Last updated Nov 29, 2022
People move to Australia for many reasons, but architecture is not generally one of them! However, the vast array of Australian house styles, ranging from beautiful 19th Century Victorian mansions to modern Hampton style homes is something that really surprised me as...
Last updated Oct 19, 2023
If you’re looking for a beautiful walk in Sydney’s Northern Beaches, the short but uphill Bangalley Head walk in Avalon Beach is one of my absolute favourites. As well as birdlife and bushland, you’ll get to enjoy glimpses of Pittwater and a gorgeous...
Last updated Nov 29, 2022
In a previous post, I described how luck, fate and a lot of hard work landed me a place on a 12-month foreign exchange program to the University of Queensland. In this blog post I’ll run through the main differences between university in Australia vs UK. This is based...
Last updated Oct 18, 2023
With a mountainous backdrop sloping down towards the meandering banks of the River Derwent, Hobart is certainly one of the more scenic cities in Australia. I was impressed as soon as I arrived. If you’re heading to Tasmania or looking for a weekend getaway,...
Last updated Dec 14, 2023
Are you wondering how to find the best hostels in Australia? Or maybe you want to find cheap travel accommodation but aren’t sure what Australian hostels are like, or if they’re really the right choice for you. I’ve travelled almost the whole...
Last updated Dec 19, 2023
If you’ve decided to get yourself a Working Holiday visa in Australia, you’re probably full of excitement about exploring such a beautiful country! However, the amount of things you need to organise can be overwhelming. I’ve lived in Australia as a...
Last updated Oct 19, 2023
One of the biggest perks of Sydney life is being able to enjoy the long, meandering expanse of coastline. While Bondi Beach has worldwide fame and a bustling atmosphere, there’s actually over 23 Eastern Suburbs beaches in Sydney and more than 100 beaches in...
Last updated Dec 14, 2023
If you’re looking to retreat back to nature, this 21-day Tasmania itinerary includes lush rainforest walks, mirror-like lakes, rushing waterfalls, pristine white beaches and an abundance of fresh air. You can also learn about Tasmania’s convict past at...
