Amanda Kendle
I'm an writer, travel addict and English teacher; I'm currently based in my home country, Australia, but I'm obsessed with travel and learning about new places.
A highlight of my life was a Trans-Siberian rail journey from Vladivostok to St Petersburg, followed by months wandering from the Baltics to the Balkans. Other favorite journeys include several weeks backpacking around Tunisia, spending a Christmas in Finnish Lapland and heading to the outback in Australia.
I write freelance posts for many travel-related websites including Europe A La Carte, Kathika, Jaunted.com and Vagabondish. My articles have been published in Student Traveler, Go World Travel, hidden europe, Inside Out Travel and many others. Teaching English as a foreign language is my second area of expertise and my students inspire me to learn about their cultures and countries too. You can follow my travel writing life at my blog, Not A Ballerina.
Beyond travel writing, I'm determined to become a published novelist. Becoming a Fiction Writer follows my journey from ideas through NaNoWriMo drafts to revising and editing my novel manuscripts - and hopefully, to publication.
Latest Articles
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Review: Tuvalu by Andrew O'Connor
Like many young Australian writers, Andrew O'Connor draws on overseas experiences to write his award-winning first novel Tuvalu; it says much about Australia and Japan.
Jun 12, 2008
- Amanda Kendle
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Sightseeing South of Mandurah
Take a day trip from Perth, Western Australia to eat at the Bouvard Winery, south of Mandurah, and see the ancient thrombolites at Lake Clifton in the Yalgorup Lakes.
May 10, 2008
- Amanda Kendle
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Cycling Around Rottnest Island
A stay on Rottnest Island makes a Western Australian vacation perfect, especially if you cycle around the beaches and bays and go snorkeling and swimming.
Apr 18, 2008
- Amanda Kendle
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Travel Facts for Rottnest Island
Find out the various ways to get to Rottnest Island, located just off the city of Perth, Western Australia, and learn about the various accommodation options available.
Feb 14, 2008
- Amanda Kendle
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Anzac Biscuit Alternative Recipes
The classic Australian cookie is the Anzac Biscuit, a mix of rolled oats and golden syrup arising from World War One. Bake some new alternatives with these variations.
Feb 7, 2008
- Amanda Kendle
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5 Free Toys For Your Kittens
Cats and kittens can be very creative when they play, and most of the time they don't need expensive toys to have fun. Here are five cat toys you can make for free.
Feb 4, 2008
- Amanda Kendle
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Kings Park in Western Australia
Not many cities have such a large and beautiful parkland as Western Australia's capital, Perth. Kings Park looks over the Swan River and the central business district.
Jan 21, 2008
- Amanda Kendle
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Sail the Leeuwin in Australia
The Sail Training Ship Leeuwin is a magnificent replica tall ship that sails along the Western Australian coast. During summer, tourists can join for a day sail.
Jan 17, 2008
- Amanda Kendle
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Western Australia’s Fremantle Jail
Fremantle Prison is one of Western Australia's most historic buildings. Built by convicts in the 1850s, today it is a sightseeing must when visiting Perth.
Dec 16, 2007
- Amanda Kendle
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Marine Life at AQWA in Perth, WA
The coastline of Western Australia is rich in marine life and it's all on display in an aquarium named AQWA at Hillarys Boat Harbour north of state capital Perth.
Oct 31, 2007
- Amanda Kendle
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