Sunday Stories 15.02.15
I’ll be totally honest – most of last week was tough. Fortunately, life’s lows are often followed by highs, and this week has been a thousand times better. Because I work from home and my boyfriend’s new job has really long hours, I spent most of my first week in Melbourne alone. Even for someone who thrives on alone time, it was tough. I was … Continue reading Sunday Stories 15.02.15
One perfect day in Southern QLD Country
Sometimes you just need the wide open spaces. Endless blue skies, rolling green and gold hills, plunging waterfalls, good ol’ country hospitality and roadside pumpkin stands. Wineries, distilleries, orchards & dairies with cheese-so-good-you-could-eat-it-with-a-spoon certainly don’t hurt either. Southern Queensland Country is at its most beautiful in Autumn when the crisp country air gets a little chilly and the trees erupt in flaming golden foliage. A … Continue reading One perfect day in Southern QLD Country
7 Alternative travel destinations in Greece
The iconic Greek islands such as Mykonos, Santorini and Ios have a reputation for being expensive and crowded holiday destinations, but there’s more to Greece than the big names. You can have a cheap holiday in Greece, and still enjoy the crystal clear waters, lively waterfront towns, ancient monasteries and beautiful beaches that you’ve been dreaming about. See another side of Greece, with some of … Continue reading 7 Alternative travel destinations in Greece
Postcards from Luecila Beach, Lifou
The term “jaw-dropping” is grossly overused in travel writing and marketing, and I can count on one hand the number of times my jaw has involuntarily dropped due to the sheer beauty of what I am seeing. That was before I visited Luecila Beach in New Caledonia. The beach overlooks the second-largest reef in the world, which positively glows all shades of aqua and turquoise, even … Continue reading Postcards from Luecila Beach, Lifou
Sunday Stories 01.02.15
Today I’m feeling lucky for such a happy January and excited for beautiful February. We moved to Melbourne on Wednesday, which was exciting and a little teary all at once. Since then we’ve been slowly exploring our new neighbourhood and I’ve been delighting in Melbourne’s flatness, easy public transport and simple grid system which makes it very walkable for even the most navigationally-challenged, like me. … Continue reading Sunday Stories 01.02.15
Switching off for a sunset in Noumea
I didn’t have very long in Noumea, but I knew I wanted to hang out at the Baie des Citrons, or Lemon Bay as it’s called in English. We spent the morning on a bus tour around the city and finding the Place des Cocotiers. In the evening, we took the bus to Baie des Citrons. The sheltered beach was dotted with New Caledonian children splashing around … Continue reading Switching off for a sunset in Noumea
10 reasons I’m excited to live in Melbourne
I’m moving to the world’s most liveable city this week and I have a lot to be excited about… 1. Culture & Creativity One of only seven UNESCO Cities of Literature and part of the UNESCO Creative Cities network, Melbourne has earned an international reputation has a city of culture where creativity can be found around every corner. Art spills out all over the streets in … Continue reading 10 reasons I’m excited to live in Melbourne
Sunday Stories 25.01.15
This week has been full, in the best possible way. I’ve spent heaps of time with family and friends, and more often than not this has involved great food. Despite all the eating out, easily the best meal of the week was the lunch Dad made on Wednesday when one of his work friends came over. Melbourne This time next week, I will be in … Continue reading Sunday Stories 25.01.15
Bateaux Mouches Seine Cruise, Paris
Every Wednesday was a half-day at my summer academy in Paris, so during our first week the staff arranged for our cohort to go on Seine cruise with Bateaux Mouches. The sun was shining, the weather was warm and we were all just getting to know each other. I’d been to Paris before, but I’d never taken to the river – I’m so glad we … Continue reading Bateaux Mouches Seine Cruise, Paris
Complete Guide to Whale Watching in Sydney
With such a spectacular harbour, whale watching is a must for Sydneysiders and visitors to the city. Whether it is an organised cruise or a coastal trek, there are plenty of opportunities to catch a glimpse of these magnificent creatures. Whales you can see East Coast Humpback Whales – This is the most common whale you will see when in Sydney. Southern Right Whales – Although … Continue reading Complete Guide to Whale Watching in Sydney