Upon completing our loop in the South of the South island, we headed north, stopping along the way at lake pukaki and then on to Christchurch for a couple of days. We stayed with a Kiwi couple through Airbnb and proceeded to visit the city's main sights. We quickly realised how visible the destruction that … Continue reading Our Journey through Middle Earth – Part 2
Our journey through Middle Earth – New Zealand South Island Part 1
After a short flight from Melbourne, we landed in New Zealand, ready to be wowed. We weren't disappointed! After a good night sleep in a sort of capsule hotel, we set off for Franz Josef Glacier via Arthur's Pass. What was intended to be a long enough journey (7hrs drive) took us even longer as … Continue reading Our journey through Middle Earth – New Zealand South Island Part 1
“G’Day Mates” in Sydney & Melbourne
The phase that we had dreaded had finally come... we had to get our Winter clothes back out of the bottom of our bags. #1stworldproblems Luckily, word spread that we were ill-prepared to face a rough Aussie winter. As we arrived in Sydney, Paul & Jess and Katie & Liam took our custody in turns. … Continue reading “G’Day Mates” in Sydney & Melbourne
Road Trippin’ Aussie Style
After a late arrival in Australia due to a delayed flight we arrived in Cairns a bit later than scheduled and a wee bit wrecked. Unfortunately we did not have time to enjoy a day in Cairns as was planned and instead picked up our Jucy camper and got on the road pronto. Our plan … Continue reading Road Trippin’ Aussie Style
Sun, Sea, Sand, Snorkelling & Surf – Gili Air & Nusa Lembongan
After our time on Bali we decided to end our Indonesian adventure with a trip to Gili Air followed by a stop off in Nusa Lembongan. The plan for the islands was simple chill out and go with the flow in terms of activities. We arrived in Gili Air to a really nice hotel and … Continue reading Sun, Sea, Sand, Snorkelling & Surf – Gili Air & Nusa Lembongan
Balifornia
Before heading over to Bali, we had made a conscious decision of not staying in the area of Kuta to avoid the crowds and messy backpackers. We figured that Ubud would offer more tranquillity. How wrong were we. We spent 5 days exploring Ubud and its surroundings. In hindsight, it was a bit too long. … Continue reading Balifornia
La Javanaise
We hadn't realised how big Java was when we landed in Jakarta. As we arrived, we were warmly welcomed by Anne & Xavier (Julia's parent's friends and Julia's bestfriend's parents - confusing, right?). We were made to feel at home in their lovely house located in the centre of Jakarta. We spent a couple of … Continue reading La Javanaise
The Singapore Swing
We were both excited and anxious to be going to Singapore, partly because of the cost of living associated to this ultra-modern country. Despite our hostel being pretty horrendous, we ended up totally falling in love with the city. So much so, that we even considered staying there indefinitely. Here’s why: The architecture From Little … Continue reading The Singapore Swing
Me likey Melaka
Where to start with Melaka? We arrived late after a pretty long bus journey from Penang to find the best host we could have hoped for! We stayed in a place called Sunb, located minutes’ walk from the weekend night market and ran by an awesome host (Tim). Thanks to Tim, we were able to … Continue reading Me likey Melaka
Penang – The Love Child of China, India & Bristol
Like Kuala Lumpur, Penang is a mixed bag of cultures. It seems everyone has left their mark. Which again means that good food is always close by. YES! Our time in Penang was spent enjoying the street art, walking the narrow streets, endulging in amazing south Indian cuisine, chilling at the beach and getting stung … Continue reading Penang – The Love Child of China, India & Bristol
A Year With The Sullys 