Day Trip from Coffs Harbour Monica Tindall Regarded as the most liveable climate in Australia, Coffs Harbour is a highly appealing holiday destination. Located on the North Coast of NSW, the seaside city holds much charm with pretty beaches, coastal walks, vibr…
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Waves to Wilderness, Coffs Harbour Tours, Sunset Picnic
Waves to Wilderness Monica Tindall Coffs Harbour is an excellent stopover on the drive from Sydney to the Gold Coast or vice versa. There’s enough to explore in the region to warrant a good few days’ stay. From a spectacular coastline to lush rainforest, the natura…
Swan Valley Perth – Wineries, Restaurants & Crime Tales
Swan Valley Wine Monica Tindall Often when people think of wine from Western Australia, Margaret River comes to mind. A smaller region and much closer to Perth though is Swan Valley. While the little sister to Margs has not yet gained a high profile, it is about time …
Where to Eat in Perth – Fave Spots to Get Your Foodie On
Where to Eat in Perth Monica Tindall My favourite way to see a city is through its food and beverage. I first plan where I’m going to eat and drink and then see the sites along the way. If culinary delights are at the top of your travel list too, […]
The Westin Perth, Great City Hotel, Western Australia
The Westin Perth – Comfort & Style in the City Monica Tindall Relatively new to the city’s hotel scene (opened April 2018), The Westin Perth offers a property subtly infused with wellness features and convenience for both business and leisure travellers. Lo…
King Somm, Wine Bar & Store, Bayswater, Perth
King Somm Monica Tindall In the quieter neighbourhood of Bayswater, Perth, we find a delicious surprise: an excellent wine bar focusing on lesser-known labels and a fantastic food menu to match. Heading a little out of Perth’s centre rewards diners with more aff…
Garum Perth, The Westin Perth, Italian Restaurant
Garum Perth – Fantastic Lunch Deal Monica Tindall Garum, at The Westin Perth, came up a handful of times when I asked Perth foodie friends and chefs to recommend the hottest places to eat in the city. Headed by chef Mario Di Natale, and conceptualized by chef Guy Gros…
Perth Accommodation, Great Little Air BnB in East Perth
Perth Accommodation Charming Air BnB Monica Tindall If you are staying in Perth (anywhere in Australia really) for more than a couple of days, the way to go with accommodation is renting a room from a service provider such as Air BnB or Stayz. Offering the comfort of …
Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa, Gold Coast, QLD
Surfers Paradise Marriott – 5-Star Accommodation Gold Coast Monica Tindall Australia’s Gold Coast is an attractive holiday destination for all age groups. Stunning natural beauty, a multitude of theme parks and just about year-round blue skies see visitors t…
Misono Japanese Steakhouse, Teppanyaki Gold Coast
Misono Japanese Steakhouse – Eatertainment on the Gold Coast Monica Tindall If you enjoy a bit of entertainment with your dinner, then a booking at Misono Japanese Steakhouse at Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa is a must. Most have at least seen on TV, if …
Akiba Canberra City, Canberra, Australia.
Words: Jane Speechley Images: Jane Speechley and supplied. It’s been exactly three years since Akiba Canberra turned on the neon signs and opened its doors, but in a city where both menus and venues seem to change with the seasons, this busy little eate…
Little National Hotel, Barton, Canberra
Little National Hotel, Barton Words: Jane Speechley Images: Little National Hotel While much of the international attention on Canberra recently has focused on the revitalised district of Braddon near the city’s centre, smart travellers won’t ov…