WWOOFing in Tasmania

Posted on September 19, 2013 by Erica

Spending a week on a dairy farm in Tasmania has been, without a doubt, the highlight of my trip so far. Meet the extraordinary people who welcomed me with open arms. Continue reading →

The Blue Mountains

Posted on September 18, 2013 by Erica

This day trip from Sydney brings scenic rolling hills, a rainforest trek, Olympic stadium, and a starlit ferry ride back to the city. Continue reading →

Krazie Koalas (And Other Kritters at the Featherdale Zoo)

Posted on September 17, 2013 by Erica

My favorite zoo in Australia! Koalas are the highlight, chomping away on eucalyptus leaves and even swinging from tree to tree. Continue reading →

Beach Walk: Bondi to Coogee

Posted on September 16, 2013 by Erica

My personal highlight of Sydney: a coastal walk from surfer’s paradise Bondi Beach to picturesque Coogee Beach. Continue reading →

iPhoneography: Theater in Sydney!

Posted on September 13, 2013 by Erica

Since I can’t exactly bring my DSLR camera into the posh theaters of Sydney, my iPhone will have to do. Check out these photos of two impressive performances I attended. Continue reading →

A Lesson in Art History: Classic & Contemporary

Posted on September 12, 2013 by Erica

Free activity alert! I spend a day visiting two of Sydney’s best museums: the Art Gallery of New South Whales and the Museum of Contemporary Art. Continue reading →

Sunset Jackpot in Sydney

Posted on September 11, 2013 by Erica

Just when I thought Sydney had played the trump card of sunsets, I find the city has one last trick up its sleeve. Continue reading →

Manly Beach & Watsons Bay

Posted on September 10, 2013 by Erica

Sydney achieves an impressive balance between bustling cosmopolitan and relaxed coastal — I’ll focus on the latter as I detail my visits to two charming bays within a short ferry ride of Sydney Harbor. Continue reading →