Today’s $5 Feast – is from one of my favourite places in the world. Mexico. I always knew that I loved Mexican food, but it wasn’t until I went there that I realised that I also love the country. So this month I have been chatting with the amazing Brittany …
Australian Prawn and Mango Lettuce Cups Recipe
It is an ongoing struggle for Australian’s that where ever we go in the world we are asked to repeat the phrase “throw a shrimp on the barbie”. We don’t have a problem repeating this phrase, or any other iconic Australian ling to show off our accent that many think …
12 Cheap and Easy Things to do in Singapore
Singapore is a great place to stop over if you are doing a long haul flight to or from Australia. However, it isn’t the cheapest place in comparison to a lot of its neighbours in the region. Don’t let that deter you though, as there are some great things to …
Andrea’s Attic AirBnB Apartment, San Sebastian, Spain – Review
If you are heading to San Sebastian in Spain then I know just the place to stay! Check out Andrea’s attic AirBnB apartment on AirBnB – a place full of light and character right in next to the heart of the beautiful old town. It’s Andrea’s attention to detail with …
My Top 10 Restaurant Recommendations for Europe
Every now and then the backpacker needs/wants to splurge a little on a fabulous meal, especially in Europe (and by splurge I mean jump into the 20 Euro a meal bracket as opposed to under 10 Euros bracket – I am a backpacker after all). When I do splurge I ask …
New Orleans Cooking Class – the heart of Creole
I have always been fascinated with New Orleans, it has always seemed like a bright and vibrant place full of personality and adventure. What’s more it has an amazing food scene that I just wanted to be a part of – so naturally I signed up for a New Orleans …
The Chill Inn, Tulum, Mexico – Review
After my experiences in Playa Del Carmen with Bed Bugs I was in dire need of some comfort and safety. I just wanted a place to feel at home. The Chill Inn in Tulum hit those requirements perfectly for me. I loved this gem of a hostel. It was a …
Hostel Wonderous World, Playa Del Carmen, Mexico – Review
Hostel Wonderous World has had some really great reviews on both TripAdvisor and Hostelworld – which is why I stayed there in the first place. However, my experience at Hostel Wonderous World with bed bugs was really horrible and left me with scars on my legs and arms that still …
Put Tikal on your Central America Bucket List
Visiting the ancient Mayan city of Tikal was one of the most beautiful experiences that I had in Guatemala – and I climbed volcanoes, swam in hot springs, splashed in turquoise waterfalls and ate myself silly – yet Tikal eclipses them all which is why I recommend it. Where: Northern …
Easy Asian Style Warm Lamb Salad Recipe
Ever look at your hostel ready meal and think “gosh that looks ugly”. It’s often the case with meals we whip together in ramshackle kitchens late in the evening, no matter what you do they just look ugly. Which is why this Asian style warm lamb salad recipe is one …