With Jo still in Jakarta, and me still in Nusa Dua waiting out the Bali PPKM (Covid Restrictions), I decided this week to actually DO something. I had heard a rumour about a new plane that has appeared in pieces on the clifftops out at Uluwatu, above one of the […]
Australia is a large and diverse country, and for many first time visitors it can be quite daunting. Choosing what cities to visit can become confusing, especially when there are such great distances separating them, and each of them have such different things to offer. That is why I have […]
When it comes to international travel, there are statistics that say WHERE people are actually traveling, and then there are polls, that reveal where people WANT to travel. Sometimes these lists can be confusing, and oft times totally different. So, I have decided to put together a list of places […]
For every first time visitor to Bali, there is always the question of what to do? This amazing island is so diverse, and with terrain ranging from Mountains and Jungles to white sandy beaches, there is so much to choose from. Little wonder that once you step outside your resort, […]
This blog has been a long time coming, but here it is. Finally! Welcome to THE JOURNEY! For those that have been following along with my website, and the adventures that I have been writing about on there, then thank you all! Now, here is the weekly account that I […]
Mount Coot-tha lies approximately 6 kilometers west of the Brisbane CBD, and is the highest peak in the Brisbane Urban Area. With a reserve that covers 1600 hectares of Australian bush and forest, it is a natural drawcard for local Brisbane hikers and nature lovers. Hiking is not the only […]
Welcome to my Complete Guide to Newcastle! But first, we will start with a small background on this amazing city. The city of Newcastle is the second largest city in NSW, and the sixth largest in Australia. It is also the second oldest city in NSW, having been discovered way […]
There is a hidden gem in the city of Newcastle, NSW, that not many people know about. For locals, though, it was just a part of life growing up in this coastal city. It was a place that they could cool off, enjoy the sun and waves in a spot […]
When it comes to Gold Coast holidays, it is usually all about the sun, sand and surf. These days, it’s also about the Theme Parks and Waterslides. But did you know that there is another side of the Gold Coast that is often overlooked, and most visitors to the region […]
South East Queensland is the fastest growing and most populous region in the Australian state of Queensland. It encompasses a full corner of the state, and is a major drawcard for both domestic and international tourists. The reason for this popularity is the incredible diversity, beauty and both natural and […]
Perth is the capital of Western Australia. But how much do you actually know about it? Everyone (well, nearly everyone) knows where it is, and probably how to get there. Like most places, though, it has a long history, and along the way has accumulated a lengthy list of titles, […]
There are many places that a visitor to Yogyakarta will have high on their list of places to see. Between Borobudur, Prambanan, the Royal Palace and Jogja’s amazing beaches, most tourists to the city have a pretty hefty schedule. Right in the middle of the city, however, is located an […]