Australia History
Darwin- NightCliff Aquatic Center
What a find! This sparkling swimming center is built right on the cliff overlooking the Darwin Harbour up in the suburb of Nightcliff. At the corner of Nightcliff and Causarian Roads, It is virtually unpopulated. The pool facilities include swimming, lap lanes and a beautiful children’s pool with an Italian style fountain in the middle.
Date: September 25th, 2006 | No Comments
Darwin- Restaurant Review: Roma Bar
One for the girls and the arts community- seriously though- this modern place would appeal to most serving brekkie and lunch there are community events posters all over the walls and windows.
Date: September 24th, 2006 | No Comments
Northern Territory- Bark Hut II
As an add on, the manager of the Bark Hut happens to be a local biologist. Yes folks not only can he make a foaming cup of Nescafe…he organizes wildlife safaris and specialty fishing tours. Tom Starr runs Wild Plains Safari’s. They specialize in small group tailor made trips to Mary River National Park and Arnhemland.
Date: September 21st, 2006 | No Comments
Sydney- Coffee the size of your Head!
Barking Frog, Manly (Sydney) –
I am going to shoot myself for telling you guys all about this place, but I do have such a hard time keeping such a good place secret. The Barking Frog is an absolutely gorgeous little café with a very French seaside town feel. This fantastic café that serves the most delicious coffee- in a bowl the size of your head…turns into one of Manly’s hottest dance spots for locals by night.
Date: September 20th, 2006 | No Comments
Australia- Moving in on a budget!
OK- so you’ve arrived into Australia and you need to buy a few housekeeping items- Tupperware, toilet paper, cleaners, extension cords, etc. The first thing you will notice is how ridiculously expensive all the things are in the stores you are used to going to such as Target.
Date: September 19th, 2006 | 3 comments
Darwin- Cavenagh Street Attractions
Cavenagh Street is two over from the Backpacker hangout/Entertainment district of Mitchell Street. Watch out for… or… check out the small “adult entertainment” district plunked right between the two (depending on your preference). There are many fun shops and cafe’s on Cavenagh- as well as the post office and a good Woolworths (”Woolies” = grocery store). Mostly a business street- here are three unique and useful places to check out…
Date: September 24th, 2006 | 1 comment
Darwin- Restaurant Review: Relish
An awesome kitchy litte café reminiscent of Santa Fe. There are wood framed ceiling hangings, dirt red walls, local art, and an eclectic selection of collectibles including an R2D2, mini deer head, dash board, and gold high-heels all hanging from the menu boards.
Date: September 24th, 2006 | No Comments
Northern Territory- Mary River YHA
Mary River Camp Ground and YHA-
Mary River is family outfit that is very professionally run. Blessed with a stunning country side, they have managed a very good back-to-basics wildlife and river retreat while adding the key ingredients of modern amenities like a restaurant/bar, cook your own facilities, a pool, spa, and a variety of sleeping accommodation to fit any budget. Half way between Darwin and Jabiru, Mary River YHA is about 1 km before you reach the Bark Hut.
Date: September 20th, 2006 | No Comments
Sydney- Beer, Laksa, and a Show!
The Old Fitroy (Pub/Theater) 129 Dowling Street, Woolloomooloo NSW 2011
http://www.oldfitzroy.com.au/trs/shopexd.asp?id=434
This place is a Culture Vulture Backpackers dream. Ah, this place is just down right cool no matter who you are quite honestly. Where else can you get a Laksa+beer+theatre for $24! The Old Fitzroy is a fabulously seedy dingy little place that has creeky dark wood stairs, tiny little hall ways, 1970 furniture, pool tables, a whole thai kitchen smashed into a room that is about 1 meter square tucked under the stairs, and a theatre that produces plays from the next generation of upcoming writers!
Date: September 20th, 2006 | No Comments
Aussie Exports to Look for- Judy Prosser
Aboriginal art in the Northern Territory, and indeed in most markets around Australia everywhere. As an art form, it stands out for its unique interpretation of the world and its forms.
Date: September 19th, 2006 | No Comments