J’aime le Vin – Best of Bordeaux
Calling all wine lovers! It’s one of the world’s most famous wine regions, with 250 000 acres of vineyards and over 9000 wine producers. Whether you’re looking for a full body Red, refreshing Rose or [...]
Going back to my Roots – Highlights from Scotland
My inspiration to go to Scotland came from a few different things. Firstly, the classic Blockbuster movie Braveheart that I first watched in the 90’s, which ignited some curiosity around the bloody history. Then my [...]
Moving to London – The Expat Survival Guide
Flying from Barcelona to London was one of those contrasting experiences, like comparing apples to oranges. I left a city with sunshine and warm weather, full of smiling faces, free spirits and affectionate relationships, to [...]
Travel Teachings – 10 Lessons that have changed me forever
I remember when I first left Canada in June 2012. I was 24, looking for some inspiration and ready for a change. While I was enjoying much of my lifestyle working as a young professional [...]
Travel & Budgeting – How to save and maintain your finances on the road
Travelling can look very different for each person, depending on ones circumstance. For some, it’s filled with glam and luxury, with 5 star hotels, boutique shopping and award winning restaurants. For others, it’s a combination [...]
Chasing The Balkans – Bulgaria
Once ruled by the Ottoman Empire, later to be allied with the Soviet Union, interconnected with the losing side of both World Wars, and Communist for over 40 years. No doubt, Bulgaria has a fascinating, [...]
Mediterranean Magic – Discover Greece
It’s the birthplace of democracy, Western Philosophy, Olympic games and home to 3 of the greatest Philosophers of our time, Aristotle, Plato and Socrates. For me, coming to Greece made perfect sense with my ongoing [...]
Landlocked Laos – Highlights
It’s landlocked, mountainous and home to the mighty Mekong River. With ancient temples, eco adventures, caverns and waterfalls, Laos is an ideal place to visit for anyone exploring South East Asia. Heavily influenced by French [...]
Indonesia – Bali with a slice of Java
While Jack and I left Australia in 2015 for our around the world trip, both of our siblings got engaged to be married shortly after our departure. That meant we would be going back to [...]
Best Bits of Western USA – road trip style
As we speak, I’m travelling around South East Asia for the second time. But let’s rewind a bit. After spending the summer in Canada, and attending my sisters wedding, Jack and I rigged up a [...]
Best Bits of Eastern USA – road trip style
From skyscrapers and city lights, to open fields and towering oaks. From Philly Cheese Steaks and French fries, to Southern friend chicken and grits. From city to coast, cool climate to warm, Eastern USA offers [...]
Reflect, Prep & Pack – necessities for a multi-climate road trip!
Coming home! After travelling around Asia for 10 months, I found myself back in Canada for the summer. My main inspiration to come back was the exciting news of my sister’s wedding. As mentioned in [...]