10 indulgent Aussie getaways that won’t break the bank
Luxury doesn’t always need to come with a hefty price tag. Here in Oz, there are plenty of indulgent getaways that won’t take a huge chunk out of your bank balance. Here are 10 of my top picks! 1. The Chen, VIC If you want to do Melbourne right, book into one of the city’s …
Getaways three hours (or less) from your capital city
Sure, Aussie cities are world-class but that’s not all this great big country has to offer a keen and curious traveller – and you don’t even have to travel too far from the city to experience it! I’ve found some of the best spots less than three hour’s drive away from every capital city, perfect …
Why you should swap roses for a hotel stay this Valentine’s Day
Roses are lovely, don’t get me wrong. But let’s face it, half the fun of a V-Day flower delivery is wowing your colleagues ? With many of us still working from home (thanks COVID!), I reckon it’s time to ditch the roses and put that pressie money to much better use. Not only will it …
7 stunning Aussie swimming spots to put on your hit list
There’s no better way to stave off the hot Aussie weather than with a refreshing dip. Don’t pester your pal with the backyard pool – Oz has plenty of pretty places to dive into that will do the trick. Here are nine natural swimming spots we reckon are tops. 1. Lake McKenzie, QLD Named Boorangoora …
Where your star sign says you should travel in 2021
This is the year of the much-needed holiday. Not sure where to go? Lucky for you, we’ve consulted the stars so you’ll know exactly where to travel in 2021 (when the time is right, of course!). We asked manifester and psychic medium Linda Willow Roberts for her ideas on where you should bookmark for this …
8 of Australia’s hottest new hotel openings
Incredible swimming pools, awesome on-site eateries and every mod-con you could think of: welcome to some of Australia’s hottest new hotels, now ready for check in. 1. Oval Hotel, SA Sports fans rejoice: you can now stay close to the action with this new hotel on the grounds at Adelaide Oval. Experiences on offer include …
10 hotel pools that will make a splash on your next summer holiday
There are few things as exciting as finding out your friend has a backyard pool – it’s the ultimate in summer luxury! For those of us who aren’t lucky enough to have a friend like that, we took a deep dive for you and found 10 hotel pools around Oz that we think are worth …
How to travel without using annual leave
I’ve had a revelation during this pandemic and while I don’t want to overpromise here, I reckon it’s game-changing. It might seem strange that it’s taken me six months to reach this revelation but in my defense, I’ve been busy: I’ve baked banana bread, (unsuccessfully) bleached my hair, taken up painting and had enough online …
8 amazing NZ getaways where you can hang out with animals
Animals are adorable, and New Zealand just happens to have some of the cutest on Earth. Seriously. Luckily, we know the best spots around the island nation to, well, spot them. Here are eight to take your pick from. 1. Penguins and dolphins at Dunedin The south island city of Dunedin is home to the …
10 amazing NZ beach towns we love all year round
A trip to the beach is always a great family day out, especially in NZ, which has so many picturesque beach towns. Here are 10 we think are especially awesome to visit at any time of year. 1. Maraetai The “meeting place by the sea”, Maraetai is the starting point for an epic five-day kayak …
