Back in Sydney
“It’s such a long way to Australia”, people kept telling me as I travelled around Europe over the last two months. “It’s only twenty-four hours in the plane, and I … Read the rest “Back in Sydney”
Stockholm
Since 2008, I have visited Stockholm several times. It’s a wonderful city in different ways at different times throughout the year. Aside from a return trip to Japan, it’s also where I’ll likely visit once again, once the pandemic eases.
ABBA Museum Opening
It’s late Monday night, my final night in Sweden (sadly), and I’ve just arrived home from the music, fireworks and celebrity-spotting of the official opening of the long-awaited ABBA Museum.… Read the rest “ABBA Museum Opening”
Stockholm Sunrise
I’d like to say I was “up early” to see the sunrise over Stockholm, but actually I was “out late”.
It all started early-ish on Sunday evening when I thought … Read the rest “Stockholm Sunrise”
Systembolaget On Saturday
If I was back in Sydney, it would have been easy. In Surry Hills, I’m surrounded by bottle shops which are open every day (except Good Friday and Christmas Day) … Read the rest “Systembolaget On Saturday”
Busy Day Indeed
“Hello, my name is Caroline”, she said with a smile when I introduced myself as a visitor from Australia. She was genuinely surprised when I told her my friends and … Read the rest “Busy Day Indeed”
Divas
In the midst of all the posters on Götgatan (the main street of Södermalm) promoting concerts, festivals, comedy nights, and dance clubs, there was one I saw the other week … Read the rest “Divas”