It’s the former ancient capital of Vietnam. A place where dynasties were forged and imperial palaces built on the banks of the Perfume (Song Huong) River. And it’s so much more. People come here to visit the UNESCO listed Hue Citadel but, as we discovered, there’s much more to Hue than just tombs and temples. … More Highlights of Hue
Danang is considered the greenest and cleanest city in Vietnam. It combines mountains and coast, lots of parkland, well paved streets and the traffic seems less congested and the air cleaner than in other Vietnamese cities. The Han River divides the beach from the city center, offering a natural boundary that’s bordered by bars, parks, … More Clean and Green Danang
“The traveler sees what he sees, the tourist sees what he has come to see.” — Gilbert K. Chesterto We are travelling through Vietnam the same way we travel through Australia, slowly, mindfully and with awareness and appreciation for every day. Okay, it’s not quite the same. We don’t have our own wheels and van … More Slow Travel in Hoi An
Dear Universe, Nearly three weeks ago we flew out of Australia and into another world of captivating sights, sounds, smells and colours. The reality was more intense than I anticipated. “Hello, Xin chào and Good Morning Vietnam.” Welcome to Vietnam, a colourful country with a sombre, political past, yet one that embraces its future with … More A Love Letter from Vietnam
With Australia Day being celebrated this week I thought I’d look back to some of our favourite spots around the country. In this vast, expansive land you’ll find pristine beaches and jewelled sea, breathtaking gorges and a serene, big skied outback with big hearted hospitality. Dorothea Mackellar was right, it is indeed “a land of … More Australian Favourites
“There is a period in life when we go backwards as we advance.” ~ Jean-Jacques Rousseau. Most people would argue that there’s no point in going backwards. After all, isn’t January traditionally a time when we look ahead, make resolutions or choose a word or theme that encapsulates what we want to achieve or focus … More Expansive in 2024
“Love doesn’t make the world go round. Love is what makes the ride worthwhile.” From the creativity of farmers in the fields of North Queensland to the cool and colourful Melbourne city skyline, the world keeps turning. The sun rises and sets, people seek purpose, to be happy and find their own version of peace … More End of Year Wishes – Enjoy the Ride
“Travelling – it leaves you breathless then turns you into a storyteller.” As the year draws to a close I reflect on the past twelve months: all the changes, all we’ve seen and done, the house sitting and travel and the freedom and flexibility we’ve enjoyed. It’s been a year of trust, surrender and going … More Stories and Reflections
“Must love animals” the post read. “On a 15 acre property 10 mins from Cannonvale! Looking after 1x cat, 1x pig & 9x chickens. Aircon 3 bedroom, 1x bathroom house with pool.” So days later there we are, it’s our ninth homestay, on the rural fringes of the Whitsunday Islands … with a pig waiting … More Hardly Boaring at Airlie Beach
So what’s the big deal with Magnetic Island in Queensland’s tropical north? Here’s a quick and easy guide to spending a day on one of Australia’s favourite islands. … More Magnetic Island – What’s the Attraction?
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