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Street Art in Melbourne
One of the things I love about Melbourne is the city’s art scene. Not only does Melbourne have over 100 art galleries but you don’t need to spend long in the city to notice the vibrant street art, one of the features that keeps Melbourne streets interesting and edgy. Don’t be mistaken and think that ‘street art’ is a yuppy term for graffiti. Graffiti is definitely part of Melbourne’s street art scene but it is not just random sprays and tags. There is much more to it than that. Mosaics, murals and pieces of art also bring the city’s streets to life, making the city feel friendly and definitely making…
Sun-chasing, Rooster attacks, writing and living local – an interview with travellers Adele and Dave Estes
Storytelling is a big part of travelling for me. I love the insight you get from hearing about the things others have done and the opportunity travel provides to help others by sharing your own experiences. It is for this reason that I have decided to publish interviews with other travellers that I hope you will find interesting and inspirational. Friends of mine, Adele and Dave, who are following the sun around the world at the moment as part of a two-year trip, kindly agreed to this first interview. I know they share my hope that reading about their experiences inspires you to make your travel dreams a reality. Before…
Scuba Diving in Boracay, Philippines
Part of what made diving from Boracay Island in the Philippines so exciting was that it was the off-season and tremendously windy (gusty really) on the side of the island most of the dive centres were on. With absolute faith in what I was being told about great diving being available somewhere else I signed up. Getting ready The first interesting point of the adventure was being given a men’s wetsuit to wear. When I asked for a women’s wetsuit I was told ‘this one will fit you’. As a suitably female-shaped diver I knew this was going to be one of those baggy wetsuit experiences. I donned the wetsuit…
Where will you go in 2014?
How much have you travelled in the past year? Have you achieved your travel dreams or do you feel like you have failed spectacularly? Don’t forget we choose to travel. If you prioritise travel over other spending it is surprising how far you can get. One method I use to work towards achieving my travel goals is to keep a bucketlist. There is some snootiness amongst travellers about keeping bucketlists but I don’t feel that way. Sure, some people mindlessly tick items off a list rather than being open to the interesting experiences that travel provides (often weird and wonderful in my experience), but that doesn’t mean having a reminder…
Escape to Lindos
The village of Lindos is nestled on the south east coast of the Greek island of Rhodes and combines atmospheric streets, history, art and amazing beaches. This is my guide to the best things to do in Lindos. St Pauls Bay Rhodes holidays provide an opportunity to explore this historic and interesting island. There is so much history that it is easy to forget the beach when you’re looking for the best things to do in Rhodes. The area around Lindos has some spectacular beaches but St Pauls Bay is the most popular. Boasting sheltered, clear blue water and a seafood restaurant the beach experience here provides everything you need.…
10 Best Things to do in Florida
Known as the ‘Sunshine State’, Florida’s weather and glorious beaches attract over 60 million visitors every year. Amusement parks and beach destinations are popular but Florida offers so much more. Where else can you inspect spaceships in the morning and swim with manatees in the afternoon? Here is my list of the ten best things to do in Florida. Orlando Theme Parks Infamous for its theme parks, Orlando is a favourite with families and thrill-seekers looking for fun in the sun. There is a huge array of fun parks and there really is something to suit everyone. Embrace your inner big kid and head to Disneyland or pick up Universal…
Survival Guide – Turkey
Turkey is a beautiful country of dramatic landscapes, magical stories, rich history and friendly people. The food is fantastic too. It is an incredible destination and is unique in several ways. Here are a few things you should know before you go so you can make the most of your visit. There are so many magical things about Turkey you could spend years there and constantly be learning things. Whether you are considering moving to Turkey or simply enjoy the privacy of cheap holiday villas the experience of being self-sufficient in a foreign country is both interesting and very satisfying. Turkey can seem loud and chaotic at times but I have…
Are Australia’s best beaches in Esperance?
Sometimes I forget how beautiful it is where I live at the moment. Living somewhere that my daily commute is a three-minute drive along the beach means (and I hate to admit it) I take the local coastline for granted sometimes. After a busy period at work, and while coming out of winter, I had sort of forgotten how spectacular Esperance can be. This weekend I rediscovered it. An article I read in a magazine last week said one of my local beaches was ‘stunning’. When great weather was forecast for the weekend I couldn’t resist heading to the beach to remind myself. Despite winning its fair share of awards…
The Best Theme Parks in Orlando
Orlando, Florida is the destination of choice for theme park lovers. To be honest, I’m not a huge fan of theme parks and found the plethora of parks a bit overwhelming, but I was pleased to find some parks educational as well as entertaining. Orlando is possibly the best example of what tourism can do for a town’s economy. With almost 50 million visitors enjoying Orlando family holidays each year, the sub-tropical climate and theme parks are clearly a draw-card. Orlando has more entertainment parks than anywhere else in the world and there really is something to suit everybody. The Walt Disney Resort dominates Orlando with seven different parks. Personally…
Edinburgh Castle – The Symbol of Scotland
No visit to Scotland’s capital city of Edinburgh would be complete without a trip to Edinburgh Castle. The historic fortress that dominates the city skyline is an integral feature of Edinburgh, and some say a symbol of Scotland. Whether you are spending several weeks enjoying Scotland or making the most of cheap rooms in Edinburgh for a weekend break, Edinburgh Castle is a must-see. Edinburgh Castle The castle complex has been home to many Scottish monarchs over the years and today holds Scotland’s Crown Jewels. It is large and, following several restorations, it is possible to walk around and really imagine it as a functioning fortress. With outer defences, a…
