Things I miss about Melbourne

I have been in Iceland for two months today, which is completely surreal.  The last week brought a flu I'm still shaking off, and there's nothing like getting sick to make you miss home.

Ocean swimming in Iceland [journal]

For the last couple of weeks I had been flirting with the idea of swimming in the sea. 

Travel tips: What is an artist residency?

As you've probably read or deduced (or maybe you're new... hi!), I'm currently living and working in Iceland since late June.  

The most magical things to do in the Isle of Skye

Scotland's Isle of Skye, one of the Inner Hebrides, is a day's drive from Glasgow or Edinburgh and one of the most popular sites in Britain.  With the ominous Cuillin mountains looming overhead, clear waterfalls and lush, green countryside, it's easy to see why.

Travelling by Hurtigruten? Read this first!

The Hurtigruten exemplifies Norway.  Whether it’s sitting in a Jacuzzi in the midnight sun, passing by snowcapped mountains and dramatic fjords or sipping Hot Toddy’s under the dazzling Northern Lights, the Hurtigruten provides the perfect mix of rugged landscape, luxury and arctic intrigue.