Travel Bug Within

A travel blog inspiring mid-life adventurers to chase their wanderlust and explore further

Darwin – you don’t have to be dying to get there

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 Darwin has its own charm and character This is based not only on its geographical location but also on history and a couple of significant natural events. On the 19th February 1942, during World War II, the city was bombed by the same Japanese force which struck Pearl Harbour. Darwin suffered a great deal of destruction from the bombings, which … [Read more...]

Straddie – Gotta Love it

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Hard to believe I’ve lived in Brisbane most of my life yet never ventured over to North Stradbroke Island. It takes about the same time to get to the Island as it would to drive to the Tweed Heads / New South Wales Border.  A trip I've done many times. The truth is, living in Brisbane we’re spoilt with so many choices of incredible places to … [Read more...]

Melbourne in 30 hours with three kids & one ex-husband

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What we did in Melbourne in less than 30 hours This was my three lad’s first trip to Melbourne - a quick fly-in, stay overnight week-end. The challenge was what we could see and do in a short time to give the boys:- a quick "taste" of Melbourne in their “scope” of interest and be of interest to Mum and Dad who have already been to … [Read more...]

Melbourne is the Bombe

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Melbourne for fun and fine dining We create frenetic lifestyles. Working; running after families; playing with social media; time on the internet (maybe too much time); the never-ending household chores; exercising - all contribute to the sense of constant busy-ness. Like running on a continually moving treadmill without a stop button! I'm … [Read more...]

Byron Bay attractions and actvities

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What is there to do in Byron Bay? Chris Hemsworth, Pete Murray and a few other celebrities have placed Australia's Byron Bay in the spotlight as a spectacular location to live and raise a family. But if you're visiting Byron Bay, what are some of the more interesting attractions and activities on offer? Here are five things I discovered in Byron … [Read more...]

Chasing Dreams – agtm article

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Read about my chat with Christophe Manchon - amateur triathlete - chasing his dreams. agtm article Dec 2014 pdf To download the December edition of agtm mag, please  follow this link to itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/app/age-group-triathlete-magazine/id827252900?mt=8 Note: Christophe's email address is: c_manchon82@hotmail.com … [Read more...]

Sydney, nights are warm

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"Sydney - nights are warm, day time telly, blue rinse dawn  I see buildings, clothing the sky, in paradise" From the Power and the Passion - by Midnight Oil Sydney turned on the balmy, warm evenings when I recently returned for a short a week-end visit. There for no other reason than to catch up with an old friend, Sydney is one of my favourite … [Read more...]