Harley Leon
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Australian Christmas Traditions that are New to the North
It’s that time of the year again - when jingle bells signal the arrival of beloved Santa Claus. Seated on a sleigh pulled by six white boomers, Father Christmas is ready to slide down your chimney with gifts!
By Harley Leon8 months ago in Wander
The Best Venues for Asian Cuisine in Sydney
New in the city and yearning for something Asian? It’s normal to want a taste of something Indian or Oriental on our taste buds. Being a foodie, my weakness has always been Asian cuisine. Being a Sydneysider, I am quite familiar with the famous joints in the city. So, I do know where you can catch the best Asian food in town. For all those who are a fan of the cuisine or are just missing food back home, this blog will guide you through the best venues for Asian cuisine in Sydney:
By Harley Leon8 months ago in Wander
Book These Now! Top Sydney NYE 2022 Events
The hype is real! Sydney is buzzing with energy and excitement to welcome the biggest night of the year, New Year’s Eve. Less than hundred days remain to say ‘’adieu’’ to the old and welcome the new. So if you haven’t already, it’s high time you lock in on a plan, enough with the dilly-dallying. We all have that New Year where we ended up on the rooftop of our friends house because we were too busy to plan anything ahead. Not dissing anyone but it’s been a harsh couple of years and you deserve to celebrate with the highest colours.
By Harley Leon8 months ago in Wander
Ways to Express Your Love For Your Partner
I have been in a beautiful relationship for 5 years and to be honest, it was far from perfect. We have always had our shares of ups and downs. So what kept it going? We managed to find innovative ways to express our love to each other. It's a wonderful feeling to fall in love, nevertheless when you take things forward, you have to do a lot to keep that relationship steady. Oh yes! It’s a huge responsibility, but all you sincere lovebirds out there should certainly not brood over that fact.
By Harley Leon8 months ago in Wander
Guide to Sydney in September 2022: Part Two
So what makes Sydney in September special? It’s the start of spring - temperatures will be slowly rising, the trees and flowers will blossom silently from their winter snooze and the city will welcome a plethora of art exhibitions, events, performances, markets.In short, this transition from cool to warm is the best time to get out and have a good time in the Emerald City. It is also the perfect time to sightsee. So here are a couple of activities and experiences you could cash in on in the month of September.
By Harley Leon8 months ago in Wander
Unique Work Party Alternatives in Sydney 2022
Time and time we face the trouble of coming up with the perfect work party that has everybody talking for weeks and the boss falling head over heels with your creative capabilities. A great corporate party is far more than the usual team-building day and it is certainly not just necking down gallons of grog in the quickest time possible. If everything falls into place it can boost team morale, nurture team relationships and even increase sales for your clients. So, if you're looking to celebrate the season with a little more creativity and class, check out these alternatives.
By Harley Leon9 months ago in Wander
A Short Break From Myself: What Last NYE Taught Me
There are times in our lives when we feel irrevocably tired of ourselves, and I think I have an explanation for this. Between all the toings and froings in life and the roles we play for our different cliques, there is too little time left to ponder which part of you is real. Admit it, none of us know who we are entirely. So, last year I made a decision that gave me a break from spiralling down through my tumultuous self. It was New Year’s Eve 2022 and I had just moved into Sydney. My work schedule was beyond me and I couldn’t help myself but take a break from the toxic environment that was nothing but harmful to my mental health. I decided to get away from the usual faces, which included my family, my friends and my colleagues. I booked a ticket aboard one of the Sydney NYE cruises, which are a famous vantage point to see the fireworks from a different perspective. It was remarkable indeed. With amazing food, a lot of booze, spectacular views, and not to mention, new faces, I knew I was at the right place at the moment. I met some wonderful people on board, all strangers. And here’s what I understood: that I didn’t have to assume a particular role or pressurise myself to be something I’m not when I’m around strangers. Rather I could be anyone I want to be or explore parts of myself with no strings attached to the reputed parts of my character. I guess I should add Sydney New Year’s Eve cruises to my favourites. They make me think.
By Harley Leon9 months ago in Wander
Here is Sydney Served Sunny Side Up
Travelling to me is simply exciting. Meeting people from different walks of life, getting to try new cuisines, learning about different cultures etc. there’s nothing like it. Out of all the places I have travelled to, I must tell you, Sydney is one place that has caught my attention. Don’t take my word for it, experience to believe. No wonder, its rich multicultural heritage and pure culinary passion makes it the Flavour Capital of Australia.
By Harley Leon9 months ago in Wander
How I Mastered Juggling Work & Private Life
Truth is, there’s a lot of stuff out there in the world that we take no notice of. I can go days and nights on advising you about work-life balance, but who’s interested in advice? I’m not. Instead we just want to know how to juggle both. Especially in the space of the past two years, this ‘balance’ has seen drastic changes. As a newbie in this culture, I have been able to stay motivated and balanced at the same time despite facing regular hurdles. How? I listened. To whom? Myself.
By Harley Leon10 months ago in Wander
Winning Two Raffle Tickets: Who to Go With?
“What should I do if I win the lottery?” Almost half of the population have asked this at one point in their life. I mean, apart from saying ‘woohoo’, doing a backflip and double checking the numbers, I might be the most boring lottery winner ever. Nonetheless, I won a holiday raffle last week worth $3000 and now I can finally answer this question!
By Harley Leon10 months ago in Wander
Top Places I Keep Returning To (2022 Edition)
As travellers we are obsessed with the idea of ‘new’. We visit those new towns or counties, have an amazing time, and refuse to return because there's so much else to do and see out there. Our bucket list gets longer over time even though we keep ticking them off! This… Need… to find new things or places is not bad, in fact, it was the original reason we started travelling in the first place. It makes sense that we’re in a constant search for new experiences but lately, this has got me thinking, there’s so much to be said about returning to the familiar.
By Harley Leon10 months ago in Wander
