Precisely one year ago today, I landed in Sydney, beginning what would be the most unpredictable year of my life. You've read all about my adventures, but here was my year by the numbers. Days traveled: 317 States/territories visited: 6- New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Australian … [Read more...] about The Australian Adventure: One Year Later
Lessons from A Year of Solo Travel
There's little "solo" time in solo travel. From the time I left in August to the time I returned at the end of November, I was only alone for maybe five days. On my Uluru trip, I was on a group tour, so it was impossible not to talk to people. And on the East Coast trip, I met the people I … [Read more...] about Lessons from A Year of Solo Travel
My Australian Travel Mistakes
I definitely enjoyed my time in Australia, as the number of posts about this year will tell you. But if I had to do it all over again, would I change anything? The answer is YES. I did a lot of things wrong and I hope you can learn from my mistakes! When to Leave I wish I had left earlier … [Read more...] about My Australian Travel Mistakes
My Favorite Eats of 2011
I know you've already read all about my crazy year. The things I did. The books I read. But did I mention how much food I ate? I seriously do not know how I fit on the plane without a seatbelt extender. This was also the year I started being a serious blog geek by photographing my food. And I am … [Read more...] about My Favorite Eats of 2011
Where I Slept in Australia
In my almost year in Australia, I slept a lot of places. Dozens of hostels, a few floors, friends' apartments, two boats, tents, swags and countless cities. It all started in Sydney at Tommy's house in Petersham, where he and his dad graciously let me sleep until I found my own pad. I got very … [Read more...] about Where I Slept in Australia