Take a walk in Lamington National Park Want to know what it's like to walk through a rainforest reminiscent of the forests that covered the ancient supercontinent of Gondwana? A strange noise breaks the gentle silence of the rainforest. Initially, my thoughts were it sounds like the cries of a baby, but then as it repeats, my brain likens it to … [Read more...]
The magic of Binna Burra Lodge
When nature unleashes its fury It is with mixed emotions that I sit down to write up this story. On the one hand, I have been looking forward to sharing my experience on my three-day pack free walk with Life’s an Adventure in this very special part of Queensland close to where I live. Lamington National Park is only 90 minutes from my front … [Read more...]
Seattle’s Maxwell Hotel where pineapples rule
Seattle is a city visitors rarely want to leave. Located in the enchanting Pacific Northwest, as the State’s largest city, Seattle has drawn from a region packed with nature and cultural diversity. Tucked in the pocket of the Puget Sound, Seattle pulses with an energetic vibe. There's too much going on - like exploring outdoors, nature, live … [Read more...]
Five things to do in and near Darwin
When is the best time of the year to visit the Northern Territory? Before it gets too hot Darwin is the gateway to some of Australia's most memorable wilderness and adventure experiences - waterfalls, ancient rock art, wildlife (not just crocs,) culture, and there are plenty of unique places to eat out. Just make sure you leave time to explore the … [Read more...]
The best things to do in Bangkok when you’re on a budget
In a city of almost ten million where the streets hum with a constant flow of people moving to and from their destination, imagine finding a little slice of serenity. Would you think it possible? I flew to Bangkok with a group of writers and bloggers from Brisbane. We flew with Air Asia - the low-cost airline that recently added direct flights … [Read more...]
A history tour of Darwin
A tour to learn about the history of Darwin From my high school studies of Australian history, I knew a little about the bombing of Darwin in 1942. And my recent visit to the Tiwi Islands, 80 kilometres north of Darwin educated me further. It was on the smaller of the Tiwi Islands - Bathurst - that Father John McGrath on that fateful day of … [Read more...]
Never smile at a crocodile
Where to have safe close encounters with an Australian crocodile With over 100,000 salt-water crocodiles inhabiting Northern Territory’s waterways, there are plenty of places to see these Jurassic-like creatures. But there’s one place in Darwin where you can ‘dive’ with a crocodile. SAFELY! Crocosaurus Cove on Mitchell Street in Darwin’s CBD is … [Read more...]
Sweet discovery in the Northern Territory
(Was the best tour out of Darwin) Update March 2022 - Unfortunately Outback Floatplane Tours was a victim of the lack of tourism during COVID and they are no longer in operation. SO, this now becomes a special travel memory. ) The dull whirr of the floatplane’s engine makes conversation impossible inside the cabin, but the captivating view over … [Read more...]
Cruising Nitmiluk Gorge
A memorable Northern Territory experience There are numerous ways to get up close and personal with the impressive scenery and wildlife in Nitmiluk National Park. Traditional Owners, the Jawoyn and Dagomen people allow visitors access to the park and one morning in the middle of May, I'm taking a boat cruise on the first two of the thirteen gorges … [Read more...]
Scenery scotch and a song three reasons to visit the Isle of Skye
As the second largest island in Scotland, the Isle of Skye is renowned for stunning scenery, good scotch whisky and a traditional Scottish folk song about Bonnie Prince Charlie. These may not be everyone's reasons for visiting, but they were mine. If you've been to Skye, (as the locals refer to it) it’s not hard to see why it ranks highly - the … [Read more...]
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