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First Time Backpacker’s Guide to Suburban Melbourne
As a backpacker visiting the cultural, artistic and foodie haven that is Melbourne for the very first time, you are in for a treat. Unlike a certain harbour city rival further up north, Melbourne is not so much known for its world-famous sights and big name attractions – though it certainly has its fair share of those, thank you very much – but rather is best attuned for the range of experiences it offers to the discerning visitor. From food, to art, to walks through nature, Melbourne is ripe for exploration and full of experiences to indulge in and savour. It’s not regarded the world’s most liveable city for nothing!…
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An Essential Shopping Guide to New York City
There’s nothing quite like shopping in New York. If you’ve ever done it, you’ll know what I mean; if not, you’re in for a serious treat. From world-famous icons to tiny, nigh-on impossible to find independent stores, the city has it all – it really does feel like a limitless playground for shopaholics. If you’re considering going on a spending spree in the Big Apple soon – whether it’s a long weekend with the girls or a family affair – make sure you read my guide to the city’s stores before you jet off. As a quick tip, I think if you’re planning on splashing out in the shops you…
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5 Perfect Things to do in Australia for Car Lovers
Most people come to Australia to see the natural sights, perhaps hug a koala or two, or maybe to savour the excellent fresh seafood and locally produced wine. However, Australia is also a fantastic place to visit should you be a serious motor vehicle lover. As the home of the Holden, Australia boasts a proud heritage as both a place where cars are manufactured and driven across the rugged and urban landscape. Here then are five perfect things for car lovers, local and international, to do in Australia. Tour the Great Ocean Road Australia has an amazing array of landscapes and thus driving routes to cater for every traveller…
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Spring is the Grossest Time to Travel
Maybe it’s because of where I grew up, but spring has never been my favourite time of year. You would think maybe it would be winter with it’s cold weather, snow and near hermit living conditions, but winter has its perks. There’s something to be said about the consistent temperature, making you want to bundle up and stay warm at both home and when you go out. There are few things as enjoyable as eating a nice hot meal or drinking a hot beverage by a fireplace with good company, while it snows something fierce outside. Yes, my attitude may be different if I lived a few more hundred years…
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Spring is in the Air!
I don’t think I need to remind you how much I hate winter… but if I do, check this out as a refresher on my whiney feelings about this evil death season. Every year it seems to last longer than the one before it, regardless of what the scientists and ‘experts’ say about climate change all that stuff. Maybe it’s because I’m getting grumpier in my old age, but even the fond memories I had as a wee lass enjoying a good frolic in the snow seems to be replaced by a seasonal scowl. Just because I’m Canadian doesn’t mean I have to like the snow! Oh wait, it does?…
Beauty that Begins
