Darwin is the capital city of Australia’s Northern Territory. The Northern Territory or Top End has a tropical climate meaning it only really has wet and dry seasons. Visiting in mid-November however, we experienced something in between the two and were welcomed by Darwin’s monsoon as soon as we stepped off the plane. Darwin isContinue reading “Getting to know Australia’s Northern Territory”
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Brisbane’s Best Views
Brisbane is bursting with life and this is reflected in its busy skyline. The city centre is divided by the Brisbane river which separates the bustling central business district, home to Queen Street Mall and Brisbane City Hall from South Bank, the city’s cultural quarter and street beach host. Brisbane is often considered a youngContinue reading “Brisbane’s Best Views”
Australia’s cultural capital: Four days in Melbourne
Why Melbourne? Melbourne is one of Australia’s top city destinations, second only to Sydney. It is the capital of Victoria but also widely considered to be Australia’s cultural capital. Melbourne boasts numerous street-art laneways, art markets (many of which are located in the suburb of St Kilda), galleries (such as National Gallery of Victoria andContinue reading “Australia’s cultural capital: Four days in Melbourne”
Brisbane: Australia’s Travel Hotspot
As I write this, I watch the rain drizzle down my window while the grey clouds cast themselves over the student property opposite, which appears just as bleak and dismal as the sky above. It’s typical British weather; glorified in every Hollywood rom com but the rain is relentless, and winter never seems to end. ByContinue reading “Brisbane: Australia’s Travel Hotspot”
The Study Abroad Decision
How I made the decision to study abroad The decision to study abroad was the best decision I have ever made. However, I’m not going to pretend that this was an easy or quick decision to make, especially for someone as undeniably indecisive and worrisome as me. If you’re reading this as a prospective studyContinue reading “The Study Abroad Decision”
Going Beyond Borders 