Most of us like the idea of travel, exploring exotic locations, recovering from your nine to five. But when it comes time to plan your next holiday you sit staring blankly at the computer screen for twenty min before deciding it’s all too hard and book the first package you come across. Well here are questions to ask yourself before you start planning. Whether you are after a complete package or something more personal understand exactly what you want out of your travel and g

Being a musical type I try to pick up some local music everywhere I go, it acts as a kind of sound track for my trip and will bring me instantly back to a certain time and place in years to come. It even teaches me a little about the people and culture I am exploring. When you’re far away from home, music can be more than a window into a different culture. Music can brighten your mood on those long hot bus rides, it can act as a balm for your homesickness, it can remind you w

To see the many varied wonders New Zealand has to offer there really isn’t a better option than the good old fashioned “road trip”. New Zealand has so many sites packed into two small islands, with sandy pristine beaches in the north, the thermal explorer highway in the central North Island and stunning mountains and untouched wilderness in the South Island. There is no shortage of stunning scenery. Grab a friend, a map and some tunes and you’re just about set to see the coun

Do you know an artist, performer or creative type? Want to show them some support but not sure where to start without spending dollars you don’t have? Us artists are a little different, we run on inspiration. We often choose to sacrifice money, promotions and family for our art, so showing a little extra appreciation and support is greatly appreciated. Your actions support not just your personal friend but the whole artistic community. Here are eight easy things you can do to

I got so excited about the food in Melbourne that I couldn’t fit it all in one blog post. So here it is - the second half of my by travelers for travelers food recommendations. You can find the first past here. Best Pub Tucker: Tooborac Hotel and Brewery The Tooborac wins awards for its pies and beer and it’s easy to see why with its authentic country atmosphere. To be fair this historical pub is an hour out from down town Melbourne, located a scenic drive northeast towards H