Oceania

January 13, 2017

Don’t go to Australia Without Understanding These 50 Things!^Featured

Is the land down under calling? How could it not be with its thousands of pristine beaches, its funny and unique wildlife and its rusty red centre? Not only does Australia boast some of the most impressive natural wonders in the…

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Akaroa Dolphins Cruise, Hector's Dolphin

January 10, 2017

Spotting the World’s Smallest and Rarest Dolphins in Akaroa

In Nature, New Zealand

I don’t know about you guys, but for me, having a wildlife encounter on a trip always makes it that extra bit special. I get such a thrill from observing animals in the wild and it’s such a treat to see…

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January 2, 2017

Welcome to New Zealand’s Capital of All Things Cool: Wellington

In City Breaks, Hotels, New Zealand, Reviews

Wellington in New Zealand’s North Island is not just the country’s political capital, but also the capital of all things cool. This picturesque, harbour city is nestled neatly between wooded hills and its steep streets lined with charming weatherboard homes…

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December 12, 2016

How to Spend a Perfect Day in Beechworth

In Australia, Food and Wine, Road Trips, Weekend Escapes

After spending the morning exploring Chiltern and Yackandandah, two of the High Country’s most charming country towns, Camilla from The Alimental Sage and I continued our journey south through the Indigo Shire to our final stop of our trip: Beechworth. Known…

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Chiltern, Historical Town, High Country, Victoria, Street

December 6, 2016

A Detour Through the High Country’s Most Charming Historical Towns

In Australia, Road Trips, Weekend Escapes

With its rich, colonial past and gold mining heritage, its offering of gourmet temptations and reputation for producing some of Australia’s best wine, there’s so much begging to be discovered in Victoria’s High Country. After spending the previous day winery hopping…

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December 1, 2016

The Best of Port Macquarie: Where to Eat, Play and Stay

In Australia, Food and Wine, Nature

Looking for a low-key coastal getaway that boasts the perfect balance of abundant natural beauty, a surprisingly cosmopolitan dining scene and the friendliest locals to boot? Let me introduce you to Port Macquarie on New South Wales’ north coast. As one of the…

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Grapevine Glamping, Cofield Wines, Rutherglen

November 28, 2016

A Wine Lover’s Dream: Grapevine Glamping in Rutherglen

In Australia, Hotels, Nature, Reviews

Wine lovers take note: I’ve found you the accommodation that all your wine dreams are made of. After a long lunch at historical winery, All Saints Estate, followed by a little pedal power to cellar door hop around town (read about…

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Wallaby, Wildlife Habitat, Far North Queensland

November 24, 2016

Crocs, Cassowaries and Kangaroos: Where to Spot Wildlife in Far North Queensland

In Australia, Nature

Wildlife encounters make for some of the most exciting and memorable travel experiences. I love learning about different native animals and being able to spot them in the wild is always a highlight of any trip. Australia is home to some of the most…

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Rutherglen, Pedal to Produce, Wine Cycle

November 21, 2016

In Pursuit of the Ultimate Wine Experience in Rutherglen

In Australia, Food and Wine, Nature, Weekend Escapes

There’s something about the Australian bush that just feels like home. Even though I’ve spent most of my life in cities, I grew up in a small suburb on the outskirts of Melbourne that was surrounded by state park. Our…

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