We haven’t been everywhere, but we’re working on it! We did the whole back-packing thing a while ago, so now we like to travel a little more comfortably. Read on for travel tips and stories of Europe, America, Asia, Africa and Australia and the South Pacific… so far!
Japan is a great country to drive in. The roads are excellent, the other drivers are polite and you can really see so much more of the country. Here are our top tips on how to drive safely in Japan. Driving in a different country is one of my favourite things. However, the idea of … Read more
Mudgee – a little over 3 ½ hours northwest of Sydney – is home to some of the greatest food and wine on the planet. Not to mention the friendliest locals in the country. Talking of locals, here’s the hot list from a Mudgee local on where to eat in this beautiful country town. Mudgee is … Read more
We all dread the boredom of long-haul flights. Anything over 5 hours in the air and your brain starts turning to jelly. Here are 5 TV series to take with you that’ll keep you sane and make the hours in the air fly by. Having something that’ll hold your attention away from the usual irritations … Read more
Need to recharge but don’t have any annual leave left? A romantic staycation is the perfect solution. Here are our top 5 tips on a romantic relaxing holiday in your own city. Just because you’re spending time with your partner doesn’t mean it’s quality time, which is the important thing. Because Mrs Romance and I … Read more
When you’re planning a trip somewhere new, your first priority is where to stay. But deciding where to stay in Sydney can be tricky. Here’s our guide to finding where to stay in Sydney. With so many factors at play, finding that perfect place to stay is always hard. Budget, location, services, room type… sometimes … Read more
Playing tourist in your own city is a lot of fun – especially with cities like Sydney. So if you’re a local or if you’re just visiting, here are our tips on exploring Sydney and getting the most out of the Harbour City. Getting to see your hometown from a tourist’s perspective is fascinating. And … Read more
Apple pie is as American as the stars and stripes of Old Glory, but not all apple pie is made equal. We explore the possibility that the best apple pie in the USA is in the little gold rush town of Julian, California. It’s no exaggeration to say that America has a fascination with apple … Read more
2016 has certainly been a polarising year, hasn’t it? Anecdotally, I’ve heard some amazing stories of romance and happiness, and some horrible tragic tales that broke my heart. On top of that, the strangeness and cruelty of the political world, and the passing of some of the planet’s most influential popular artists have made 2016 … Read more
The wonder of the travel isn’t just about where you are now; it’s about learning of your next destination from fellow travellers. We’ve asked some of our favourite travel blogger friends – the people with their fingers tight on the travel pulse – to tell us where their favourite places have been to visit this … Read more
I first visited Byron Bay over 10 years when we were backpacking down the east coast. Sitting on the most easterly point of Australia, Byron is the first place to see the sunrise in Australia. This small coastal community has really developed into a haven for those seeking escape. We’re pretty spontaneous travellers and as … Read more