Close to the mainland the clear waters of this tropical island paradise will cleanse your mind and set you on the path of relaxation. Looking out over so many variations of blue water, the adjectives teal, cerulean, sapphire, azure and turquoise … [Read More...]
Why not climb a mountain?
Good Friday – a day of rest for some, but for me, it was a day to hike a mountain. I’d responded to a media call out to join the epic Moonrise on Mount Maroon on Friday, April 19. The requirements: A writer/journalist who is fit enough to … [Read More...]
The best of Brisbane’s weekend escapes
Winter in Brisbane is all about warm days filled with sunshine and blue skies. Want to know where I'd recommend you escape to if you're a local or a visitor to Brissie? Check out my story from the Upsider on four of my suggestions (And it was … [Read More...]
A London serendipity moment
“I recognise that building.” There’s been so much hoopla in the media around Julian Assange’s arrest on Thursday and his removal from his diplomatic refuge at the Ecuadorian Embassy in London. News channels have repeatedly shared the video of the … [Read More...]
The black, the white and the very colourful Chiang Rai
Thailand and temples go hand in hand but Chiang Rai’s three main temples take quirkiness to another level. Sharing a three-way border with Myanmar and Laos, the northern Thai province of Chiang Rai earned the notorious nickname - the Golden … [Read More...]
Five star luxury hotel in Dubai
Finding the luxe in Dubai Being greeted by a doorman at the Renaissance Downtown Hotel, Dubai dressed in tails and a top hat is an unexpected but stylish touch. Stepping through the revolving doors my eye is drawn to an image showcasing the city and … [Read More...]
What’s not to love in Seattle
Seattle is a city that pulses with an energetic vibe. And that’s not just because it is the headquarters for two of the largest corporations in the world: Amazon and Microsoft. Nestled in between two imposing mountain ranges - the Olympics and the … [Read More...]
A Texan town loaded with charm and a couple of characters
The North Texan town called Grapevine, located halfway between Dallas and Fort Worth, possesses a unique history, charm and character. Add in a dash of Texan southern hospitality and you have a place worthy of a stopover, whether it’s for a few hours … [Read More...]