Blog Feed: Two travelers walking the earth

Interview with Anil from FoxnomadAnil Polat from Foxnomad, is on a journey to visit every country in the world. A former computer hacker, he now travels full-time and pays for it by blogging about his adventures. Thanks for wanting to be part of our … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

The Volunteering Angels at Bluesfest

Published on 2012-05-23 08:35:51

The Volunteering Angels at BluesfestWe have been attending festivals for years now and the success of an event comes down to precision, organisation and having the right people manage different aspects of the event. It isn’t a secret that our favourite event of the … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Eating Thai Food eBook Review

Published on 2012-05-21 08:35:54

Eating Thai Food eBook ReviewFor those who are regular readers you will know that I have a fascination with Thailand and everything Thai. I regard Thailand as my second home and Elise and I could quite easily see ourselves living there one day and not for … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

New Artists at Bluesfest

Published on 2012-05-21 08:35:06

New Artists at BluesfestWe have ventured up to Bluesfest in Byron Bay for many years now and we are always blown away by the line up with many international acts the best of local artists. Even if you are going for big acts … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Life’s A Balancing Act

Published on 2012-05-16 08:35:37

Life’s A Balancing ActTravel has taught many things over the years and each time I return back home I realise just how much it really does change you as a person. I always wonder exactly what it is about travel that shifts your … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Annapurna Poon Hill Trek Nepal | Part 1

Published on 2012-05-14 08:35:11

Annapurna Poon Hill Trek Nepal | Part 1Part 1 of a 3 part video series. We had been travelling for just over a year and had crossed the border from India to Nepal, with plans to do some trekking in the Himalaya region. In previous years, we … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

John Butler Trio The Modern Day Poet

Published on 2012-05-10 08:35:46

John Butler Trio The Modern Day PoetI am waiting to the side of the Mojo Stage at Bluesfest in Byron Bay and energy from the crowd is electric. We have been lucky enough to be asked to cover this event as part of the media and … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Historical Antigua Guatemala Photo Tour | Part 3

Published on 2012-05-09 08:35:50

Historical Antigua Guatemala Photo Tour | Part 3This is the 3rd and final part of our Antigua Guatemala Photo Tour. Feel free to browse Part 1 and Part 2. When we arrived in Antigua Guatemala we were greeted with a several days of rain. We walked around the … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Cambridge Hotel Sydney Review

Published on 2012-05-08 08:35:39

Cambridge Hotel Sydney ReviewWe have been travelling across the world for some time now and we are still blown away by our own beautiful city. Living in Sydney all our lives, we really do think it is a beautiful city with a real … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Happiness Plunge Interview with Adam

Published on 2012-05-03 08:23:00

Happiness Plunge Interview with AdamAdam Pervez left behind his high-flying corporate life to take the road less traveled and actually enjoy being alive every day. He took what he calls “The Happiness Plunge” in June, 2011 and now lives a life full of his … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

My Travel Style Has Changed

Published on 2012-05-02 08:35:04

My Travel Style Has ChangedThere was a time where I would long to hang out with other backpackers, sit around all night drinking at the hostel bar or coming home from drunken nights and making new friends where we would all be crammed into … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Hotel Campo Verde | Costa Rica

Published on 2012-05-01 23:20:12

Hotel Campo Verde | Costa RicaJust 10 minutes outside the village of La Fortuna is Hotel Campo Verde. Quite literally it is located under the impressive and imposing Arenal Volcano. Although dubbed as one of the world’s most active volcanoes-it does seem to be having … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Hidden Gem in Atacama Desert Chile

Published on 2012-04-29 22:48:35

Hidden Gem in Atacama Desert ChileWhen you think of the desert the first thing comes to mind is an area that is barren, desolate and miles from anywhere else. That is exactly what we were faced with when we drove through the Atacama desert in Northern … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

The Best New York Tips

Published on 2012-04-27 08:35:04

The Best New York TipsTravelling to New York City was a dream come true and something I had thought about ever since I set my eyes on Time Square in the many films I watched as a child. It was the glitter in the … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Media Pass Mayhem At Bluesfest Byron Bay

Published on 2012-04-20 08:35:59

Media Pass Mayhem At Bluesfest Byron BayI exhale and try to rid myself of the nerves that have crept up my spine. We are waiting in darkness, with the roar of the crowd out in the black abyss. I feel like I am about to step into the ring and go 12 … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Interview with Paul from My Postcard From…

Published on 2012-04-19 08:35:12

Interview with Paul from My Postcard From…Paul Corbett is the founder of MyPostcardFrom. A web developer with a passion for travel, Paul has circumnavigated the world three times. Combining backpacking around Australia, New Zealand and parts of Asia to more sedate trips as a couple to … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Charming Antigua Guatemala Photo Tour | Part 2

Published on 2012-04-18 08:35:00

Charming Antigua Guatemala Photo Tour | Part 2This is Part 2 of a 3 Part Photo Tour Series. See Part 1 Here. Antigua Guatemala is charming in so many ways, from the cobble stone streets to the restaurants and cafes that line the roads. We instantly fell … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Rustic Antigua Guatemala Photo Tour | Part 1

Published on 2012-04-11 08:35:01

Rustic Antigua Guatemala Photo Tour | Part 1This is Part 1 of a 3 part Photo Tour Series Antigua, Guatemala is one of those places you fall in love with as soon as you arrive. There is certain charm about it. It is an old colonial town … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Chicken Bus Travel Tips in Central America

Published on 2012-04-04 08:35:53

Chicken Bus Travel Tips in Central AmericaTravelling to Central America was on our bucket list and during our time there, we travelled predominantly on public transport. Although it is possible to travel through many of these countries using the premium buses that cater towards the masses of tourists, … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Dune Buggy Ride On The Waterfall Tour Banos

Published on 2012-04-03 08:35:23

Dune Buggy Ride On The Waterfall Tour BanosWe had been in Banos for a little while and rain had plagued most of our time there. Speaking to locals, they all seemed to say we had just missed all the good weather about a week earlier. Just our … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

My Favourite BluesFest Artists

Published on 2012-04-01 00:24:46

My Favourite BluesFest ArtistsThe grin from ear to ear that Elise and I have at the moment, is because we are super excited about attending our favourite music festival Bluesfest. When we were asked to attend and potentially interview some of the musicians … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Deli Heaven in Antigua Guatemala

Published on 2012-03-29 08:35:24

Deli Heaven in Antigua GuatemalaWe had travelled through Central America for 4 months and loving the food from the different countries we had visited. Each country had its own authentic foods that we just needed to try it all! Food is one of the … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

My First (And Last) Blizzard!

Published on 2012-03-27 08:35:00

My First (And Last) Blizzard!I guess you could say we were ‘lucky’ that we had a snow storm while in New York City. You see, Anthony and I had never experienced a white Christmas before. We wanted to be somewhere warming ourselves by the … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

My Favourite Music Festival

Published on 2012-03-26 08:23:25

My Favourite Music FestivalTravelling around Australia you are bound to find a music festival that will cater for your music tastes. Over the summer it seems as though the regular annual festivals and even new ones always seem to pop up each year. I have … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Hostel Erupcion, Banos Ecuador

Published on 2012-03-22 08:32:01

Hostel Erupcion, Banos EcuadorAs you probably know by now, Anthony and I love staying in family run or owned accommodation. They can be all types, but we love when we feel like a part of a family and get that sense of home … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Riding Around Hampi India

Published on 2012-03-21 23:35:00

Riding Around Hampi IndiaWe spent the day riding to and from the ruins and only the day before we hired a motorbike to get to the other ruins. Because Hampi India is so hot, we would recommend that the motorbike opinion is a … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Walking Around The Hampi Ruins In India

Published on 2012-03-20 08:35:01

Walking Around The Hampi Ruins In IndiaAs usual with our travel plans, we always end up staying longer in many places than we had anticipated. It was no different when we wen to Hampi India. It was a laid back town along the river and after … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Azuluna Eco-Lodge, Montanita Ecuador

Published on 2012-03-14 08:22:07

Azuluna Eco-Lodge, Montanita EcuadorWe arrived at Azuluna Eco-Lodge at around 9.30pm, so I didn’t think our first impressions were going to be anything special. It was dark, we were both tired after a day of travel and, if I’m honest, nothing really impresses … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Help! I OD’d On Pollo!

Published on 2012-03-13 08:35:23

Help! I OD’d On Pollo!Oh God it was delicious…too delicious to give up. We ate it nearly everyday straight for a week. It was our local haunt, one of the many Tulum restaurants…Pollo Bronco. We were living in Tulum on the Yucatan Peninsula of … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Scottevest Competition WINNER

Published on 2012-03-12 15:18:29

Scottevest Competition WINNERWe have been running a Scottevest competition over the last two weeks, where you had the chance to win one mens Revolution Jacket and one women’s Lola Jacket. We had an overwhelming response with many multiple entires from some applicants. … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Shadows on a Deserted Island

Published on 2012-03-06 08:35:37

Shadows on a Deserted IslandWe absolutely love Thailand and we especially love visiting the islands in the South. Both Elise and I have visited this magical country many times and are always drawn back to the islands each time. This time however, we wanted to be … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Couples’ Travel eBook Review

Published on 2012-03-01 20:13:38

Couples’ Travel eBook ReviewElise and I have travelled the world as a couple over the past 2 years. We have proven that you are able to travel the world for and indefinite period with your partner and survive. We have learnt the hard … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Reverse Culture Shock (Of Sorts)

Published on 2012-02-28 08:35:06

Reverse Culture Shock (Of Sorts)After any lengthy period away from your home country, upon returning home, there is always some sort of reverse culture shock. For many of us, it is a jolt to the system to be returning to a developed country after … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Scottevest Jacket Review & Giveaway

Published on 2012-02-23 05:55:25

Scottevest Jacket Review & GiveawayWe were over the moon when Scottevest contacted us to review their jackets. Their jackets are ones we have really wanted for a long time and I wanted to see if it matched up to our expectations of being able … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Secret Garden Hostel Cotopaxi Review

Published on 2012-02-19 23:52:40

Secret Garden Hostel Cotopaxi ReviewThe Secret Garden Hostel Cotopaxi is the sister counterpart to the same one in Quito and is just as good. Only 2 hours from Quito, the Cotopaxi guesthouse is set on a large property and has stunning views of the Cotopaxi Volcano. Much … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Clothing Arts Competition Winner

Published on 2012-02-16 21:50:20

Clothing Arts Competition WinnerWe have been running a Clothing Arts competition over the past 2 weeks and all you needed to do was comment on this review article on the Pick-pocket Proof Pants. We placed all your entries into random.org to draw the … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Valentines Day Presents | What are your thoughts?

Published on 2012-02-13 08:25:24

Valentines Day Presents | What are your thoughts?Valentines Day has come around again and I was wondering the other day what the fuss if all about. I remember growing up and having girlfriends that I would buy Valentines Day presents or flowers for them or better still I used … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Sumo Suits Photo Essay & Video

Published on 2012-02-12 17:59:57

Sumo Suits Photo Essay & VideoElise Birthday was celebrated down at Billarong Reserve located on the Northern Beaches of Sydney. It is a beautiful place to take friends and family for a BBQ and that is just what we were doing to celebrate Elise turning … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Hiking Etiquette 101

Published on 2012-01-31 08:35:33

Hiking Etiquette 101In the time we have been away, we have been on our fair few share of hikes. They have lasted for a few hours and up to a few days. Over that time, there have been a few things I … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Hampi India By Bike | Part 2

Published on 2012-01-30 08:35:50

Hampi India By Bike | Part 2Check out Part 1 of Hampi India We spent our second day in Hampi India on a bicycle and we decided to spend this full day going across the river and exploring the other side of Hampi, full of rice … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Pick-pocket Proof Travel Pants Giveaway!

Published on 2012-01-30 05:34:49

Pick-pocket Proof Travel Pants Giveaway!Many of you now know that I was pick-pocketed in Granda, Nicaragua. I thought that I would most definitely know when someone had their hand in my in my pockets. Little did I know that these people are professionals and … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Secret Garden Hostel | Quito Ecuador

Published on 2012-01-26 01:26:24

Secret Garden Hostel | Quito EcuadorWe arrived tired and bleary eyed at 4am after a 32 hour bus (which was only supposed to be 24) from Quito. As the taxi pulled up outside the hostel, I was wondering if anyone would actually be at the … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

What’s That In Your Pocket?

Published on 2012-01-23 08:35:10

What’s That In Your Pocket?A man with an acne ridden face just wouldn’t get out of my way. I pushed and pushed and I wasn’t sure how long this would go on for… We had recently visited Leon in Nicaragua and we were making our … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Camping Is In My Blood

Published on 2012-01-18 15:54:20

Camping Is In My BloodEver since I was a little girl, my family has gone camping. Give us a weekend or a school holiday and we would be out bush somewhere setting up our tent. My parents enthusiasm for outdoor camping seems to have … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Ah…This Is The Life!

Published on 2012-01-17 08:35:59

Ah…This Is The Life!We didn’t really intend on staying a long time in Mexico. Initially we had only rented and paid for 4 weeks in our little cabana. However, 4 weeks eventually turned into 4 months. Partly because we enjoyed staying still for … Continue reading →positiveworldtravel.com > read more

Kaboodle Video: Break Dancers In Bangkok

Published on 2011-07-03 13:00:21

Kaboodle Video: Break Dancers In Bangkok There are street performers everywhere on Khao San Road in Bangkok. We were walking through the main street, and noticed a crowd building on the road and 80s music blaring out of a boom box. There were a gro > read more

I’m So Hardcore It Hurts

Published on 2011-06-28 08:35:03

I’m So Hardcore It Hurts As I sit here and write this, no joke I am listening to punk ska music and randomly the song is called ‘Hardcore’. I know. I was just meant to be writing this post! So what have I done that … Continue reading > read more

Bango In Luang Prabang

Published on 2011-06-26 13:00:32

Bango In Luang Prabang While in Laos, we visited a monastery in Luang Prabang and I got the chance to meet a monk too. View All Of Bango’s Photos Read The Interview With Bangopositiveworldtravel.com > read more

Video Diaries | Indian Buses To Hampi

Published on 2011-06-24 09:55:17

Video Diaries | Indian Buses To Hampi We are used to long travel days. We’ve been on buses and trains for over 24 hours at a time. Been extremely sweaty in crowded transport for long periods, and are used to some pretty horrible road conditio > read more

Dealing With Sickness Abroad

Published on 2011-06-21 08:35:15

Dealing With Sickness Abroad Walking around Mumbai is a crazy place. The sites, smells, cows and people. Oh, and did I mention there are 12.5 million people populating the city at the time of writing! That is approximately double the population in al > read more

Travel Video | Donating Our Motorcycle

Published on 2011-06-20 08:35:31

Travel Video | Donating Our Motorcycle Vietnam is a country of smiles and a culture that is forever giving to tourists in a foreign land. During our time in Vietnam we were always greeted with open arms and people were always willing to help us in &# > read more

Kaboodle Video: Ticklish Foot Spa In Malaysia

Published on 2011-06-19 13:00:34

Kaboodle Video: Ticklish Foot Spa In Malaysia In the beginning of our trip we decided to be game and try a “fish foot spa” as they call it. It is suppose to purify and cleanse the dead skin cells off the bottom of your feet. All I think > read more

Video Diaries: Hampi Ruins & Broken Bridges

Published on 2011-06-17 08:35:39

Video Diaries: Hampi Ruins & Broken Bridges After reaching Hampi on probably the bumpiest bus ride we have ever been on we planned on only spending about 3 or 4 days there. Roughly a week later we were still in Hampi, seeing the ruins at our own > read more

Hotel Review | Le Gite del Sol

Published on 2011-06-16 08:35:46

Hotel Review | Le Gite del Sol We had been living in Tulum Mexico for 4 months and it was time to pack our bags as we had an itch to get back on the road and see a little more of Mexico. We made a decision … Continue reading →positiveworl > read more

The Friendliest Traveller | Interview with Craig

Published on 2011-06-15 09:35:49

The Friendliest Traveller | Interview with Craig This week our featured interview is with Craig from Indie Travel Podcast. Craig and Linda Martin have been travelling full-time since February 2006. These crazy Kiwis run the Lonely Planet award-winni > read more

My Take On Long Term Travel

Published on 2011-06-14 08:30:34

My Take On Long Term Travel It has take me a full year and a bit, but I think I have finally grasped the idea of how long term travel can only make your life better. Don’t get me wrong, it’s not like this whole time … Continue readi > read more

Radio Ep. 4 | How To Stay Fit While Travelling

Published on 2011-06-13 08:35:22

Radio Ep. 4 | How To Stay Fit While Travelling Read an overview of our Radio Episode and then have a listen below! Don’t forget you can subscribe to our Radio Podcast through iTunes. Also, if you have time we would love for you to rate our po > read more

Kaboodle Photo: Please Slibe The Door

Published on 2011-06-12 13:00:24

Kaboodle Photo: Please Slibe The Door Yes, that’s right, you read correctly. In Laos, they ask you to kindly slibe the door closed. Sliding won’t work, you must slibe itpositiveworldtravel.com > read more

How To Be Fluent In Spanish

Published on 2011-06-10 08:53:40

I was raised in a immigrant family from Croatia in Australia and I have been constantly surrounded by Croatian and Italian but I always denied the chance to learn at a young age. I would rebel when my father would … Continue reading → > read more

What My Dad Taught Me About Travel

Published on 2011-06-09 08:30:23

It’s that time of year again and it is frightening how quick another year has passed. A realisation of how long Ant and I have been travelling. Today is my Dad’s birthday. Last year was his 50th and I am … Continue reading → > read more

Rich, Plush & Velvety Escapes | Interview With Keith

Published on 2011-06-08 09:35:35

This week we have featured an interview with Keith from Velvet Escape. Keith is a thirty-something who lives in Amsterdam. He has visited more than 60 countries across six continents and writes about his travels on his website and exhibits … Co > read more

Diving The Deep Black Hole

Published on 2011-06-07 08:35:36

The sound of my breath is all that I can hear around me, loud through my regulator. I can just make out my instructor to my right, giving me reassurance that I’m dong well. To my left I shine my … Continue reading → > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Ancient Garden House

Published on 2011-06-07 01:09:27

We snapped these bright pink flowers at the Ancient Garden House In Hue, Vietnam. > read more

Travel Show Video: In Search Of Vegemite

Published on 2011-06-06 13:11:44

When you set out on a trip overseas you always do a double check of your belongings and make sure you have everything you need. You check and recheck…sometimes even triple check! But we always also try and carry a … Continue reading ͛ > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Forbidden City Walls

Published on 2011-06-06 01:09:20

Local workers huddle under a tree to escape the heat of the day to eat lunch, just outside the Forbidden City Walls in Hue, Vietnam. > read more

Bango At Hoi An

Published on 2011-06-05 13:00:32

The beach near Hoi An was a great place to relax during the day. The town of Hoi An itself is also beautiful. Here I am, just another day resting on the beach. You can see in the background, there … Continue reading → > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Dong Hoi Beach

Published on 2011-06-05 01:09:18

This is one of our favourite photos. We paid a couple of bucks to use a private beach in Dong Hoi, Vietnam. There was nobody around for miles. Crystal clear water and a beautiful day without a cloud in sight. Shortly after … Continue reading > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Hanoi Mausoleum

Published on 2011-06-04 01:09:09

In the centre of Hanoi, there is big area devoted to Ho Chi Minh. The centrepiece is a large mausoleum where his body lies inside a glass case. Visitors must join a queue and file through the room without stopping. … Continue reading → > read more

Pre-Travel Guide eBook Review

Published on 2011-06-03 08:35:00

When looking for a book that gives you the push to get out there and travel, you can’t look past the ‘Pre: Travel Guide’ by Nathan & Sofia from As We Travel. This is a comprehensive guide for anyone that … Continue reading > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Cambodian Children

Published on 2011-06-03 01:09:06

We were attending a health meeting whilst working for The Hand In Hand Project in Kep, Cambodia. The meetings ran for about 2 hours, and these two kids played on these oversized bikes for the whole time. > read more

Radio Ep. 3 | Travelling Without An Itinerary

Published on 2011-06-02 08:35:43

In this episode we discuss some of ways on how to travel without an Itinerary. We also answer a listener’s question which asks ‘How do you decide when you are going to leave a place?’ Subscribe to our Radio Podcast through iTunes. … Con > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Elephant Ride

Published on 2011-06-02 01:09:02

We were staying in the foot hills of Kerala’s Tea Plantation region and was offered a free elephant ride by a local farmer walking his elephant. Elise said it was such a bumpy ride! > read more

One Spunky Woman | Interview With Pamela

Published on 2011-06-01 09:35:13

This week we feature an interview with Pamela from Spunky Girl Monologues. She also writes a weekly article for CheapOair Canada Travel Blog. Pamela will be working and writing from Banff, Alberta for the summer, then heading off to Italy, … Co > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Cassowary Bird

Published on 2011-06-01 01:08:53

We traveled up to Far North Queensland Australia for a 4 day getaway, where I proposed to Elise. During our stay we were faced with a number of huge Cassowary’s just like this one. > read more

Tell Me A Little About Yourself

Published on 2011-05-31 08:30:48

Hi I’m Elise. Where are you from? That small introduction usually starts it all. It turns an innocent friendly conversation into an awkward unravelling of someone’s life story or dodgy details about what they’ve been up to. I’m all for … > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Bondi Beach Picture

Published on 2011-05-31 01:08:44

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Daily Travel Photo | Panjim Church Goa

Published on 2011-05-30 01:08:40

Theres short walk up some stairs to the Main Church in Panjim, Goa, India. From the church you can see some great views of the town of Panjim. Whilst we were there there were very few tourists, and it was … Continue reading → > read more

Bango In India

Published on 2011-05-29 13:00:12

These two girls on the beach had such wide, bright smiles I just had to get a photo with them. We were on the beach in Palaloem in Goa, India. > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Kamala Nehru Park

Published on 2011-05-29 01:08:36

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Daily Travel Photo | My 31st Birthday

Published on 2011-05-28 01:30:33

We ran into our good friends Jimmy & Rachel in Hanoi on my Birthday. Lets just say we had kind of a big night! > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Local Man In Hampi

Published on 2011-05-27 01:12:20

Walking around the ruins in Hampi can be awe inspiring. This local man takes some time out from the blistering heat at one of the sites visited. > read more

Camera Review: Canon 60D

Published on 2011-05-26 08:35:18

For as far back as I can remember I have wanted to buy a Canon Digital SLR. I have been fond of photography since early in high school and had done my best with the point and shoot hybrid cameras … Continue reading → > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Snake Charmer

Published on 2011-05-26 01:32:20

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As ‘They’ Travel | Interview With Nathan & Sofia

Published on 2011-05-25 09:35:07

This week our featured interview is with Nathan & Sofia from As We Travel. Formed in early 2010 As We Travel is a budget travel site for travelers who are about to leave and explore the world for their first RTW trip … Continue reading > read more

Daily Travel Photo | River Boat Palolem Backwaters

Published on 2011-05-25 01:38:24

You can cruise the backwaters of Palolem Goa, just located a few 100 metres away from Palolem beach. > read more

Travel & Reading

Published on 2011-05-24 08:30:46

I love to read. Ever since I was a little girl I would always be reading either to myself or I’d set up my Barbies and toys in a row and read to them. Even as a teacher, when I … Continue reading → > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Tawau Hills Hot Springs

Published on 2011-05-24 01:38:19

We trekked some 3 hours to reach these hot springs located in Tawau Hills National Park in Sabah, Borneo. It was well worth the walk, as we relaxed here for a couple of hours in the warm water, then dipped … Continue reading → > read more

Tight Squeeze! The Cu Chi Tunnels

Published on 2011-05-23 08:32:51

We arrive to the sound of blaring guns getting shot in the distance. Various tour groups are being led through the grounds, with many gathered at different areas looking at the tactics and life of the Viet Cong during the … Continue reading > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Dhobi Ghats Mumbai

Published on 2011-05-23 01:38:14

This is where a large amount of the Mumbai population come to do there laundry everyday. We sat and watched the locals beating there clothes against the concrete tubes and hanging their brightly coloured clothes along the lines. > read more

Kaboodle Video: HUGE Tractor Millimede

Published on 2011-05-22 13:00:08

We were walking around Sandakan observing the Australia War Memorials when we came across this little or should we say HUGE critter. We have never seen anything like it and we were amazed at how fast it was able to … Continue reading → > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Baby Indian Elephant

Published on 2011-05-22 01:37:47

We watched the locals washing there clothes and bathing in the Tungabhadra River in Hampi, India. While we were people watching that morning, a gentlemen came down with his elephant to give him a good wash and scrub. The baby elephant … Contin > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Virupaksha Temple

Published on 2011-05-21 01:37:08

This nine-tiered Temple, stands at 50 meters and is the tallest of all the temples in Hampi. It is centrally located in this small town and on arrival you are greeted by an elephant in the courtyard, which you may … Continue reading → > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Palolem Beach Sunset

Published on 2011-05-20 01:37:32

We wouldn’t want to be anywhere else. Walking along the beach at Palaloem, Goa. Purely Magical! > read more

Thali Time In India

Published on 2011-05-19 08:35:28

India is place of olfactory overload. When you walk down the street you will be engulfed by different smells. Most of the time the scents are wafting out of small kitchens or steaming up from road side carts and tasting … Continue reading ͛ > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Lord Ganesh Statues

Published on 2011-05-19 01:37:28

Each year for the Ganesh Festival in India, master crafters create Ganesh statues for the week long festival all over the country. Each statue is unique and intricately designed, painted with bright colours, glitter and gem stones. > read more

Podcasts & Travel | Interview With Chris

Published on 2011-05-18 09:35:47

This we have a featured interview with Chris Christensen from Amateur Traveler. By day he is the Director of Engineering for TripAdvisor.com/Flights. By night he is the host of the Amateur Traveler which is an online travel show that focuses prima > read more

Daily Travel Photo | “Bullet” By The Sea

Published on 2011-05-18 01:37:10

“Bullet” our motorbike rode us all over Vietnam over 2 1/2 months. A lot of the time Bullet had to wait for us while we were down the beach. This shot was taken In Dong Hoi, Vietnam. > read more

I’m Not A Backpacker

Published on 2011-05-17 08:30:15

I have been thinking lately about what sort of traveller I am and have been really confused about the whole situation. Maybe that’s my problem, I’ve been thinking about it too much. I’ve come to the conclusion that it is … Continue re > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Hand In Hand Project

Published on 2011-05-17 01:37:53

This is the rear view of Hand In Hand Project in Kep, Cambodia. In the foreground is the agriculture area where the children are also taught techniques in farming. Hand In Hand is a 6 year project that is helping … Continue reading → > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Little Palolem Beach Goa

Published on 2011-05-16 01:37:05

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Kaboodle Photo: Want Some Fanny Ice Cream?

Published on 2011-05-15 13:00:24

Now, you might think this is a little immature, but I just had to get a photo of this ice cream shop in Vietnam! Oh, and by the way, in Australia fanny doesn’t mean your bum. It’s well…you know….a girls…you … Conti > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Fishing In Goa

Published on 2011-05-15 01:09:55

Tons and Tons of fish are pulled from the ocean at Palolem Beach Goa. The fishermen spend all day out at see and then all afternoon detangling the nets and sorting the fish. They are then transported to the local … Continue reading → > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Lotus Mahal

Published on 2011-05-14 01:12:16

This ruin is shaped like a lotus flower from top, this two-story structure has beautiful arc ways set in geometric regularity. It was an air-cooled summer palace of the queen, just near the bathing pool. It is located in Hampi, … Continue readi > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Dray Sap Highlands

Published on 2011-05-13 01:11:15

We snapped this photograph on the way to the Dray Sap waterfalls in Vietnam. Nothing like mountain fresh air and the countryside lining the road all the way to the waterfalls. > read more

Essential First Aid Kit Items

Published on 2011-05-12 08:30:54

When we originally set out on our around the world trip we packed a first aid kit with many things I thought would be a necessity to carry. Boy was I wrong! We had so many things that were of … Continue reading → > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Hanging Gardens Mumbai

Published on 2011-05-12 01:10:14

it was an over cast day by we still enjoyed walking around this park in Mumabi, India called the Hanging Gardens. > read more

It’s All About Memories | Interview With Caz

Published on 2011-05-11 09:35:27

This week we have interviewed Caz from yTravelBlog. Caz and her husband Craig founded y travel blog to share their stories and tips from 14 years of living and travelling around the world. They believe life is all about the memories … Continue > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Phonsavan Sunset

Published on 2011-05-11 01:10:09

We traveled to the inland town of Phonsavan in Laos, which is the location of the mysterious plain of jars site. We were walking down the street after dinner and the sky was a deep pink for as long as … Continue reading → > read more

America: Upsized, Super Scaled & OTT!

Published on 2011-05-10 08:30:30

We had just spent the better part of a year in South East Asia, travelling through India and then time in Nepal before spending Christmas and New Years Eve in the Big Apple. So, after being in transit for over … Continue reading → > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Lying Buddha

Published on 2011-05-10 01:10:07

We climbed to the top of Mount Phusi in Luang Prabang, Laos. On the way back down we saw a number of Budhha Statues along the winding path back into town. > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Baby Joey

Published on 2011-05-09 01:09:49

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Bango In Nepal

Published on 2011-05-08 13:00:05

It was the second last day of our trek. our muscles were sore, our feet were aching and we were tired. So when our guide told us about some natural hot springs, we all jumped at the chance to rest … Continue reading → > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Binh Chao Mud Bath

Published on 2011-05-08 01:09:35

This is the best feeling! Being covered from head to toe in thick brown mud. After applying the mud to your body, you wait outside your hut for it to dry in the sun. Then you take a bath in … Continue reading → > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Vietnam Countryside

Published on 2011-05-07 01:09:24

This photograph was taken after we drank some ice cold green tea. It was so refreshing to stop at tea houses with such an magnificent view along the Ho Chi Minh Trail in Vietnam. > read more

Kathmandu In Pictures

Published on 2011-05-06 08:35:49

Thamel in Kathmandu is a maze of tiny streets with hundreds of shop packed in next to one another, their goods spilling out onto the street. But it is here in this travellers epicentre, where you can find all that … Continue reading → > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Yellow Entrance

Published on 2011-05-06 01:32:46

Everywhere we looked there was another spectacular photograph to be taken in the Forbidden City in Hue, Vietnam. > read more

Saigon Nightlife

Published on 2011-05-05 08:35:22

Sometimes when travelling all you feel like doing is grabbing a beer, eating a pizza and enjoying the company of other travellers. Well, Saigon provides you with the perfect opportunity to do this. Renamed Ho Chi Minh City in 1975 … Continue re > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Landslides Vietnam

Published on 2011-05-05 01:44:56

On many occasions we had to ride over landslides that covered the entire road. Lucky we weren’t under this one! This photo was taken along the Ho Chi Minh Trail down to HCMC. > read more

Global Trekking | Interview With Norbert

Published on 2011-05-04 09:35:36

This week we have interviewed Norbet Figueroa from Globotreks. He is an architect who is always looking for new experiences and inspiration to build his world through travel. Follow Norbert as he explores the adventure of becoming location indepen > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Hoan Kiem Lake

Published on 2011-05-04 01:32:35

We were visiting Hanoi during the monsoon season and it has been raining for about 5 days straight. We the rain finally stopped, we went for a walk around the Hoan Kiem Lake and a rainbow appeared from nowhere. We took this … Continue reading > read more

Helpless On The Road

Published on 2011-05-03 08:35:43

As you travel you are constantly faced with circumstances that will challenge and change who you are and the way you deal with situations. Whether they are positive or negative, either way you’ll adapt, change and reflect. On a night … Contin > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Rice Fields Vietnam

Published on 2011-05-03 01:32:31

Rice fields are dotted along the roads all over Vietnam. Many times we were surrounded on either side with fields of green. This photo was taken just outside of Cua Lo. > read more

Travel Show: Finding Surf In Vietnam

Published on 2011-05-02 08:30:00

Here is the next video we made from our travels all throughout Vietnam. I was in search of waves the entire time we were in the country. Take a look and enjoy! www.youtube.com/watch?v=J0YWogFj1X4 Wanting To Surf For the whole time … Continue > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Auto Rickshaw In Goa

Published on 2011-05-02 01:32:07

We snapped this photo walking back to our guesthouse after a day of sight seeing all the churches in old Goa, India. > read more

Kaboodle Video: The Most Unusual Golf Course

Published on 2011-05-01 13:00:55

We were waiting for our flight from Xam Neua in Laos, when we realised that there were many men walking down to the airport runway with golf clubs. We wandered down to see where they were going, and to our … Continue reading → > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Tree Siluette In Luang Prabang

Published on 2011-05-01 01:31:54

Walking around Luang Prabang in Laos there are a million photo opportunities. We couldn’t help but snap this shot as the sun was setting behind the trees. > read more

Daily Travel Photo | We found Nemo!

Published on 2011-04-30 01:31:51

We went diving off Sipadan Island in Borneo and we found Nemo! Clown fish are so inquisitive, we spent a few minutes just playing with these two. This is one of our favourite fish. > read more

Video Diaries: Catching The Bus To Pondicherry

Published on 2011-04-29 10:00:33

Leaving Fort Cohin, we headed to Pondicherry as we wanted to visit Auroville and learn more about its unique philosophy. As per usual, we always decide at the last minute when we are going to leave a place so at … Continue reading → > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Butterfly In Borneo

Published on 2011-04-29 01:31:35

There are number of walks you can do in Sepilok, Sabah, Borneo. On one of the many walks we went on we snapped this beautiful butterfly before if flew off into the jungle canopy above. > read more

Things To Do On Khao San Road

Published on 2011-04-28 08:35:48

What are the first few words you think of when you hear Bangkok? Is it, ‘Ping Pong Show’ (Sorry, it had to be said!), or maybe it’s ‘Tuk Tuk’? Whatever you think of, there is one phrase that every traveller … Continue reading → > read more

Daily Travel Photo | The Sydney Harbour Bridge

Published on 2011-04-28 01:31:41

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Wayward In Italy | Interview With Annie

Published on 2011-04-27 09:35:13

This week our featured interview is with Annie Bettis from Wayward Traveller. Annie is currently living in Italy, working as a tour guide around Europe for study abroad students. When she’s not traveling for work she’s traveling for fun or … > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Ganesh Festival Artist

Published on 2011-04-27 01:31:16

We were wandering around the streets just before the Ganesh Festival in Mumbai, India when we were asked to come in to a local shop to observe the local Indian Artists at work. This is Elise’s favourite Ganesh statue, what … Continue read > read more

The Ruins Of Hampi

Published on 2011-04-26 08:35:05

Travelling to Hampi in the state of Karnataka is a must, if you have the time when exploring India. Not only are the ruins themselves fascinating but the surrounding landscape is something right out of a magic desert tale. The … Continue readin > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Monks of Luang Prabang

Published on 2011-04-26 01:31:13

We woke up very early one morning Luang Prabang Laos to watch the daily routines of the local monks. We took this photograph of the hundred or so monks walking through the streets collecting their morning offerings. > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Chowpatty Beach Mumbai

Published on 2011-04-25 01:31:06

This is the view from Kamala Nehru Park down to Chowpatty Beach in Mumbai. This is a great place to do some people watching. > read more

Bango In Thailand

Published on 2011-04-24 13:00:38

I couldn’t visit Bangkok without getting a photo of me at Khao San Road. This photo was taken during the day when Khao San is a lot quieter, but I did venture out at night and have a great time … Continue reading → > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Mekong River Sunset

Published on 2011-04-24 01:31:04

One afternoon in Luang Prabang in Laos we grabbed a couple of beers and walked all the way down to the foreshore of the Mekong River to watch daily life pass us by. We stayed there till sunset and built … Continue reading → > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Rusted Chain

Published on 2011-04-23 01:31:46

We took this photo whilst we were down on the South Coast of Sydney. This photo was taken at Kiama Harbour. > read more

Video Diaries: Tailors In India

Published on 2011-04-22 10:00:13

I went for a day out to get some clothing tailor made while we were in Fort Cochin. It was so cheap and I was able to get two of my Salwar Kameez dresses taken in (these are so comfortable!) … Continue reading → > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Bull Cart Head Dress

Published on 2011-04-22 01:30:52

This is a photograph of a Bull Cart’s Head dress in Kerala, India. > read more

Is It Safe To Ride A Motorbike In Vietnam?

Published on 2011-04-21 08:35:26

Of the two months we spent in Vietnam a good portion of that was riding everyday on our trusty Suzuki ‘Bullet’. We bought her in Hanoi and road 3500km to Saigon (much to the horror of our parents!). We took … Continue reading → > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Old Goa Church

Published on 2011-04-21 01:30:45

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The Authority In Travel | Interview With Jeanine

Published on 2011-04-20 09:35:57

This week we are featuring an interview with Jeanine Barone from J the Travel Authoriy. Jeanine travels the globe seeking out hidden treasures, aka under-the-radar venues. Her articles on destinations, food, wine, architecture and design appear in > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Faces Of Bayon

Published on 2011-04-20 01:30:29

In the heart of Angkor Thom Cambodia lies the beautiful Bayon temple. It was built a century after Angkor Wat. The more than 200 large faces carved on the 54 towers are believed to depict the god Loki, or Avalokitesvara. … Continue reading U > read more

I’d Love Some Weasel In My Coffee

Published on 2011-04-19 08:35:30

Okay so the heading may be a little misleading, but considering Vietnam is a country that sips snakes blood and enjoys the occasional dish of dog, I’m not that far off the mark with weasel coffee. Coffee is somewhat of … Continue reading U > read more

Daily Travel Photo | No Money No Honey

Published on 2011-04-19 01:30:27

These are the thongs (flip flops) of a Cambodian teenager attending the school we volunteered at during our stay in Kep, Cambodia. > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Guardians Of Angkor

Published on 2011-04-18 01:45:19

These are the Guardians to The Royal Square in Angkor, Cambodia. These statues are holding a multi-headed serpent which symbolises Vasuki from Hindu mythology. The serpents are ready to spit poison at the enemy out of each of their seven … Cont > read more

Kaboodle Photo: Are You Strongly In Bed?

Published on 2011-04-17 13:00:18

This was the back of a menu we saw in Hue Vietnam. They really wanted to instill a party atmosphere into everyone at the bar. ‘Happy in Works’, ‘Lucky in Games’ and my personal favourite…’Strongly in Bed’. > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Elephant Stable Hampi

Published on 2011-04-17 01:07:00

These ruins are known as the Elephant Stables. These were used only to park the royal elephants. There are 11 chamber which are all interconnected. We had a great time walking around the grounds. > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Red Sand Dunes

Published on 2011-04-16 01:45:06

We watched the sun setting behind the Red Sand Dunes in Mui Ne, Vietnam. > read more

Video Diaries: Chinese Fishing Nets

Published on 2011-04-15 10:00:48

Continuing our walking tours around Fort Cochin, we went to visit probably one of the most popular tourist attractions on the island. These nets were introduced by the Chinese in the 14 century and require a number of fishermen to … Continue re > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Bougainvilleas In Hoi An

Published on 2011-04-15 01:45:03

These Bougainvilleas line the streets of Hoi Ann everywhere. Elise fell in love with this UNESCO town. It really is a beautiful place to relax and wander the streets. Oh, if you like shopping girls, this is the place for … Continue reading U > read more

The Kindness Of Vietnam

Published on 2011-04-14 08:35:41

Having travelled extensively throughout Vietnam, I would like to celebrate the kindness of the people that we have met along the way. Our motorbike journey from North to South took us through many small villages and towns that many would … Cont > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Volunteering

Published on 2011-04-13 11:44:52

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Hiking Made Easy |Interview With Mike

Published on 2011-04-13 09:35:46

This week we are featuring an interview with Michael Schuermann from Easy Hiker. Ever since his family started hiking on their holidays, they have been trying to persuade all of their friends to take up hiking themselves. Michael has lived as > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Kudle Beach Fisherman

Published on 2011-04-12 11:44:36

Silhouette of a local fisherman on the rocks of Kudle Beach in Gokarna, India. We watched some of the most incredible sunsets from a small cafe on the beach. What memories! > read more

Tips For Women Travelling To India

Published on 2011-04-12 08:35:45

India is a country full of culture, history, amazing landscapes and of course lots and lots of people! With a fast growing population you’ll understand just how chaotic this country can be, but nonetheless still a place many go out … Continue > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Catholic Crucifix In Goa

Published on 2011-04-11 11:44:17

I just love the houses spread across Panjim, Goa, India. There is a rich Portuguese influence and many of the local residents are Catholic. I just love the colourful entrances to some of these houses, just like this one below. > read more

Bango At Poon Hill

Published on 2011-04-10 13:00:35

Waking up at 4.30am didn’t sound that exciting to me to be honest. We had to trek in the dark to the very top of Poon Hill. It was so, so cold at the top of the hill and as … Continue reading → > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Xam Nuea Laos

Published on 2011-04-10 11:44:12

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Daily Travel Photo | Overgrown Headland Goa

Published on 2011-04-09 11:07:34

We wandered around Cabo Da Rama Fort which is located 20km North of Palaloem in Goa, India. It was like being in the Labyrinth! > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Sculptures By The Sea Bondi

Published on 2011-04-08 11:07:27

We wandered around Sculptures By the Sea at Bondi Beach Australia. This was one of our faourites! > read more

Video Diaries: Baby Goats Playing

Published on 2011-04-08 10:00:45

One day in Fort Cochin, we decided to do a walking tour and wander around looking at the various historical elements of the town. While Ant was off looking at the Basilica, I ended up being more interested in the … Continue reading → > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Mangosteen

Published on 2011-04-07 11:12:46

We went to a tropical fruit farm in Cape Tribulation and tried all types of unusual fruits we had never seen before. Mangosteens are by far my new favourite tropical fruit! > read more

Finding Accommodation In Mumbai!

Published on 2011-04-07 08:35:32

We had finally booked our tickets to Mumbai from Bangkok and after only a few hours on the plane we were excited to finally be in India! Flying over Mumbai was a great way to see the city. The juxtaposition … Continue reading → > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Jetty At Forster Tuncurry

Published on 2011-04-06 11:07:13

This shot was taken from a small boat jetty in Forster looking at Tuncurry. Forster Tuncurry is located on the mid-north coast of Australia > read more

Solo Female Travel | Interview With Ayngelina

Published on 2011-04-06 09:35:17

This week we are featuring an interview with Ayngelina from Bacon is Magic. In her 30s, she left a great job, boyfriend, apartment and friends to find inspiration in Latin America. She often writes about who she meets and what she … Continue > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Mossy Entrance

Published on 2011-04-05 11:07:05

I love this photograph! It was taken while we were wandering the streets of Panjim in Goa, India. Nice bright colours! > read more

I Just Want A Pizza!

Published on 2011-04-05 08:35:32

If you’ve been on the road for a while, there comes a time when the sight of another plate of rice is just about enough to never touch the stuff again, or when one more taco really will turn you … Continue reading → > read more

Daily Travel Moment | Local Indians Gardening

Published on 2011-04-04 11:07:26

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Kaboodle Photo: A Strange Tale

Published on 2011-04-03 13:00:46

A t-shirt in Malaysia caught my attention. It really perplexes me. When I read it, it sounds like tips on what staff should do at a retirement village. Here is the script on the shirt: “On a cautionary note, it … Continue reading → > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Vietnamese Tiler

Published on 2011-04-03 11:06:46

We captured this photograph of a Vietnamese roof tiler in Hoi Ann, hanging off the edge of the roof with no harness for safety. The tiles were extremely loose and his job was dangerous. One slip and he would of … Continue reading → > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Stone Chariot Hampi

Published on 2011-04-02 11:06:21

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Guest Author | Something Everybody Shares

Published on 2011-04-02 10:00:26

Have you ever thought about how everyone you know will die? Upon reflection, this was one of many things that lead me to India. My travels took me along the path of the Ganges, a sacred river running through the city … Continue reading → > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Shellharbour Jetty

Published on 2011-04-01 10:28:13

We took this photograph whilst visiting my sister down in Kiama. It is of the beautiful lake at Shellharbour. Many people enjoy water skiing along this lake on the weekends. > read more

Radio Ep. 2 | Deciding How & Where To Travel

Published on 2011-04-01 10:10:33

The second episode of Positive World Travel Radio is ready for your ears! In this episode we cover everything from motorbikes to squat toilets to strange mysterious creatures! Quite an ecclectic mix! Discussion Topic This week our discussion tops was > read more

Friday Food Photo | Local Fruit Cart Goa

Published on 2011-03-31 10:31:00

We visited this man selling local produce almost every morning for breakfast. He sold the most delicious pomegranates! > read more

Indian Beaches During Monsoon Season

Published on 2011-03-31 08:35:08

Anthony and I planned that when we got to India we would go down South, seeing as we had been to the the North last time we were in the country. We knew at the time we were there (September … Continue reading → > read more

Indian Beaches During Monsoon Season

Published on 2011-03-31 08:35:08

Daily Travel Photo | Kayaking Around Koh Rok

Published on 2011-03-30 10:29:10

We went kayaking around Koh Rok in Thailand. We stopped for a bit of a rest and lazed on the beach for a couple of hours. Paradise! > read more

Finding Inspiration | Interview With John & Andrea

Published on 2011-03-30 09:35:23

This week we are featuring an interview with John and Andrea Spirov from Inspiring Travellers. They are a couple who have each been travelling for the past decade and together for the last six years. They’ve been living and working in Melbour > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Sea Turtle In Borneo

Published on 2011-03-18 10:27:17

We went diving off Mabul Island in Borneo and saw so many large sea turtles. Prior to this dive we had never seen a turtle in the ocean. What an incredible experience! > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Local Indian Woman

Published on 2011-03-17 10:27:05

This lovely lady was so persistant that we had to buy a bracelet off her for Elise. She had such a warm demeanor about her, that we ended up paying a little more for the items we bought to help her out … Continue reading → > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Hindu Art

Published on 2011-03-16 18:43:36

We took this photograph in one of the many temples we visited in Mumbai, India. > read more

We’re Back!

Published on 2011-03-16 16:01:33

It’s The Moment You’ve All Been Waiting For… Positive World Travel is back! We have relaunched our website and we are bigger and better then ever! Our site is packed with tons of cool new features as well as useful … Continue > read more

Radio Ep. 1 | The Pilot Show

Published on 2011-03-15 17:55:29

Welcome To Our New Feature We are very excited to be starting something new on this site and hope this will be another platform that we will be able to inspire, excite and help people believe that travel is possible! … Continue reading → > read more

Songkran Festival

Published on 2011-03-15 16:50:01

Thai’s celebrate their new year with a 3 day celebration in the style of a water festival known as Songkran. This year Anthony and I were lucky enough to in Bangkok for it. When I was younger I had been … Continue reading → > read more

Aussie Backpackers & Vegemite

Published on 2011-03-15 16:34:18

Hi my name’s Elise and I’m addicted to Vegemite. I know what you’re thinking. How can anyone be so addicted to that thick, black tar looking stuff? Who you ask? Well me and every single Aussie backpacker I have met so far! … > read more

What’s The First Thing You Think Of…

Published on 2011-03-15 16:20:30

Ok, I promise we don’t have dirty minds. Really. But what is the first thing you think of when you see this rock formation?!? We saw this while we were visiting the ‘Amazing Cave’ up at Ha Long Bay in … Continue reading → > read more

The Impact of the Backpacker

Published on 2011-03-15 16:11:36

When you set out on your first big trip or even on an overseas adventure for one month, you being to think about all the new experiencs that you are going to indulge yourself in on your journey. However the … Continue reading → > read more

Travel Tips For Asia

Published on 2011-03-15 16:10:20

South East Asia (SEA) is exotic and beautiful. It may the tropical beaches that are your calling or the dense undiscovered rainforest. Whatever the draw card was that made you want to visit this region there are a few things … Continue reading > read more

Meet Bango!

Published on 2011-03-15 16:05:26

Who Is Bango? Bango is Positive World Travel’s mascot. We first met Bango when he smuggled his way into our backpacks at the start of our travels and has been with us ever since. He is a quirky and curious … Continue reading → > read more

VOTE FOR US! | 3rd Annual Trippy Awards!

Published on 2011-02-24 13:05:08

We are very excited to be nominated in the Third Annual Trippy Awards held by TripFilms! Tripfilms is a website dedicated to collating great travel videos made by people all over the world. As you know, we love to make travel videos to show others > read more

Cricket But No Surf At Kudlee Beach

Published on 2011-02-05 14:57:31

Kudlee was the sort of place you can end up staying for weeks-and we almost did. It was so quiet, we had a great room on the beach overlooking the water (don’t you just love off season prices and bargaining!) as well as a cafe that served the m > read more

Walking to Kudlee Beach

Published on 2011-02-05 12:57:05

Moving on to more beaches, we head to Om beach and then our favourite Kudlee Beach. Because it was low season, the beach was deserted and we were literally sharing it with maybe 4 other travellers. You can’t argue with that! Ant talks laund > read more

Getting Rid Of A Hangover

Published on 2011-02-04 12:41:16

After celebrating with the locals of Palaloem the Ganesh Festival, Anthony decides to go for a walk to try and get rid of his hangover. He spots some cows along the way too! www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hfag1mMPwok See all our Video Diaries or check out > read more

#The War Memorial In Sandakan

Published on 2011-02-03 13:36:52

We paid our respects to victims of the 2nd World War at the War Memorial in Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia. We learnt of the plight that these men and women went through when serving in the War. Watch the online video below to fin our more. www.youtube.co > read more

Leaving Sydney

Published on 2011-02-03 12:41:05

We made the decision to pack all our things and sell all the items we had accumulated over the years in a Garage Sale. It was a breath of fresh air, to rid ourselves of our material possessions and prepare to travel around the world. The anticipa > read more

Anthony Catching Fish

Published on 2011-02-03 12:34:19

Another day at the beach in Palaloem and Ant ends up playing with some kids along the beach. They keep trying to catch small fish and Ant is really determined! www.youtube.com/watch?v=kORaCeS16d8 See all our Video Diaries or check out our latest ep > read more

Cabo de Rama Fort

Published on 2011-02-02 12:28:17

We hire a Royal Enfield for the day in Palaloem and ride through some lush countryside and head to Cabo de rama fort,where Elise is reminded of the movie The Labyrinth! www.youtube.com/watch?v=PZ3FwSWKwps See all our Video Diaries or check out ou > read more

Beach Lifestyle in Goa

Published on 2011-02-01 12:20:52

It rains a lot while we are at the beach town of Palaloem, Goa. We make the most of our time there. Wandering down to the beach at dusk is often a time where locals are bringing in their daily catch, walking along the beach or kids playing soccer. Li > read more

Train Travel in India

Published on 2011-01-31 12:15:08

Train travel in India can be quite something to witness and also to be a part of. It is however, a great way to see the country. We take sleeper trains as well as local ones throughout the South of the country. www.youtube.com/watch?v=1JrAELgD_ao See > read more

Where Have We Been?

Published on 2011-01-30 15:36:49

No, this isn’t a post about countries we have visited, places we have seen and things we have done recently on our travels. Instead it is a short summary of why we have ‘logged off’ the world of the internet for the last few months. At fi > read more

Where Have We Been?

Published on 2011-01-30 15:36:49

Protected: Promotional Films

Published on 2011-01-30 12:44:17

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Protected: Promotional Films

Published on 2011-01-30 12:44:17

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Getting Ripped Off?

Published on 2011-01-29 16:00:14

Throughout our travels Elise and I are always bumping into backpackers that tell us stories of always being ripped off by the locals either at markets or when paying for food. I get annoyed at why westerners make such a big deal that they got ripped > read more

Test

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Video Along The Ho Chi Minh Trail

Published on 2010-10-15 21:17:44

Our time in Vietnam was amazing and as we neared the half way point of our journey we rode sections of the Ho Chi Minh Trail. It was mainly used as a trade route from North to South Vietnam but is predominately located in North Cambodia and Laos. Th > read more

Friday Food Photo | Vietnamese Spring Rolls

Published on 2010-09-23 18:05:36

Throughout Vietnam they serve make fresh spring rolls filled with delicious crisp ingredients. This photo shows prawn Vietnamese spring rolls unaccompanied by a Vietnamese salad which is very strong on the fish sauce dressing. For more Food Pho > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Fishing Boats in Dong Hoi

Published on 2010-09-19 18:05:12

Dong Hoi is located at 500 km south of Hà N?i, and 260 km north of ?à N?ng. This city is situated in the heart of Quang Binh Province in Vietnam, a small little fishing village which reminds me of a family holidaying destination back in Austral > read more

Friday Food Photo | Chicken Cashew Nut

Published on 2010-09-16 22:15:26

Todays Friday Food Photo is Chicken and Cashew Nut. You can’t bet the fresh crisp thai ingredients that make this dish so morish. Although not an adventurous dish it is one that we will always order and love. For more food photos & videos v > read more

Hoi An: Tailored to the Tourist

Published on 2010-09-16 08:22:40

The town of Hoi An was once a trading port more than four centuries ago and today is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The atmospheric Old Town with its ornate construction and bright flowers spilling over verandas is the modern day image of Hoi An. More > read more

Web Design for Websites

Published on 2010-09-14 21:31:49

We have now been on the road for 8 months and seen so many wonderful places and people. Throughout our journey we have been documenting and uploading all our experiences to Positive World Travel. We are constantly thinking of ways how our website can > read more

Daily Travel Photo | Streets of Hoi An

Published on 2010-09-12 21:07:03

Beautiful flowers overhanging the streets of Hoi An Vietnam. The town is extremely majestic and and holds historical rectics which has it world heritage listed. We spent a beautiful 5 days in Hoi An, spending our time at the nearby beaching and then > read more