‘Awesome Tips’ Archives
Honey and Cinnamon: an unbeatably healthy combination »
I received this from a friend today - as I adore cinnamon and I also love honey, I thought this would be a good to share. Facts on Honey Honey is the only food on the planet that will not spoil or rot. It will do what some call turning to sugar. In reality honey is always honey. However, when left in a cool dark place for a long time it will [...]
Bali Tips for bartering, massages and adventures »
Thinking of heading off to Bali? Here are a few tips and ideas to get you in flow for the journey. I just spent a week and a half there for a training course before going on adventures for a few days. If you are in Ubud, find Verona's for a day spa. It was about $35 for 4 hours massage and pampering in the spa complete with being scrubbed down [...]
Woodford Folk Festival – best in the universe »
I am a bit biased but this is my favourite festival of the year and it happens annually from 27 Dec - 1st January and is about 1 hour north of Brisbane. There were over 2,000 performers this year and 200 performances over 22 venues at the Woodford Folk Festival site. I've never experienced anything like this and have been back 5 times now. [...]
I manifested an interview on National Radio »
Here's my recent interview on Radio National. The way it all happened is quite freaky really as the day before I was contacted to be their Meet the Listener guest, I'd said to a few friends that I thought it would be great to work with the ABC as I listen to Radio National every day and love it. The universe had obviously heard me as the next [...]
Cheap Men Christmas Presents »
Have some fun in the kitchen and make yourself some gingerbread men for friends. Prep time is only 15m with 10m cooking time and makes about 20-30 men depending on cutter size. Here's the recipe: Ingredients 125g bugger 1/2 cup golden syrup 1/2 cup lightly packed brown sugar 1 egg yolk 1 tablespoon ground ginger 2 teaspoons [...]
Travelling Musician top tips »
Ok....so although I am not technically a backpacker, I am very much a constant traveller with a very nomadic lifestyle. Most touring independent musicians can definitely vouch for me when I say we have learnt a few things along the way about how to make the most of time and (just as important) money. Top Tips Have a plan: I think you need to [...]
10 Great things to do in China »
China is a country of amazing contrast. From the vast cities to the wide open plains, 5000 year old historical sights to the most modern contemporary buildings, you can immerse yourself in luxury for an Emperors ransom or travel on the most limited of budgets. These are some of the recommended activities while in China 1. Eat a [...]
Save and Make money using these 3 FREE services »
The smart travellers know how to manage their money overseas; how to make it go further, how to make sure they retain as much as possible and how to make more money than the average Aussie backpacker in Europe and the UK. Firstly, if you can avoid drawing money out of ATMs overseas using your Australian bank cards then do it. [...]
End of Instant Coffee … »
The other day I came across a girl who had one of these mugs. They bought it in the US, but I've managed to find one here in Australia. I use it most days and it is excellent for making delicious real coffee or for loose leaf herbal teas. Remove the plunger, add your coffee or tea, add hot water and replace the plunger. After a few minutes [...]
Lettuce be Healthy … fresh, healthy eating for »
When you're travelling, food is not often the most important item you want to spend your money on. In addition, eating healthy foods is often made even less important. Here are a couple of tips to eat cheaply, easily and more healthily for very little with lettuce - I usually use iceberg lettuce, but you can use any type. When making [...]
