PHOTO GALLERY: 10 Views of Iconic Sydney Opera House The iconic Sydney Opera House is one of the world’s most famous architectural wonders and one of Australia’s most visited attractions. It was granted UNESCO World Heritage Status in 2007, being considered a human masterpiece. Designed by Dutch architect Jorn Ulzon, The Opera House was completed …
10 Free Things to do in Sydney
10 Free Things to do in Sydney During the past 10 years, prices in Australia have been rising dramatically all over the country. Since then costs have increased so much that nowadays all of Australia’s major cities are regularly listed among the top 20 most expensive cities in the world! Sydney is the most expensive …
PHOTO GALLERY: Remote Little Andaman Island – India
PHOTO GALLERY: Remote Little Andaman Island – India Part of the Andaman & Nicobar Island Archipelagos, under the administration of India, Little Andaman Island is the southernmost island in the Andaman Chain and the most remote island accessible by outside visitors. From the capital town of Port Blair, a 6-8-hour ferry or a 30-minute helicopter …
I’m Heading to Sydney, Australia!
I’m Heading to Sydney, Australia! This week I’m flying to Sydney, Australia. That in itself is quite exciting – both the flight and visiting Sydney. But this particular trip is extra special to me on two other counts. First of all, it’s a stepping stone on my first ever trip to New Zealand. I’m so …
Travel Tips: How I Can Afford a 3-Month Trip to New Zealand
Travel Tips: How I Can Afford a 3-Month Trip to New Zealand Last week I wrote about why I’m so very excited to finally visit New Zealand. I’ve been dreaming of the country since I was 11 years old. Then in my mid 20s I planned an extensive 2-6 month cycling trip around both north …
LashWorldTour NEWS: Announcing My Small Group Tours!
LashWorldTour NEWS: Announcing My Small Group Tours! I’m thrilled to announce the start of my small group tours! I’ve dubbed them, aptly enough, LashWorld Tours. I’ll be leading small groups of 4-10 adventurous travelers around my favorite places on the planet, starting with Bali, Indonesia this June, 2014. This is not a new concept for …
I’m Going to New Zealand! I’m Going to New Zealand!
I’m Going to New Zealand! I’m Going to New Zealand! (jumping up & down, flailing arms in the air, squeaking) OMG! OMG! OMG! I’m going to New Zealand! I have been waiting to visit New Zealand for over three decades! That’s kind of a long time for a travel plan. It all started… When …
PHOTO GALLERY: Stunning Tibetan Temples
PHOTO GALLERY: Stunning Tibetan Temples In the 1950s, China invaded and occupied the Himalayan country of Tibet. The Dalai Lama, Tibet’s spiritual and political leader, was eventually forced to escape and establish a new Tibetan government in exile at Dharamsala, India. Since then, hundreds of thousands of Tibetan people have made the arduous and dangerous …
Five Great Scuba Diving Destinations Around Europe That I’m Itching to Explore
Five Great Scuba Diving Destinations Around Europe That I’m Itching to Explore I’ve been a PADI dive professional in SE Asia since 2004. I’ve taught courses and guided divers on reefs in Thailand, Malaysia, Philippines and Bali, Indonesia. Prior to that I received all my dive training in Asia as well. That means that, to …
LashWorldTour NEWS: My Post on Bali Featured on Heather and her Travels
LashWorldTour NEWS: My Post on Bali Featured on Heather and her Travels I’m excited to announce that my guest post about Bali has been featured on Heather On Her Travels. Thanks Heather! I feel honored to be part of your great travel blog. :) Here it is: My guest post about Bali For this story …