Not to be mistaken for the original Ballarat in Australia (which is still a thriving city and a popular tourist destination), this Ballarat was named after the Australian town by an Australian miner. Originally founded in 1897, it provided services and accommodation for miners working several mines in the nearby vicinity. Its peak population was around 500 - like other remote gold mining towns, once the gold began to play out, the population … [Read more...]
Setting your Sights on Singapore
Singapore Island is one of the most densely populated countries in the world. It is also one of the wealthiest South East Asian countries. The city is extremely clean and well manicured and is one of the cleanest large cities we have ever visited. During our recent stay it was not uncommon to find signs indicating $500 to $1000 Singapore dollars for various offenses ($330 to $660 US dollars). For instance it is against the law to jaywalk or eat … [Read more...]
Exploring the Island of Efate, Vanuatu
Circling the island of Efate by vehicle takes about 2 hours without stopping. I wanted a more in depth experience so I joined a small tour hosted by Atmosphere Tours, based in Port Vila. As we left Port Vila on the only road that circles the island (built by the Americans) our guide duly pointed out the last electrical pole some few clicks outside of the city. Beyond that, the villages do not have government provided electricity and if they have … [Read more...]
Riding Raw by Sue Hollis
High powered and very successful business woman, Sue Hollis boasts a list of achievements including running a multi-million dollar company and along the way being voted one of Australia's Top 10 Women Entrepreneurs. Finding her self soulless, feeling empty and enduring physical ailments because of her significant workload - she seeks an escape. Walking away from her old life, she plans an epic road trip on the other side of the world - in North … [Read more...]
Brady Trautman, Round the World Sailor, The Delos Project
Q. Please introduce yourself to our readers. Hi, guys, my name's Brady Trautman, I'm 33 years old, and I'm originally from Florida, USA. For the past ten years, I've been part of The Delos Project, a YouTube sailing channel which started out as a bit of fun but has grown into a way of life and sustainable business. Sailing across 75,000 miles of the world's oceans aboard our sailboat 'Delos' and visiting 45 countries, has inspired us to … [Read more...]
Tick Off These Great Victorian Locations for the Adventurous Traveller
Tourists from across Australia and all around the world visit the southern state of Victoria every year. No matter what the season, the reason Victoria attracts so many adventure seekers and visitors is that the state is varied and has so much to offer. Let’s check out some things you should tick off your “traveller’s to-do list” when in Victoria. Breathtaking Steavenson Falls Located on Falls Road in Marysville, Victoria, Steavenson Falls … [Read more...]
Things You Should Know About Implants in Thailand
An increasing number of Aussies and Kiwis travel abroad for dental work. Some procedures that cost tens of thousands of dollars Down Under are available for less in Bangkok, including dental implants. Before you start planning your trip you need to know more about undergoing the treatment in Thailand: Experienced Dentists Dental clinics in Thailand are home to experienced and highly qualified dentists, the majority of whom completed their … [Read more...]
5 Sports Events to Travel to in 2020
Sports is a vehicle for people to travel the world. All across the globe, sports fans visit foreign countries and cities to witness live sporting events. Attending sporting events in far-flung locations means experiencing new cultures, cuisines, and people. In 2020, there are a number of big sports events on the docket and millions of people will travel the globe to witness these proceedings. The top competitions of 2020 will be followed by … [Read more...]
All Aboard the Australia Bandwagon
Sitting on a 17-hour flight I felt like an ungrateful child. I had the opportunity to take an amazing trip halfway around the world. UK office blocks are full to the dropped-ceilings with dreams of Down Under. Australia had just never been on The List. My husband and I were visiting friends who had fallen in love with Sydney and emigrated. I assumed it would be very similar to the UK, and when we landed, it was. Everything is in English, … [Read more...]
Turning Left Around the World by David C Moore
Written first hand by David Moore, one half of the traveling duo David & Helene, this is an engaging tale by two travelers who decided to take a 10 month round the world trip later in life. When moving in to a new house, rather then deciding to throw themselves into the obligatory home improvement projects that invariably accompany one with moves such as this, Helene created her own project. She hung a map of the world on the wall and instructed … [Read more...]
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