In Defence of ‘Newtongs’

Nanlouguxiang hutong is alive. The warmer than average temperature has brought young locals out of their homes and tonight they Continue reading →

Define: Yellow |ˈjɛləʊ|

Yellow is the currency of the Hoi An flower market. This market, held in late January, is an exciting predecessor Continue reading →

In Defence of Instant Coffee: Cà Phê Sữa Đá

What if I told you that the best coffee I have ever had was instant? Well, not entirely instant. It Continue reading →

Blackwattle Bay and the upside to 5:30am

I have always said that the best part of rowing is when you are not rowing. It’s those moments before Continue reading →

Finger Painting and Life Drawing at the Red Rattler

I was on a boozy rant about bicarbonate soda being a useful alternative to shampoo when Gen interrupted me with Continue reading →

Define: Flower Market |ˈflaʊə mɑːkɪt|

The coastal town of Hoi An lies in the belly of the sea horse shaped boarder of Vietnam. The Quang Nam province, Continue reading →

Define: Ningaloo Reef |nɪngɑlu riːf|

When you go on an eco-tour you always expect to see some wild things. Whether or not that expectation becomes Continue reading →

Define: Spider |ˈspʌɪdə|

Not as bad as you think. I’m the first to admit that I am not a huge fan of spiders. Continue reading →