Headed down South, just over one hours drive of Sydney you can find yourself at Berkley where you can’t miss the Nan Tien Buddhist Temple. It was here I found an inner peace that one can only gain from a moment of solitude and reflection whilst within the...
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The Coopers Beer Pie Challenge… Yes Pies… I love my Pies and if you know me you will agree I can use some of those calories that go along with them! Coopers beer in conjunction with the Sydney Crave Festival have 30 Gastro Pubs vieing to win the ‘Coopers...
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Heels – Check New dress – Check Red Lipstick – Check Who is driving – ??? Grabbing my Girlfriends for a night out in Sydney all seemed near impossible as far as logistics and girls can go interms of where to met and who is the designated driver…and with no...
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Clipping the wings on a ‘Free Spirit’ is like asking them not to breath… Traveling Alone…we all do it and many return home a different person. Fortunately for me, I am one of them and I have gained a greater understanding about not only the culture surrounding me but a...
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Captured by amazing photographer Luke Alcorn, these leaning Trees in the coastal region of ‘Greenoughs’ in Western Australia. The trunks lay horizontal to the surface as a result of the immense winds from the Indian Ocean. I wonder if I can use that as an excuse for being...
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Not a bad little find in Seminyak at $50 per night and only a two minute walk to the beach. PERFECTO! If security is an issue then maybe this isn’t the place for you!!! Padlocks for the outside and a tiny little wooden bar for inside, however after I...
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Years ago on my last trip to Bali one thing that I never forgot was the ridiculous amount of mangy, starving dogs and cats roaming aimlessly around the streets of Bali. It was actually quite distressing to see. It is not that the Balinese didn’t acknowledge the issue as they would love...
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Probably the least excited staff of any resort to greet me since my stay in Bali but considering the price of approx. $60 per night and the location on the beach in Legian I won’t take it too personally. I may not have found any luxury here but I...
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Villa Sungai…Here I come… Picked up by Marvellous Made we make our way to the little village of Cepaka, approximately a forty minute drive from Seminyak yet time flew by as we were entertained by many of Mades interesting stories of the area and Bali itself. You...
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A short scooter ride through the back streets of Seminyak I made a visit to the YKPA Orphanage. Decrepit and run down, I couldn’t begin to imagine what life would be like for the 24 children who through no choice of there own now call this place...
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How many times do we pass a Rice Paddy without sparing a thought to the farmers? Well not anymore…Not since I decided to get out there amongst a paddy to feel what it is like. Off stable ground I step foot on to the field, yet my feet keep...
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Tanah Lot Puri – Puri meaning Temple in Balinese is one of Balis most sacred Sea Temples dedicated to the Hindu guardian spirits of the sea. It is said to be protected from evil spirits by the sea snakes that ‘apparently’ inhabit the caves surrounding. With a small donation you will...
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A must on your Bali – To – Do List. Between Denpasar and Ubud you will find this market open daily but not until the sun goes down as this is Gianyars famous Night Market. With the site and aromas of curries and freshly cooked pork and duck your senses will...
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On my recent stay at Karma Kandara I caught up with Australias own DJ Ruby Rose. Playing her funky tunes as the sun is setting on Nammos Beach Club made for an awesome afternoon for all the guests. And YES she is just as beautiful in real life…incase you were wondering....
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Karma or what? Now in Jimbaran Bay staying at the gorgeous Karma Resort and have been unable to truly enjoy any meal for the past week thanks to our beloved Bali Belly and from running around Bali like a crazy woman, all in the name of Mel Travelled. I am...
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The Famous Rice Terraces With breathtaking views of its pituresque rice terraces to its luxury resorts, Ubud is full of diversity and culture. Known as the Arts Hub of Bali it not only attracts the budget conscious backpacker looking to loose and then find themselves again after weeks of Yoga and micro...
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Through the hectic traffic of Denpasar, past Jimbaran, past the Nusa Dua and Uluwatu turn off and along a precariously remote road in the Ungasan area, I finally arrive at Karma Kandara. With the glimpse of the ocean in my sites I happily forgoe the welcome drink and head...
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“You Play, You Pay” Says our Shannon from Australia’s Biggest Loser series. Shannon is in Bali having a few well deserved weeks off inbetween filming seasons but that doesn’t mean he can afford to let himself go either. He must return to Australia for media commitments so he needs to remain...
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The Bat Cave A one hour drive between Manggis in East Bali and Ubud has been a perfect route to see two temples that I have wanted to visit on my travels to Bali. Gua Lawah or as we call it, The Bat Cave is small...
readmore IndonesiaHeaded down South, just over one hours drive of Sydney you can find yourself at Berkley where you can’t miss the Nan Tien Buddhist Temple. It was here I found an inner peace that one can only gain from a moment of solitude and reflection whilst within the grounds of the temple. Being ...
readmore Homeland AustraliaThe Coopers Beer Pie Challenge… Yes Pies… I love my Pies and if you know me you will agree I can use some of those calories that go along with them! Coopers beer in conjunction with the Sydney Crave Festival have 30 Gastro Pubs vieing to win the ‘Coopers Pie ‘n’ Ale’ competition and I, ...
readmore Homeland AustraliaHeels – Check New dress – Check Red Lipstick – Check Who is driving – ??? Grabbing my Girlfriends for a night out in Sydney all seemed near impossible as far as logistics and girls can go interms of where to met and who is the designated driver…and with no volunteers a little blonde birdy came up ...
readmore Accomodation, Homeland AustraliaClipping the wings on a ‘Free Spirit’ is like asking them not to breath… Traveling Alone…we all do it and many return home a different person. Fortunately for me, I am one of them and I have gained a greater understanding about not only the culture surrounding me but a true awarness of self. Travelling on ...
readmore Indonesia, ThailandCaptured by amazing photographer Luke Alcorn, these leaning Trees in the coastal region of ‘Greenoughs’ in Western Australia. The trunks lay horizontal to the surface as a result of the immense winds from the Indian Ocean. I wonder if I can use that as an excuse for being so lazy?
readmore Photo FridayNot a bad little find in Seminyak at $50 per night and only a two minute walk to the beach. PERFECTO! If security is an issue then maybe this isn’t the place for you!!! Padlocks for the outside and a tiny little wooden bar for inside, however after I had travelled through a great part ...
readmore Accomodation, IndonesiaYears ago on my last trip to Bali one thing that I never forgot was the ridiculous amount of mangy, starving dogs and cats roaming aimlessly around the streets of Bali. It was actually quite distressing to see. It is not that the Balinese didn’t acknowledge the issue as they would love to help but it was then, ...
readmore IndonesiaProbably the least excited staff of any resort to greet me since my stay in Bali but considering the price of approx. $60 per night and the location on the beach in Legian I won’t take it too personally. I may not have found any luxury here but I did find it quite peaceful, relaxing ...
readmore Accomodation, IndonesiaVilla Sungai…Here I come… Picked up by Marvellous Made we make our way to the little village of Cepaka, approximately a forty minute drive from Seminyak yet time flew by as we were entertained by many of Mades interesting stories of the area and Bali itself. You could say I learnt more of ...
readmore Accomodation, IndonesiaA short scooter ride through the back streets of Seminyak I made a visit to the YKPA Orphanage. Decrepit and run down, I couldn’t begin to imagine what life would be like for the 24 children who through no choice of there own now call this place home. As I walked through ...
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Clipping the wings on a ‘Free Spirit’ is like asking them not to breath… Traveling Alone…we all do it...
Check out my new Competition Page for Travel Competitions YOU can Win!
This is one of my favourites as I think I have a fascination for Bells! It is taken on...
Flight Centre Australia have published my article about my Thai Cooking experience in Rawai, Phuket. Great news for all...
Thai Songkran Festival New Years Celebration Now this looks like the most fun you could have during New Year Festivities...
The Grand Palace, Bangkok, Thailand Finally after stalking these Monks within The Grand Palace for an hour I managed...
My Thai Kitchen Rules! ‘Cashew Nut Restaurant ‘ is located in Rawai, Phuket and is where you will...
Frienship Beach, Phuket, Thailand Friendship Beach Resort I took this photo while I was staying nearby in Rawai. You...
Not the flashiest of rooms you might say! Actually you will DEFINITELY say! It did however do the trick....
5AM and I am picked up by my personal driver from my Hotel in Bangkok to embark on a much...
The end of last week had me struggling with myself emotionally and physically. I was sore and missing home...
With a slow start to the morning after drinking one to many Changs the girls and this ‘Lil Piggy’...
Momentum has finally found its way to me in the last day or two days here as my fitness...
What an eye opener! As you may guess from the previous day I took the day off training to...
6am run and I am lost in a back street and my supposed shortcut decided to be well ….NOT....
What was I thinking! This was the question I asked myself numerous times today. Seriously! Yes, being my spontaneous self I...
Clipping the wings on a ‘Free Spirit’ is like asking them not to breath… Traveling Alone…we all do it...
Check out my new Competition Page for Travel Competitions YOU can Win!
This is one of my favourites as I think I have a fascination for Bells! It is taken on...
