I have very varied luck when it comes to the weather and travelling. Sometimes it goes … Five things to do on a rainy day in Queenstown, New ZealandRead more
Oceania
A city rebuilding: why Christchurch is worth a stop on your New Zealand trip
Last year, when I was planning my New Zealand trip, the first thing that came to … A city rebuilding: why Christchurch is worth a stop on your New Zealand tripRead more
Why you should take the ferry between New Zealand’s North and South Islands
I’m a big fan of boats, and, beyond that moment of excitement of the plane speeding … Why you should take the ferry between New Zealand’s North and South IslandsRead more
Getting to know New Zealand: a visit to Wellington
I wasn’t sure what to expect from Wellington, New Zealand’s capital city; all I knew prior … Getting to know New Zealand: a visit to WellingtonRead more
In search of New Zealand’s volcanoes: Auckland, Rotorua and Taupo
When I told people that I was going to visit New Zealand on my way home … In search of New Zealand’s volcanoes: Auckland, Rotorua and TaupoRead more
Seven days in Cairns: the Daintree, Port Douglas, and the Great Barrier Reef
After my last-minute decision to stop off in Townsville and go looking for koalas on Magnetic … Seven days in Cairns: the Daintree, Port Douglas, and the Great Barrier ReefRead more
In search of koalas: Townsville and Magnetic Island
I was never intending to stop off in Townsville. I was running out of time before … In search of koalas: Townsville and Magnetic IslandRead more
White sands and boat life: Airlie Beach and sailing the Whitsundays
After ticking learning to surf off my bucket list, and enjoying the tranquil beachside life of … White sands and boat life: Airlie Beach and sailing the WhitsundaysRead more
Learning to surf in Agnes Water, Australia
After my Fraser Island adventure and whale-watching excitement in Hervey Bay, it was time to hop … Learning to surf in Agnes Water, AustraliaRead more
Dingoes, shipwrecks and a bumpy ride: exploring Fraser Island (without driving)
It was hard to believe, but almost two years had passed since I first landed in … Dingoes, shipwrecks and a bumpy ride: exploring Fraser Island (without driving)Read more
