Marbella? No thanks, San Pedro is where it's at! Want to head to where the locals hang out, and get a feel for 'real' Spain? San Pedro de Alcantara was ideal for this - we spent five days relaxing on the coast, so here's my favourite things to do in this gorgeous part of Spain!
Read MoreIt is literally what it sounds like - hanging out with and learning about the falconers favourite feathery friends and seeing them fly. They are absolutely gorgeous little beings - have a read about what we learnt, who we met and see the photos from our evening with owls!
Read MoreScotland, you beauty. I was in awe as we drove around the many old towns, lochs and glens of Scotland, it truly is a breathtaking part of the United Kingdom! This post isn't a how-to guide, or anything remotely helpful.... What it is though, is a virtual escape through late winter Scotland, and a heavy dose of "I need to go see this myself". I hope you like the photos!
Read MoreHere's my guide to a perfectly lazy and cheap day in Liverpool on a warm day (because we all know that the weather dictates everything in England! Haha). The photo's barely do this place justice, Liverpool really did surprise me with how lovely it was!
Read MoreThe Welsh live in a truly magical part of the UK - I was lucky enough to escape for a few days and I'm in love with the natural beauty of this part of the world. Here's what we got up to, and what I thought of Wales as a destination!
Read MoreIt's been a busy few months full of new ideas and exciting adventures. So - sorry for leaving you all hanging! I decided to just go and live life for a while, and have a bit of a low-key brainstorm about what content I want to send out to you. In this post I let you know a little about what I've been up to, and what's happening on the blog - there's a whole new addition coming soon! So check it out, and let me know what you think!
Read MoreLifestyle design means examining your life, career, goals and values and thinking about how you can make these things align sooner rather than later. You should be able to create a life that makes you happy and feel fulfilled, and I want to share how this can be a reality! This can include what you choose to do as a career or job, as a hobby, in your spare time.... Big or small, lifestyle design is achievable. Read about how I'm making it happen for me, and you can too. (Plus join our facebook group - coming soon!).
Read MoreNeed some inspiration for some holidays this new year? How about checking out amazing Munich? We spent a few days walking around and exploring the city just before Christmas, and it was magical. Check out the photos of this stunning German city, and see why you need to visit!
Read MoreBurleigh Heads is a small but gorgeous part of the Gold Coast, right between Surfers Paradise and Coolangatta. It is a surfers dream, with surf suitable for all levels and plenty of activities to keep people entertained! It has heart, cafes and shops to die for, and a lifestyle to be envious of... We spent a week here, and here is my list of the best things to do in Burleigh Heads!
Read MoreThis is the first of the journal series, where I get a bit more personal with my experiences overseas and record the nitty gritty of living as an expat. I hope you find it interesting!
Read MoreWhat I love about AirBnB is the option of connecting with locals – some houses are all to yourself, and in others you are sharing with the hosts. This gives a great feel for what the people are like, how they live their lives, and they can give great recommendations for the best things to see, do and eat. Read all about our first AirBnB experience in Burleigh Heads, Gold Coast :)
Read MoreHaving started the 'BIG SHIFT' recently, I know now the stresses of moving overseas. There’s a lot to consider when making a huge life change like shifting country, so here’s my complete to-do list for moving overseas…
Read MoreI have less than a month until I will have left my job, moved out of my house, moved in with my parents and packed my life up to shift to the other side of the world. EEEEK. So, how do I feel about leaving my secure little bubble indefinitely?
Read MoreFor this weeks inspiration collection, I've drawn from my own niche - travel bloggers! There is a wealth of them on the blogosphere, and they have a fantastic amount of daydream material. Whether you just want some holiday inspo, or want to figure out how to ditch your 9 to 5 for full time travel, these peeps have a story or two for you!
Read MoreSpending a week in beautiful Christchurch in the middle of winter was great - it's not 'bustling' like neighboring Queenstown and Wanaka, but it's got great character, a lot of heart and lovely people. Here's a list of my favorite things about Christchurch (plus, lots of things to do!).
Read MoreToday is the first in the inspiration series, where I do a round up of links and articles that I've found intriguing or inspiring in some way. When you are focused on a creative field or hobby, the best thing you can do for your creativity is look at fields other than yours and find inspiration there! Here's what I've found this week....
Read MoreCheap, not-so-cheap and rainy day activities to keep you and your family busy in the Coromandel region. There's so much to do here, so here's a few options for you to pick from!
Read MoreWe all need to step out of the box occasionally - traveling included! Don't always stick to the same types of activities, check out the lesser known or more unusual activities wherever you are. I have begun reviewing all of my share-worthy activities on Tripadvisor, so you can find great new things to do on your travels through New Zealand and beyond - cruisey or adventurous!
Read MoreFor a month at the beginning of this year, I was privileged enough to spend time with some very interesting people - my partners grandparents. They flew from the UK to spend a month with us. Here's the interesting part - they are almost completely blind. I quizzed them both about what lures them to travel, and how they deal with the difficulties of navigating the world without sight.
Read MoreIf something goes wrong in our lives, it can quite easily snowball into a bigger issue. Why? Because like attracts like. Your power of thought, and how you react to situations directly affects what may happen to you. So how do make it work in your favour?
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