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!
Both close to the city centre and yet its own little world, the Balmain Peninsula is a truly unique side to Sydney. And its restaurants, cafes, shops and historic pubs make this waterfront suburb the perfect spot for a bit of romance. Brought to you by Balmain Rozelle Chamber of Commerce Sign up to our … Read more
Home to over 290 species of birds—that’s over a third of Australia’s species, Kakadu National Park is a birdwatcher’s dream. But when you’re here with Luke Paterson, renowned ‘hawkeye’ of the nature tourism industry, the dial turns up to max. Sign up to our free newsletter here for more travel inspiration. You also get your … Read more
As the summer comes to its end, we usually expect things to quieten down in Sydney. But if anything, things have become even busier in the city. Huge art exhibitions like the Biennale are in town, new bars, new restaurants and even a dance-off comp (have you ever heard of ‘waacking’?) have kept us very … Read more
The concept of the humble motel was once a last resort where tired travellers stopped in for the night when they couldn’t or didn’t want to drive any further. A convenience at best, a necessary peril at worst. Now, these beautifully renovated retro hotels are a destination in themselves. Sign up to our free newsletter … Read more
A city steeped in history and cultural diversity, Hungary’s capital offers a tantalising array of culinary delights that reflect its heritage, from traditional ‘mom-and-pop’ cafes to restaurants with clear international influences, here’s where to eat in Budapest. Sign up to our free newsletter here for more travel inspiration. You also get your own copy of … Read more
It doesn’t have to be all billy tea and damper when you’re exploring the Northern Territory. Here’s the best place for a romantic meal in Kakadu: Mimi’s Restaurant, Cooinda. Sign up to our free newsletter here for more travel inspiration. You also get your own copy of our travel ebook – it’s on us! Let’s … Read more
We’ve always said we travel for food! Driving seven hours south, almost to the border of NSW and Victoria, we’re off to the beautiful Sapphire Coast. About the halfway mark between Sydney and Melbourne, this region is home to some of the best oysters in the world! But it’s not just the oysters we’re making … Read more
As far from the straight-up-and-down tower of a regular hotel as you can get, the Mercure Crocodile Hotel in Kakadu is as unique as its ancient, stunning surroundings. Here’s what to expect from this kitschy crocodilian crib. One of the last few roads in Australia where you can legally drive over 110km/h, the Arnhem Highway … Read more
Anyone who has asked for a restaurant recommendation in the Hunter Valley will have heard the same response: ‘Esca. You have to go to Esca.’ But does Bimbadgen’s awarded eatery deserve all this attention? Just past the stairs down to the silver rows of Bimbadgen’s wine tanks and gantries, we’re welcomed at the door to … Read more
Whether it’s from your car window or from your seat at your favourite cellar door, views over wine country are always beautiful. So can you imagine what you’ll see from a Hunter Valley hot air balloon ride? It’s 3.30am. The temptation to hit snooze on the alarm is strong, but our excitement keeps our eyes … Read more