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!
One of the smallest wineries in the Hunter Valley yet with a comfortable cellar door and excellent wines, Emma’s Cottage in Lovedale is a must-visit for any wine-lover. Surely, this road we’re on—the Wilderness Road—was named ironically. Cutting across Lovedale, the road shows us satisfyingly straight rows of vines, elegant wedding venues, health retreats, boutique … Read more
With its iconic bell tower overlooking vines out to the Broken Back Range, Bimbadgen is a must-visit when you’re in the Hunter Valley. Check out all the things on offer at this award-winning winery in Pokolbin. I remember so clearly the first time we were introduced to Bimbadgen. We were on a drive with Hunter … Read more
Hidden from all but the ducks on the dam and the roos in the vines, the Lane Retreat is perfect for a romantic getaway in the Hunter Valley, one of Australia’s best wine regions. We arrive the property just off Palmers Lane in Pokolbin keen for our long weekend of relaxation to begin. We’re early, … Read more
Pokolbin’s rolling hills striped with grapevines and dotted with some of Australia’s best wineries is the perfect backdrop to a romantic getaway in the Hunter Valley. But this three-night four-day itinerary is how to really ramp up the romance. Working with our friends at Bimbadgen, we’ve put together an amazing experience that gives you so … Read more
With the likes of the Wiener schnitzel, sacher torte and—controversially—croissants coming from Austria, you’d expect great things from its capital Vienna. Here are 10 places to eat and drink in Vienna Old Town. Sign up to our free newsletter here for more travel inspiration. You also get your own copy of our travel ebook – … Read more
At the very heart of Australia’s most visited city, Darling Harbour has long been Sydney’s most popular place for fun-seekers. But where’s the best place to stay? Christina and I have always loved being tourists in our own city and a staycation is one of the best ways to do this. It gives you the … Read more
Probably the busiest part of Sydney, you wouldn’t expect Circular Quay to have bars and restaurants that locals would enjoy. But here are a few places we love to eat and drink at in Sydney. A perfect tourist trap storm, Circular Quay is the convergent point of two of Australia’s most recognisable icons—the Harbour Bridge … Read more
Visiting Arnhem Land and the very top end of the Top End is an adventure in and of itself, but what is there to do once you’re there? Here’s what we got up to at Seven Spirit Bay on the Cobourg Peninsula, the NT’s most northerly point. We peer out from under the wing of … Read more
Close to the banks of Yellow Water Billabong and Jim Jim Creek, Cooinda Lodge’s new luxury villa-style retreats are one of the most romantic, opulent places stay in remote Kakadu National Park in Australia’s Northern Territory. As we hurtle down the highway from Darwin at a satisfying 130km/h, Christina and I ponder what our digs … Read more
Whether you’re looking for travel gifts for a special someone who’s about to head somewhere or those that just love the hunt for destination inspiration—‘destinspiration’ if you will—this selection of gifts has it all. When Christina and I were putting this list of travel gifts together, we really wanted to show a diversity of ideas. … Read more