35+ Things To Do On Magnetic Island
September 18, 2023 in Australia, Magnetic Island, QueenslandHere we go – ALL the best things to do on Magnetic Island from a local’s perspective. We’ve got my favourite Magnetic Island activities, free things to do and my recommendations for food and drink. Ah, Magnetic Island. The place I call home when...
Magnetic Island Travel Guide
September 6, 2023 in Australia, Magnetic Island, QueenslandHere it is – the ultimate Magnetic Island travel guide, including the top things to do on Magnetic Island and how to get around. It’s about time I put together this Magnetic Island travel guide, am I right? Now, as a Queensland resident and...
How to Have a Great Day Trip to Fitzroy Island from Cairns
July 29, 2021 in Australia, Cairns, QueenslandHere’s my guide on how to plan the best Fitzroy Island day trip. Believe me, it’s one of the best things to do while you’re in Cairns. So, I grew up in Townsville, which is about a 5-hour drive south of Cairns. We went...
Where to Take The Most Beautiful Photos on Magnetic Island
May 24, 2020 in Australia, Magnetic Island, Photography, QueenslandMy latest post is all about where to take the best photos on Magnetic Island. Your Instagram feed will never be the same again! This blog post idea came to me as I ventured around Magnetic Island with my friend at the beginning of...
8 Beautiful Places to Visit Along the Sunshine Coast
September 24, 2019 in Queensland, SponsoredHere are my favourite places to visit along the Sunshine Coast – an area I’ve been visiting for over 20 years! If you follow me on Instagram (which you totally should be), you may have seen I visited the Sunshine Coast back in June....
22 Top Things To Do in Cairns
July 15, 2019 in Australia, Cairns, Queensland, SponsoredHere’s my ultimate guide, featuring the top things to do in Cairns, plus the best day trips and where to stay. My hometown of Townsville has always had a competitive rivalry with Cairns. Located five hours drive apart (practically neighbours in Queensland terms), I’ve...
Where To Visit in Queensland To See The Great Barrier Reef
June 29, 2018 in Australia, Queensland, SponsoredHere’s my local guide to the best places to visit in Queensland to see the glorious Great Barrier Reef. Let’s begin with a little back story. From the age of 11 I lived in a place called Townsville, which is located along the Great...
A Local’s Guide To Brisbane, Featuring 30+ Fun Things To Do
June 15, 2017 in Australia, Brisbane, QueenslandKeep reading for a (former) local’s guide to the most fun things to do in Brisbane. Restaurant, day trip and accommodation recommendations included! I have to thank my friend for inspiring this post on the most fun things to do in Brisbane. I hit...
A Glimpse At My Great Weekend in Brisbane
July 11, 2016 in Australia, Brisbane, QueenslandThis guide is all about my recent Brisbane weekend escape. Keep reading to discover some of my favourite things to do with only two days in Brisbane. My weekend in Brisbane this May was a little spontaneous for me (I bought my flights on...
In Photos: Going Home To Magnetic Island
July 4, 2016 in Australia, Magnetic Island, Photography, QueenslandI actually started editing these photos and then discovered that this month’s travel linkup was home. Very apt timing, I must say! In Hawaii, the saying goes that locals run on island time. Well, I think the sentiment can translate to most islands, including Magnetic Island....
Outgrowing a City
May 31, 2014 in Australia, Lifestyle, QueenslandDuring an evening stroll the other day with my friend along West Vancouver’s Seawalk, the inevitable question came up: what next? I have the rough plans drawn up in my head: work for the summer on the food truck, travel in the fall around...
A Day Trip To Moreton Island
January 13, 2013 in Australia, Brisbane, QueenslandNow, I know most people spend their Christmas parties with an alcoholic beverage in hand at a hopefully-swanky restaurant or bar. But this year, my work decided to borrow the boss’ credit card and splurge on a day cruise to Moreton Island, off the Brisbane coast....