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[:en]Man cannot discover new oceans unless he has the courage to lose sight of the shore.[:]
Two years ago, I lived for a few weeks in Sydney. Although, Sydney wasn’t really my city, given that I’m a Melbourne girl, I fell in love with the neighborhood I was living in; Glebe. Described by the person selling the neighborhood to me ‘Glebe is a little bohemian neighborhood with many bookstores, cafes, and pubs’. (more…)
Every afternoon that I don’t wanna work and need a break, I’m heading into the city from Manly. One of my favorite neighborhoods is Newtown because there’s something to do around the clock. (more…)
As soon as you enter Australia and you start backpacking, you hear people talking about Fraser Island and how amazing it is. But somehow, I waited way too long to travel the East Coast (I blame you Melbourne!), but this winter (or European summer) I finally did it.
Fraser Island is the world’s biggest sand island, and a heritage-listed island in Queensland, Australia. Visiting is a must if you’re close by but there’s only one problem. (more…)
Let’s face it, lying on the beach with a cold drink in your hand is a glorious place to be. But if you fancy doing something a little different, why not go somewhere where you can see some of the world’s most fascinating animal species, and explore a completely different landscape? When people think about vacationing in Africa, they think of popular tourist spots like Marrakech and Cape Town- but why not go for something a little more wild and wonderful instead? Botswana consists of high plateau tablelands with hills and mountains offering spectacular scenery and plenty of great opportunities to see animals too. Here are some of the ways you can encounter animals while you’re visiting. (more…)
Recently I did a trip from Sydney where I live this winter, to Cairns, north Australia by bus, stopping at all major towns and hotspots like Byron Bay, Brisbane and The Whitsundays. But for me it was a very different experience than for most backpackers, because I wasn’t really backpacking. I haven’t been backpacking since the start of this trip, 7 months ago already, and I’m still not backpacking. I turned into a flashpacker. Here are some signs you’re turning into me too:
Ok so we’ve all been there. We have all had a day or two where we think “I really, really just need a break”. Whether it be a particularly hard week at work, stress at home or you’ve just woken up feeling a little like you can’t handle life at the minute, there is usually something that makes us think we need a break. Have a look here if you want to know the signs that you simply cannot ignore (or just need help talking yourself into how much you do need some time off)! (more…)
The world has so much wonder and joy to offer travelers. From the rainforests of South America to the frozen wastes of Antarctica, most people don’t get to see much of the planet they call home. This is a shame, though. Nowadays, the world is more connected than ever. Going to other countries is affordable if you put in the right work. And, it can be done through a variety of methods. One post can’t cover the entire world, though. So, instead, this post will be going through some of the best ways to see the largest island in the world; Australia. Now, you just have to pack your bags and get out there. (more…)
If you’re traveling from Sydney to Cairns by bus or car, you will pass a city called Newcastle. It’s Australia’s second oldest city and a favorite weekend getaway from Sydney. Is stopping at Newcastle worth it? And what is there to do? Read along for my experience and top tips. (more…)
When you visit Australia, you should make sure you visit Byron Bay, as many find it a magical place. But to be honest, there aren’t many attractions, and you need to know where to go when you visit. Try to talk to locals or people that visited before, to get all the know how to have a great time in Byron Bay. Some people only spend a couple of days and some never leave… whatever you do, make sure you don’t rule out giving these amazing day trips a chance! (more…)
Kuchu Teien offers a spectacular panoramic view of Osaka and it was definitely one of the highlights of my first days in Osaka!
Traveling abroad can be a gargantuan task. Not only do you have to plan your flights, but you have to plan your hotels, your travel, your budget and how much is really going to be necessary to carry with you to name a few. It can seem in the endless quest to remember everything that our business considerations are easy to take a back seat. Travelling can be tiring, but doing so with an air of professionalism the whole way can be even more so. (more…)
Never allow waiting to become a habit. Live your dreams and take risks. Life is happening now.
This week I stopped waiting for things. From articles or photos that need permission to publish, people you make plans with but they keep changing the date to my own to do list. I do it all. Now. Or keep going instead of wait. That feels much better and more in the moment!
I now realize how important it is to have a backup emergency (travel) fund. Go make your dreams come true, but never take risks like traveling without an emergency fund. After a string of ‘bad experiences’, it’s more than ever time for me to book an expensive hotel (I don’t like motels). I don’t know how I could have paid for it without my emergency fund, and as a freelance blogger or entrepreneur, there are always ways to make more money.
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