Journal

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Taking A Stroller On The Ferry From St Thomas To St JohnTravelling from St Thomas to St John by ferry was one of the most memorable parts of our United States Virgin Islands trip. The crossing is short, the views…
What I Discovered Walking Through Charlotte AmalieCharlotte Amalie rewards travellers who slow down. On a self-guided walk through St Thomas’s capital, I found that the most memorable details were not always…
Independent Kid-Friendly Restaurants Near Universal OrlandoUniversal Orlando makes family dining wonderfully easy, but the resort area can also feel dominated by recognisable brands, giant menus and restaurants…
Why I Prefer Early Morning Flights to St. Thomas and How I Make Them WorkEarly morning flights to St. Thomas are rarely glamorous. They involve an alarm before dawn, a quiet ride to the airport and a long stretch of travel before…
A first-timer’s guide to navigating Disney World’s monorail resortsDisney World’s monorail is more than a way to reach Magic Kingdom. It connects three distinctive resorts, the Transportation and Ticket Center, and a…
My Favourite Snorkelling Spot on St. Croix and What I Saw UnderwaterSt. Croix has several beautiful places to enter the water, but the snorkelling experience I return to in my mind is at Buck Island Reef National Monument. The…
How to Spend a Rainy Day at Disney Springs Without a TicketA wet forecast does not have to cancel your Disney day. Disney Springs is a useful place to slow down, browse, eat and enjoy some Disney atmosphere without…
What I Wish I Knew Before Visiting The Virgin Islands During Hurricane SeasonI had imagined the Virgin Islands as an easy-going escape of turquoise water, warm trade winds and lazy afternoons by the pool. Visiting during the Atlantic…
A Practical Guide to Free Parking at Orlando Theme ParksOrlando theme park parking can become a surprisingly large part of a holiday budget. A standard car park fee is charged before you even reach the gates, and…
My Honest Take On The Disney Dining Plan For A Short TripA Disney dining plan can look wonderfully simple when you are organising a Walt Disney World holiday from Australia. Meals are paid for before leaving home,…