Monthly Archives: February 2014

William Rickett’s Sanctuary

Posted on February 26, 2014 by einsler

Anyone who has used StumbleUpon has probably stumbled upon photographs of human figurines that look like they are carved into tree stumps. The carvings are actually clay sculptures that are made to look like they are carvings, and most of … Continue reading →

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Fitzroy & Collingwood

Posted on February 25, 2014 by einsler

This gallery contains 105 photos.

In Australia, Melbourne and Sydney battle for the title of best city in the country. In my opinion they are both great cities, but Melbourne takes the gold for art. I went to a bunch of museums in Melbourne (and … Continue reading →

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Heading to Nicaragua

Posted on February 24, 2014 by einsler

My departure to Nicaragua is finally nearly upon me. Here is my itinerary over the next week, for anyone interested in my whereabouts and movements: Thursday, February 27th: 9:45 AM – Arrive in the United States from Australia 12:45 PM … Continue reading →

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Taz-Mania

Posted on February 24, 2014 by einsler

This is what most Americans know about Tasmania: I was in Tasmania over the last weekend with my friends Luke, Catherine, and Mel. We had a great time. The island, and the animals, are nothing like Looney Tunes though. The … Continue reading →

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Happy Valentines Day From Oz

Posted on February 14, 2014 by einsler

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St. Kilda Botanical Gardens, Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, & Flagstaff Gardens:

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Queen Victoria Night Market

Posted on February 14, 2014 by einsler

This gallery contains 89 photos.

The Southern Hemisphere’s International Food Night:

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The St. Kilda Festival

Posted on February 9, 2014 by einsler

The last trip I am taking before heading off to Nicaragua for the Peace Corps is Australia. Although I was here a year ago, my really good friends Catherine and Luke live here, plus it is a fun place with … Continue reading →

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A Primer on Packing

Posted on February 4, 2014 by einsler

I made a bet with my friend Dorell that I could pack for three weeks in Australia all in carry-on. Bear witness to my success.   Apologies that the top of my head is cut off for the most part. … Continue reading →

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Guanajuato

Posted on February 2, 2014 by einsler

I wanted to make one more post about my trip to Mexico, specifically about the city of Guanajuato. Guanajuato is a large city in Guanajuato state, built across some hills and dry riverbeds. I only had half a day to … Continue reading →

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La Patria Maya

Posted on February 2, 2014 by einsler

I love visiting ancient Mayan cities. I don’t know why, but I absolutely love it. I love exploring every nook and cranny of the sites and climbing to the top of all of the buildings. I’ve been to La Patria … Continue reading →

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