Cherry Blossom Footsteps
Adventures in Japan and Hong Kong
BY GAIL HOLLOWAY
Twenty-something Lauren is on her first overseas adventure - to Japan, then Hong Kong, tracing the 1960s footsteps of her beloved nan.
This enchanting tale follows Lauren on a fun journey, through two vibrant Asian cultures. With an ancient history, modern life, new friendships and romance, Lauren’s is a story of discovery - of new lands, and herself.
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"A lovely time spent meandering through Japan
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DISCOVER
The story behind Gail's first-ever published novel
A surreal play on words
The original print of one of my favourite photographs has recently sold for a record amount. A thumping $US 12.4 million to be precise, around twice what was predicted. American…
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Home – A Border Collie story
A Sergio Fionda anecdote, as told to Gail Holloway Sleet slid across the window as I sat looking out. Early January had been especially bitter this year. Bleakness hung across…
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What I love about Japan
Everybody I know who’s been to Japan say they love it. There’s a great deal to love. Everyone who’s yet to get there say it’s at the top of their…
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What I love about Macau
I have a particular fondness for Macau. It’s the distinctive combination of Macanese, Chinese and Portuguese influence. It’s also the peaceful way it seems to approach life. Hong Kong can…
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What I love about Hong Kong
Hong Kong. The harbour is indisputably the essence of the city. The whole place has an undeniable energy about it – with the liveliness of both Hong Kong Island and…
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The Value of Tea
I was a relatively late convert to tea. I used to prefer coffee and I think my mum, as a dedicated tea-drinker, felt she’d failed in my upbringing. But I…
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Say it better – words from other languages
You can become a better traveller by paying attention to words that don’t exist in English, says travel writer Brian Johnston. He went on to talk about a Dutch word…
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A little something extra
Sometimes, if you’re lucky, you get a little something extra. Like when you order a half dozen doughnuts or potato cakes and they throw in one more as a bonus.…
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Gail’s 2007 – A game-changer
In many ways 2007 was a game-changer. It was my job to help keep children safe, but toys became so hazardous we nearly had to cancel Christmas. It was also the…
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How I got started writing
I didn’t set out to write a novel. Cherry Blossom Footsteps was the first piece of creative writing I had done, and it began after an overseas trip when I…
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