We’ve always wanted to explore the wild northwest of Australia. There’s a magic to this part of the world that’s so enticing. The Kimberley Region at the top of WA is so full of natural beauty it’s just breath-taking. Here are our top 10 reasons why you should visit the Kimberley. We’ve always known there … Read more
It’s been a remarkable week for us. Our journey up the northwest coast of the Australian wilderness continues from Nares Point and Crocodile Creek north on our way up to Darwin. Our first sunset aboard our exploration ship The National Geographic Orion is pretty special. We’re really looking forward to settling in here and then investigating … Read more
You know how they say sometimes you’ve got to take the rough with the smooth? Well this is a particularly smooth bit we’re having at the moment. As you might remember, we’re away in northwestern Australia at the moment. We’re visiting a remote area of WA called the Kimberley, which is pretty much the most … Read more
Broome in northwest Western Australia is one of the most remote towns in the country, so you’d think finding a good beer here is very difficult. But thanks to an early 20th Century Japanese pearler by the name of Mr Matsomoto, Matso’s Brewery here in Broome gives something to raise a glass to. Broome has … Read more
A weekend away from the fast pace business end of Sydney’s CBD doesn’t have to mean a long drive out to the country. We’ve discovered the perfect spot right on our doorstep in Double Bay – one of Sydney’s more affluent yet relaxed waterside suburbs. When you think of a holiday in Sydney, thoughts usually … Read more
We’re now officially in the 2nd half of the year! How about that. Soon we’ll be seeing Christmas decorations in the shops no doubt. In the meantime, we’ve been having the best week. Visits from good friends, feasts in new restaurants and then best of all, we head off on a dream trip. Hope your week … Read more
Orange, NSW is one of those country towns that’s really got layers. In fact, it should’ve probably been called Onion. But if you don’t have time to explore all the layers (or should that be ‘segments’?) of Orange, here’s our 48-hour guide to Orange to get the juices flowing. 48 hours is never enough time … Read more
Adelaide, South Australia is well known for its amazing wine culture. But closer to home than the beautiful rolling vineyards, the number of small bars is on the rise. The Flying Trunk Bar in Goodwood is one such place. We went in to explore and to get a cocktail mixing lesson at the same time. There’s … Read more
Elegant, full of charm with a dash of quirk thrown in for fun, Stillery at the Intercontinental Double Bay has to be one of Sydney’s premium bars. If you’re looking for sophistication and romance in your cocktails, your service and your drinking environment, Stillery is the one for you. It used to be that grabbing … Read more
Fine dining in the Blue Mountains doesn’t get much better than at Echoes, Katoomba. From the immaculate service and live pianist to the breathtaking views and exquisite food, Echoes is one of those food experiences you don’t want to miss. My mind’s weird. When I think of eating in the mountains, I imagine being sat … Read more