I don’t know why, but as much as I love Sydney, years always seem to pass between my visits to this beautiful city. Sydney was actually the reason I wanted to move to Australia in the first place. In my early twenties, I had pictures of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge all over my bedroom walls, dreaming of the day I would finally see them for myself. As soon...
It wasn’t my first visit to the French capital. I was born and bred in France, after all. However, it took me five visits to finally fall madly in love with Paris. I have always liked Paris. I mean, what’s not to like? The architecture is breathtaking, the food is delicious and there is so much to see and do that, even after five visits, I still have places on my...
When my April flight to Paris via Qatar was cancelled, finding another way to visit my family without selling a kidney became a real challenge! Eventually I found an affordable flight from Brisbane with EVA Air via Taipei. There was just one catch… Simon wasn’t coming. It was going to be my first solo trip in over 17 years. I’ll admit, I was a...
Wallabies and kangaroos on the beach at sunrise… even after 20 years in Australia and more kangaroo sightings than I could possibly count, this was still something I had always wanted to see. It took me years to finally make it to Cape Hillsborough. But was it actually worth the trip? We had a long weekend and, as usual for us, long weekend = exploring somewhere new...
Seeing the Komodo dragons had been on my bucket list for years, so when I started planning an Indonesian trip, visiting Komodo National Park was non-negotiable. Stunning beaches, crystal-clear water, colourful coral reefs, incredible hikes and rare wildlife. It sounded like absolute paradise, and I couldn’t wait to experience it all. Of course, our trip to...
After four wonderful days on Gili Air, we transferred to Gili Meno for a two-night stay. We had absolutely loved Gili Air and had heard Gili Meno was just as incredible for turtle spotting and snorkeling but only even quieter, which suited us perfectly. Nicknamed the “honeymoon island”, Gili Meno is especially popular with couples looking for a slower, more peaceful...
On our recent trip to Indonesia, we wanted to explore somewhere we hadn’t been before. We’d visited Bali a couple of times years ago, but lately all we seemed to hear was how busy it had become and how much it had changed. Lombok appealed to us far more. It had always been on the list, and with quick and affordable direct flights from Sunshine Coast Airport to Bali...
While planning our road trip back from Tongariro National Park back to Auckland, we were looking for a cozy spot to stop for a couple of nights. That’s how we stumbled upon Raglan, a tiny, laid-back town on the west coast of the North Island. I wasn’t sure what to expect from this little bohemian haven, but we absolutely fell in love with it! Known for...
Nestled in the heart of New Zealand’s North Island, Rotorua is a captivating small-town bursting with incredible experiences. From bubbling geothermal parks and steaming hot springs to rich Māori cultural encounters, towering ancient redwoods, and heart-pounding adrenaline adventures, there’s truly something for everyone here. Pohutu Geyser erupting How...
If you’re road-tripping around New Zealand’s North Island, the Coromandel Peninsula is an absolute must. Think wild beaches, emerald-green hills, waterfalls flowing, and jaw-dropping coastal lookouts. The kind of place that has you pulling over every five minutes just to say “WOW”. Beautiful views everywhere! Located in the Waikato Region, the Coromandel Peninsula...