May 22, 2013

As a twenty-something Brit, American culture played a big part in my growing up. OK, so Australian culture had a large effect on people my age, which causes a lot of young(ish) Brits’ intonation to go up at the end of a sentence – thanks for that,
Neighbours, Home and Away, and
Round the Twist….
Anyway, American television shows and music were omnipresent when I was a teen. Friends and The Simpsons were my favourite shows. British
May 21, 2013
Cancun is one of the best getaways for picturesque white sandy beaches, turquoise blue skies and warm waters. The thin snake of an island which is unique to Cancun is where many holidaymakers will find…
May 20, 2013
I’m sat on a hostel bed right now, having quickly just shoved my laptop off my legs so as not to add any more pain to my already sunburned thighs. Sunburn thanks to wearing a pair of fairly small dark red…
May 17, 2013
The best food in Charleston is the only logical thing I can think to write about this city in the south. I mean, I spent four days there and thoroughly enjoyed it. I went down to
the Battery, hung out with my
CouchSurfing…
May 15, 2013
I’ve never made any secret about enjoying a true touristy day once in a while. I did it in
Jeju Island…, and if I’m in a destination for a few days, chances are I’ll take a day out to see the things
May 13, 2013
I thought I’d mentioned this in my previous
confessions post…, but I didn’t: I can’t ride a bike. I’ve never really had a strong desire to learn, my balance is terrible, and I figure
May 10, 2013
Turkish food has popped up on the blog a couple of times before, with the likes of
baklava and
Ayvalik toast… taking centre stage among delectable bites from the country that straddles two continents.