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Sailing on the TSS Earnslaw in Queenstown New Zealand
On Lake Wakatipu, in Queenstown New Zealand, sails the TSS Earnslaw, a beautiful wooden twin screw steamer. Launched in 1912 (the same...

Helen Avaient
Aug 17, 20222 min read
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Passive activities at Highlands Motorsport Park in New Zealand
Supercar fast dashes, muscle cars, track laps and go carts are among the many adreneline filled activities on offer at the Highlands...

Helen Avaient
Aug 13, 20222 min read
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Number one Loos with a View are in New Zealand
It is hard not to smile and laugh out loud when you visit the greatest public loos (also known as toilets or bathrooms) I have ever had...

Helen Avaient
Aug 12, 20222 min read
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Overtourism - it is a real thing
From 2023 Venice was the first city in the world to introduce an entrance fee. Venice is introducing a system where visitors will need to...

Helen Avaient
Jul 22, 20224 min read
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12 things to see and do in Westbury Tasmania Australia
Located in the central north of Tasmania, this town of around 2000 people, is what people often come to Tassie for. Friendly people,...

Helen Avaient
Jul 4, 20225 min read
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The Village Green is a delight to be seen in Westbury Tasmania Australia
I have never been to an English country town, but when visiting Westbury in Tasmania, I can imagine that this is pretty close. This town...

Helen Avaient
Jun 27, 20222 min read
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Plans, signs and COVID
This is a story of a sign, a message, and a reminder to Go For It. After successfully avoiding catching COVID for over two years, I...

Helen Avaient
May 22, 20223 min read
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Anzac memorials in Tasmania Australia
Sheffield Happy Travels! #maturesolotraveler #ayearintassie #solotravel #solotraveler #solotraveller #australia #caravanning...

Helen Avaient
Apr 25, 20221 min read
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Edward Sheean VC was a true Australian hero from Tasmania
In the town of Latrobe Tasmania there is a 2.9km walking trail named - the Teddy Sheean Walk, named after a true Australia hero. Edward ...

Helen Avaient
Apr 25, 20223 min read
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Product recommendation - Electronics organiser travel bag
Having lost many electronics cables over the years in my travels or not being able to find them in my luggage, I was delighted to have a...

Helen Avaient
Apr 12, 20221 min read
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Reliquaire is a wonderful gift and gadget paradise
Absolutely everyone who knows Tasmania recommends going to Reliquaire gift shop in Latrobe. They rave about it, usually advising that you...

Helen Avaient
Apr 9, 20223 min read
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Monclairs gift shop and cafe is for collectors of beautiful things
Stepping into the French inspired gift shop of Monclairs in Latrobe Tasmania was a fabulous feast for the eyes. This boutique store is...

Helen Avaient
Apr 5, 20222 min read
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Product recommendation - Travel sewing kit
This is one of those things that you don't realise you need it until you need it. In an emergency situation you can sew on a button and...

Helen Avaient
Mar 29, 20221 min read
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The trees of the world await visitors at the Tasmanian Arboretum
Imagine being able to see plants for all over the temperate world in one pleasant place. This 66ha botanical garden in Northern Tasmania...

Helen Avaient
Mar 26, 20223 min read
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Product recommendation - Selfie stick tripod
When travelling solo, getting photos of yourself can be difficult. Often we hold the phone at arms length for a selfie, and only get a...

Helen Avaient
Mar 22, 20221 min read
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Emu Valley Rhododenendron Garden is a must any time of the year
Emu Valley Rhododendron Garden is promoted as “A Garden for all Seasons”, which means that at whatever time of year you visit, there is...

Helen Avaient
Mar 22, 20223 min read
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Product recommendation - All in one travel adaptor
This smart travel device is just 77mm x 50mm x 40mm and fits easily into your travel bag. I love that it can be used in almost all...

Helen Avaient
Mar 15, 20221 min read
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Product recommendation - Memory foam travel pillow
If you have ever slept on a memory foam pillow you will understand how comfortable your sleep can be with one. This is just one of the...

Helen Avaient
Mar 8, 20221 min read
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Product recommendation - Aeropress Go Coffee Maker
Coffee, the morning heartstarter, is one of my favourite drinks. I often find when travelling that the quality of coffee can vary...

Helen Avaient
Feb 15, 20221 min read
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The intoxicating Edge of the World in Tasmania Australia
The longest uninterrupted expanse of water on the globe is the Indian Ocean to the west of Tasmania. Keep sailing west from the shores of...

Helen Avaient
Feb 11, 20222 min read
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