After 2 consecutive Aussie Christmases it was high time for a proper English crimbo, so me and T packed our bags and set off on the horrendous journey back to the UK for 3 weeks. Here is me being sleep deprived and angelic (?) at Singapore airport. Don't ask me what I'm wearing, i was so … Continue reading Home for Christmas!
This weekend T whisked me up the coast to Noosa for the final installment of my birthday surprises! We woke up super early on Saturday only to be greeted with dark skies and stormy weather. Not to be deterred, we got on the road and made it through the torrential rain only to arrive to … Continue reading Noosa Weekend
Here's a run down of my top recommendations for planning your trip up (or down, as I did) the East Coast of Australia! Obviously depending on how much time you have, you can add or remove destinations. I did it in just over 5 weeks so it was a whistle-stop tour, but we packed a … Continue reading Backpacking the East Coast
This isn't specific to moving to Australia, it's just a few things I've learned through my experience. I'm a wise old owl at times. Just do it. Wise words but seriously, I think life is to be experienced, don't let yourself be talked out of doing something adventurous just because it's a change. Don't pack … Continue reading Advice When Moving Abroad
For those of you who don't know, I currently live in Australia but am from the UK. This post is the story of my visa applications for Australian residency. I found blog posts a really valuable source of information so I hope this helps! When I first moved over to Australia, I came on a … Continue reading Partner Visa (820/801) Application
Having spent last Christmas up in Brisbane, this year we headed down to Victoria to celebrate with T's family. He is from a small rural town and I love going back there as it's such a nice relaxed atmosphere. We flew down a couple of days before Christmas and just enjoyed catching up with friends … Continue reading Christmas in Victoria
A few weeks ago we flew down to Sydney for the long weekend to visit T's brother. First stop was obviously the Opera House (even though we've all been before). The weather turned it on for us, so we sat outside the Opera Bar and enjoyed some drinks and pizza in the sunshine, taking in … Continue reading Sydney Weekender
Today we woke up bright and early because Dad had an excursion planned - as Dads do. After piling our plates high at breakfast, we headed down to the beach where our transport was waiting. We all bundled into the little boat and set off across the high (very calm) seas to our island home … Continue reading A little boat and a deserted beach
As day broke on our third day on Hamilton Island, we opened the curtains, stretched out in our huge bed, and just lay for a while taking in the view. Although I was reluctant to leave our little nest, we had important things to do - eat breakfast, sun ourselves, and be pampered at the spa. … Continue reading Island Living
Having slept like babies, we woke up at the crack of dawn, eager to make the most of everything Qualia had to offer! First up was breakfast at the long pavilion. I went for my standard favourite and it did not disappoint. There was no question where I was headed next... We spent most of … Continue reading Waking up in paradise
From Britain To Brisbane 