this small pocket of Manhattan between Midtown and downtown. The best things to do in Flatiron & Gramercy include seeing the iconic Flatiron Building, visiting Madison Square … Continue reading Flatiron, Gramercy & NoMad: NYC Neighborhood Guide (2024)
20 Of The Best Things to Do in New York City (2024)
New York City is bursting at the seams with sights, attractions and interesting neighbourhoods, which makes it both equally exciting and overwhelming for first time visitors. I lived in New York City for two years and have thought long and hard about my favourite experiences in the city that I’d recommend hand over heart to friends, family and readers. I’ve rounded up my top recommendations … Continue reading 20 Of The Best Things to Do in New York City (2024)
Brighton Bathing Boxes: Melbourne’s Rainbow Row
The rainbow row of Brighton Bathing Boxes is one of the most iconic sights in Melbourne. There are 96 brightly-coloured, tiny beach houses lining Dendy Beach, in Melbourne’s affluent bayside suburb of Brighton. They are a Melbourne icon, alongside Flinders Street Station and the MCG, plastered across postcards, prints and artwork all over the city. Even in our first apartment in Melbourne, which we had … Continue reading Brighton Bathing Boxes: Melbourne’s Rainbow Row
Stargazing in the River Murray Dark Sky Reserve, South Australia
Stargazing is one of the simplest ways you can appreciate nature, and yet one of the most awe-inspiring. As a city-dweller, the reminder that billions of stars blanket the night sky every night, but I normally can’t see them, is a little startling. In September, David and I went stargazing in South Australia with his parents, to celebrate his dad’s 70th birthday. We saw shooting … Continue reading Stargazing in the River Murray Dark Sky Reserve, South Australia