The Northern Territory's Kakadu National Park Taste of Kakadu in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park is a very special Indigenous Food Festival celebrating local bush food culture. I was fortunate to be part of the festival during the 2019 Taste of Kakadu. The Bowali Visitor Centre The scent of freshly cooking food … [Read more...]
A comfortable home away from home in Kyoto – Mimaru Nishinotoin Takatsuji
Creature comforts and space in Kyoto One aspect about Japan travellers regularly comment on, is that hotel rooms are often on the smaller side. And I get it. Space comes at a premium price in this island country, home to 126.8 million people. But with a little research, you can find exceptions to the 'small hotel room' syndrome without costing a … [Read more...]
Igniting my Christmas spirit in Washington State
Where I live on Australia’s east coast, Christmas falls smack bang in the middle of summer and its hot. So hot in fact Christmas Day usually involves a swim in the pool just to bring the core body temperature down. If you’re lucky enough to be in an air-conditioned home, Christmas lunch is enjoyed in a room regulated at a comfortable temperature. … [Read more...]
Recommended short getaways in Australia and New Zealand
Chuffed to be included in blogger Dean Williamson from Lavidaglobal.com list of the best places in Australia and New Zealand for a short getaway "To show you some of the magnificent places you might be missing we have asked some experienced travellers to let us in on their favourite places in Australia and New Zealand to get away for a few … [Read more...]
Where to find Queensland’s award winning wineries
Discovering Queensland's world-class wineries (and scenery) I’m partial to being outdoors and love to follow the hiking trails through the Australian bush. It had been way too long between visits to Girraween National Park. How long? My eldest, James was almost six when I last clambered over the magnificent granite boulders with some very … [Read more...]
Where to find the love in the Granite Belt Region
I’m not talking about the love of the Bachelor / Bachelorette kind. Rather where you’ll find 'lovely' experiences in this rural region thanks to the passion of the local people. The big-hearted State One thing I know about Queenslanders is we’re a resilient bunch. We have an innate ability to draw on our inner reserves and stay strong … [Read more...]
O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat
This incredible haven within Lamington National Park is brimming with plenty of bushwalking experiences and gorgeous (sometimes tame) wildlife. Read about my review on what you can do at O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat … [Read more...]
Walking below the canopy of ancient giants
Walking through a rainforest reminiscent of the forests that covered the ancient supercontinent of Gondwana A strange noise breaks the gentle silence of the rainforest. Initially, my thoughts were it sounds like the cries of a baby, but then as it repeats, my brain likens it to that of a cat’s meow - but somewhat strangulated. “That’s a green … [Read more...]
Seattle’s Maxwell Hotel where pineapples rule
Seattle is a city visitors don’t want to leave. I put my hand up and admit I was one of those visitors. Despite spending four days exploring the city, then sneaking up to Vancouver before returning for one more night in Seattle, I was sad to say farewell to the Emerald City. Staying in the Maxwell Hotel for my last night was the perfect way to end … [Read more...]
Five things to do in and near Darwin
The time is 'right' to visit the Northern Territory before it gets too hot. On the cusp of the dry season, here's five new must do’s for Darwin. This was my second visit to Darwin, I’ve shared some other favourite experiences from my first trip. Tiwi Islands The Tiwi Islands are a chain of nine islands 80 Kilometres (50 miles) north of … [Read more...]
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