#travelblogger – A Lady in Adelaide

19/11/2019

The lost art of travel

Many years ago, travel used to be like a night at the opera. People dressed in their best outfits before boarding a flight to an exotic destination. Half the fun of a holiday was was the journey. Airlines were happy to welcome passengers with smiles and drinks. Every class was business class. The planes were comfortable and it was pretty much a social occasion to be seen flying. This was the golden age of travel. Continue reading “The lost art of travel”

10/11/2019

Curiosity trumps the fear of travel

No-one ever said travel was not scary. The thought of setting off for a country you do not know, or people you have never met, can be scary. It sparks a feeling of anxiety and uncertainty. But then you think about why you want to travel and what you want to see. That scary feeling disappears and is slowly replaced by curiosity. Continue reading “Curiosity trumps the fear of travel”

19/10/2019

Global Champagne Day

Friday 18 October 2019 was Global Champagne Day, which is celebrated around the world by those who love their glass of bubbly. However, champagne is more than just a classy, bubbly drink. It has a long history dating back to Hautvillers in the Champagne region of France. Continue reading “Global Champagne Day”

18/08/2019

Aussie Theatre Culture for Learning

Australia is not known to be big on theatre, but the reality is different. Theatre culture has grown and more people attend shows each year than ever before. While most shows are played in Sydney and Melbourne; Adelaide has seen an increase in performances over recent years. Continue reading “Aussie Theatre Culture for Learning”

10/08/2019

How to successfully dine alone?

Eating out alone can seem daunting at first. Maybe a little frightening. You look around the restaurant at the sea of couples and groups. Your confidence disappears and you want to run back to your hotel or apartment. But do not run away. You have a right to eat out as much as those couple and groups. Continue reading “How to successfully dine alone?”

04/08/201904/08/2019

The stigma of solo dining

Why is there a stigma attached to dining alone? Whether you are in your home city or overseas, eating out on your own is still seen as socially unacceptable. It is almost as if they think that you cannot find someone to share with. Continue reading “The stigma of solo dining”

29/07/201929/07/2019

How to travel on the cheap

Travel does not have to be expensive. Many people on budgets are travelling more today than ever before. Ever wonder how they can do it? There are a few simple strategies you can adopt into your weekly budget so you can have that holiday you’ve dreamed about. Continue reading “How to travel on the cheap”