Journal

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What a stormy night on Hagrid's motorbike adventure feels likeThe first fat raindrops hit the cobblestones of Hogsmeade just as we ducked under the canopy of the queue entrance. We had flown in from Melbourne only twelve…
A Fresh Coconut Water Break on St ThomasThe first thing I noticed was the sound. Before the coconut reached my hands, I could hear the steady chop of a knife through the hard green shell. The beach…
Wandering the quiet trails of Reef Bay, St. JohnSt. John is the smallest of the three main U.S. Virgin Islands, wildly popular for its turquoise water and white-sand bays. Reef Bay sits on the south shore,…
Why I Prefer Visiting Magic Kingdom on a Rainy Day Over a Sunny OneA bright, cloudless morning at Magic Kingdom looks perfect in holiday photos, but I have found that a rainy forecast can create a far more enjoyable park day.…
A walk along the waterfront in St. CroixI arrived at Christiansted’s waterfront expecting the easy glamour of a Caribbean postcard: bright water, pastel buildings and boats resting in the harbour.…
How I Kept My Kids Entertained During a Dinner Wait in Coconut GroveDinner in Coconut Grove sounded simple when we made the plan: stroll around the neighbourhood, find a relaxed restaurant, and enjoy a meal before heading back…
A Spontaneous Mardi Gras Night at Universal OrlandoI had not planned to spend the evening at Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras celebration. The day had already been full of rides, queues and the usual theme-park…
The EPCOT conversation that changed how I travelEPCOT is the sort of place where a short walk can cross several borders. One minute I was watching families queue for a frozen drink in the Florida sunshine; a…
A One-Day St Thomas Cruise Port Plan That WorksA cruise stop in St Thomas can feel wonderfully generous on the itinerary, yet the usable time is shorter than the hours printed beside the port.…
Why I Prefer Visiting Orlando in September and What the Crowds Are Really LikeSeptember has become my favourite month for an Orlando holiday. The city is still warm, the pools are inviting, and the pace inside the theme parks feels much…