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Waking up amongst the jungle 💚

Pet nat and pastel sunsets ✨

Annabel at the beach in Waihi. No mobile service, no problems.

How to be an explorer of the world 🌏🧡

Organising old photos on my computer and came across these ones from Cuba. Walls with patina, games in the street, flea markets and rum bars 🌴

Cold beers, nice views, warm baths 🔥🏔️

I am by no means a fashionista. I am, however, a lover of things made with care and purpose - that reflect more than fleeting trends and disregard for the planet.

We are so lucky to live in a time where creative and inspiring brands also have a space to exist - and there’s something infinitely more special about supporting a small business. I fell head over heels with and the vest of my dreams arrived on my doorstep just in time to take away with my - wrapped in ribbon from India and accompanied by a hand-drawn card. More of this in the world please 💚💚

(Worn with my very very old dress that I will never get sick of - another brand doing good things)

✨ Dream wall appreciation post ✨

Frames from Hiroshima 🌿 We arrived with no expectations and were pleasantly surprised by how much we loved this city. Aside from learning more about its tragic history and moments of reflection, we made new friends, ate shoulder-to-shoulder at hole in the wall local joints, discovered rooftop bars and admired the quiet peace by the river. Plus, cute old trams 💚 🚃

Waking up in the jungle 🌴

As someone opposed to overconsumption, there is something mildly uncomfortable about admitting that you just love to shop while travelling. I’ve come to the conclusion that if I will shop anywhere, however, it’s going to be overseas.

This is a series on the treasures that I have brought back with me from near and far. Here, a collection of ceramics and bits and pieces from Japan.

The island of Okinawa was a treasure trove of makers and appeared to be a community where a lot of people knew each other. The lovely owner of our first Airbnb (which was full of gorgeous pottery) directed us to a cafe where we might be able to pick up some similar pieces as the potter himself was away on a trip.

Walking into a small workshop with multiple generations of family crafting pieces and taking home a little reminder of that experience is something that I just don’t think you can replace anywhere. Anyway, here are a few things we brought back. Some handmade, some definitely not, all to be kept forever 💙

Sun daze 🧡

In the garden with 💚

I recently came across the Anaïs Nin quote, in a book lent to me by my mum (thanks mum): “We write to taste life twice, in the moment and in retrospect.”

And that is exactly how I feel about photographs 💙

Always looking for the details ✨

Eating freshly grilled peach salad, washed down with an organic rosé as the sun sets while playing card games with some excellent people - basically the stuff of euro summer daydreams ✨

What do you get when you combine a Spanish island, four photographers, a birthday, a boat (no license required), and a whole lotta charcuterie?

The answer is many, many photographs, all online now in my new Mallorca journal.

If you’re heading there this summer, I’ve shared my fave spots on the island for staying, eating, diving into that blue, blue water and sipping on a cervesa.

Check out the link in bio 🌞💛🐟

Shortly before spending approximately 2 hours sifting through painted treasures in a Pushkar backstreet 😅😍 I’m really not much of a shopper at home but that all went out the window in India (and in general, when I go overseas). Inconvenient? Absolutely. But I love having a home full of things connected to memories ✨

Living somewhere affects the recommendations you give to visitors. Instead of one traveller passing on their “top tips” to another that feature big attractions and unique lodgings, you tend to build up habits and preferences that make for a less show-stopping kind of list. However, after a particularly full-on period of work and travel, I’m in the perfect mindset to appreciate a quiet weekend in Melbourne, frequenting my favourite places with my favourite person (and our dog).

I’ll also note that I’m a recent transplant to this southern city, and thus completely underqualified to give my recommendations – not that it’s ever stopped me before.

Hit the link in bio to check out my Melbourne faves (and please let me know what I need to try next!) 💛🌆

The ultimate view to accompany your morning tea & toast 🍞☕️⛰️💙 .flindersisland

Edinburgh street scene 🎞️

Hello 2024 💌

A year for exploring new and old places, taking some downtime (every once in a while), tackling my first - and likely only - half marathon (can currently only run 5km, so wish me luck), taking many photographs for some new and old friends, and dipping my toe into video on film.

So far on my list I’ve got Tassie, NZ, the states and Canada - where was your favourite stay of last year? What should I add to the calendar?

Moments of 2023 ❤️

People of 2023 ❤️

Pretty in pink 💓💓💓

Beauty everywhere 🪷💕

A little slice of heaven 🌞🦞 .flindersisland

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Annabel, catching the sunlight