Seeing the sights, telling the stories, one spot at at time
I’VE FIGURED IT OUT! This is the key to travel success for those of us who are no longer in our twenties. After taking 4 days out to lay by a pool (in the middle of a busy, city hopping fortnight) I have decided this …
A recap of my adventures in AUTUMN 2023 Autumn was busy! I had some experiences planned across Sydney, the Central Coast and the South Coast before I jetted off to South East Asia for some adventures in Singapore, Indonesia and a new country – Taiwan! …
I had two overseas trips in 2023, to 4 countries. My only new country was Taiwan – just a quick 3 day layover in Taipei. On the first day we trekked the thousand steps up Elephant Mountain (well really just a big hill) to see …
“The best feeling is counting down to your next adventure” In this crazy journey of life with its frenetic fast paced cycle of full time work and adulting, it helps to have a light at the end of the tunnel. My ‘light at the …
While in Beijing, one of my travel buddies introduced me to her infamous ‘jump shot’. I soon adopted it as a practise from then on, and together we have jumped our way through China, South Korea, Vietnam, Peru, Bolivia and Chile. This was my first …
There’s nothing better than those travel moments when you are completely immersed in a new culture. Travel awakens all the senses, especially your sense of sight as you feast your eyes on new scenery, viewpoints and places. Every now and then you have an experience, …
Come on a virtual trip from your lounge room! While most of us are stuck at home and unable to travel, I thought I would put together visual trips of some faraway places. This way we can all participate in some photography escapism and remind …
My last overseas trip (thanks Covid) was to Korea and Japan in 2019. We arrived in Seoul and had four days to explore the bustling capital. My travel companions and I are always looking for a mixture of things to do, balancing the big ticket …
We all know that South Koreas are a little kooky, definitely hip and after visiting Seoul and Busan, I realised they are extremely organised, courteous and kitsch. I hadn’t been to Japan yet, so the South Koreans were definitely taking out the kitsch awards. In …
A recap of my adventures in the month of September 2019 Work was winding down as I approached my big overseas trip or the year! I headed off to South Korea and Japan on the 23rd of September for a three week trip with good …
Sydney is wet at the moment. Very wet. It has been pouring on and off all month. It has to be one of the wettest Octobers on record. And the rain has been ruining plans, as it does. Weddings, parties, picnics, open studios, sport… all …
A trip to the island of Bali and Ubud would not be complete without visiting the Ubud Monkey forest. I was looking forward to it. Cute monkeys! Baby monkeys! OMG we can feed the monkeys! Then I remembered my past monkey experiences and the tales …
I love this shot! Taken on a beach in Koh Samoi, Thailand, at a typical beach party. The beach party scene is not really my thing. Not because I don’t like drinking and dancing, but the whole ‘drunken tourist in Thailand’ display really doesn’t sit …
I love buying souvenirs while I travel. However, my suitcase or backpack does not love when I buy things while I travel. It has been known for me to buy an extra bag while overseas, or enlist others to help me sit on and close …
I love this quote by Confuscius. It’s a good mantra for travelling, no matter where you go, there you are. It reminds you to be so present in the moment of travel. I love nothing more than taking everything in, sights, smells, experiences. Every smile, …
Whilst staying and exploring the areas of Seminyak, Legian, Chengu and Batu Belig in Bali I was pleasantly surprised by the amount of fantastic cafes, bars, restaurants and clubs on offer. It’s seriously a foodie’s dream and the prices are so reasonable! You forget you’re …
I love a good photo opportunity, especially when travelling. And with the discovery of Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest etc, I take so many more photos, even of the most benign things. I obviously suffer from FOMO, but also “FOMO-OPO”- Fear of Missing Out On Photo Opportunities. …
So you’re going to Cambodia? Yeah, can’t wait to see Angor Wat! And that was the extent of my knowledge of Cambodia’s sights before I stepped foot in the country. Our first destination was Siem Reap, gateway to Angkor Wat and the entire temple …
From the gazillion people who had visited Bali before me, the message was clear – it’s mandatory to visit Ubud. A lot of people also recommended staying in Ubud too. We didn’t have time to stay there and our rushed day trip didn’t allow us …
Travelling around China is not for the fainthearted. A country of a billion or so people means that all forms of transport are busy, confusing and always crowded. Read on for some tips for surviving what could be up to seventeen hours packed in a …
