Natural Wonders: Australia’s UNESCO Sites and Breathtaking Ecological Marvels

Posted on August 24, 2023 by Jonny Blair

Australia is a tapestry of contrasting landscapes, from its ancient rainforests and majestic coral reefs to its vast deserts and unique rock formations. The country’s unmatched beauty isn’t just for postcards; it offers profound lessons in the evolution of our planet and its biodiversity. Before venturing into this grand adventure, ensure your trip is seamlessly Read more about Natural Wonders: Australia’s UNESCO Sites and Breathtaking Ecological Marvels[…]

Top 5 Brisbane Dive Sites You Must Visit

Posted on March 27, 2023 by Jonny Blair

Brisbane is an excellent destination for scuba divers, offering some of Australia’s best dive sites. People who travel to the city can explore the rich marine life, colourful coral reefs, and abundant wildlife in some of the most stunning locations. However, it can be quite tricky to get from one place to the other. To Read more about Top 5 Brisbane Dive Sites You Must Visit[…]

15 Bars With Interesting Quirky Records I Was In

Posted on April 5, 2021April 18, 2021 by Jonny Blair

“Spend your nightlife table hopping, trying to keep your bag of bones in trim” – Noel Gallagher. When travel used to be a thing, I loved the thrill of it all. I loved the crazy stuff, I needed even the sorrow amidst all that. The unrecognised countries, the secrets, the wacaday museums, the sadness at Read more about 15 Bars With Interesting Quirky Records I Was In[…]

Backpacking Centurion Volume 1 – Don’t Look Back in Bangor – FINALLY Released 25th June 2020

Posted on June 24, 2020April 20, 2021 by Jonny Blair

“Although loneliness has always been a friend of mine, I’m leaving my life in your hands” – Backstreet Boys. The 25th June 1982 was a day to remember for the Northern Ireland football team. By no mere coincidence, and five years later than billed, on the 25th June 2020, I finally release the first volume Read more about Backpacking Centurion Volume 1 – Don’t Look Back in Bangor – FINALLY Released 25th June 2020[…]

Backpacking in Kiribati: Touring Te Umanibong, National Cultural Museum in Bikenibeu

Posted on April 26, 2020 by Jonny Blair

I could be forgiven for expecting the settlement of Bikenibeu to be spelt “Bikini Bow” and be a beach full of Kiribati’s hottest babes all relaxing in the sunshine in their swimming costumes. While exotic beaches in Tarawa Atoll (Kiribati’s main part, which houses the capital, the national museum and the main international airport) do Read more about Backpacking in Kiribati: Touring Te Umanibong, National Cultural Museum in Bikenibeu[…]

My 100 Top Football Moments From 100 Countries

Posted on March 29, 2020May 29, 2021 by Jonny Blair

“Gerry Armstrong, what a worker he is” – John Motson. In February 2020, when I hit country 186 on my personal list of recognised separate states, one of my priorities was to watch a football match there. That country was Lesotho and I arrived into the capital city Maseru ready for the big match. That Read more about My 100 Top Football Moments From 100 Countries[…]

Happy Saint Patrick’s Day! My Top 6 Saint Patrick’s Days Down The Years

Posted on March 17, 2020March 17, 2020 by Jonny Blair

Ireland’s patron saint, Saint Patrick is a man of pure oxymoronic nature if today’s commercial excrement could for an ungreedy second be aware of who this guy really was. Money took over the world folks – just ask DickMonalds and Coca Cola. There is no need for Valentine’s Day Thorntons or Interflora or Christmas Santa Read more about Happy Saint Patrick’s Day! My Top 6 Saint Patrick’s Days Down The Years[…]

Backpacking Movies: Best Film Set Locations I Have Visited

Backpacking Movies On Location: Best Film Set Locations I Have Visited

Posted on March 16, 2020August 8, 2023 by Jonny Blair

“She’s making movies on location, she don’t know what it means” – Mark Knopfler. I am not a film freak, I rarely watch them. In fact, these days I only ever watch films when I am on flights or a friend invites me to watch one, be it cinema or on a laptop. I only Read more about Backpacking Movies On Location: Best Film Set Locations I Have Visited[…]