For my last night in Melbourne, I ventured out to Lygon Street, famous for its Italian restaurants. Many, many moons ago it is where the early Italians settled in Melbourne. It did feel like I had been transported to Europe. However, mama would have not be impressed with the pizzas!!! I envisioned authentic thin crust pizza baked in a wood fire oven; instead I might as well have ordered … Continue reading
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Wanderings in Melbourne
The best kind of travelling is when someone else is paying :o) I’m working in Melbourne for a week, but I have the weekend to explore this vibrant city. On Saturday, looking like a right tourist with my camera swinging from my wrist and carrying a free city map from the hotel, I walk from the CBD to St Kilda. I started my epic journey (well it felt epic to … Continue reading
Goofy Becky
The curse of a wandering soul, I have only been home a few weeks and I already have itchy feet. I decide to satisfy my soul and head to the snow for a few days. Yes, non-Aussies, you read correctly, the snow!!!! During the Australian winter, up in the Snowy Mountains, they actually get snow down under. It is the end of the season, but for a newbie like me … Continue reading