by walkerwisdom | Feb 27, 2022 | North America
Make sure you use the official US government website: https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/ There are dozens of other website which will have a surcharge and can scam you. It should be $14USD per person (as at February 2022). Information you will need: Passport details, including...
by walkerwisdom | Nov 3, 2021 | Croatia, Dubrovnik, Europe, Split
Croatia is one of my favourite countries in Europe. It has incredible natural scenery, incredible food and wine, pretty stone towns and beautiful islands. Dubrovnik is on many bucket lists but there are plenty of other wonderful places to visit in Croatia. Split,...
by walkerwisdom | Oct 3, 2021 | England, Europe, London, Uncategorized
Here’s a map of London incorporating some of my favourite sites and experiences, in an organised manner that avoids you hopping back and forth across the city on foot and using public transport. It can be done in any order and you can change the path to suit...
by walkerwisdom | Sep 13, 2021 | Athens, Europe, Greece
After a first visit with a few bumps in 2014, I did a lot of research to ensure our second visit to Athens was much more enjoyable, particularly as Karl was running the Athens Marathon. If you like these ideas, don’t forget to star them on Google maps on your...
by walkerwisdom | Aug 7, 2021 | Australia, Melbourne, Oceania, South Australia
During one of those magical weeks between repeated COVID lockdowns, we managed to get a short visit in the the Coonawarra wine region in South Australia. This was a long awaited Cabernet Sauvignon Pilgrimage and within a reasonable driving distance from Melbourne....
by walkerwisdom | Jun 9, 2021 | Australia, Gold Coast, Oceania
Look beyond Surfers Paradise and the Theme Parks. Burleigh Pavillion With multiple venues in the one place and stunning spot to spend the day, or the sunset, the Burleigh Pav http://www.burleighpavilion.com/ is one of the Gold Coast’s hottest venues. Currumbin...
by walkerwisdom | May 11, 2021 | Australia, Melbourne, Mornington Peninsula, Oceania
From Bridgewater Bay to Heronswood, the Peninsula is full of stunning little spots that make you feel like you’re on the French Riviera or Portuguese Algarve.
by walkerwisdom | May 11, 2021 | Australia, South Australia
Walk around the Blue Lake Any time of the day is great but the mornings are the best, it’s bright and blue from November to Late March (when this photo was taken) 2. Visit the Umpherston Sinkhole This incredible garden has to be seen to be believed, sunset is a...
by walkerwisdom | Mar 16, 2021 | Australia, Melbourne, Mornington Peninsula
The Peninsula is full of amazing walks, including longer walks such as the Coastal Walk, the Two Bays and the Bay Trail. Luckily there are also some awesome short walks for when you want a quick fix taking around 45 – 90 mins depending on your speed and...
by walkerwisdom | Sep 30, 2020 | Uncategorized
As we enter month seven of an extreme lockdown in Melbourne, I’m struggling to find the motivation to post up some travel stories. You’d think this would be a great time for me to convert the last 10 years or so of travel notes, diaries and accumulated knowledge into...
