Perth, Australia, is the largest city in the state of Western Australia. It is the fourth most populous city in Australia. Naturally, there is plenty of city life; however, Perth also offers an impressive array of outdoor attractions:
The Swan River - The Swan River, named after the native black swans, runs right through Perth. I once heard, "a city with a river is a winged city." I truly believe in this statement. A river gives a city a number of powerful benefits. A clean, warm, slow-moving river is ideal for family activities in the water. Perth has a paved
Urban Beaches around the World
by Angela Yorke May 13th, 2011 | Australia, Beach Travel, Canada, Europe, France, Outdoors, Summer Vacation
Going to the beach has always meant a lengthy travel period to me. Is there anyone who doesn’t remember the stultifying hours spent in the back of a car, watching the scenery fly by, and growing more impatient by the minute? Fast forward about 20 years and even as the world grows smaller, it still takes approximately 3 hours to get to the nearest beach here.
If you had 3 hours to kill and didn’t have to sit in a car (or bus, train, or cab), you could:
1. Watch 2 movies
2. Read a book or two
3. Complete a marathon; or a half-marathon
4. Bake an
If you had 3 hours to kill and didn’t have to sit in a car (or bus, train, or cab), you could:
1. Watch 2 movies
2. Read a book or two
3. Complete a marathon; or a half-marathon
4. Bake an
Sydney Shopping
by Anna P. July 6th, 2010 | Australia, Shopping
Sydney is the most cosmopolitan city in Australia, so it only makes since that they offer some of the best shopping in the world. From renowned department stores (such as David Jones) to trendy shopping arcades to eclectic markets, you'll find plenty of places worth browsing and shopping. Read below for some of the best of Sydney shopping.
Surry Hills is a chic bohemian neighborhood with cutting edge boutiques, top-notch salons, trendy homewares, and so much more. Â Start your day with a delicious coffee from Koko Espresso Bar and spend the rest of your day perusing hip shops like The
Surry Hills is a chic bohemian neighborhood with cutting edge boutiques, top-notch salons, trendy homewares, and so much more. Â Start your day with a delicious coffee from Koko Espresso Bar and spend the rest of your day perusing hip shops like The
Studying Abroad
by Jenn McD. April 30th, 2010 | Asia, Australia, Europe
One of the aspects of college life that my school (Loyola University Maryland) prides itself on is our nationally ranked study abroad program. The program is ranked 16th in the nation, and juniors have the option to study through a Loyola Program, a Loyola Exchange Program, or a non-Loyola exchange program. Over 50% of juniors go abroad during the spring and fall semesters and usually go through a Loyola program, since it is the easiest way to go. I decided to spotlight some of the places that my friends have been exploring this past year since they will all be
A Few Trip Tips
by Louise November 3rd, 2009 | Africa, Asia, Australia, South America
So, we all like to travel, but sometimes we can forget some simple tips that can keep us out of trouble. Here are a few travel tips:
- Be wary about the hand gestures you make. If you are in a foreign country, simple hand gestures, such as a thumbs-up or an "a-OK" sign, may have different meanings. It may be something rude or offensive somewhere else.A It is also always good to be careful about what you are using your finger to point at.
Keep more than one form of money. A traveler never wants to be caught somewhere without enough