If you’re like me and have been fortunate enough to experience the ancient wonder that is Egypt, you will delight in this post as much as I did writing it. Abu Simbel is a historically significant temple that has a long and involved history. So, jump aboard with me and find out some fun facts …

If the name and place Český Krumlov is entirely new to you, then I am excited beyond belief right now! As a matter of fact, considering its majesty and historical value, Český Krumlov is a relatively small town. In fact, it’s a tiny town. By the same token, for people that say you only need …

Whenever you grew up, whether it be the 1970’s, 1980’s, 90’s or naughties, no doubt, you were aware of a program called Sesame Street. It’s been a staple in early childhood education for 50 years, which is no meant feat. In a way, the city of Atlanta’s Center for Puppetry Arts feels like the perfect …

Where is Bath? Have you been to Bath? Can anyone guess why it’s called Bath? Ten points if you get it right! And we’re not talking about the one next to your toilet either. It’s in England, and it’s something of a historical marvel, in case you didn’t know! Bath is a town of historical …

Although it’s been more than a minute since I flew somewhere, anywhere, whether for work or leisure, I always follow this little pre-flight routine. Packing my carry on luggage essentials. There is an ever-changing, growing, evolving list of items that I must have with me at all times on my flight. Whether it’s a long …

There is something refreshing and altogether familiar about visiting a tiny town such as Montezuma. It is such a stark contrast from an urban or main city vacation. You know, those holidays that you end up needing a holiday from when you return home? (for me that may well be my travels through Egypt, but …

An authentic coastal backdrop can go a long way to set the tone for good quality cult movies. This year I have watched a great deal more movies at home than usual, and I’m a movie lover! That adds up to a lot of movies. What I have come to realise is just how prevalent …

Part 1 – A Weekend Trip to Kaikoura Warning, warning!!!! This will no doubt be the first of many travel posts about my many and varied forays in New Zealand. Over the last 20 years, I have been incredibly fortunate to work on 5 different feature films in the country. Which adds up to quite …

Heron Island is a Coral Cay situated at the southern end of the Great Barrier Reef. I have been fortunate enough to have experienced Heron Island twice among a number of Great Barrier Reef visits over the years. And I will return! For my first visit, I went on my own. It was 2002 and …