The beautiful island state of Tasmania lies south of Victoria just under the tip of the Australian mainland and across the Bass Straight. Tasmania has so much to explore and do, so unless you have time to explore then to get a sampler of its beauty, produce and heritage Hobart is your destination. Hobart is … Continue reading Breathtaking Tasmania – Hobart & Surrounds
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Planes, trains and the Internet: Sydney’s doomed infrastructure network.
Sydney, it’s meant to be the hub of Australia’s economy but for a central business district (CBD) why are there so many infrastructure problems? In recent months commuters and the public in general have felt the inconvenience of what happens when transport and the Internet don’t work, as they should. To start with there’s the … Continue reading Planes, trains and the Internet: Sydney’s doomed infrastructure network.
The Travel Apps You Need To Have On Your Checklist.
Travelling? These are the apps that you need to include on your checklist before you leave.
Melina On The rooftop, Melbourne’s Greek Restaurant with a view
Melbourne's rooftop Greek restaurant that has great food and a view thats just as good.
Your not so typical Lebanese tapas
Salt Vine is Sydney's newest Lebanese Tapas bar located in Surry Hills. It's a small establishment with only a 60 pax capacity, but packs a big punch with flavour. The food is absolutely delicious with a variety to choose from- it's not your typical Lebanese cuisine.
Little Beach Boathouse – drinks and nibbles at the beach.
This is the perfect dinning excuse to getaway from the city. Gorgeous views, a great selection of bar food and an extensive drinks menu.
Self-Sabotage: What is it and how do we overcome it?
Self-Sabotage we've all done it at some stage in our lives and you could even be doing it right now. It takes over all facets of our lives but there are ways to recognise it and stop it from taking over our internal dialogue.
Waterside dinning in the heart of the city.
Cyren is located in Sydney’s Darling Harbour along the waters edge. The Restaurant has been there for many years and for good reason! The food is beautiful and their signature cocktails and mocktails are different and refreshing. The restaurant is a part of Nick’s Restaurant and Bar Group and like Nick’s restaurant the seafood is … Continue reading Waterside dinning in the heart of the city.
Italy Part 2 : Rome wasn’t built in a day.
They say "Rome wasn't built in a day" and it certainly wasn't. Rome is a great city filled with history and wonder, most of the ancient buildings are still there and can be easily explored. Their splendour and enormity is a marvel and one can only imagine what life was truly like back in the times of Julius Caesar and when gladiators fought in the arenas.
Italy Part 1: Florence & Venice – From Renaissance to Gondolas
Italy- the inventor of pizza, spaghetti, soccer and the Renaissance, is a great place to visit and if it’s your first trip there then I suggest doing it by rail. I had 10 days and visited three places first stop was Florence, then Venice and then onto Rome. This is a two part blog post featuring Rome in the following chapter.