Melbourne: The Posh and the Wild

April 9, 2012August 9, 2014 ishg3 Comments

Melbourne can be a poster boy for the Weekend Warrior — on weekdays, it charms you with its effortless chic, but on weekends, it’s all about basking in the sun and heading out for the stunning raw beauty that’s just a stone’s throw away.

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What’s So Great About the Great Ocean Road?

February 18, 2012August 9, 2014 ishg2 Comments

Exhibit A: Gorgeous beaches that will blow you away

Growing up in an archipelago of kick-ass beaches, a look-see at the shorelines of other countries usually isn’t the highlight of a trip for me. A mental image of Boracay would almost automatically pop up every time, and pride would make me go, “It’s okay, but I’ve seen better.” But then, I caught a glimpse of Australia’s coastline: Continue reading “What’s So Great About the Great Ocean Road?” →