For many travellers, it's the fantasy of riding camels through the Sahara Desert, the sun setting behind the sand dunes and a scarf fluttering lightly around their head, that draws them to Morocco. As spectacular as the desert may be, though, it's only a small part of what makes this North African[...]
Every May & June, just as the days are beginning to feel a whole lot darker and the city settles (rather reluctantly) into scarf-weather, Sydney explodes in a festival of bright lights and enchanting colours that actually makes winter something to look forward to. Now in its 10th year, Vivid Syd[...]
Nestled between a lush escarpment and golden beaches from Sydney’s Royal National Park to NSW’s pristine South Coast, the Illawarra region is positively overflowing with natural beauty. Without even a fraction of the tourist popularity of nearby Sydney, though, many people completely overlook th[...]
Iceland is quickly becoming one of the most obsessed-over travel destinations, and there's no better way to discover this incredible country than on a road trip! Despite the impossibly chilly image of winter in Iceland, it's actually one of the best times to explore: there are fewer crowds, prices d[...]
Despite the popularity of Clifton's serpentine Sea Cliff Bridge among tourists and locals alike, the vast majority of visitors actually have no idea where to go for aerial views of this iconic Illawarra landmark. In fact, I've lived within 30 minutes of this bridge for the last 5 years and I only v[...]
Although just 90 minutes from central Sydney, the Blue Mountains couldn't be farther from the buzz of city life, making this region one of the most popular weekend destinations for Sydneysiders and tourists alike. And with the stunning mountain views, vibrant forests, thundering waterfalls, and seem[...]
One of the most popular hikes in the Blue Mountains National Park, the Grand Canyon Loop walking track is a short (but very sweet) hike through some of the region's best scenery. From ferns and eucalypts, to waterfalls and creeks, this walk is a great way to get up close and personal with the landsc[...]
I spent last week writing an extremely long-winded post on reasons to move to Australia that I hoped would convey at least some of the seemingly infinite things I love about this country, but I also realised in the process that I’ve never taken the time to write anything about the personal reasons[...]
For anyone interested in studying in Australia either as an exchange student or for their entire degree, applying for the right visa may feel somewhat overwhelming. As an international student now on my second student visa in Australia, however, I am happy to report that the process is actually rath[...]
Meandering past stunning coastal lookouts, through surprisingly rich bushland, and across secluded beaches from Spit Bridge to Manly, this scenic stroll in Sydney's Northern Beaches is one of the best city walks, possibly ever. And, like many of Sydney's other coastal walks, this is as much a h[...]
Sydney is, without a doubt, one of the most beautiful cities in the entire world. And while that beauty is easy to lose sight of when driving through the web of chaos that is the Sydney CBD (making the 9th wrong turn at a 6-way intersection onto a one-way road), it's absolutely effortless to recoup[...]
Taking in Bondi, Tamarama, Bronte, Clovelly & Coogee Beach, the Bondi to Coogee coastal walk is the absolute best way to explore some of Sydney's most popular beaches. Although you certainly won't be the only one out for an afternoon walk along this path and you may have to fight for towel spac[...]
You can hardly throw a stone in the Blue Mountains without hitting a scenic lookout or a beautiful viewpoint. With hundreds of spots overlooking the Kedumba Valley, Mount Solitary, Jamison Valley, Grose Valley, Narrow Neck Plateau, Kings Tableland, Katoomba Falls, Three Sisters, and countless other[...]
A pleasant stroll along the cliffs that includes nearly all of the Blue Mountain’s major tourist spots—Scenic World, Katoomba Falls, Echo Point & the Three Sisters, Leura Cascades, and Bridal Veil Falls—the Prince Henry Cliff Walk is inarguably one of the best day hikes this region has to[...]
Nestled in the Wentworth Falls Valley, just a short 90-minute drive from the bustle of Sydney's CBD into the vibrant Blue Mountains, the Valley of the Waters track offers more waterfalls in a single walk (and single hour) than you’re likely to find in many other places. Always on the hunt for uniq[...]
For unparalleled views of the glistening coastline from Austinmer to Wollongong, and even a great vantage point over the lush Illawarra Escarpment, Sublime Point Walking Track is a short climb about an hour south of Sydney that just can’t be missed. Although you’ll earn the view with plenty of s[...]
Filled with impossibly stunning views of the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Opera House, dotted with secluded beaches, and finishing on a bustling wharf full of lively weekend chatter, this is an easy walk with great rewards. Even travelling to and from the walk on one of the Circular Quay fer[...]
Namibia is like no where else in the world. That really struck me as I sat, legs dangling over the world's second largest canyon, completely alone. Save for my group of friends, there wasn't another person in sight, and you don't just almost never find that; you never find that. Something I notice[...]
Few cities in the world take your breath away quite like Cape Town. Before you even step off of the plane or hop out of the car, fleeting glimpses of the iconic mountains and glistening coastline will knock you senseless and leave you wishing that you hadn't even booked return tickets. I tried my v[...]
You know that feeling when you're in a beautiful place and you're suddenly overcome by the moment? Nearly moved to tears by the sheer wonder of what you're seeing, overwhelmed by a feeling that there's no where in the world you'd rather be, a sense that you are truly living and a sort of premonitio[...]