2024-04-17 21:55
If you haven’t visited recently, you might find a totally different city when you next visit sunny, subtropical Brisbane. The river city is the fastest growing city in Australia, and o… Read More
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2024-04-16 21:11
The lunar landscape of Sarakiniko beach makes it one of the most striking beaches in Greece. Sarakiniko is on the northern coast of Milos, which is famous for having the best beaches in the… Read More
2024-04-14 21:26
We spent 5 days on the North Island of New Zealand in February, to celebrate our friends’ wedding in the Bay of Plenty. It was a short trip, but awe & wonder was waiting for us aro… Read More
2024-04-13 06:48
From sprawling metropolises to charming capitals, Australia has plenty of beautiful & exciting cities to tempt travellers. Most of the best cities in Australia to visit are on the east c… Read More
2024-04-11 02:56
Parikia is the capital of Paros, one of the most beautiful Greek islands in the Cyclades. Paros is a perfect alternative for avoiding the crowds of Santorini and Mykonos without skimping on… Read More
2024-04-07 19:06
The Upper West Side is the New York City of Hollywood and sitcoms, and walking around the neighbourhood feels a bit like walking around a movie set. While it doesn’t have as many flash… Read More
2024-04-06 04:11
Prahran (pran) is one of Melbourne‘s most lively neighbourhoods on the southside, home to cool wine bars, excellent restaurants, boutiques, and more smashed avo than you could eat in a… Read More
2024-04-04 22:46
A few weeks after I arrived in New York City, I returned to Central Park again to witness the beautiful peak bloom of the cherry blossoms. Compared to the delicate colours of the first… Read More
2024-04-03 21:59
It’s hard to get a sense of how big New York City is from the streets of Manhattan. After living in New York City for nearly two years, I’ve rounded up the best places for incred… Read More
2024-04-02 20:26
The most iconic sights in New York City include Central Park, Grand Central Station, The Chrysler Building and the Empire State Building, as well as low key yet iconic sights like the wrough… Read More
2024-03-31 20:50
There are so many great things to do in sunny, tropical Townsville. Located on the coastline of the Great Barrier Reef, Townsville is a popular destination for those visiting the Great Barri… Read More
2024-03-31 20:09
New York City has the most legendary bar scene in the world, from historic watering holes and well-worn dive bars, to elegant hotel bars, trendy wine bars, and more hidden coc… Read More
2024-03-25 20:32
NoHo has been one of New York City‘s most fashionable neighbourhoods since the early 1800s, but it wasn’t until artists like Andy Warhol and Jean-Michel Basquiat set up shop in t… Read More
2024-03-24 20:16
The Flatiron District, Gramercy Park & NoMad neighbourhoods make up one of the most sophisticated districts in New York City. Stately hotels, upscale shopping, glamorous hotel bars and s… Read More
2024-03-24 03:20
New York City is bursting at the seams with sights, attractions and interesting neighbourhoods, which makes it both equally exciting and overwhelming for first time visitors. I lived in New… Read More
2024-03-19 20:57
The rainbow row of Brighton Bathing Boxes is one of the most iconic sights in Melbourne. There are 96 brightly-coloured, tiny beach houses lining Dendy Beach, in Melbourne’s affluent b… Read More
2024-03-17 20:31
Stargazing is one of the simplest ways you can appreciate nature, and yet one of the most awe-inspiring. As a city-dweller, the reminder that billions of stars blanket the night sky every ni… Read More
2024-03-16 21:29
Montmartre is one of the most charming and romanticised neighbourhoods in Paris. It has preserved the romantic, bohemian atmosphere of 19th & 20th century Paris, and is truly like nowher… Read More
2024-03-16 08:30
Sifnos is a little slip of an island in the Cyclades, often overlooked in favour of its larger neighbours, Paros & Milos. The Greek island is home to 2,500 people and is sparsely populat… Read More
2024-03-14 20:41
Nolita is one of New York City‘s most charming downtown neighbourhoods. It’s a tiny neighbourhood, only spanning a few blocks, but bursting with history, character and things to… Read More
2024-03-14 07:48
Montparnasse is in Paris‘ 14th arrondissement, and is one of the best neighbourhoods to visit in Paris for an authentic Paris experience. It’s my favourite neighbourhood, and I&r&hell…Read More
2024-03-12 20:45
Milos is one of the best Greek islands to visit in the Cyclades. Milos is the most southwestern island in the Cyclades, close to Folegandros and Sifnos. I spent 5 days on Milos on my first v… Read More
2024-03-11 05:34
Alsace is a spellbinding corner of France, that rewards visitors with enchanting medieval villages, a unique culture and cuisine with both French and German influences, and spectacular winer… Read More
2024-03-06 22:19
Are you planning your first trip to Paris? This itinerary for 3 days in Paris is designed for first time visitors to Paris, to help you plan your trip & reduce overwhelm. The best thing… Read More
2024-03-06 07:02
Paris is best explored by neighbourhood. The best neighbourhoods in Paris to visit include Le Marais, St Germain, Champ du Mars, Montmartre, the 7th Arrondissement and Ile de Cite, but… Read More
2024-03-03 20:43
It’s a cliche to say, but Paris really is one of the main characters in Netflix’s smash hit series, Emily in Paris. Fans will be delighted to find that there are Emily in Paris f… Read More
2024-03-01 05:47
The NYC Easter Bonnet Parade is one of the best free, annual events in New York City. Every year, thousands of New Yorkers get dressed to the nines in their most flamboyant, spectacular and… Read More
2024-02-29 07:38
The best restaurants in Brisbane now include glamorous bar & grills, new-school Italian restaurants and buzzy riverside dining destinations. For twenty years, people have been talking ab… Read More
2024-02-25 20:11
Seaside St Kilda is one of Melbourne’s most iconic neighbourhoods. A magnet for tourists and locals alike, especially during Melbourne’s long summer days, visiting St Kilda is on… Read More
2024-02-23 04:15
The Pacific Coast Highway is one of the most legendary road trips in the world. The route hugs the California coastline and is renowned for it’s rugged coastal scenery, especially the… Read More
2024-02-20 19:36
Naousa is a stylish village on the northern coast of Paros, one of Greece’s Cycladic Islands. Naousa (sometimes spelled Naoussa) is the most sophisticated village in Paros, and is home… Read More
2024-02-19 07:13
Three words: French. Wine. Country! Burgundy is one of France’s greatest wine regions, dotted with grand chateaux and biscuit-coloured villages where it seems that time stands still. W… Read More
2024-02-18 08:08
When we visited the USA for the first time, we ended our trip with a week in the Deep South, split between two very different American cities: Charleston & New Orleans. Ridiculously pret… Read More
2024-02-15 21:02
Yanaka is one of the best neighbourhoods in Tokyo to visit, to experience traditional Old Town Tokyo. This historic and traditional neighbourhood in Northern Tokyo has largely escaped the fi… Read More
2024-02-15 07:38
Bagels are one of the most iconic foods to try in New York City. The best bagels in New York City are found in old school delis & appetizing stores as well as in new, dedicated bagel sho… Read More
2024-02-11 20:42
The Barossa Valley is one of the world’s premier wine regions, known for its big, bold red wines, grand chateaux and for being home to Australia’s most beloved heritage wineries… Read More
2024-02-10 19:25
Chicago might be best known for it’s striking skyscrapers, gangster history, a giant silver bean sculpture and deep dish pizza, but you’d be missing out if you didn’t dive… Read More
2024-02-08 20:39
Waterfall Way is one of the most beautiful scenic road trips in Australia, and yet it manages to fly under the radar! It’s much less touristed than the iconic Great Ocean Road in Victo… Read More
2024-02-06 21:39
Hells Kitchen is a classic NYC neighborhood to visit while you’re in New York City. While it doesn’t have the obvious charms of SoHo, West Village, East Village or Nolita, there… Read More
2024-02-04 19:07
Whether you’re visiting Tokyo for the first time, returning or visiting for cherry blossom season, you’ll be spoilt for choice for the best things to do in Tokyo. Tokyo is the bi… Read More
2024-01-29 21:41
The island of Milos has some of the most beautiful beaches in Greece, which is no small feat in a country with 227 islands and more than 13,800 km of coastline. Milos has 70 beaches, which i… Read More
2024-01-28 21:37
Australia is a country of superlatives. From the oldest living rainforest in the world, to the most isolated capital city, to some of the best wine regions in the world, there is a dizzying… Read More
2024-01-25 23:27
SoHo is one of the most fashionable neighbourhoods in New York City. Come for cobble stones, the historic cast-iron building facades, major fashion labels and the American raw bars and… Read More
2024-01-21 21:39
Trying to decide where to stay in Sifnos? This brief guide gives an overview of the best places to stay in Sifnos, and my recommendations based on my own trip to Sifnos. Where to stay i… Read More
2024-01-17 00:47
Surrounded by beautiful coastal regions, islands and lush forested hinterland, there are so many amazing day trips that you can take from Brisbane. To help you plan your best Brisbane day tr… Read More
2024-01-14 21:24
Planning a trip to Australia for the first time can feel like a daunting task, because of Australia’s vast size and remote location. The number of beautiful places in Australia can be… Read More
2024-01-11 21:48
Paros is one of the best Greek islands to visit, especially for first time visitors to Greece. With some of the prettiest traditional village in the Cyclades, dozens of beautiful beaches and… Read More
2024-01-09 20:58
You could lose hours in the seemingly never-ending gardens of Versailles. Between the English gardens, French gardens, Petit and Grand Trianons, fountains, orangeries, greenhouses, lakes, gr… Read More
2024-01-08 10:31
White sand beaches, sparkling turquoise waters and palm trees swaying in the breeze are just the beginning at Six Senses Fiji. We splurged on five nights at Six Senses Fiji for our honeymoon… Read More
2024-01-07 04:21
After I graduated from university, I went to Europe for five weeks with my best friend. This was a really diverse trip because we chose big cities and small towns, did day trips and squeezed… Read More
2024-01-05 10:35
The East Village is New York City‘s original counterculture neighborhood. As the birthplace of punk rock, dozens of major musicians launched their careers here, such as Madonna, Blondi… Read More
2024-01-02 22:10
South Australia is one of the best travel destinations in Australia for travellers looking for something a little off the tourist trail. The southern state is home to Australia’s best… Read More
2023-12-17 20:48
Five days of croissants, crepes and cafe terrasses was the perfect reunion with Paris, my first favourite city in the world. This was my fifth visit to Paris, but it has been more than a dec… Read More
2023-12-12 21:30
If I had a dollar for every time someone warned me that travelling with a friend is the fastest way to end a friendship, I would be writing this blog post from Paris. Here’s the thing:… Read More
2023-12-11 19:31
Edinburgh is one of the most enchanting cities in the UK. With more than a thousand years of history, its beautiful medieval Old Town and elegant New Town side by side, more than 100 parks… Read More
2023-12-09 05:18
I chose not to ride a donkey in Santorini for three reasons. I had two before I arrived in Greece, but I found another heartbreaking reason when I was cruising between the islands.
Table… Read More
2023-12-03 20:08
The key to living in New York City is knowing when to get the hell out of Dodge. Those reprieves are obviously fewer and farther between during the pandemic! Our first real escape out of tow… Read More
2023-12-01 02:55
It’s sort of like being asked the dreaded “How was school?”. But unlike your day spent behind a desk, there’s at least one interesting, exciting or terrifying story y… Read More
2023-11-26 20:15
Kilkenny is one of the loveliest cities in Ireland’s Ancient East. Once a medieval capital, Kilkenny is known for its 12th century Kilkenny Castle, the well-preserved Medieval Mile and… Read More
2023-11-19 19:36
London is the ultimate metropolis. Home to millions of people, distinct neighbourhoods each with long histories, and home to many of the world’s most exciting artists, creatives and th… Read More
2023-11-17 23:43
Queensland is my home state, but it wasn’t until I was 21 that I visited Queensland’s most spectacular natural wonders in the tropics. This itinerary for 1 week in Queensland fro… Read More
2023-11-14 20:30
Australia has more beaches than any other country in the world, with more than 10,000 beaches from coast to coast. From Whitehaven Beach to Wineglass Bay, from Bondi to Cottesloe, there are… Read More
2023-11-12 21:25
Midtown Manhattan offers SO much New York City magic. Midtown Manhattan is home to so many of New York City’s icons, including The Empire State Building, Central Park, MoMa, Grand Cent… Read More
2023-11-11 21:38
Riots in Athens were on the news almost every day leading up to my first trip Greece, and I started to get nervous. I started to worry about whether Athens was safe, and found that lots of o… Read More
2023-11-09 07:39
Planning your first trip to New York City is exciting and overwhelming in equal measure. If you’re spending 5 days in New York City for the first time, there’s a mind-boggling nu… Read More
2023-11-07 19:34
Scotland is a small country, with a huge cultural footprint. It’s the home of haggis and bagpipes, tartan and tweed, the famed Scottish Highlands and the birthplace of the wizarding wo… Read More
2023-11-01 07:26
Wineglass Bay in Tasmania is famous for being one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, and has long been high on my travel wishlist. Located in Freycinet National Park on Tasmania&rsq&hell…Read More
2023-10-25 09:15
This summer, we had our first big international trip post-pandemic. As always, there are a million places we want to go around the word, but this time it had to be Europe. I still can’… Read More
2023-10-19 07:47
The 2nd arrondissement is one of Paris‘ best kept secrets. Home to the neighbourhoods of Bourse, Sentier and Montorgueil, this elegant and charming arrondissement manages to fly under… Read More
2023-10-09 23:35
We visited Ireland for the first time this June, as the first destination on our month-long trip around Europe and the UK. With four nights in the country, we decided to spend most of our ti… Read More
2023-08-26 05:44
Filled with wineries, dotted with hot springs & fringed by beaches and coastal hikes, the Mornington Peninsula is the perfect girls weekend destination, year-round.
This August, a gro… Read More
2023-08-15 08:42
The Glendalough monastic city is one of Ireland’s most treasured Early Medieval sites, and has attracted pilgrims for more than 1400 years. Today, it’s one of the most belo… Read More
2023-07-23 05:55
Irish pubs are iconic, and can be found in almost any major city across the world. The Irish capital, Dublin, is renowned for its nightlife and is ground zero for the beloved Irish pub. Ther… Read More
2023-05-07 03:39
The Great Ocean Road is the best scenic drive in Australia, and one of the country’s most famous travel destinations. The Great Ocean Road stretches for 600km+ between Torquay and Port… Read More
2023-03-09 19:59
From sprawling metropolises to charming capitals, Australia has plenty of beautiful & exciting cities to tempt travellers. Most of the best cities in Australia to visit are on the east c… Read More
2022-12-28 05:11
With dozens of pristine beaches, vibrant and distinctive neighbourhoods and three national parks on its doorstep, the Gold Coast is one of the best travel destinations in Australia for first… Read More
2022-12-28 05:11
With dozens of pristine beaches, vibrant and distinctive neighbourhoods and three national parks on its doorstep, the Gold Coast is one of the best travel destinations in Australia for first… Read More
2022-03-08 05:10
Milos is one of the most beautiful islands in Greece and is becoming more and more popular with international travellers. Not yet as overrun as Santorini or Mykonos, Milos has plenty to expl… Read More
2022-02-07 06:57
The Adelaide Hills wine region was one of the best surprises of our trip to South Australia. It’s a beautiful area, with scenic landscapes, dozens of award-winning, down-to-earth winer… Read More
2022-01-30 08:48
The pretty village of Hahndorf is small slice of 19th century Germany, tucked away in the Adelaide Hills. Just a 30-minute drive from Adelaide’s city centre, visiting Hahndorf is like… Read More
2021-11-21 06:33
Spring is in full bloom in Melbourne, which reminded me of the radiant beauty of the Ballarat Begonia Festival, which David & I stumbled upon back in April of this year. Over the Easter… Read More
2021-11-01 05:26
For twenty years, people have been talking about how Brisbane’s restaurant scene is changing. It’s been a stop-start journey that has sometimes struggled to gain momentum. Right… Read More
2021-10-20 08:06
The most beautiful places in California to visit span from the Napa Valley wine country in the north to the glamorous beach towns of Santa Barbara, Malibu and Los Angeles in the South. Calif… Read More
2021-10-12 21:19
There are more than 30 beautiful beaches on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland between the towns of Caloundra, Maroochydore and Noosa. I grew up in Brisbane, so have spent a lot of time on we… Read More
2021-10-05 07:20
This is something new I’m trying, since I unceremoniously dumped my New York City Life series after moving back to Australia (and I haven’t even posted my final NYC Life post &nd&hell…Read More
2021-09-29 19:30
Queensland is one of the most popular travel destinations in Australia for first time visitors to the country. Famous for its abundance of sunshine and warm weather, Queensland is full of am… Read More
2021-09-29 19:30
Queensland is one of the most popular travel destinations in Australia for first time visitors to the country. Famous for its abundance of sunshine and warm weather, Queensland is full of am… Read More
2021-09-25 05:42
Australia is a beautiful country. It has spectacular, ancient landscapes, pristine natural environments and vibrant cities. Australians are generally considered to be laidback, friendly and… Read More
2021-06-20 01:40
Milos is one of the most alluring islands in the Cyclades, and has a fraction of the crowds of over-touristed spots like Santorini and Mykonos. I visited Milos for the first time last summer… Read More
2021-06-01 08:46
Burleigh Beach is my favourite beach on the Gold Coast – ask most locals, and they’d likely agree. Most tourists still flock to Surfers, although Burleigh is booming these days… Read More
2021-04-08 12:00
It was so gratifying to be on a road trip over the Easter weekend. David and I went to the Southern Grampians, a rural area four hours’ west of Melbourne. I’ll share a post about… Read More
2020-12-18 23:59
The island of Milos has some of the most beautiful beaches in Greece, which is no small feat in a country with 227 islands and more than 13,800 km of coastline.
Milos has 70 beaches, which i… Read More
2020-12-05 06:16
Sydney is Australia’s largest city and unofficial capital, with a stunning oceanfront location and vibrant, diverse neighbourhoods. Sydney is a must-visit on your first trip to Austral… Read More
2020-11-25 00:01
Queensland is one of Australia’s most famous travel destinations, popular with international travellers and interstate visitors alike. Most people visit Queensland to see natural wonde… Read More
2020-11-20 23:31
One of the greatest joys of travelling inland in Australia is discovering the nation’s most charming country towns, complete with wide open spaces, heritage architecture, truly farm-to… Read More
2020-11-18 21:53
Luxury cars and designer handbags, out running errands. Sprawling estates with ocean views. Lashings of hydrangeas. Very, very wealthy people. These were the things I expected from a weekend… Read More
2020-11-17 04:38
October is my favourite month in New York City, because you get the bright blue skies and warm sunshine of late summer followed by the crisp air and golden foliage of autumn.
I flicked ba… Read More
2020-11-15 05:52
Even while living in the city, these iconic New York City sights didn’t get old. There are infinite beautiful places in New York City, but these iconic spots are perfect for that rush… Read More
2020-10-05 21:43
Last year, I had to travel from New York City to Australia to get my US working visa. I had my visa interview at the US Consulate in Perth, but while I waited for my passport to be returned… Read More
2020-10-04 16:05
September & October are some of my favourite months in New York City (along with April and May – the beginnings of the city’s softer spring and autumn seasons!). In September… Read More
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