Thinking about heading Down Under? I don’t blame you. I’m writing this from Brisbane, where I’m currently soaking up city life (and a bit too much sun). As a Brit who married an Aussie, I’ve had the chance to explore this epic country a few times now—living up in tropical Cairns, hanging out on the … Read more
The whole point of us coming to live in Brisbane for 9 months was so that my 18-year-old daughter could get a better idea of ‘real life’ before heading off to college in London. After 10+ years in Phuket, Thailand, she’d been raised in a pretty safe little bubble, and we wanted a stepping stone … Read more
I love a good road trip. There’s something about having no set schedule, just the open road ahead and the freedom to pull over whenever something catches your eye. It’s my favourite way to travel – slow, flexible, and full of surprises. Since I’m in Australia, I’ve been thinking about one of its most famous … Read more
Australia has some of the best beaches in the world. Think white, powdery sand and coastlines that stretch as far as the eye can see. It’s no wonder so many people dream of visiting! For me, Australia’s beaches hold an extra special place in my heart. I had my secret wedding at a stunning little … Read more
My first ever dive was a discovery dive on the Great Barrier Reef, celebrating my 40th birthday 12 years ago. I was equal parts nervous and excited, but the moment I dipped beneath the surface, I was hooked. Fast forward to today, and I’m now a fully qualified diver with over 100 dives under my … Read more
Right now, I’m soaking up life in Brisbane, Queensland’s vibrant capital, which is a fantastic mix of city buzz with easy access to incredible natural beauty. One of the best perks of living here is that you’re in a vibrant city just a stones throw from some fabulous beaches! (Although stones throw in Australia can … Read more
Right now, I’m calling Brisbane home, but as a Brit married to an Aussie, I’ve had the joy of exploring so much of this incredible country. I’ve lived in Melbourne, Cairns, and Burleigh Heads on the gorgeous Gold Coast. I saw in the New Year in Sydney, swam with Dolphins in Perth, and road-tripped down … Read more
When I first visited Australia back in 2000, I was convinced I’d be eaten alive by its wildlife. Every night, I remade my bed to check for spiders, spent one camping trip drinking myself into a stupor just to get to sleep, and fell hook, line, and sinker for the classic Aussie “drop bear” prank. … Read more
At the time of writing, I’m in Brisbane, soaking up the sunshine and loving everything Queensland has to offer. I’ve always been a fan of this part of Australia – the warm temperatures, the laid-back vibe, and the friendly people make it easy to see why it’s such a popular destination. Queensland is the Australia … Read more
I love the Sunshine Coast. In fact my husband and I had a secret wedding ceremony in 2018 on a beautiful beach called First Bay, not too far from the beautiful Noosa Heads. (Shh, even some family members still don’t know!) I also remember a beautiful dusky evening, sitting eating fish & chips on the … Read more