Paradise in Paros – A Photo Essay
by Paros may not be as famous as its Greek Island counterparts such as Mykonos or Santorini, but it is by no means less beautiful. We spent a glorious few days soaking up the gorgeous vibes of the...
View ArticleTo Pueblo or Not to Pueblo: Small Town vs Big City
by When we found out last year that we were moving to Spain in the Auxiliares program, we jumped in the air, Anchorman style, with elation. How exciting to move to the land of flamenco, churros and,...
View ArticleThe Costs of Living in Spain
by Coming from Australia, living in Spain was so cheap! Whilst we had saved a lot to make the most of our year in Spain, we were able to enjoy our life there due to the fact that living expenses were...
View ArticleTop 6 Things to do in Mykonos
by Mykonos is one of the most famous islands in the Cyclades, and rightfully so. Cosmopolitan and naturally beautiful, Mykonos is on every traveller’s radar. With idyllic beaches and those famous...
View ArticleThe 10 Best Festivals of Spain
by If living in Spain has taught me one thing, it’s that the people here know how to party. Every month there seems to be a festival or celebration for something. In fact, there are so many unique and...
View ArticleTeaching English Overseas
by Most people dream of packing up their lives and moving to an exotic place to live overseas and begin a journey of change, excitement and fulfilment. I mean, if this wasn’t the case, novels and...
View ArticleHow to explore Nice and the French Riviera
by To have a truly spectacular visit to the French Riviera, you need three things: a base to travel from, the favour of the weather gods and the joie de vivre (joy of life!). In mid-June, the forces of...
View ArticleThree beaches you will love on the French Riviera
by In this instalment of our French Riviera journey, we give you the low down on three French Riviera beaches within and surrounding Nice which are fantastic but easily accessible by train. Nice...
View Article17 Things You Need To Know About the Auxiliares Program
by It’s that time of year again, Auxiliares Program Applications! Ever dream about fields of oranges, olives and almonds? Find yourself daydreaming about flamenco dancers and bullfighters? Do you...
View ArticleCreate Your Own Perfume in France
by I don’t know if I’d truly classify myself as a “girly girl”, but when it comes to things like shoes, jewellery and perfume, well there is no such thing as too many! So when we were in Nice, being so...
View ArticleWanderlust Fatigue: Is There Such A Thing as Too Much Travel?
by Have you ever travelled to city after beautiful city and not been able to truly appreciate it? Or been so tired of travelling that you would rather check Facebook than soak up the atmosphere of an...
View ArticleFive Activities for Adventure and Beauty on the Gold Coast
by People may not think of adventure and natural beauty when they think of the Gold Coast. Even I never associated adventure to the place famous for surfing, scantily clad Meter Maids and packed...
View ArticleThe Moment I Was Pushed Out of My Comfort Zone: Skydiving
by About a month ago (yes, I’ve been terribly slack posting lately due to starting a new job and a trip to Malaysia!), I was literally pushed out of my comfort zone. That’s right, I was pushed out of a...
View ArticleEating Our Way Around Penang
by Penang is known as the food capital of Malaysia, and it’s no wonder why. Every street in Georgetown, the most popular area of the island, is lined with restaurants, cafes and hawkers selling the...
View ArticleLas Fallas: Valencia’s Fiery Festival
by It’s the time of year when all pyro’s can rejoice – Las Fallas! What is Las Fallas? It’s a crazy celebration in Valencia, in which they build tall wooden figurines (called fallas) and then burn...
View ArticleSemana Santa: Spain’s Holiest of Weeks
Experiencing Semana Santa in Spain is something that we’ll never forget. There was so much passion, emotion and a sense of something greater and bigger than all of us, bringing strangers together to...
View ArticleFeria de Abril – Sevilla’s Biggest Party
April and May are typically the time of year where every Spanish woman regrets having that extra piece of torrija (a delicious sweet fried bread consumed during Easter) and tries to squeeze herself...
View ArticleHow to Book a Cruise Holiday on a Budget
Many years ago now, we dusted off the old sea legs and set sail upon the open seas. That’s right, we spent almost a week cruising around the South Pacific aboard a luxury liner. Cruises are a fantastic...
View ArticleMontpellier: Could this French town rival Paris?
When planning a trip to the south of France, you should definitely consider Montpellier. The city used to rival Paris as France’s pre-eminent city back in the day, but how does it compare today?...
View ArticleCheap Hacks for Your Next London Trip
London is a desirable destination for many. However, as desirable as the Big Smoke may be, it is no secret that it is an expensive destination. But it doesn’t have to be. With the right knowledge and...
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