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Tulips are my all-time favorite flowers, so discovering that Victoria hosts a tulip festival was a delightful surprise.

Every year the Tessalaar tulip festival turns Silvan in Melbourne's dandenong ranges into a dazzling display of over one million tulips. This Celebration is more than just beautiful flowers it also featured a diverse array of cultral activities and family friendly entertainment, making it ideal for people of all ages.

We happened to go to this beautiful place back in 2024. I just never go around to making a blog post about it. I made a YouTube video about the day. Check that out Here. 

It was absolutely wonderful.  Seeing all the beautiful tulips was a real treat. If you get a chance, I highly recommend visiting this stunning festival. Unfortunately, it’s already over for 2026 but it usually takes place in September or October.  So next year, make sure to book your tickets. It’s a fantastic day out for the whole family.



Every weekend during the festival they have themes such as kids week, dutch week, Turkish week etc. 


At the entrance there are a number of pop up shops and some food stalls. There is also a beautiful gift store that is truly magical to look around in. 


On the other side there was a festival stage and more pop up food stores



BUYING TICKETS

Tickets can be purchased through their website or on site. Save this post so when it happens again next year you can buy tickets. 


GETTING THERE

By Car: The festival is about a 60 minute drive from so the easiest way is probably just to drive there. They have a huge carpark so you won't have to worry about find parking.

By Public Transport: The closet station would be Lilydale station or Belgrave station then you would catch the 663 bus to the festival.


The even have a small train that takes you around the festival.




Well there it is I hope you enjoyed my post about the Tulip festival. 

Have you been to this beautiful festival?

Until next time

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It’s absolutely amazing that some M&S halloween treats have arrived in Australia.  When I visited London last year, M&S was one of my favourite stores to visit. 

Selected M&S products can me found at most Coles stores in Australia

Today Ill be reviewing 2 of their halloween chocolates 


First is Hocus Croakus which is kind of similar to an aero bar. This creepy crawly chocolate toad is made with responsibly sourced cocoa and features an aerated centre for a light bubbly texture. I would give it a 9/10


Next is the Gooey ghost. it has a rich buttery filling with a gentle saltiness, which balances the sweetness of the milk chocolate. I would give it an 8/10

Well there are my 2 reviews of the halloween chocolates. I also tried the marshmallows and the peanut bites so I will review them in another post. 

Thank you for reading my review I hope you enjoyed it. 

I have decided to make some halloween inspired recipes so I will be posting those before Halloween.

Have you tried these chocolates if you have what did you think of them?

Until next time


 


Hey lovelies,

Welcome back to my page here are my Wallpapers for October


(All photos are from Pinterest and credit goes to their original owners.)


To download click on image and right click then press download.


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I hope you enjoyed my post.

Until next time 

xx Danii




Hey lovelies,

Im back with another version of Wallpapers for September


(All photos are from Pinterest and credit goes to their original owners.)


To download click on image and right click then press download.


Here is the Autumn / Fall version for the September Wallpapers


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I hope you enjoyed my post.

Until next time 

xx Danii

Hey lovelies,

I’ve decided to launch a new series on this blog. I’ll be creating monthly wallpapers and sharing them for free download if you like.


I’ll likely also do themed wallpapers so let me know your favourite themes in the comments below.


For the monthlys, I’ll cover both seasons. I’m in Australia and September is transitioning into spring while overseas it’s moving into autumn so I’ll make both versions.


(All photos are from Pinterest and credit goes to their original owners.)


To download click on image and right click then press download.


Here is September's Spring Edition


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I hope you enjoyed my post.

Until next time 

xx Danii

 Snapped a breathtaking picture of Melbourne, Australia, and looking for the right words to accompany it? I've compiled 100 captions that are just perfect for your Instagram snapshots.

Melbourne is a photogenic city brimming with incredible locales that are Instagram-worthy. So pick up your camera and begin documenting Melbourne's charm.

  1. When the city Lights up so does my Soul.

  2. Skyline Dreams

  3. City Lights, Magical Nights

  4. A day in Melbourne is a day well spent

  5. Graffti Lanes and Gourmet delights

  6. Where the river meets urban charm

  7. Melbourne, where the coffee is as rich as the culture

  8. Melbourne's Charm in contagious

  9. Finding Poetry on the streets of Melbourne.

  10. Melbourne is the Place to be

  11. Melbourne sunsets never disappoint

  12. Melbourne at Golden hour

  13. Living the Melbourne Dream

  14. Coffee and Melbourne Mornings

  15. Just a Melbourne coffee addict living her dream

  16. When in doubt, brunch it out

  17. Melbourne where love blooms like the city's vibrant flowers

  18. Walking hand in hand through Melbourne's enchanting streets

  19. Melbourne, A city that makes my soul smile.

  20. Melbourne, where dreams are made of

  21. Melbourne, where the city never sleeps

  22. Get up close and personal with the wildlife at Melbourne Zoo

  23. Family fun never ends in Melbourne

  24. Immerse yourself in Melbournes rich history and culture

  25. Hop on a tram and explore Melbourne Hidden gems

  26. I'm not lost, I'm just taking the scenic route through Melbourne's backstreets

  27. Melbourne , a city that takes its brunch very seriously

  28. Melbourne’s food scene is like a poem, with each dish telling a unique story about the city’s culture and creativity

  29. Melbourne’s fashion is like a poem, a creative expression of individuality and style.

  30. The culture of Melbourne is like a tapestry, woven together with threads of art, food, and music.

  31. Melbourne’s beaches are like a poem, a place to find serenity and escape the chaos of the city.

  32. I followed my heart, and it led me to Melbourne

  33. Big cities and blue waves

  34. Melbourne: where we measure time in coffee breaks

  35. If exploring Melbourne’s laneways was an Olympic event, I’d be a gold medalist in getting lost

  36. Take me back to Melbourne

  37. Wanderlust & city dust

  38. Melbourne love affair

  39. Melbourne magic

  40. Laneway wanderer

  41. Amongst Melbourne’s bustling crowds and vibrant energy, I found a piece of myself that had been missing

  42. Melbourne, you’ve etched yourself in my soul. Until we meet again

  43. Exploring Melbourne felt like diving into a storybook

  44. This city doesn’t sleep—it sips, strolls, and surprises.

  45. Melbourne’s magic is in the moments you don’t plan.

  46. I came for the coffee, stayed for the confusion.

  47. They say Paris is stylish; clearly, they haven’t seen Melbourne in winter.

  48. Sunshine, storms, and sarcasm, Melbourne in a nutshell.

  49. Lost in Melbourne.

  50. Just Melbourne things.

Well, there you have it. I hope you enjoyed my post. 

I’ll be doing this for all the places I’ve traveled to.

If you can think of any others, feel free to leave them in the comments, and I’ll make another post adding them in. 

Until next time!

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 I saw these adorable little fish-shaped Taiyaki on my TikTok feed, and I knew I had to try them when we went to London. They were from Chinatown Bakery.



When we went the were 4 pieces for £3 but that was back in Jan of 2026 So im not sure of the price of them now. 

In case you’ve never heard of Taiyaki, they’re a traditional Japanese dessert shaped like a red sea bream, symbolizing luck and prosperity. While the classic filling is usually sweet red bean paste, we tried the custard version, which has become a popular alternative. It was smooth and creamy, with a slight crisp to the waffle-like exterior.

Just beware that when they are first made, they are lava hot, so be careful when you bite into them. 

The outside is a waffle like exterior which goes extremely well with the custard centre. 

You actually dont even need to go inside the bakery to buy them they are sold out of a side window. But if you do happen to go in check out some of the other amazing pastries and food they have in there.

 

 
We ended up going back a few times and getting them because they were so good. 

Next time we are back in London we will definitely be going back. I highly recommend them.



GETTING THERE

They were from Chinatown Bakery in London. 7-9 Newport Place (WC2H 7JR).

It's easier to get there by the tube:

Leicester Square station is the nearest tube stop, served by the Northern and Piccadilly lines. From there, it’s just a quick 2–3 minute walk to the bakery.

Piccadilly Circus Station is just a quick five-minute walk from the bakery.

Several buses pass a stop just a short distance from Chinatown, including routes 14, 24, 27, 29, 134, 168, and C2.

Well that's all I have for todays post. I hope you liked this food review. I have a lot more from my trip that I have still yet to post. 

Have you tried these cute little custard fishes?

Now if only I can find a place in melbourne that sell these, that would be incredible.

Until next time xx

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 Today I decided to mix things up and share a blog post about my current favourites. I got the idea after watching Cherry on YouTube, where she shared her own list of current favourites. I might do this every few months or so

They will be listed into categories, and the first one is:

Beauty

  • DKNY Be Delicious Perfume in Fresh Blossom – I picked up this perfume at an airport in Malta last November and have been wearing it daily ever since. I adore the scent; it’s wonderfully fruity and floral.





  • Wild Deodorant – I’m obsessed with this deodorant, especially the Cherry Blossom scent, which is absolutely beautiful. This paddington bear case is the cutest thing ever. Its the one Ive been using.




  • Dr Paw Paw Wicked Lip Balm – I love the green one because it looks green in the tube but turns into a gorgeous pink when applied.

  • Kiko Milano 3D Hydra Lipgloss - They don’t have these in Australia, so I grabbed some during my trip to London and got completely hooked, I ended up buying five of them

Fashion




  • Pom Pom London Bag -Original bag piccadilly line Blue - I’d been seeing this brand online a lot, so when my aunty gave me one for Christmas, I was so happy and grateful. The Piccadilly line is actually the line closest to my aunty’s place, so it has special meaning. It was the first ever tube line I took when I first went to London. 

  • Adidas Galaxy 6 runners were the only shoes I brought on my 10-week trip to the UK and Europe, and I absolutely loved them. They were incredibly comfortable, and I could easily walk over 10,000 steps a day in them. The cloud foam sole was amazing.

Tech


  • Dji Osmo Pocket 3 - This camera is incredibly easy to use once you get the hang of it. I brought it along on my trip, and my dad did most of the filming with it, he absolutely loved it.

Music
  • Opalite by Taylor Swift
  • Aperture by Harry Styles

Youtube Channels
  • Harrison Webb
  • Hogan Twins
  • Cherry Wallis
  • Rosanna Pansino
  • Molly Thompson
  • Karissa Eats

TV Shows

  • Outlander
  • The Simpsons 

I think that's all I have for now. I might do these every few months or so. 

I hope you enjoyed my post. Let me know in the comments what have been you favourite this year so far?

I might even add more categories in future favourites posts.

Until next time 

xx 



Back in October, while scrolling through TikTok, I came across a video featuring the Wicked costumes at Federation Square. I instantly knew I had to see them in person. 

When we arrived, they were displayed in a glass case, and the dresses were absolutely stunning. They were there to promote the new Wicked movie that was released in November.








Did you see this? It was so beautiful to experience them up close.

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I posted a Tik Tok about the outfits.
@wanderlustwithdanii Wicked in Melbourne at federation square. It’s there until 26th October. 🩷💚 #fyp #wicked #melbourne #costumes ♬ Originalton - ETERNAL ☀️


I hope you enjoyed my post. 

Until next time xx 

If you grew up in the 90s or early 2000s like me, you were probably obsessed with Polly Pocket. And like most people I'm also hooked on Bridgerton, so when I found out that Polly Pocket was coming out with a Bridgerton-themed set, I was absolutely over the moon.

This set is absolutely beautiful, with so many intricate details. 

It comes with one Bridgerton x Polly Pocket playset, five Bridgerton character dolls, a pet, and themed accessories.

I’m definitely planning to buy it very soon.



The Characters include Sophie, Penelope, Benedict, Queen Charlotte and Colin.






When I end up buying it, I will do a review on it.

Will you be buying this set? Or have you already brought it?

Did you grow up playing Polly Pockets? I actually still have my old ones on my bookshelf.

This isn’t my typical content, but it was just too adorable not to share. I’ve got some Bridgerton travel posts coming soon, so stay tuned!

Until next time

xx
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Hi, I'm Danii. On this blog you will find everything to do with Travel and Lifestyle. I create posts across various genres, yet I have a special fondness for writing about enchanting fairytale destinations, literary spots, and historical subjects.Hope you enjoy your visit. I only blog about places I have been , So I can share my full experience with you all.

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