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Return to Raro

As the flight descended, the sun was rising and we watched the waves lap onto the fringe reef, welcome back to paradise…

Fiona Taylor

May 1, 20246 min read

Adventures In The Philippines

With so many places on my bucket list the decision on where to go next is never easy! My Instagram feed teases me daily with an endless...

Fiona

Aug 25, 20189 min read

Diving with manta rays and whale sharks at Manta Bowl

The waters around the Philippines are a playground for snorkelers and divers and my plan for this trip was to spend as much time in the...

Fiona

Apr 8, 20183 min read

Swimming with whale sharks in The Philippines

Putting your mask beneath the surface and coming face to face with the biggest fish in the ocean is a surreal, electric experience. The...

Fiona Taylor

Apr 8, 20184 min read

The Illusive Figure 8 Pools

So many times I've tried and failed to visit the famous Figure 8 pools, I must have done every other walk in the National Park before I...

Fiona Taylor

Mar 8, 20183 min read

52 things to do in Sydney in 2018

Looking for a bit of inspiration for things to do in Sydney? Look no further, here's 52 - one for every week of the year! Some are once...

Fiona

Jan 7, 20182 min read

What's the big deal about women travelling alone?!

There's a lot been written about women who travel. There's some great work being done to empower women but sometimes I wonder whether the...

Fiona Taylor

Sep 26, 20173 min read

Not sure about the idea of group travel? Neither was I.

I've always been a DIY kind of traveller, I like to research, figure out what I want to see and then plan how I will get around, be that

Sep 11, 20173 min read

I can't help falling in love with Noosa

Start your day early watching the sun come up with a stroll along the beach and enjoy the ocean to yourself with a refreshing sunrise swim a

Sep 1, 20174 min read

10 Trips To Add To Your Bucket List

Don't settle for the same old holiday destinations, the world is big and beautiful and most of us have barely seen the tip of the...

Aug 8, 20176 min read

The Travellers Checklist - Prepping and Packing

As someone who is addicted to travel I know only too well the high that comes with booking your next adventure. Once your flight is...

Jul 18, 20177 min read

Don't let Winter stop you swimming!

I've always been a bit of a water baby, it's one of the reasons I fell in love with Australia, there’s so many options in, on, under

Jul 12, 20172 min read

Sydney's Top 10 Outdoor Swimming Pools

With beaches, bays, rock pools and the harbour Sydney is a water lovers wet-dream! I’ve learnt the hard way that you should always have your

Jul 12, 20174 min read

Falling in Love (again)

There's no better feeling than being in love but all too often that feeling becomes a little stale. It could be a long term love or a...

Jun 13, 20173 min read

5 traveller mistakes to avoid

I've travelled over 30 countries and made my fair share of mistakes. I've ended up in some sticky situations because of these mistakes;...

Fiona

May 11, 20175 min read

An Attenborough Style African Adventure

The jeep hood popped, we started our way into the park, the desert heat and golden dust washing over us. It quickly became apparent why the

Fiona

May 9, 201710 min read

Top 10 Weekend Breaks from Sydney

There’s nothing better than getting on the road and escaping the hustle and bustle of Sydney for a weekend away with friends. It’s incredibl

Apr 21, 20175 min read

Exploring Sydney on foot

Get your walking shoes on and take in the city’s iconic landmarks by foot. Start from observatory hill you et 360 degree view around Sydney

Fiona

Apr 12, 20173 min read

Western Australia Top 10

If Western Australia was it’s own country it would be the tenth largest in the world so it’s no surprise that travellers struggle to figure

Fiona

Apr 12, 20175 min read

The pursuit of happiness isn't always easy

As kids we're asked what do you want to be when you grow up? We're told we can be whatever we set our minds to, that we should follow our...

Apr 3, 20173 min read