September 11, 2011. It was the ten year anniversary of the attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon. I went to work at my bartending gig in Sydney like I would on any other day of my year-long working holiday. It felt surreal to be experiencing such a somber anniversary for my country on the … [Read more...] about Visiting the 9/11 Memorial in New York City
Walking the High Line in New York City
Before starting a full week of long hours at work, my sister and I decided to spend a few hours wandering around New York. We had enough time to drop our bags off at the hotel before lunch at Five Napkin Burger with Lauren, one of my good friends from my time in Australia. I couldn't believe that it … [Read more...] about Walking the High Line in New York City
The Art of the Day Trip
There's not always enough time to devote a full stay at a given destination, which is where the day trip comes into play. Throughout my travels, if I've found myself with an extra day, I'll take the train to another city to wander around. It allows me to see something new without having to deviate … [Read more...] about The Art of the Day Trip
Jet Boating at Niagara Falls
Visiting Niagara Falls without getting on a boat is like going to Paris and not seeing any art: it's unheard of. I had already been misted at the Journey Behind the Falls but was ready for the real deal. Unfortunately, due to time constraints, we had to cancel our trip on the Maid of the Mist, but … [Read more...] about Jet Boating at Niagara Falls
Photo Essay: Atlanta Street Art
I've talked about my favorite places to spot street art all over the world, from Berlin's East Side Gallery to Melbourne's Hosier Lane. But what about where I live? Atlanta is certainly an "up and coming" city with hip neighborhoods comparable to those in Brooklyn but at half the price. My … [Read more...] about Photo Essay: Atlanta Street Art