23 unmissable things to do in the Yarra Valley & surrounds
Looking for things to do in the Yarra Valley? From wine tasting, to close encounters with local wildlife, it’s the perfect destination for couples, families, friends and solo travellers.
Lava and the Stars: A 4am Visit to Volcano National Park on the Big Island of Hawai’i
I’d travelled to Honolulu exhausted and irritated with myself. It had been a whirlwind two weeks of travel – catching up with friends and old haunts in London. Wandering the streets of Greenpoint, Brooklyn in New York City. Attending the wedding of a school friend in Atlanta. And here I was, my first time in…
Svalbard on a budget: saving cash on a trip north
Longyearbyen and Svalbard in general are amazing destinations and if you get the chance to go, you should! However, it is a notably expensive destination to visit. Here are some tips for travelling to Svalbard on a budget, if you’re keen to keep costs down, as you explore this winter wonderland. Keen to visit Svalbard…
9 unmissable things to do in Moonee Ponds
Previously known as the stomping ground of Dame Edna Everage, this Melbourne neighbourhood has become a bustling hub in its own right. Discover unmissable things to do in Moonee Ponds and plan your visit. Melbourne is a fantastic city in so many different ways. One of the things I love most about living here, is…
A magical night’s sleep in a Harry Potter hotel in London
Fancy spending the night in a Harry Potter-themed hotel in London? While the ‘Wizarding Chambers’ at Georgia House Hotel are not directly affiliated with the brand, they offer up the chance to stay somewhere truly magical in the heart of the city. If you’re a Potter fan, there’s probably no better place to indulge in…
A Eulogy of Sorts – In Loving Memory of My Dog
Grief is strange emotion, one that we spend our lives attempting to inevitably avoid. It hits us during the best and the worst of times. Grief doesn’t care if you’re having a good week, or if you’re currently neck deep in what may turn out to be the worst time of your life. It’ll get…
The 10 Best Australian Reads of 2017
Living within walking distance of an excellent library for most of 2017 released some kind of a monster within me. I read 105 books over the course of twelve months. I don’t know if that triggers major bragging rights, or if it’s an indicator of a very sad life. You know what? I’m going to…
Get Stuffed: Learning About Taxidermy in London
Please note: This being an article about taxidermy, means there are photos up ahead that some may consider to be quite graphic. If it’s something you don’t think you’ll be able to stomach (or don’t approve of) – don’t read this post! The great thing about the city of London is that there is so…