Summer in Australia: why it’s the worst time to visit
Discover why summer in Australia is not necessarily the best time to plan a visit, due to heat, expenses and environmental disasters.
Discover why summer in Australia is not necessarily the best time to plan a visit, due to heat, expenses and environmental disasters.
Well, happy birthday Birdgehls. This blog is officially three years old, which makes me feel a range of emotions. The overriding emotion is admittedly confusion. This year has been the most successful one I’ve had whilst blogging by far. This is something I largely owe to this post about finding your niche. In a pissy…
Port Arthur Tasmania is an important part of Australian history, with a varied and horrific past. It’s also known as the most haunted place in Australia. Find out why you should visit this site, here. Every Australian (and possibly those further abroad) has heard of Port Arthur Tasmania, for all the wrong reasons. The penal…
Where would you go if you could travel back in time? Here are some possible places you may not have considered. Let me pose a question to you. If you could hop into your nearest Tardis (Doctor Who nerd alert, right here!) and travel back in time to any place and any point, where would…
A couple of months ago I wrote this post, which outlines the possible downsides of expat life. The stuff you never think about when moving overseas, but which can end up affecting your experience all the same. Enough of this “Debbie Downer” business – now it’s time to look at the other side of the…
Disclosure: This page may contain affiliate links. Clicking through for additional information or to make a purchase may result in a small commission. Thank you. After having read these tips on sustainable packing, you may be thinking: “Okay. I’ll admit, I’m digging the idea of sustainable travel. But what items do I need to pack…
Australian etiquette: it’s a tricky thing to master in a country where people tend to be self-deprecating, to the point where you don’t know if they’re joking or are suffering from some seriously low self-esteem. This slightly tongue-in-cheek post will aid you in looking like a local in Australia – you’ll blend right in! Looking…
Ballarat is steeped in history, with a thriving arts and food scene. Discover the best things to do in Ballarat on a day or weekend trip from Melbourne.