From the monthly archives:

January 2010

Photo Essay: ‘Everyday Life in Marrakech’

January 20, 2010

There are two sides to any major tourist city like Marrakech. One side is targeted purely at the incoming tourists. It’s in your face from the start. Easy to see, but hard to escape. The other side is every day life. Life as experienced by the locals. As a tourist it’s often difficult to find. [...]

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Photo Essay – The Cats of Marrakech

January 17, 2010

I’ve just returned from Marrakech and WOW what an experience! From the hectic pace of the Souks to the isolated beauty of the Atlas Mountains. Marrakech certainly ranks amongst the most rewarding and unique places I’ve ever had the pleasure to visit! The other great news is that I’ve got bundles and bundles of things to [...]

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A letter to my Father

January 11, 2010

Dear Dad, Today is your 50th Birthday. When it struck me that I wouldn’t be with you to share in this momentous occasion I experienced sincere regret for the first time since I left Australian shores almost four months ago. The nature of long term travel is such that you miss important milestones of loved ones. Whilst [...]

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