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Six months ago, I finally acknowledged a deep, scary, enormous dream that had been in taking up real estate at the back of my mind for seven years. I really…

When my partner and I split up a year and a half ago, I left Lyttelton and fled straight back into Wānaka’s familiar arms. My home for years and years,…

Fifteen years ago, when I was studying abroad in Spain, I took my first solo trip away for a weekend. On my own, simply because I couldn’t find a travel…

I think it’s safe to say when most people think about New Zealand, they think big mountains, epic views, and hobbits. And I’ll be the first to say they’re not…

Hands up if you identify as an anxious person! Phew, not just me? Yay! And travel anxiety? Hello! Over the past few years, I’ve been slowly coming to terms with…

The historic charm of Aldourie Lodge appeals to everyone who passes through this corner of New Zealand.  Nestled on the shores of Lake Tekapo, you’ll find a very cute and…

Esperance, a little town on the bottom left corner of Australia, is becoming well-known for several reasons. It’s home to some of the whitest sand beaches in the world, with…

Growing up in Virginia meant I had been in my fair share of A-frame homes and cute log cabins in the woods. Though I probably didn’t realize how great they…

In another life, I would have pursued a career in art. Perhaps one day, I might still. Growing up, I always felt absolutely overwhelmed with creativity. I read books and…

One of my favorite things about my trip to Esperance was the jarring color palette. Here, on the bottom left corner of Australia, deep red rocks the color of clay…