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
Sunday Stories 18.01.15
This week has been a blur of flights, apartment hunting and catch up with friends – busy but exciting! Next week will be just as full of last-minute catch ups, but with most of our apartment stuff sorted, I’ll have time for travel blog posts – so that this doesn’t start looking more like a diary than a travel blog! Melbourne My boyfriend and I … Continue reading Sunday Stories 18.01.15
Sunday Stories 11.01.15
January’s been serving up healthy doses of the good life, with a few thrills and spills to keep things interesting. Beach Break I was lucky enough to spend a few days with my family and boyfriend on Bribie Island, at a quiet little beach town. Our days revolved around the water. We went for swims in the morning, followed by a dip in the pool. … Continue reading Sunday Stories 11.01.15
Epic views on the the Kuranda Skyrail & Scenic Railway
The journey to the rainforest village of Kuranda is even more stunning than the destination. Just 25km out of Cairns in the Atherton Tablelands, Kuranda has attracted visitors for over a century for its beautiful location in the rainforest and it’s proximity to the majestic Barron Gorge. Today, Kuranda is a destination famous not only for its stunning natural surroundings, but the artisan markets, the … Continue reading Epic views on the the Kuranda Skyrail & Scenic Railway
2015 New Years Travel Resolutions
I love using the start of the new year as an opportunity to stop and dream up some goals for the year. Some of my 2015 travel resolutions are easy, others will take a little more juggling. I already have some big things happening, so I want to challenge myself while also being realistic and keeping some space in my calendar for a balanced, healthy … Continue reading 2015 New Years Travel Resolutions
An evening in Mykonos
Mykonos is unlike any other island I’ve ever visited. In fact, it’s unlike anywhere I’ve ever visited. Unfortunately, my cruise only stopped on the island for 3-4 hours, but I loved the little bit that I saw. I had enough time to eat delicious seafood for dinner, watch the sunset, visit the iconic windmills (although, was not particularly wowed by them), check out a couple of bars … Continue reading An evening in Mykonos