Vanuatu: The Last Hurrah Before the Long Haul

Our final stop on this leg of the journey was Port Vila, Vanuatu. Like its siblings, it’s a stunning little tropical gem. We’ve reached the point in the trip where we’ve officially retired from organized tours; from here on out, we’re going rogue. Armed with my GPSMyCity app, we’re sticking to self-guided walks. It’s much … More Vanuatu: The Last Hurrah Before the Long Haul

Family Traditions on Mystery Island: A Travel Tale

Our first official stop brought us to Mystery Island, Vanuatu. This place is essentially a postcard that came to life—it’s tiny, stunning, and has just enough shade to make you forget you’re sharing the ocean with 1,000 children. Before we got to the beach, we had to fulfill a family tradition. Back in 2017, we … More Family Traditions on Mystery Island: A Travel Tale

Easter in Brisbane – Sunny Skies, People-Watching and More Rest

Happy Easter from Brisbane! Today turned out to be an absolute glorious day — the kind that makes you forgive the 24-hour flight from hell. We had braced ourselves for everything to be shut tighter than a drum because of the holiday, but Australia had other plans. Apparently Good Friday is the serious “everything closes” … More Easter in Brisbane – Sunny Skies, People-Watching and More Rest