With 12,000 strips of sand decorating Australia’s 60,000km coastline, it stands to reason that beaches are key to the country’s culture. So as the summer fires up, here’s what to expect at the beach in Australia. When I first arrived in Australia, I learned pretty quickly what was normal behaviour for the beach and what … Read more
Beach time is so much a part of the Australian summer. But staying safe and happy is essential. Here are some of our favourite things to take to the surf and our best beach tips, plus advice from Bondi Rescue’s Anthony ‘Harries’ Carroll. I dream of those hot summer days, where the sky is a … Read more
Everyone knows Bondi. It’s one of the most famous beaches in the world, and certainly one of the most beautiful too. But once you’ve taken in the sights, had a dip and brushed off the sand, what else is there to do? Here’s our guide to 24 hours in Bondi. A key element to life … Read more
Everyone’s heard of Bondi Beach and most people know about Coogee. But the beauty of Sydney’s geography and topography is that there are still hundreds of other beaches that are quieter and prettier. Like these Sydney beaches only locals go to. Bondi, Coogee and Bronte – the Big Three in terms of popular Sydney city … Read more
I wasn’t sure about visiting Bali. Even though Mr Romance has been there before and loved it, I really didn’t know what to expect. What I found on my recent trip to Uluwatu with 3 of my girlfriends was an island paradise perfect for relaxing and enjoying the views of the ocean. Uluwatu sits on … Read more
When I think of Bali, my mind fills up with images of paradise. Sunsets over pristine beaches, cocktails by a gleaming pool, open-air dining in the warm evening air and my only worry is what I’m going to drink next. Potato Head Beach Club ticks all these boxes. Potato Head Beach Club is the kind … Read more
When we’re travelling we love finding that rare place you can tell not many tourists know about. That low-key ambience, the lack of menus, that lived-in feel… and the best food you could wish for! That’s what we found on our recent trip to Tulum, Mexico. We were just finishing up with breakfast when Shedar … Read more
We love a stay-cation. There’s something about having a holiday in your own town… We both love going to the beach in the winter. For Mrs Romance it’s the lack of crowds and the way the ocean looks. She loves the crisp sunny days where the water sparkles but where she can still wear a … Read more
In my books, Sydney’s all about the sun, the sea and a good swig from a glass. That’s what I was expecting anyway, a bit under 14 years ago when I first reached these eastern shores. So far, I’ve been pretty happy – and now, I’m even happier! Thanks to an unintentional tip-off from a … Read more
True to its name, the Bucket List on Bondi Beach is one of those places you have to drink at before you die! I mean you’re front and centre on one of the most famous beaches, and you’ve got a coldie and a delicious plate of something in front of you. Can it get much … Read more