In our recent language investigations of the place we have affectionately named Down Under, we have discovered a wealth of languages both known and previously unknown that have piqued our interest. Last time we looked at the more familiar top languages spoken across  Australia, so this time we have decided to focus on the treasures(…)

If we were the type of people to stereotype, we might have opened this up with a few bars of Waltzing Matilda or a raucous G’day, mate! Fortunately we are nowhere near that cringe-worthy, and to let you know that we intend to continue our look at the languages of Australia in a more dignified(…)

When you think of Australia it is fair to assume your thoughts involve barbecues on the beach, intriguing (and terrifying) wildlife, and blistering under the heat of the sun. Now that is all well and good if you are planning a holiday, but if you want to get away from those typical stereotypes, how about(…)

Usually when we talk about language, tongues like English, Chinese, or French tend to come to mind. However, there around 7,000 languages in existence today, making our linguistic world a diverse and fascinating place. While it’s estimated that one language dies out every two weeks, as long as a language has speakers it tends to(…)

Melbourne has been named one of the world’s most livable cities time and time again. It has also been named one of the most expensive. And if you’re a budget traveler looking to see this beautiful and fun-loving corner of the world for yourself, it would be easy to be scared away by the high(…)

Sydney is a popular vacation destination for families, but without the right prep you may find yourself unsure of where to go or what to do upon your arrival. It has a notably upscale–and even uptight–feel to it, especially if you’ve come from the more laid back Perth or Melbourne. But fear not, there are(…)