Sunday Stories 01.11.15
Spring Racing Carnival has arrived! Melbourne’s biggest event of the year consists of several horse racing events where the fashion is easily more important than the races themselves. Derby Day, Oaks Day and Stakes Day all have different dress codes, but the real showstopper is Melbourne Cup – AKA “the race that stops the nation.” Across Australia on Tuesday, office lunchrooms and school auditoriums will … Continue reading Sunday Stories 01.11.15
37 Photos that will inspire you to explore Queensland
Queensland has more than its fair share of natural beauty. It’s famous for UNESCO World Heritage List heavyweights like the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest but it doesn’t stop there. There are scores of lesser-known islands and beaches just as worthy of your time. There are endless options for driving and hiking trails through rainforests and up mountains. The stark beauty of the … Continue reading 37 Photos that will inspire you to explore Queensland
Sunday Stories 25.10.15
I didn’t realise how useful this series was until I arrived home in Melbourne this week and had a complete mental blank about my favourite restaurants, bars and cafes. I browsed through some old Sunday Stories posts while making a mental note to eat more omega-3s, and not only was I pleasantly surprised by the yummy, lovely places I used to love, but by the … Continue reading Sunday Stories 25.10.15
Highlights from 2 Months in the USA
I’m just got back to Australia after spending the the last 2 months in the USA. I didn’t post too much while I was away, mostly because I was too busy exploring, gawking and eating to spend too much time glued to a screen. I took notes most days, but didn’t get much further than that! In the coming weeks I’ll be sharing my experiences from … Continue reading Highlights from 2 Months in the USA
A Sunset Cruise on the Hudson with North River Lobster Co
A Hudson River Cruise is a popular must-do activity in New York City, but the idea of cramming into a boat with hoards of ipad-as-camera toting tourists was not super appealing. On the recommendation of a friend who lives in New York, my boyfriend and I spent an evening aboard the North River Lobster Co, a floating lobster shack & bar on a boat that docks in Hell’s … Continue reading A Sunset Cruise on the Hudson with North River Lobster Co
Books about America to inspire your trip to the USA
Whether I’m planning a trip, wanting to travel back to a favourite destination or wanderlusting about somewhere totally foreign to me, reading a book about travelling through the country is one of the first things I do! Before I visited the USA this year, I read lots of books about travelling the USA. I’m not reading these books to find things to do – that’s … Continue reading Books about America to inspire your trip to the USA
Boating on the Lake & Brunch at the Loeb Boathouse, Central Park
Summer is slowly fading in New York City, so I’m glad that I spent Sunday morning making the most of the clear blue skies and sunshine in Central Park. We hired a row boat on Central Park Lake, followed by brunch at the Loeb Boathouse. Hiring a row boat on Central Park Lake My boyfriend and I went to Central Park with three of his colleagues from … Continue reading Boating on the Lake & Brunch at the Loeb Boathouse, Central Park
Cosmos, Cupcakes & Carrie: NYC Sex & The City Tour
Last week, I joined On Location Tours for the Sex & The City Hotspots Tour and saw more than 40 locations in New York City which served as a location in smash hit HBO tv series. It’s the first tour I’ve done in New York, and was valuable not just for the SATC location hopping, but for touring Manhattan in general! We started the tour at … Continue reading Cosmos, Cupcakes & Carrie: NYC Sex & The City Tour
Lunch in Bryant Park, New York City
I’ve only been in New York City for a few days and already I’m amazed by how many green lungs breathe life into the concrete jungle. Bryant Park is in the heart of Midtown, making it the perfect place to come up for air after the madness of Times Square. Bryant Park is a little pocket of green lawn, framed by towering, slender trees. It … Continue reading Lunch in Bryant Park, New York City
A Morning on New York City’s Upper West Side
The Upper West Side is the New York City of Hollywood and Seinfeld, and walking around the neighbourhood feels a bit like walking around a movie set. While it doesn’t have as many flashy attractions as other neighbourhoods, it’s a great place to spend a low key day in the city. I’ve rounded up a handful of my picks for the Upper West Side, let me know … Continue reading A Morning on New York City’s Upper West Side