We kicked off Christmas Day by opening gifts at a friend’s house then wandering down to Bondi beach. We then took a cab and hung out in Coogee beach where it felt more like raving Spring Break party with Santa hats on.
Tag: Australia
The road less travelled
It’s winter in Beijing and I’m at a crowded bar with loud music. As I take my jacket off, I ask my friends if they want a drink. They nod. I push my way to the front of the bar, squeezing through the crowd and lean my elbows on the counter.
11 Tips for the Working Holiday Visa in Australia
I remember a few years ago, sitting in the auditorium of one of my Travel and Tourism classes in College, while a young guy with a puka shell necklace, spiky hair and enthusiastic hand movements, raved to us about joining a program called SWAP in Australia.
Gratitude for days like this
Despite the fact that this time of year is always going to be hard for me, today was a perfect day.
Goodbye Beijing, I’m moving to Australia
But under all this fear, anxiety and uncertainty – there is a spark of excitement.