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2019-09-01 19:44
Travelling with technology is easier than ever. Our tech devices are smaller and easier to pack, and they’re so full of features that one device can do a magnitude of [Continue...]
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2019-07-09 19:00
Featherdale Wildlife Park was one of the highlights of our trip to Sydney. Towards the end of our day trip to the blue mountains, and following a long yet informative documentary a… Read More
2019-07-09 19:00
Towards the end of the day trip to the blue mountains, and following a long yet informative documentary about kangaroos, we arrived at Featherdale Wildlife Park. Fortunately, we beat the [Co… Read More
2019-07-09 19:00
Towards the end of the day trip to the blue mountains, and following a long yet informative documentary about kangaroos, we arrived at Featherdale Wildlife Park. Fortunately, we beat the [Co… Read More
2019-06-17 19:19
If you’re planning a trip to the Blue Mountains you might find it useful to look at a few things to do in Leura. Leura is a picturesque township, and many a day tour to the Blue M… Read More
2019-06-17 19:19
I mentioned Leura briefly before, and almost anyone that decides to jump onto a day tour to the Blue Mountains will stop by. Depending on who you’re with, you may [Continue...]
The pos… Read More
2019-06-10 21:32
It’s no secret that I enjoy a guided tour as much as the next guy – having someone else plan out your day so you can just relax and take [Continue...]
The post My 1 Day Tour of t… Read More
2019-06-10 21:32
I’ve wanted to go on a Blue Mountains day trip since I was a young lad. And, it’s hardly a secret that I enjoy a guided tour now and then. Something is relieving about having som… Read More
2019-06-05 20:42
It’s been 75 years since D-Day, where Lepe Beach played a significant role. In honour of such an important historic occasion, I’ve opted to skip ahead to a relevant part of my mo… Read More
2019-06-05 20:42
It’s been 75 years since D-Day. In honour of such an important historic occasion, I’ve opted to skip ahead to a relevant part of my most recent road trip. Following [Continue...]… Read More
2019-06-04 19:46
Stonehenge has been known as one of the seven wonders of the world. It’s a rather prestigious title to hold in all fairness, shared with some of the most magnificent [Continue...]
The… Read More
2019-05-28 18:43
There are really two different kinds of backpacking. First you have the more ‘hardcore’ backpackers that travel the world camping out each night with nothing between their sleepi… Read More
2019-05-15 19:18
Before I get back into the swing of regular updates again (I’m planning to, promise), I figured now would be an ideal time to quickly drop an update regarding my [Continue...]
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2019-03-03 16:20
First off, I’d like to apologise for the unusually long wait since my last update. I’ve got a couple of reasons, one of which is probably blatantly obvious to anyone [Continue… Read More
2018-11-12 22:29
I touched upon it briefly when I explained how I’d managed to go from a bright sunny day to getting snowed on, and that day started out in the Tasmanian capital of Hobart. I’d sa… Read More
2018-10-18 22:37
Sydney is one of those iconic cities that you can instantly recognise as soon as you get near. For me that meant seeing the Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge for the first time as my tra… Read More
2018-09-23 14:24
A few years ago I welcomed the chance to spend a night in the English Capital, with the intention of meeting up with a group of friends, travelling from as far as Ljubljana in Slovenia. For… Read More
2018-08-20 18:34
With a return trip to Melbourne on the cards, I wanted to take this opportunity to share the last of my initial attempts at capturing the night time allure of the city. The end game being th… Read More
2018-07-23 17:37
Up there with the friendliest, most hospitable places I’ve visited in Australia is Bright. It’s a small town in Northeastern Victoria with plenty going on. I probably wouldn&rsqu&hell…Read More
2018-07-06 09:38
During my stay in Hinwil I was kindly whisked away by Sabine for a day out, completely unaware of where I would be going. As it turns out, and as I’m sure you’ll have figured fro… Read More
2018-06-20 21:26
I mentioned previously that I’d had the joy of experiencing a rather enjoyable day out which ultimately culminated in a trip into Zürich. Having spent a fair chunk of my day explo… Read More
2018-06-04 17:00
Having previously spent time getting lost and attempting to climb a mini-mountain wearing thongs, I decided to take advantage of the beautiful sunny weather and try catching the ferry to Z&u&hell…Read More
2018-04-16 18:05
Having previously covered which visa you need to travel to Australia, I was asked what the cost of a visa would be to travel to Australia for 6 months. First thoughts, the former point needs… Read More
2018-03-28 18:52
Those of you that follow Formula 1 will know that the Australian Grand Prix is the first race of the year, usually taking place on the Melbourne Grand Prix circuit, in Albert Park, Melbourne… Read More
2018-03-19 18:24
One of the things I always look for when visiting a new place is whether there are any parks and gardens nearby. I’m not sure why I do this, but I’d guess it has something to do… Read More
2018-02-18 17:46
Having spent the majority of my time in Australia based in and around Melbourne, it only makes sense that perhaps my favourite beach/seaside place in the country would be Torquay, Victoria… Read More
2018-02-04 23:45
One of the things I find myself doing unusually often is trying to take pictures while I’m at a beach. When you consider that you usually go to the beach on a bright, warm and sunny da… Read More
2018-01-22 22:27
With Australia Day fast approaching, it’s probably as good a time as any to work out how and where you want to celebrate. Every year there are tons of events on around the world, but m… Read More
2018-01-14 20:01
Lying on the south eastern edge of Cannock Chase is a quiet site with some stunning views of the surrounding Staffordshire countryside, particularly overlooking Rugeley. That site is Castle… Read More
2018-01-07 12:12
Happy New Year! And so another year comes to an end. A particularly unfortunate year 2017, but now the page has turned and it’s time to leave the tough times in the past and craic on w… Read More
2017-11-26 18:18
When I made my initial plan to road trip around Tasmania, there were a few things that I left out. Most of them were minor details, the odd stops along the way. For the most part we found a… Read More
2017-08-23 09:16
It’s no secret that kangaroos can be pretty dangerous – I’m sure we’ve all seen the pictures of the ripped fellas with muscles bigger than my waist line after stuffin… Read More
2017-06-24 17:36
When most people think of Australia, they think of kangaroos, koalas, barbeques, the beach and the sun. What they don’t think about is snow. Certainly not in summer. But trust me, it&r&hell…Read More
2017-05-16 21:05
I mentioned in a previous post that if you manage to reach the top of the walking route at Ubirr you’re well rewarded with some amazing views of the Nadab Floodplains. Well, I’ve… Read More
2017-04-19 20:15
At the end of every year, the first broadcast celebration of New Year comes from Sydney. They set the benchmark for all of the celebrations around the world, and its something that improves… Read More
2017-03-06 08:26
One of the harshest downsides of travelling is that when you’re thousands of miles from home and bad news rolls in, there isn’t a lot you can do – you either go home or cra… Read More
2017-02-08 21:49
I’ve written before about the deadliest creatures in Australia, the ones that are blatantly trying to kill you, or not, however you interpret it. I’ve also written satirical arti… Read More
2017-02-07 21:50
I’ve always found differences in culture fascinating, and there are few cultures that can match aboriginal culture in terms of longevity, tradition and uniqueness. Better still that th… Read More
2017-02-01 22:13
Please excuse the song reference title, I couldn’t help myself. Every other person on the planet has heard about our amazing fellow human Mr. Trump’s latest endeavours. A travell… Read More
2016-11-21 12:31
I’m quite sure that at this point, every last person on earth has heard the news. Just in case you’ve only just returned from an off-grid trip and for whatever reason the first t… Read More
2016-11-10 08:28
I mentioned before about boat rides and how much fun they can be, but also why on occasion, it’s better to walk instead. This trip is the opposite; unless you enjoy the idea of wading… Read More
2016-11-02 09:24
Holland is world famous for its windmills and tulips, so much so that a ridiculous amount of people are unaware that Holland is actually a region of the Netherlands, rather than a country in… Read More
2016-10-26 06:42
Every now and then I visit a place because I’ve heard amazing things about it, or I’ve been recommended to visit by friends that have been before me. Sometimes these places don&r&hell…Read More
2016-10-11 18:18
We all know everyone enjoys a nice peaceful boat ride. Floating slowly along a river, sipping on a gorgeous red wine. The sun is slowly setting behind the mountains and stop to take in the m… Read More
2016-07-26 19:12
With the seemingly everlasting summer weather that we’re currently experiencing here in the UK, it’s prime time for barbecues, long walks and playing games at the park. This time… Read More
2016-07-21 20:57
Late to the party as always; I know. All things considered though, I feel this is something worth discussing. What happened? A wedge-tailed eagle attempted to carry away an Aussie lad at Ali… Read More
2016-07-10 13:00
After celebrating my birthday in Darwin, the time came to venture into the outback once again; this time heading into Kakadu National Park. Kakadu is one of two massive national pa… Read More
2016-06-28 18:43
The unthinkable has happened, and my fellow countrymen have decided to vote to leave the EU. After a seemingly endless slagging match, the wrong side won. I generally keep my political thoug… Read More
2016-05-06 08:19
Das ist schwierig. Ich brauchte Google Translate für der Titel! also… Hallo! Das ist mein schlecht Versuch bei Deutsch. ‘schuldigung für Brechen der Sprache. Mei… Read More
2016-04-25 10:58
Part of working in ‘Digital’ means that I spend an abnormal amount of time trawling through Google. Every so often I come across a sweet new update that the guys over at G have i… Read More
2016-04-20 14:13
Yesterday I found myself looking back through all of the various pictures I’ve taken and found a few from a particular drive through Tasmania. If I’m not mistaken it would’… Read More
2016-03-23 22:05
It’s one of the natural wonders of the world, is famed for its beauty and it’s shrinking. The Great Barrier Reef is one of Australia’s less kept secrets, and it attracts ho… Read More
2016-03-04 20:41
Luck would have it that as I was skimming through a bunch of photographs I took whilst travelling around Tasmania I found a few hidden gems. It’s been well over a year since Matt and m… Read More
2016-02-04 20:56
Hidden away in Kakadu National Park, along a small walking track guarded by crocodiles, lies Jim Jim Falls . The 259 metre high waterfall is a part of Jim Jim Creek, and the single drop… Read More
2016-01-17 19:56
One of the commonly listed “must-see” activities for backpackers in Australia is to head off to Uluru and spend the evening there to watch the sunset. Often hand in hand with a b… Read More
2015-12-07 22:10
Alice Springs is the major settlement found in the Australian Outback, and is a must-see location for anyone backpacking around Australia, or maybe just transiting through the red centre. Al… Read More
2015-11-11 22:02
Alongside Uluru, Kata Tjuta is one of the major and more famous landmarks that can be found in the red centre of Australia. Commonly referred to as the Olgas, the massive rock formation boas… Read More
2015-10-29 19:14
Lonely Planet have released the best in travel destinations for 2016, and Australia rightly makes the cut for the top 10 places to visit next year. Featuring for it’s outstanding natur… Read More
2015-10-15 18:21
As Germany’s fourth largest city, Köln has plenty to offer for locals and tourists alike. It’s still a city, so unless you live there you aren’t going to be wanting to… Read More
2015-09-14 19:15
It’s one of the first things you see when you get to Köln. For me, arriving at night, you could spot it from halfway across the city – perhaps further. Gorgeously back lit… Read More
2015-09-02 21:50
First things first, Germany was awesome. Thanks for asking. I’m now safely back in the UK and that means its back to work and filling up my lunch breaks with the drafting, editing and… Read More
2015-08-27 18:35
First things first, let me just establish that this is intended to be the first of a series of posts (probably around 4) which detail the trip that Nicola and me recently embarked upon to Co… Read More
2015-08-25 12:16
It’s no secret that Alice Springs is quite a small place, and being located in central Australia, right in the middle of the outback, doesn’t exactly help it’s situation. T… Read More
2015-08-21 12:50
I’m fully aware of what the title sounds like, but I couldn’t help myself. If you’re looking for that kind of stuff you won’t find it on this blog, sorry! Kings Canyo… Read More
2015-01-31 12:58
I just wanted to share this picture I took in Freycinet National Park, Tasmania. This is the opposite side of the “neck” from Wineglass Bay, and features a 360 degree… Read More
2015-01-30 12:10
Ah. Dubai. One of the worlds up and coming cities. Home to the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa, and a bunch of other architectural wonders. It’s a pretty place, and an… Read More
2015-01-28 21:52
Sydney is considered by many as the ultimate destination to celebrate New Year. Having finally experienced it myself, I find myself inclined to agree, it is definitely up there with must-see… Read More
2015-01-27 22:37
First of all, I’d like to point out that there is in fact a cyclist crossing the Sydney Harbour Bridge. I spotted him from down below and couldn’t really help myself. So there yo… Read More
2015-01-20 14:00
Tasmania boasts a vast number of national parks, and there is undoubtedly a park for every person, a different sort as it were. The first national park that I stopped off at was Rocky Cape… Read More
2015-01-15 12:01
There’s one phrase I hear all the time, and if I’m completely honest with you, it really winds me up.
“You’re so lucky. I wish I could do that”
I mean, yes, I a… Read More
2015-01-08 13:47
First and foremost, Happy New Year! Yeah, I’m late. Sorry about that.
I get that this isn’t really the sort of resolution you probably expect from people, and certainly seems lik… Read More
2014-12-02 19:43
Australia is a huge country, and knowing exactly which route to travel around it is nigh on impossible. There are plenty of ways to traverse the varied Australian landscape, and they all hav… Read More
2014-11-30 16:10
You might not have heard the good news, but I’m heading off on a trip to Tasmania! As part of my extended holiday break to Australia, during which I have a few other awesome events pla… Read More
2014-11-23 14:37
Have you ever been on the road and wanted to find a good spot to watch the sunset? Those kind of spots are often difficult to find aren’t they? You can never really tell where you migh… Read More
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