An unexpected night of luxury. How I went from sleeping in my car to overnighting in a five-star villa near Devonport Tasmania What is The Cove The Cove Tasmania, as the name implies is nestled in a cove on Tassie’s north west coast. Perched on a cliff above a stony beach, The Cove is for discerning travelers seeking a serene and picturesque … [Read more...]
Climbing 287 steps leads to finding Zen and a local connection in regional Japan
Finding connection to culture, nature, people, and community when stepping off the beaten track in Japan leaves a lasting impression. Discovering the essence of Japanese Buddhist culture There are many temples in Japan but one in Mount Minobu in the Yamanashi Prefecture is special. As one of the three most sacred mountains in Japanese … [Read more...]
Quaffers have luxe cabins for a comfortable stay in Queensland’s Granite Belt
To the Granite Belt from Brisbane Recently I made another trip to the Granite Belt Region. A few weeks ago I was with a group of travel writers from the @astw_inc heading to the annual long lunch in granitebeltwinecountry . From Brisbane the Granite Belt Region is located southwest - a smidge under three hour’s drive. This time I … [Read more...]
From backpacking to cruising how my travel style changed with the passage of time
Childhood travel memories My parents used to 'drag' my two brothers and I around various parts of Australia in the car. Road trips were a big part of my childhood. In those days (mid 1970's) there wasn't any air conditioning in the cars. I recall after being on the road for too many hours, boredom set in (pre ipads or video devices) my brothers … [Read more...]
Luxe Glamping tents in Longreach provide an authentic outback adventure
Glamping in Longreach is like a safari in Africa without the African animals Swap the city for the Outback In June 2023 I stayed in one of the Glamping Tents belonging to Mitchell Grass Retreats on the outskirts of Longreach. I’ll never forget waking up on my first morning. Looking out from my king bed, through the tent’s insect screens out … [Read more...]
The soaring heights of love
A story of love, adventure, and a passion for nature that culminated in the protection of a Tasmanian wilderness region for future generations to enjoy This story was published in MiNDFOOD Magazine in August 2022. It is the story that was selected as a finalist in the Australian Society of Travel Writers Awards for Excellence 2023, in the … [Read more...]
The Queensland Outback is calling
Feel like you are part of the landscape, learn about the Outback history and meet the characters of Western Queensland on an Outback Aussie Tour. I’ve lived in Queensland the majority of my life and never ventured further west than Charlotte Plains. A few months ago I rectified that oversight and travelled solo to Outback Queensland. I flew into … [Read more...]
Cooking up a storm outside of Hobart
In June 2022 I did a hands-on cooking class at the Agrarian kitchen in New Norfolk. This full-day experience (9am – 4pm) included a delicious lunch, cooked by the class under the watchful eye and expert tutelage of Rodney Dunn. In 2008 Rodney and his wife Séverine Demanet began conducting cooking classes at their Agrarian Kitchen Cooking … [Read more...]
Springbrook and Tamborine Rainforest Tour
Located south of Brisbane in the Gold Coast Hinterland, Springbrook National Park and Tamborine National Park are packed with scenic highlights. This tour will show you the best of both these verdant rainforest wonderlands. Visitors to Brisbane are spoilt for choices of spectacular landscapes to enjoy. As a guest of Queensland Day Tours … [Read more...]
Why I think Japan is so special
IT IS THE PEOPLE Beyond Japan's incredible scenery and cultural experiences, my enduring memories come from interactions with its people. Unfailingly polite, nothing is ever too much trouble for the Japanese people I have encountered on my visits. Being helpful seems to be in their DNA. Should they see you struggling with directions (whether … [Read more...]
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