Introduction As you may have noticed, Australia has a booming craft beer scene and an ever-growing number of wineries. However, we aren't known for our distilleries—unless you count rum. But even so, if you're looking to spend some major coin on some booze in this country, there are plenty of options that will get your head spinning (in the best possible way). Here are just a few of them: Macallan Lalique 64 Year Old The Macallan Lalique 64 Year Old is an extremely rare and expensive bottle of Scotch, with only 264 bottles ever produced. The whisky was distilled in 1926 and purchased by a French insurance company. It was later bought by Lalique, who handcrafted the crystal decanter it...
Introduction If you're the proud owner of a beard, then you know all too well that it can be a pain to deal with sometimes. The longer your beard gets, the more tangled and knotted it becomes. This is especially true if you have curly hair like me and don't cut your beard regularly (which I don't). So what do you do when this happens? Here are some tips on dealing with your beard knots: Beard knots are the single most irritating thing about having a beard. If you're struggling with knots, you're not alone. Beard knots are one of the most common problems that men have with their facial hair. They can be painful, dangerous and downright embarrassing. They...
Introduction In Australia, there are plenty of beautiful beaches to visit—some that are as famous as the country itself. There's Bondi Beach in Sydney and Byron Bay on the east coast of New South Wales; Rockingham Beach in Western Australia and Noosa Heads on Queensland's Sunshine Coast. But if you want to see something different—and get away from the crowds—the best thing you can do is head somewhere off the beaten path. In this list, we've rounded up our top picks for less-visited beaches around Australia. So pack your bags and get ready for some "secret" adventures! Secret Bay, New South Wales Secret Bay is a remote beach on New South Wales' north coast. It's almost impossible to get here...
Introduction I love shorts. They're the perfect way to show off my legs, and they're so much more comfortable than pants in hot weather. But there's one big problem: I don't have any shoes that look good with shorts! Sandals You're an athletic person, and you like to dress for the occasion. You want to be comfortable and cool in the summer heat, but you also want to look good. The best footwear choice for this is sandals. Sandals are perfect because they are lightweight, easy to wear and versatile—you can wear them with shorts or pants, even a suit! They come in a wide range of styles and colors so there's something out there that matches your personal style...
Introduction For many of us, cities are a way to keep our lives connected. We go to them to work, play and even date. But while we might love the hustle and bustle of urban life, there’s no denying that it also comes with a number of hidden costs. How much do we pay for basic necessities like rent or food in different cities around the world? What about transportation or entertainment? To find out more about these costs (and others), I teamed up with my friend and fellow writer Megan Bannen over at ExpatWoman.com. We decided to investigate which cities are most expensive based on what residents have told us about their personal budgets for things like rent and...
