Heathcote on Show: A Winter Wine Weekend in the Goldfields
Every winter, the charming Goldfields town of Heathcote becomes a hotbed of activity for the annual Heathcote on Show wine festival. Dozens of winemakers from across the Heathcote wine regio take over more than 20 venues in the centre of town, making the main street of Heathcote a one-stop shop for some of the best wines in the country. Heathcote on Show is held on … Continue reading Heathcote on Show: A Winter Wine Weekend in the Goldfields
A Weekend in the King Valley & High Country Victoria
Victoria’s High Country is one of the best places in Victoria for a weekend getaway from Melbourne. High Country encompasses Victoria’s northeast, including the Alpine Region and the King Valley wine region. The region boomed during Australia’s Gold Rush in the 1850s and many of the towns in the area have been beautifully preserved, especially the largest, Beechworth. With so much to see & do … Continue reading A Weekend in the King Valley & High Country Victoria
Lefkes: Paros’ enchanting medieval capital
Lefkes is one of the most beautiful villages in Paros. Tucked away in the mountains, it became Paros’ medieval capital because it was hidden from pirates, and today it’s largely hidden from mass tourism. The tiny, narrow streets are pedestrian-only, preserving a sense of tranquility, even as the crowds gently swell after the first bus arrives around 11am. Since it’s not on the water, like … Continue reading Lefkes: Paros’ enchanting medieval capital
A Day Trip to Daylesford & the Macedon Ranges
The elegant spa town of Daylesford & the surrounding Macedon Ranges make a perfect day trip from Melbourne. On our first day trip to Daylesford & the Macedon Ranges, David & I had brunch at a Macedon cafe, enjoyed a very short but rewarding hike to the Camel’s Hump Lookout on Mt Macedon, enjoyed some sunshine and live music while doing a cider tasting at … Continue reading A Day Trip to Daylesford & the Macedon Ranges
15 of The Best Restaurants in Melbourne
Melbourne is Australia’s capital of food & dining, so picking the best restaurant in Melbourne to try on your visit can seem overwhelming. Luckily, it is very hard to go wrong. The best restaurants in Melbourne include world-renowned restaurants like Attica and Gimlet, glamorous fine dining in gorgeous surrounds like at Reine & La Rue and Grill Americano, and local favourites such as Carlton Wine … Continue reading 15 of The Best Restaurants in Melbourne
Cinque Terre Towns: Guide to the 5 Villages of Cinque Terre, Italy
Cinque Terre is a series of 5 colourful villages on the coast of northwest Italy in the region of Liguria. The Cinque Terre villages are some of the most beautiful and popular destinations in Liguria, alongside pretty Portofino. The five Cinque Terre villages are Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore, and each village is slightly different to the last. There is a local train connecting … Continue reading Cinque Terre Towns: Guide to the 5 Villages of Cinque Terre, Italy
Jackalope: Staying at Australia’s most luxurious destination hotel
Jackalope is one of the most luxurious destination hotels in Australia, winning multiple awards when it opened in 2019 and attracting visitors from across the country and around the world. Easily the most sought after luxury weekend away from Melbourne, Jackalope is located on the Mornington Peninsula, which is just a 1 hour drive from Melbourne. We stayed at Jackalope for two nights, as part … Continue reading Jackalope: Staying at Australia’s most luxurious destination hotel
Exploring Miami’s Little Havana
Miami is one of the most seductive cities in the USA. Beyond the crystal clear waters of South Beach, Ocean Drive’s art deco hotels and Miami’s megaclubs, the city’s vibrant Latin American culture is what really makes Miami tick. It’s a perfect example of America’s regional cultural diversity and is one of the reasons Miami is one of my favourite travel destinations in the USA. The beating … Continue reading Exploring Miami’s Little Havana
3 Days in Miami: South Beach, Little Havana & Wynwood
During our one month-long trip around the USA & Canada, we spent 3 days in Miami, which was the perfect amount of time for us as first time visitors to Miami. We stayed in South Beach, and spent time in Little Havana and Wynwood. Three completely different neighbourhoods, three completely different versions of Miami, and all such quintessential experiences of the city. Why visit Miami? … Continue reading 3 Days in Miami: South Beach, Little Havana & Wynwood
3 Days in Vancouver: Things to Do, See & Whistler Day Trip
My first introduction to Canada was 3 days in Vancouver, including a day trip to Whistler. In 3 days in Vancouver, there is plenty of time to see the city’s greatest attractions, including the Capilano Bridge, Stanley Park, Granville Island and the beachy Kitsilano neighbourhood. A day trip to Whistler was the icing on the cake, with the summer weather making perfect conditions for hiking, … Continue reading 3 Days in Vancouver: Things to Do, See & Whistler Day Trip