Sydney travel & expat blog: irreverent musings of a life down under and a one-stop-shop for expats and adventurers to Australia & Oceania
Finding the best Sunshine Coast attractions can be easy. This spectacular part of Queensland is known for its surf beaches, hinterland, and resorts, making it the perfect spot to enjoy the iconic relaxed Aussie way of life, even just for a few days. If you enjoy relaxing on the beach, enjoying local markets, going on … Read more
Working overseas in Australia , or elsewhere, is a wonderful opportunity for personal and professional growth, and can be a lot of fun at the same time. As the world we live and work in becomes increasingly global, jump at the chance to work in another country, if you can. Not only will it benefit … Read more
Are you heading from Sydney to London? It’s a super popular route for expats, either for business travel or holiday. Unfortunately, as anyone has travelled to Australia knows, it’s a long way to go. One of the best ways to stay sane and give your body a rest from air travel is with a … Read more
The Bali Swing If you’ve been on Instagram lately (or really, ever), and searched hashtags for #travel, #bali, #girlswhotravel, or something along those lines, you’ve probably come across the iconic Bali swing photos. Although often accompanied by a girl in a long, flowy dress, these shots are popular with a wide range of travellers. The … Read more
If you’re visiting Sydney, or even if you’re a local, you may have noticed the costs of dining out in the city can quickly escalate. Brunch for two with coffee can easily be over $50, and even pub meals tend to range from $20-30 per person, before even thinking about drinks. Although I love my … Read more
Queenstown, New Zealand- it’s famous for being the extreme adventure capital of the world. Bungee jumping as an organised activity started in Queenstown, and now the region attracts adventure-seekers and backpackers from all over, keen to bungee, skydive, paraglide, or take on the giant swings that can be found throughout the region’s canyons and mountains. … Read more
Best craft breweries in Sydney Long gone are the days when Australia’s drink offerings included VB and Carlton, and red or white. Although amazing wineries have been in Australia for ages, the recent years have seen an explosion in the popularity of craft beers. (Also, as an aside for my American readers, Foster’s beer literally … Read more
Unique Hotels in Australia Sometimes you just want to get away on an adventure, and, let’s face it, the average, cookie-cutter chain hotels don’t always cut it. If you’re looking for something out of the ordinary, check out these unique hotels in Australia- from bustling cities to remote outback spots, you can find incredibly unique … Read more