the united states
Consumerism, huge cities, rugged landscape and amazing National Parks are all alive and well here in the USA. I love exploring the differences across this broad country and seeing a little more each time I visit.
USA
A nation full of surprises with an insane amount of variation depending on the region. I’ve been back four times now and haven’t even scratched the surface of just how amazing this country is.
The cities are huge, bustling and never seem to truly go to sleep. The nature and terrain is remarkably beautiful – even the deserts here are pretty stunning. There are countless wine regions across the country, an incredible number of national parks and beautiful mountainous areas that in winter are capped with snow.
Visited: California, Nevada, Arizona, Florida, Louisiana, Illinois, New York, Pennsylvania, District of Columbia.
The Ultimate Guide to Visiting the US Capitol Building
Why Visit the US Capitol Building? This is where EVERYTHING happens. Lawmakers from all over the USA meet here to debate and decide the future of this country; a superpower of the world. From Australia, we watch Congress on TV and visiting the US Capitol Building is...
Three Fun-Filled Days In Chicago
Spending 3 days in Chicago was one of the best times of my travelling life. The Illinois capital city is full of amazing surprises in the form of gorgeous architecture, galleries, museums, jazz bars and amazing food. I visited in February, so it was super cold, but...
Twenty Things To Do In Washington DC
There are so many things to do in Washington DC, that if you only have a limited time it can be hard to fit everything in! I've compiled a guide to my favourite twenty things to do in the US capital, so you don't get overwhelmed and can plan your visit. Disclosure: ...
Visiting the Eastern State Penitentiary, Philadelphia
Why Visit the Eastern State Penitentiary? Even if your time in Philadelphia is short, a visit to the creepy and fascinating Eastern State Penitentiary is worthwhile. This crumbling prison was in operation from 1829 to 1971, so it has seen a lot of prisoners come and...
How To Spend Two Unforgettable Days In Philadelphia
Things To Do In Philadelphia Two days in Philadelphia is just enough for a little taste of just how cool this city is, but there's definitely more to see and enjoy on a longer trip. On a busy and jam packed trip around the USA, with just a couple of days to spend in...
Nine Photos To Make You Fall In Love With Miami
I've been looking back at my Miami photos for the last couple of weeks, wishing I was back on South Beach with the sand between my toes. My time in Miami this year was way too short. It was a place that I didn't choose to visit, but found myself there nonetheless and...
Coast to Coast: My Full USA Itinerary
The USA is a bloody huge country. With just under a month to see as much as possible, I decide to limit my exploration to a few key spots, so that I’m able to spend four or five days in each destination. Throughout those four-ish weeks, I ziplined across old Vegas,...
Halloween, Hangovers and Human Tragedy
I arrive in New York just in time for Halloween, on a dreary and wet afternoon off a flight from sunny and warm LA. The massive weather adjustment here is a bit of a shock to the system after three weeks in California sunshine. By the time I arrive at my hostel, it’s...
Four Days in New York City
New York is one of my favourite cities and one that I will keep returning to for as long as I'm travelling. A cultural melting pot, full of vibrancy and life, this city truly has something for everyone. The hustle and bustle of the place may be off putting,...
How I Fell In Love With Yosemite National Park
A day trip to Yosemite National Park is a far cry from the California beaches, but it is absolutely a must do for nature lovers. You’ll marvel at the giant Sequoias and delight at the incredible granite formations.
Discovering Napa Valley California
Visiting Napa Valley in October is a total bucket-list adventure ticked for me. When it comes to the USA and California, the thought of the Napa Valley has always quenched my thirst for a quintessential USA road trip. Imagine rolling hills with lush vineyards a-plenty...
Murals Of The San Francisco Mission District
I had never in my life heard of San Francisco’s Mission District. That is, until I signed up for a tour with the crew from Urban Adventures. Lucky I did, because this old Latin heart of San Francisco is filled with all the life, vibrancy and culture that makes the...
How To Spend Four Fabulous Days In San Francisco
Four days in San Francisco is definitely not enough. In fact, any amount of days in San Francisco is not enough. It's one of the few places in the world where I've truly felt that I could one day put down roots in. Maybe it's the magic of the Golden Gate Bridge that...
Street Art in Los Angeles
Street Art in Los Angeles is everywhere you look. Wandering down Hollywood Boulevard, it can be easy to be caught up in the celebrity stars on the Walk of Fame, the theatres that line the streets and the crazy entertainers in costume taking photos with over-eager...
Five Free Things To Do In LA
Free things to do in LA can be hard to find. LA can be an expensive place to be, but there are a lot of free little nuggets of gold that can be found and explored in the midst of this giant metropolis. Here’s my top tips for the best freebies in LA and why they should...
Sips of Old Hollywood with Urban Adventures
There’s glamour in the grit and hustle of Hollywood Boulevard in Los Angeles. The City of Angels has always been a city of dreams for wannabe stars, but the harsh reality is that for many of them it has also been a city of hardship and struggle. Whilst the old...
The Ultimate Guide To The Las Vegas Strip
The lights of Sin City are calling in this comprehensive Las Vegas Strip guide. One of the very best things to do in Vegas is to explore Nevada's most famous (or infamous) asset, a spectacle that rises out of the desert on approach from the air. The Las Vegas Strip...
Why Old Vegas Is Still The Vegas You Should Visit
As I cast my eyes over the unlikely crowd huddled around the Elvis impersonator wearing a wig worse that Donald Trump’s on the Fremont Street stage in Old Las Vegas, I see a mostly naked man in something skimpier than a man-kini bopping along. About five metres away...
