Ace Ventura has never been someone I’ve aspired to. As a 28 year old woman, being told that you look like Jim Carrey’s character is more than a little unnerving, but I am told that this is what I look like every morning I wake up. This was an unexpected side effect I encountered recently […]
How To Budget For Your Next Trip
April 25, 2011 by 5 Comments
One of the hardest things about travel is knowing how much money you’re going to need, especially on long term trips, and if you’re on a tight budget you might be wondering how you’re ever going to save enough money to travel. The good news is that a lot of people over-estimate how much they […]
Photo Of The Week – Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi
April 22, 2011 by 7 Comments
Emirates Palace, in Abu Dhabi (of the United Arab Emirates) is a huge 7 star luxury hotel which opened in 2005. The exterior of the hotel is a sight to be seen – it has 114 domes that are over 70 meters high, 200 fountains and 1.3 kilometers of private coastline for its guests. I […]
A Guide To Indian Train Travel
April 21, 2011 by 11 Comments
India is a train lovers paradise, and it’s by far the best way to explore the sprawling patchwork of Indian cities, villages and countryside. Films like the Darjeerling limited and the best-selling novel Shantaram have both epitomised the chaos and bustle that is the Indian train journey, and for someone that’s never visited before it […]
5 Super Relaxing Summer Holiday Destinations
April 19, 2011 by 5 Comments
Everybody loves a summer holiday, especially me… From being a little kid growing up in Australia, heading to the beach during school holidays was my idea of heaven. And even now as an adult there’s still something special about getting away to the coast somewhere and letting all the stresses of modern life melt away […]
Love Your Sport? Love Melbourne!
April 14, 2011 by 14 Comments
Australians love their sport (me included) and while many Sydney-siders or Brisban-ites may argue with the following statement, as a staunch Melburnian, my city is undeniably Australia’s sporting hub. It’s the spiritual home of Aussie rules, the headquarters of the Australian Open and perhaps the most famous horse race in the world – The Melbourne Cup. […]
Would You Try A Competitive Sporting Holiday?
April 12, 2011 by 4 Comments
Last weekend I travelled to Brighton on the south coast of the UK where I completed my first ever marathon in just over five hours. The sun was shining, the crowds were cheering and apart from my legs all but self-combusting at the finish line, I had a completely fun and unique travel experience – […]
How To Have A Champagne Holiday In Paris On A Beer Budget
April 11, 2011 by 14 Comments
Paris has become one of my favourite cities, and having spent a few weekends there recently I’ve learnt some useful tips on keeping your costs down while not sacrificing on the true Parisian experience. While the city can be pricey if you demand 5 star luxury, there are many ways you can ensure you stick to […]
Top 5 Stations For Art On The London Tube Network
April 7, 2011 by 5 Comments
Smelly, dirty, rat-infested…these may be some of the most common words (and mis-conceptions I might add!) that come to mind when thinking of the London tube…but art you say?! Yes – Not many people know about the many different kinds of art throughout the network, which includes mosaics, murals, installations and modern architecture. I love […]
A Guide To Eastern Europe Travel
April 5, 2011 by 42 Comments
Anyone who has ever travelled through Eastern Europe by train or coach will probably tell you about the beautiful landscapes and architecture, but not so much about the joy of booking the trip. Most websites aren’t in English and none of the train operators allow you to book online, instead you need to visit their designated […]
