We Are Explorers • 10th November 2024

Can Animal Tourism Ever Be Ethical?

Kate’s always enjoyed experiencing nature in all its forms and thinks animal encounters are a special kind of magic. But a recent trip to WA had her asking… is it possible for any animal tourism to be completely okay?

We Are Explorers • 29th July 2024

How Does Kathmandu's Any Time Down Jacket Go in Winter?

Kathmandu’s website says that the Any Time Down Jacket is perfect for fresh winter mornings, and boy have they been fresh lately. This jacket’s been a welcome addition to Kate’s winter wardrobe, though hard to place as an everyday jacket.

Moments - By We Are Explorers • 25th July 2024

VOTE FOR KATE: Window seat - Moments - By We Are Explorers

I've entered Moments by We Are Explorers with my photo taken from the window seat flying over the beautiful colours of Exmouth. Every vote helps!

We Are Explorers • 8th July 2024

How to Convince Your Friends to Go Camping With You

Article for We Are Explorers - how to get your indoorsy mates into a tent under the stars

SafeWise • 25th June 2024

Ultimate guide to travel with a baby | SafeWise

Plane trips with young children don’t have to be the horror stories they’re made out to be. With a little preparation and lots of distractions for your little ones, plane trips can be smooth sailing. And when kids can fly for free (minus taxes and certain charges) when they’re two and under, it’s all the more appealing to hop on a plane with bub. Snacks are your friend when it comes to plane travel—or any kind of travelling really! They serve as a great distraction for tiny tots, prevent them fr...

We Are Explorers • 11th June 2024

Are Badu Mangroves Sydney's Best Kept Wetland Secret?

Sydney's best kept secret is right in the inner west.

We Are Explorers • 11th February 2024

7 Spectacular Locations Explorers Have Popped *the* Question

We can only imagine the anxiety level of carrying carats in a backpack.

We Are Explorers • 11th October 2023

6 Ways to Maintain Campsite Zen When the Holiday Is Over

Camping – there’s nothing quite like it. It gives us time to fully switch off and recharge in nature, waking to the sound of birds, eating hot stew under the stars, and wondering if that noise outside the tent is a wombat or an axe murderer – or is that just me?

We Are Explorers • 31st July 2023

Cheap Camping Gear: What To Splurge On And Where To Save

Camping gear shouldn’t be single-use – it’s not dental floss.

We Are Explorers • 17th April 2023

How to Keep Yourself Safe Around Snakes in the Outdoors

Don't be scared just be prepared! Here are some top tips to keep yourself snake-safe in the outdoors.

Happy Buddha Retreats | Yoga Retreat Sydney • 31st January 2023

Pregnant and need to bliss out? Here's our guide on getting the most out of a yoga retreat.

Pregnancy is an exciting time – but also a time when you might be feeling an extra need to relax and recharge…

Happy Buddha Retreats | Yoga Retreat Sydney • 29th September 2022

You’ve completed a silent retreat.. Now what? Five ways to bring mindfulness back home

If you’ve completed a Journey Into Stillness silent meditation retreat at Happy Buddha (and soaked up some mindful goodness), you’ve no doubt thought of ways to make some changes once you return back home. Here are five things I do since returning from the retreat that help me hold onto some of the magic I experienced.

We Are Explorers • 17th September 2022

10 Items You Need to Take Your Camping to the Next Level

Ever taken an 'S Hook' camping? You should! My article for We Are Explorers.

Happy Buddha Retreats | Yoga Retreat Sydney • 13th September 2022

A tech-free weekend: Where meditation and mindfulness leads to a little magic.

Hello! My name is Kate and I’ve taken over the Happy Buddha blog for the day.

Ovolo Hotels • 7th September 2022

Transform your bedroom into a luxurious hotel room | Ovolo

Article written for Ovolo hotel chain. How to add a touch of luxury to your bedroom.

Jayride.com • 18th January 2019

Markets In Hong Kong You Must Visit

You haven’t visited Hong Kong until you’ve haggled your way through the city’s iconic markets. With airport transfers now available in Hong Kong through Jayride.com, it’s time to shop ‘til you drop for souvenirs at the Ladies Market, pick up a piece of jewellery at the Jade Market, or wander through the laneways of pet birds at the Bird Market. Here’s our pick of the Hong Kong markets you should definitely check out while you’re there.

Global Hobo • 14th November 2018

I Lost My Passport -- And Found My Calm -- In India

The noise, the chaotic traffic that felt like a death-sentence every time I attempted to cross the road, the perpetually-burning incense: for me, India was a slap-in-the-face that was overwhelming and invigorating.

Jayride.com • 19th October 2018

9 Tips And Tricks For Getting A Flight Upgrade

Most of us don’t have thousands of dollars to splurge on a first class plane ticket, and while it’s getting harder to win the travel lottery and get a flight upgrade, with these tips , you might be able to enjoy a more luxurious flight – without the hefty price tag!

Jayride.com • 5th October 2018

Visiting Down Under? Your Guide To Australian Quarantine Laws

Koalas, Quokkas, Wallabies, Platypus, Echidnas, Emus, Kangaroos, Kookaburras, Waratahs, Wombats, Cockatoos… Australia is a beautiful, diverse country with thousands and thousands of unique plants and animals. To protect this biodiversity, the country enforces very strict quarantine laws to prevent anyone from bringing in potential risks that could threaten the fragile ecosystem through pests or disease. If you’re travelling into Australia, here’s everything you need to know.

Jayride.com • 7th September 2018

10 Irresistible Reasons To Visit Hawaii

It’s a sun-lover’s dream, nature’s paradise and a tropical island getaway that looks too perfect to be real. Add to that its incredible culture, lush national parks, friendly locals and delicious food to boot, and it’s little wonder Hawaii is so popular. Need more convincing? Here’s our top 10 reasons why Hawaii is the very definition of wanderlust.