The historic charm of Aldourie Lodge appeals to everyone who passes through this corner of New Zealand. Nestled on the shores of Lake Tekapo, you’ll find a very cute and cozy house overlooking the iconic lake. Aldourie Lodge is one of Tekapo’s original houses, packed with old-world appeal. In an era of unprecedented building all […]
Daily Archives: May 14, 2023
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Esperance, a little town on the bottom left corner of Australia, is becoming well-known for several reasons. It’s home to some of the whitest sand beaches in the world, with kangaroos lounging in the sunshine. It’s an amazing place for whale watching. The color of the ocean is unreal – the most vibrant turquoise blue […]
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Growing up in Virginia meant I had been in my fair share of A-frame homes and cute log cabins in the woods. Though I probably didn’t realize how great they were at the time. While I look back on it now with joyful nostalgia, at the time, I’m pretty sure I thought they were musty […]
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In another life, I would have pursued a career in art. Perhaps one day, I might still. Growing up, I always felt absolutely overwhelmed with creativity. I read books and got lost in my imagination for hours. I loved to paint and sketch, making things with my hands. But like many young people, that is […]
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One of my favorite things about my trip to Esperance was the jarring color palette. Here, on the bottom left corner of Australia, deep red rocks the color of clay merge with dense verdant green shrubby bush. Turquoise waters splash onto pure white sand beaches home to kangaroos. And come springtime? The land erupts in […]