shopping in Bali

How to Haggle Like a Pro when Shopping in Bali

Does haggling come naturally to you? Haggling can be fun, but in Bali it is a way of life.  Most shops and stalls expect customers...
Cocktails you must try in New Orleans

Cocktails you MUST try in New Orleans

New Orleans is one of the world's most fascinating cities – home to a unique melting pot of culture, food and music and amazing...
Ruakuri Cave

Discover Ruakuri Cave at Waitomo

Deep down into Ruakuri Cave at Waitomo Journey deep down the spectacular spiral entrance of Ruakuri Cave to see glowworms and extraordinary limestone galleries which...
Padang Padang Beach in Bali

Padang Padang Beach – one of Bali’s best secrets

Padang Padang beach is one of Bali's best secrets! Padang Padang Beach is one of Bali's best kept secrets.  Seemingly guarded by the cheeky monkeys in...
Goa Gajah - the Elephant Cave

Goa Gajah – the Sacred Elephant Temple in Ubud

Ubud's Sacred Elephant Temple - Goa Gajah Known as the Sacred Elephant Temple, Goa Gajah is one of the most significant archaeological sites in Bali. ...

New Orleans – Nawlins – it’s all in the name

We were excited to arrive in New Orleans, Louisiana's most talked about city! Our first lesson was about the pronunciation.  Saying New Orleans 'took some...
4 Fun Days in San Francisco

4 Fun Days in San Francisco

Cool things to do in 4 fun days in San Francisco San Francisco has a little 'funk' about it.  With so much to see and...
Relax and enjoy Cape Reinga

Explore the Bay of Islands in New Zealand

Visit the Bay of Islands in New Zealand Taking a roadtrip is always fun but, spending 5 fabulous days to explore the Bay of Islands...
5 days in Penang

What to do in Penang – the ultimate 5 day itinerary

The ultimate itinerary for 5 days in Penang What to do in Penang for 5 days?  Penang is a charming Malaysian city full of history,...
Ubud Sacred Monkey Forest

Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary in Ubud Bali

An important spiritual and conservation centre The Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary in Ubud is not just a tourist attraction!   The villagers regard the Monkey Forest as...
Uluwatu Temple sunset

Uluwatu – Surf, Scenic Temples and Stunning Views

Uluwatu is one of my favourite places to visit in Bali Uluwatu is set high on the cliffs overlooking crystal clear surf beaches, stunning views...
Hobbiton Movie Set

Have you visited the Hobbiton Movie Set yet?

The Hobbiton Movie Set was the perfect setting for Tolkien's classic works. Having not read the Lord of the Rings or the Hobbit Trilogies I...