Author: Jamie McNeely
We chat to W Bali employee Aurel for her hot tips on where to go and what to do on a Bali getaway. Aurel, tell us a little bit about your role at this cool Bali hotel? I’ve worked at the W Bali for two and a half years. I’m the W Bali Insider that… Continue reading Expedia Expert: W Bali’s insider tips on how to have fun in Bali
Springtime in Sydney is something pretty special – it’s a fantastic time of year to enjoy some of iconic Sydney locations on the weekends, without the summer crowds or the winter rain. We’ve been revisiting some of our favourite spots around the city to bring you a list of the best places to visit this Spring… Continue reading The best things for a family to do in Sydney this Spring
Zoe Foster Blake has just half a day to take on the shops in Florence! From vintage finds to mega brands, click on the gallery above or check out the list below for her Florence hit list: High end heaven: Luisa Via Roma, Via Roma, 19/21r 50123 Boutique beauty: Boutique Nadine, Lungarno degli Acciaiuoli, 22/red,… Continue reading Zoe Foster Blake power shops Florence!
Join up with a pub tour and start exploring the top bars in Sydney, one pint at a time. (Psst! Wine and fizzy drinks are available, too.)
Like being nice to your flight attendant and saying thank you to the bus driver, staying in the good books of the hotel staff when you travel can make life a lot easier for everyone – whether it’s a late check-out or an extra chocolate at turn down! If you’ve ever wondered what hotel staff or… Continue reading Listopedia: hotel etiquette
The worldly wisdom of Hamish Blake teaches us that when it comes to following your roots, all the technology in the world is no match for erm, instinct?
1. There are at least two other people in a room with the same name as you My grandmother died when mum was 17, so all of the kids, once they had a daughter are named after her. It’s really hard but also funny for my son Johnas, because I’d go to him here’s Aunty… Continue reading You know you’re a Cypriot Greek when…
I was born in Malaysia in the 70s but my grandparents were actually originally from mainland China, migrating to Malaya during the gold rush era in the mid-19th century. Being the second generation to live outside of China, my knowledge about my own heritage was utterly limited. I envied my parents who used to go… Continue reading Follow Your Roots: My China
Many people are extremely surprised when I tell them that I’m half Sri Lankan. My mother was born there and immigrated to Australia when she was just six years old. Being fair skinned and blue eyed, she’s not what you expect for a Sri Lankan. That’s because she’s Sri Lankan Burgher, a group that date… Continue reading Follow Your Roots: dreaming of Sri Lanka