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Spending money on our passions – over budget in May
My mum has this saying, which is “It’s only money.” It’s her way of telling my dad that she is going to go on a shopping spree and there isn’t anything he can do about it… I’m only half joking. More...
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Our mad adventure in Java – Hiking Ijen Volcano
It will be a cultural experience, our mate Shane said – and he was right. The public bus from Bali’s capital Denpasar to the Port of Banyuwangi had as much culture as a cheese factory and the smell to...
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Feasting at our Balinese cooking class at Le Zat Beach Restaurant in East Bali
When Dave and I lived in Mexico for three months last year, one of the last things we did there was go to a cooking class with our friend Kristin in Oaxaca City. Dave and Kristin during the cooking...
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Creating ‘masterpieces’ at our batik painting class in Ubud
Each year when I ask my parents what they’d like for their birthdays, they simply ask for a handmade card. Touching as this might be, at the age of 28 I like to think I’m a bit beyond the small gift of...
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Tasting the delights of Portuguese food
Nestled on the border of Spain and facing the North Atlantic Ocean, the southern European country of Portugal is a delightful place to explore. Just as interesting as the sights is the Portuguese food...
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Zooming around Saigon with Vietnam Vespa Adventures
“I’ve fallen off twice,” she tilted her head back and laughed, as if it was a big joke. I looked at her with wide eyes. It was a Wednesday night and we were at Chill Bar in the centre of Saigon. The...
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Street food tour with Saigon Street Eats – a tasty history lesson
Words by Dave, video by Carmen Class, may I have your attention for today’s lecture. Vietnam was ruled by the French from the year 1887 to 1954, and in that time, myriad French influences were...
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The cold comforts of Tasmania’s Wineglass Bay
Since Carmen and I started travelling full time I’ve taken to taking cold showers to give myself a healthy jolt each morning. Carmen at Wineglass Bay In the beginning it was tough – I flinched away and...
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Taking lessons at Bali’s Green School
Teacher – “Good morning class. My name is Mr Buckworth.” Class – “Good morning, Mr Buckworth.” Teacher – “Seeing as it’s such a beautiful morning I think it’s time we went on a field trip…” Class –...
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Hot work with Vietnam Vespa Adventures in Hoi An
Words by Dave, video by Carmen “The rain is coming on Thursday,” the café owner tells us. “Not long now.” Every evening in Hoi An dark clouds rumble up from the horizon and flash with electric...
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Gardens by the Bay – Singapore’s man made paradise
“It was absolutely terrifying,” he tells us, pointing to the heights soaring above us. “I thought I was going to drop off the edge.” I squint my eyes against the sun and look up, following the triple...
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Dreaming about Turkey holidays
I’m standing on a hill covered in low scrubby bushes and chipped rocks, looking out over blue misty water. An ancient fort from the crusades looms over my shoulder, watching the waves that run from...
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Tea, Kandy and temples – the best attractions of Sri Lanka
A charmingly understated country that is beautiful and varied, Sri Lanka is well worth a visit. So, if you’re considering taking a trip to South Asia, or need a quick introduction to the high points of...
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What to do in Lisbon: Should we return to Portugal?
From August to December, the end tail of 2016 is completely up in the air for us. Right now we’re working and playing in Chiang Mai, Thailand, all set to travel for a fortnight in Japan then spend...
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The story of a cooking school in Chiang Mai, Thailand
This is a story of a cooking school in Chiang Mai, called Asia Scenic. It starts in a marketplace on the outskirts of town. The market is alive and awash with bright colours. If it’s fruit and veg...
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Digital nomad life in Chiang Mai
Most of the time our digital nomad life is sorted. But we really should plan our trips our better. Our arrival in Chiang Mai, Thailand coincided with the hottest weather of the year, grey smog from...
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Perfect memories from time spent in the Tuscany region
Our recent post on our winemaker friend Remi had me reminiscing about Italy. Years ago, Dave and I went to the country with his parents and spent a blissful week travelling around the Tuscany region....
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Things to do in Ubud to have one perfect day
If your holiday to Bali is centred around Seminyak or Kuta, we strongly recommend getting out of these Aussie and backpacker hubs and making the most of our itinerary of things to do in Ubud. You’ll...
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Gili Air – Bali’s paradise island
It had been a bumpy boat ride. A group of us had travelled in a van from Ubud down to the port of Padang Bai to get the fast boat across to the Gilis. We’d decided on Gili Air out of the three Gili...
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Canadian cuisine history – What it is and where it’s made according to JustFly
As a country with relatively short origins in the grand scheme of global history, Canada doesn’t necessarily get the respect it deserves for its Canadian cuisine. People often think Canada’s key traits...
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