Welcome to the Location Guide!

A corner of the Journal dedicated to guiding you through cities, states, and countries one irresistible stop at a time. Whether you’re mapping out your next escape or daydreaming about faraway places, consider this your passport to unforgettable adventures.

Stray beautiful,

BEAR.

Sarah McDade Sarah McDade

DARK MOFO - Tasmania

Lean in. Once I watched a naked man paint a wall with a paint roller strapped to his hips. He just thrusted up and down the wall until it was partially painted. I watched Pope Alice bless The Hanging Garden. I watched a giant teddy bear shoot red laser beams out of its eyeballs across the city. I was told by a sign that laughing was not permitted. etc. etc.

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Sarah McDade Sarah McDade

Tasmanian Treasures 4.0

After living in Sydney for almost a year, there are certain Tasmanian Treasures that I have been missing more than others. A recent trip home over the Easter break has prompted me to put them in writing for you!

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Sarah McDade Sarah McDade

ICE ICE BABY!

Iceland is one of those places that you arrive, explore, leave, then immediately want to go back to explore some more.

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Sarah McDade Sarah McDade

Passport to Greece - Corfu

Kalimera strays!

I was first introduced to the beauty of Greece back in 2018 when my gorgeous Greek girlfriend Maria and I decided to do a little island hopping! We travelled 4 Greek islands together, and I ticked off another 3 last year!

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Sarah McDade Sarah McDade

Egypt - House of Kheops

Salaam alekom strays!

There is an ancient Egyptian proverb which states “a beautiful thing is never perfect”.

It’s a strange saying for a place that, architecturally, is pretty perfect.

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Sarah McDade Sarah McDade

48 Hours in Canberra

If you’re like me, Canberra has never been high on the travel wishlist. But my oh my I was wrong to judge! Typically, I’m not a city lover, I much prefer to spend my time on the coast, or up in the mountains. But for Canberra I’ll make an exception. Here’s the rundown.

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Sarah McDade Sarah McDade

Tasmanian Treasures 3.0

This chapter of Tasmanian Treasures is the last in this installation. More soon, but for now, soak up all of the recommendations and enjoy Tassie’s off season.

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Sarah McDade Sarah McDade

Tasmanian Treasures 2.0

This chapter of Tasmanian Treasures is ‘off season’ friendly. Tassie is stunning in winter! Although it can get pretty cold and wet, the magic is there regardless, and absolutely nothing beats a clear sunny winter’s day in Tas. Regardless of when you visit, we’ve got you.

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Sarah McDade Sarah McDade

Tasmanian Treasures 1.0

Hello strays! My first journal is all about The Apple Isle. Tasmania is my home, and I have spent my life exploring the magic of it, let me share some of that magic with you!

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