Katherine, Author at Bright Lights of America

COVID-19 Quarantine in Australia

by Katherine | Jul 12, 2020 | Australia, Expat Life, Life, Travel

First published May 15, 2020, last updated July 14, 2020 Australia’s international borders are currently closed to anyone other than citizens, residents, and their immediate family members. There are also strict quarantine measures in place for those returning...

Best hikes in Northern California

by Katherine | Jun 26, 2020 | The Americas, Travel

Finding the best hikes in Northern California isn’t too difficult, because there are so many gorgeous trails peppered across the state. My first bit of research for this post was to do a quick search of the blog for hikes, and it turns out I’ve been on...

United States suspends some work visas

by Katherine | Jun 23, 2020 | Community, Expat Life, Getting Started

The White House issued a proclamation last night (June 22) suspending entry to the United States for some foreign workers, in a move that is said to hit the country’s technology industry hardest. The move isn’t a complete surprise – President Trump...

Stunning things to do in Fort Bragg & Mendocino, California

by Katherine | Jun 19, 2020 | The Americas, Travel

Fort Bragg & Mendocino are nestled about halfway between San Francisco and the Oregon border in California. Together they are one of those beautiful coastal spots that have to be seen to be believed. As you can imagine, there are plenty of things to do in Fort...

The 27 best views in San Francisco

by Katherine | May 28, 2020 | The Americas, Travel

San Francisco is all about colour. The blue ocean, the red Golden Gate Bridge, the pretty pastel Painted Ladies, the street art, and rainbows representing LGBTQ rights that are ingrained in the city. Virtually everywhere you look is an Instagram-worthy moment. But...