Great Ocean Road Walk Thirteen women in their late 30’s to mid 40’s on a three day walking/hiking adventure. Are there likely to be thirteen different agendas? Married, divorced, separated, de-facto and single, our group covered an eclectic “relationship status” mix. Professional, semi-professional, full-time and part-time workers, some … [Read more...]
Fiji’s little circle of Paradise
To share or not to share, that is the question. A few years ago, searching through the many spectacular internet sites showcasing Fijian Island getaways, I discovered a tiny jewel in the Mamanuca group of Islands. Following my third visit to this idyllic Fijian tropical isle, I considered NOT writing about my experience. I thought keeping my … [Read more...]
Perisher – our first snow experience
Busting out in Perisher Single mum takes her three kids (ages 13, 9 and 9) to the Australian snow fields for their first ever snow experience. Sound like a challenging, brave and somewhat crazy holiday idea? Well I survived the challenge holiday last August – five and a half days at the snow (Perisher, New South Wales) and two days in … [Read more...]
Springbrook National Park – the lure of Nature or Reality TV?
Living in Brisbane I am spoilt for choice regarding weekend escapes. Too often I head interstate or overseas, rather than choosing the adventurous and beautiful places closer to home. Today, I discovered one of nature's unique places, only an hour from home. Springbrook National Park Reality TV lifts many unknowns to celebrity status. Can it … [Read more...]
Byron Bay Retreat for women
Week-end retreat in Byron Bay - for women - I have the ideal group: Getaway Girls - a perfect place for Women wanting to re-charge in Byron Bay Read about my experience as a Getaway Girl: published on weekend notes, December 2013. http://www.weekendnotes.com/getaway-girls-retreat-for-women-byron-bay/ … [Read more...]
Sydney vs Melbourne
Sydney vs Melbourne Good Old Fashioned Rivalry, or something more? Feel a gathering of emotions when you see three innocent words on a page? Note the "vs" discreetly tucked between Sydney and Melbourne. Such an insignificant abbreviation, but reading those two letters, immediately conjures a strong, emotive word: RIVALRY. Aussies love … [Read more...]
Gotta Get Away
Every now and again I feel the need to get up and go. To re-charge the batteries and change the scenery. Planning a week-end escape is almost as good as the escape itself. In South-East Queensland we are spoilt for choice. With wheels to get you there and the desire to go, adventure or relaxation is only around the corner. I decided on heading … [Read more...]
Bay of Fires, Tasmania
Hiking Solo – Gourmet Style Why is it glossy tour brochures never mention the least memorable tour moments? It was after midnight. I was trying desperately to locate a warm pocket somewhere in the depths of my sleeping bag. The paper-thin walls of my tent were failing to shield me from the cool outside air. Random gusts of wind inhaling the … [Read more...]