Where I live on Australia’s east coast, Christmas falls smack bang in the middle of summer and its hot. So hot in fact Christmas Day usually involves a swim in the pool just to bring the core body temperature down. If you’re lucky enough to be in an air-conditioned home, Christmas lunch is enjoyed in a room regulated at a comfortable temperature. … [Read more...]
Seattle and its love of literature
Seattle is a city worth visiting for many reasons. Here's my article in this month's edition of Stopover, Icelandair's inflight Magazine about the lesser-known aspect of Seattle - that it's a UNESCO-designated literary city. Icelandair Stopover Destination Seattle … [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 Cascade - which help to bring the precipitation Seattle is renowned for, this city is blessed with … [Read more...]