Planning an East Coast trip in Australia can be chaotic. There’s just so much to see and do, and this country is massive. But if there’s one experience that deserves a non-negotiable spot on your itinerary, it’s sailing the Whitsundays. Last year, my whole family came to visit Oliver and me in Australia for two…
Last year, Oliver and I were planning our East Coast road trip to celebrate my 30th birthday. Since my birthday is in August, I was a little worried it might end up being a cold, rainy trip, especially coming from winter in Perth, where the weather isn’t exactly in a party mood that time of…
Airlie Beach is a tiny town mostly known as the gateway to the Whitsunday Islands, but when I first rolled in on Shute Harbour Road during my East Coast Australia trip, I instantly fell for its laid-back charm. I came over the hills, saw the port filled with giant boats and sparkling blue water, and…
When Oliver and I were planning our East Coast Australia itinerary, the one non-negotiable was visiting the Whitsundays, and obviously, that meant Whitehaven Beach. I’d seen the photos of crystal-clear water and perfectly swirled white sand and just knew I had to see it with my own eyeballs. Oliver had already been there a few…
Last year, I turned 30, and since Oliver and I were living in Australia, we figured, what better excuse to have my family fly over from Texas and celebrate? I mean, it’s only a 27-hour flight or something like that, ha! But they were more than happy to hop across the globe for an East…
Before heading to the island you should know that Caye Caulker is tiny. At just 1.5 square miles, the whole island is walkable, and with no cars (just golf carts and bikes), life moves at an easy, sun-soaked pace. But don’t let the size fool you—where you stay can make or break your trip. When…
Caye Caulker is the kind of place where you can’t help but fall in love with the laid-back vibes, the turquoise waters, and, of course, the unforgettable snorkeling. I’m not exaggerating when I say this was the best snorkeling I’ve ever done! Located in the Belize Barrier Reef, it’s seriously epic. We booked our tour…
Caye Caulker might be tiny, but when it comes to diving, it packs a serious punch. Sitting right off the Belize Barrier Reef—aka the second-largest reef in the world—this little island is a dream for divers. Whether you’re into wall dives, shark encounters, or just cruising through coral gardens, this is one of the best…
Finding the perfect place to eat has always been a double-edged sword. On one hand, I spend hours reading reviews, scrolling through menus, and overanalyzing Google ratings like it’s my job. On the other hand, I almost always end up at the best spots. So was it really wasted time? (Absolutely not.) Me and my…
Backpacking through Mexico and Central America is one of my greatest joys—and also one of the biggest pains in the ass. Last year, I went on a girls’ backpacking trip with some of my best friends. We knew we wanted to explore Quintana Roo, but then we saw this dreamy little island in Belize, Caye…