Springbrook National Park and Tamborine Mountain

Yesterday we spent the day exploring Springbrook National Park, Mount Tamborine and the Hinterland of the Gold Coast with a friend from work. We'd been wanting to go for ages but you can't get there by public transport so we were chuffed that a friend could take us to show us all of the best spots! You can get to the national parks within about 45 minutes from the middle of the city of the Gold Coast so if you have a car it's easily accessible and an amazing place to go and visit. The scenery is so beautiful and peaceful, the Springbrook rainforest is full of animals and luscious vegetation and smells so fresh and clean, i love all of the exotic rainforest sounds too - we took the easy walking trail which takes between 30-45 minutes and leads you to the caves and waterfall. We spent some time there soaking up the rainforest vibes and enjoying the atmosphere before we headed to Mount Tamborine to explore the rock pools, waterfalls and mountain area. There are lots of different trails and hikes to choose from so we walked to the natural freshwater swimming areas - you can climb over the rocks and explore the hidden areas too which was amazing. After we grabbed a peppermint tea and went to watch the sunset and hand-gliders on the mountain over the Gold Coast, the sky was so golden and magical. It was definitely one of our top places we've visited so far whilst living on the Gold Coast so i very much recommend it, it's such a treat to enjoy the natural environment and get to know the real Australia!
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The Monday Piece - Acclimatising

This week's Monday Piece is on acclimatising! When we arrived on the Gold Coast at the end of March the temperature was 28 degrees ish upwards, i thought it was so hot and was definitely getting all hot and bothered whilst out and about - this was at the end of the Queensland version of autumn which couldn't be more different from damp and cold autumn back in the UK...four months in and we are coming to the end of the Gold Coast winter, which hasn't really been a winter at all with average temperatures at around 23/24 degrees daily, barely any rain, and a little gust of wind every now and again - BUT i've definitely started to acclimatise and wore a full skin covered outfit at the weekend in 25 degree sunshine so obviously took the chance to grab a few outfit photos in actual clothes to make the most of it! If i'm not hanging out in my bikini then i'm otherwise wearing cut offs and a little top so it felt good to wear a familiar look to make me feel a bit more like myself. I picked up this jumper from the Aussie Boohoo for $8 which is a total steal, i's so soft and lightweight too which gives it the cosy factor i adore :).
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*Boohoo jumper*
*Zara jeans, here*
*Missguided belt*
*Wittner shoes, here*
*Louis Vuitton bag*
*Necklace, gift*
*Bracelet, gift*

Rosegal Under £20 Lust List

I am a total sucker for a bargain so i've been browsing RoseGal for some on trend pieces that i need in my life, all of the pieces below are under £20.00 so it's a great excuse to grab a few new bits without breaking the bank! Off the shoulder ruffle tops look so cute and are great worn with either jeans or shorts, the ruffle striped white style has a classic look to it with extra flounciness for Summer which i love, at just over £11.00 you can't really go wrong - they also have the cutest selection of pink crop tops that make the best basic tees. As always i need a bit of an injection of moody black into my lust list so the sheer black lace top definitely satisfies that, i'd wear mine with some black skinny jeans and buckled boots for an all black sassy look - this one is only £12.50 so i'm not complaining! I'm also loving the simple strappy top and wrap shirt that are my go to style for casual days where i want be comfy but look cute, draped designs are so flattering too. RoseGal also have some super hot swimwear for pocket money prices, the low cut backless swimsuit is ideal if your'e a little body conscious but still packs a punch when it comes to showing just enough skin on the beach or at the pool, the tropical bikini is also a flattering style and would look fab with a mojito in hand and a sunshine backdrop! Definitely check out Rosegal for their latest fashion drops at bargain prices, plus you can get an additional 10% off with the code 'RGEN' - i'm always keeping my eyes on their new in section which is full of on trend pieces :).
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