The other side of “paradise”

The sun glittered and shimmered on the turquoise water as we skimmed our way back to Ao Nang beach. The Things for once sat still…

Do kids belong at an expat brunch?

We must have looked like kids in a sweet shop when we went to our first brunch. Having secured a babysitter to relieve us for…

11 things you need to know about Shoulder Season

It wasn’t until I became I blogger that I even heard of this concept of shoulder season. Sure, I’d heard of high seasons (peak) and…

An open letter to the new expat woman

As I introduce myself I can see the panic in your eyes. Another name to remember. 4, in fact, counting my husband and children’s names.…

9 great reasons why you should take your kids skiing

I cried every day on my first ski holiday. Every day. I was out of shape and a bit overweight. I ached everywhere and couldn’t…

5 day, 9 and 14 day Jordan itineraries to make you want to book right now

Planning a trip to Jordan is no mean feat. You think you’re going to see Petra and maybe the Dead Sea. You do some more…

Why I’m Celebrating Amazing Expat Women

I wasn’t going to be writing a post about expat women today. In celebration of International Women’s Day, I was going to write a post…