6 sanity-saving tips for road tripping with kids
Is there anything more nostalgia-inducing than a road trip? Doubt it! Whether it’s the memories of playing I Spy or asking “Are we there yet?” for the hundredth time, a road trip is one of the best holidays a family can have. And if you’re planning a road trip with your kids, then you can’t …
21 tips for Aussies travelling to Fiji
I’m sure you’ve heard it from your neighbour or colleague, but if you still haven’t experienced it for yourself, Fiji is truly a piece of paradise – and it’s so accessible. I recently took a five-day Fiji break with my husband and our five-year-old (a just-over-three-hour flight from Brisbane) and we didn’t want to leave. …
Flying with kids? 8 must-have carry-on items
The idea of taking your kids on a long-haul flight might make you think about having your family holiday closer to home. Like, in the lounge room. But it’s not that scary – we promise! The secret is in clever carry-on packing. Sure, there are the obvious essentials, like a water bottle, a change of …
An insider’s guide to Bowen
Wot’s not to love about Bowen? It’s a chilled-out beach town in the heart of the Whitsundays AND it’s home to everyone’s favourite fruit – Bowen mangoes. Plus it could be about to get even more awesome. Bowen is a finalist in our Festival of Wot competition and in the running to win its very …
Spring flings: 10 romantic getaways for spring
As we come out of hibernation and get ready for summer, there’s no better time for a spring fling. With the sun shining and the flowers blooming, it really is a romantic time of year. So, here are 10 romantic getaway spots to make use of the most wonderful time of the year. NSW Anchorage …
Game changers! 10 items to make any economy flight feel first class
If you think a neck pillow is enough to get the most out of an economy flight, we’ve got news for you! Here are 10 must-have game-changing items that will make your next trip feel like first class. 1. Electrolyte tablets Humidity levels on planes sits as low as 12% (versus the comfortable 60% you’re …
Travel hacks: How hotel freebies can lift your packing game
You may have packed everything you needed for your trip: every piece of clothing, footwear and toiletry item tucked away. But sometimes things happen mid-trip that can muck up your packing. From muddy shoes to leaky bottles of sunscreen, there are plenty of potential hazards. But never fear, last-minute packing salvation can come from some …
5 awesome reasons to visit Townsville ASAP
If there’s one thing you should know about Townsville, it’s that there are SO many things to see and do while you’re there. It’s the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, the largest city in Northern Australia and was named Wotif’s Top Winter Destination for 2019 (320 days of sunshine a year will do that!). …
18 reasons you need a holiday WITHOUT your kids
If you’re a parent, you probably know the guilt that can come with going on holiday without the kids. There’s that little inner voice that keeps barging in and saying you shouldn’t go away without your little (or sometimes big) darlings by your side. But that little voice doesn’t know what it’s talking about! Holidaying …
