jadeoxxy : 2015

adventure

WONDERLAND IN SYDNEY

01:23

Spring has finally sprung and the air is getting warmer. Which means flowers are blooming and winter is over! One of my best friends wanted to take me to secret park/garden in the city, and she said I would love it, and I did. Getting there was already a sight but officially getting into the garden was just amazing!

I literally felt like Alice in the Wonderland when coming in. There was so many different paths to go to. There were people who come here just to sit back and relax, have a picnic or even catch up with a friend down here. Each area was so distinct, there was a place to sit and eat in every corner you go to. As I finally made my way to the top of the garden, the view was just a sight to see! It looked like it could be on a postcard ready to send away to your parents to show them what you saw.

The view of just of the Harbour Bridge, a bit of Luna Park, and onto your right you could see a bit of the ANZAC Bridge and the centre of your view is just the turquoise blue water with yachts sailed all over.

I absolutely loved this garden, I am definitely coming back one day! The photos don't do it justice but I hoped you enjoyed these couple of snaps of the garden.

australia

SNOW TRIP TO PERISHER BLUE | AUSSIE TRAVEL DIARY

03:25

Although its September and Spring is near, it wouldn't be a sin to go to the snows during Spring.

It has been 3 years since I've last been the snows. I was really excited to go this year and experience it all over again. Back in 2012, it was my first time skiing and it was terrifying because in the second day, I've gotten the hang of it and hurt my knee which swelled up! This year I tried snowboarding, I got to say I like it a lot better than skiing (in my opinion). I just got to thank Mai and Vinh for teaching me how to board and being so patience with me.

Anyways, the snow trip was short and sweet! I cannot wait to come back next year and improve on my boarding. I must say, going to the snows during this time was a bliss. It wasn't too windy which be harsh to go down the mountain or trekking around Perisher. The air was crisp, sun was warm, the snow was soft as clouds and the people who I went with made it even better.

Here a few short snaps of my trip.

Top of Blue Cow

What do you like to do when you're at the snows?

M x

August

Melbourne | Aussie Travel Diary

04:42

Staying in Melbourne for the weekend was not long enough to explore and experience what Melbourne is really like. From what I've experienced over the weekend, Melbourne is so chill and laid-back compared to Sydney. Nothing wrong with Sydney, it was just nice to take my time and soak in what's around me without being pushed or hurrying with the crowd. Besides the Hot Springs, the next highlight was definitely the house I stayed in with my friend Claudia. It was probably the most lavish and beautiful house we both ever stayed at. We are both country/outback girls at heart but having or even experience this city high life was next level.

These are a couple of photos that shows my Melbourne weekend.

Mt Martha

Hoiser Lane

What do you like to see when you go Melbourne?

M x

August

39 Degrees & Over | Aussie Travel Diary

01:42

Peninsula Hot Springs is located in Melbourne, around an hour drive away from the CBD. It's also located on the very end tip of Melbourne which is even colder down here. Brrrr!

The Peninsula was so relaxing! It was basically a small island where you could relax from head to toe. From saunas, to cold plunge pools, jet pools, thermal mineral showers, and hand and foot baths.

I went in the early morning around 7am, the air was crisp and chilling against my skin. It was probably the perfect weather to go to the hot springs. Each bath was around 38-40 degrees. Every bath had a different view and purpose to them. For example, going into the cold plunge is to increase your metabolism. The reflexology walk is a technique where you walk along the rocks it hits different pressure points within your feet that would then generate a positive response to your nerves, bones and muscles. But the first time walking on this walk, it wasn't so relaxing. I'm guessing I had so much tension, it just hurt me instead of relaxing me.

This is during Winter almost Spring season. It was still quite busy. Knowing myself, even though I am a winter baby, I love the summer, so going into the hot springs was the way too go!