During Christmas and New Year, I relaxed in sunny Noosa, Queensland. Now, the time has arrived to joyfully represent my memories from one of my favourite places in the world.

These photographs reflect a beautiful holiday in paradise. I can definitely say that Noosa feels like my home away from home in Australia. There is so much to love about Noosa and its surrounding areas in the Sunshine Coast. The lifestyle, the people, the weather, the beaches, the nature, the food, the style, the vibes. I would love others to adore this place as much as I do, thus I have compiled my favourite places and activities for anyone to explore.

To eat: 10 Hastings Street, Cafe Le Monde, Berarado’s Bistro on the Beach, El Capitano, Betty’s Burgers, Blended Health Bar, Noosa Boathouse, Noosa Juicer, Miss Moneypenny’s

To shop: Alterior Motif, Goddess, Lamington, Askew Noosa, Chloe and Grace, Bow And Arrow, Eumundi Markets (every Wednesday + Saturday), Berkelouw Books, Noosa Marina Markets (every Sunday), George X Betty, Belmondos Organic Market, Noosa Farmers’ Markets (every Sunday)

To go: Noosa Main Beach, Little Cove Beach, Boiling Pot, Granite Bay, Noosa National Park, Noosaville River, Montville Village, Woodford Folk Festival, Noosa Festival of Surfing

To do: Breathe, Relax, Ocean swims, Soak the sunshine, Long walks by the beach, Enjoy

Ciao xx

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Photographs by © MCTL and IL