So who am I? That's an interesting one. Not quite sure how to describe myself. The dry description that tells you I'm an Australia, born in the early 60's who grew up on the Mornington Peninsula. Divorced with three adult sons.
The other description would be something of a free spirit who was never happy doing the corporate thing. I had never been overseas until my early 30's but have made up for it somewhat over the past 20 years, visiting many countries as varied as Albania to Colombia. Lots of my adventures have been tied to the water as I've been a sailor and surfer since my teenage years. We grew up by Port Philip Bay and salt water is part of my makeup, that's for sure. If you asked me what I do for a living, at the moment I'd have to say, 'professional sailor' although 'web designer' would have to get a gig as well.
For the past 5 years, I've been living more often than not in Europe. I've done a lot of sailing in the Med, from Gibraltar in the west to Cyprus in the east and lots of places in between. There's also been countless roadtrips that have criss-crossed France, Spain, Portugal, Italy and Greece plus side trips to Central America, Asia and even the Canary Islands too. No shortage of weird and way out places visited. Getting far away from the tourist traps and into the back blocks seems to be my specialty. I'll run a mile at the sight of an organised tour being led by someone holding up a flag on a stick. Don't start me on selfie sticks.....
I'm a keen photographer, quite dangerous with an iPhone it seems, always looking for that unique perspective and human aspect. It's good that I have actually recorded my travels by taking photos otherwise I'd never remember half the places I've been! It's amazing looking back through images how it takes you right back to that place and moment in time. Probably another reason why I have created this blog. :-)
