Here’s my budget-friendly weekend guide to Washington DC, including the top things to do and where to stay on a budget. I went into my visit to Washington DC without too many expectations. I mean, except seeing the White House,…
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Why I Am Moving to Melbourne
Here’s why I’m moving to Melbourne. When I was living the ex-pat life in Vancouver, I was constantly asked Why? Why Vancouver, why Canada? Although I probably should have crafted a better answer than why not? This was my usual…
24 Sweet Hours in Charleston
Here’s my 24-hour travel guide to charming Charleston. As I sat sipping my first Southern sweet tea at lunch in Charleston with my Couchsurfing host – after we had been given a free frozen custard sample – I thought I…
Two Days in Banff… Surrounded By Aussies
Here’s my guide for how to spend two days in Banff, including the best things to do and where to stay on a budget. Australians in Banff – they’re everywhere! It was like British Columbia’s ski town of Whistler, which…
The 10 Best Vancouver Day Trips
Searching for some fantastic Vancouver day trips, which are accessible via car or public transport? Check out my adventurous guide to the best day trips from Vancouver. Vancouver is the square root of negative one. Technically it shouldn’t exist, but…
Hayley Lately // February 2015
Hello again! Life lately I am typing this wrap-up from my brand new computer at my parent’s home on Magnetic Island. I spent the 18 months I was away using my tiny HP netbook. So to now have a new…





