When it comes to rugged, untouched and untrodden terrain, Australia would have to offer some of the best wilderness locations in the world.
By 50 Shades, April 22, 2025
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
During my time as a travel and lifestyle blogger, I have always admired any woman over the age of 60 seeking out solo travel adventures. I think my first experience with solo travel was embarking on a media trip to Japan in 2016 when I was still in my 50s. This was followed by joining…
By 50 Shades, April 14, 2025
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
The French Riviera, also known as Côte d’Azur, fringes the Mediterranean sea on the south coast of France. It is where I spent four days on a trip to France in 2024. It also where I was captivated by the beauty of this glamorous coastline and it’s ravishingly beautiful towns. Although, four days in this…
By 50 Shades, April 2, 2025
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
Since becoming single I have learnt a lot about solo women’s travel. The biggest lesson I’ve learnt is that if you don’t get out there and do it then life will simply pass you by. So although it does take some courage, extra planning and preparation, it is extremely rewarding to travel solo. In this…
By 50 Shades, March 21, 2025
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
Aaah Italy! What is there not to love about this boot-shaped European country surrounded by azure-coloured sea? If you’re not into arts and culture, history, delicious food and wine, incredible coastal scenery, snow-capped mountains and mountain lakes, then why would you bother going here? I’m here to give you a travel guide to Italy that…
By 50 Shades, March 5, 2025
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
Turkey is a beautiful country known for its rich culture and history. It attracts millions of tourists from around the world every year, with visitors enjoying the chance to sample everything from Turkey’s fascinating sights to its delicious cuisine. However, one issue that visitors often face is strict internet censorship and cybersecurity risks that can…
By 50 Shades, February 28, 2025
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
Something that has been on my bucket list for a while – cycling the Northern Rivers Rail Trail, came to fruition last year. Although, I’d planned to do the trail on several occasions, Mother Nature had other ideas after experiencing some inclement weather for what seemed months. It was my daughter’s birthday, the weather was…
By 50 Shades, February 19, 2025
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
A divorced friend of mine said to me in the early days of my marriage separation “that it took her two years to get over it”. I actually didn’t believe her because I felt that my separation was going to instantly make me much happier. However, this was not true. This is what I’ve learnt…
By 50 Shades, February 7, 2025
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
After travelling to approximately 40 countries in the world I have seen some incredible sights. There is beauty to behold in every place in the world and although at times I’ve wondered why would I travel to a certain place, I’ve been pleasantly surprised. Here is a list of the best of the best in…
By 50 Shades, January 29, 2025
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
One of my dream overseas travel destinations for some time now has been the continent of Africa. The fact that I chose to travel to Ghana on the west coast of Africa was as a result of watching a travel show on SBS TV. For me it appeared to offer a variety of desirable travel…
By 50 Shades, January 15, 2025
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
