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18 AUG 2022

Cruising Alaska's Inside Passage with Holland America Line

I am standing on the deck of Holland America’s Zuiderdam with my mum, watching Vancouver fade into the distance behind us. We are both feeling excited, relieved and somewhat bewildered at finding ourselves here.

7 JUL 2022

Are you ready for your trip?

Your travel is all booked and your bags are packed for that much-anticipated trip. You are ready to go…or are you? Here are some items to cross off your to-do list before you take off.

15 JUN 2022

An Idyllic Beach Holiday in Inverloch

Inverloch: a beautiful seaside town just a two-hour drive east of the centre of Melbourne, but a world away from city life.

4 MAY 2022

The Perfect Weekend at Melbourne CBD

Are you wanting to get away for a while, but don’t have the time for an extended holiday? Then a short stay in the city may be just the thing for you.

6 MAY 2021

Exploring Australia's Red Centre

It was early March 2020, and I was attending the NT Muster, a travel industry event showcasing all things Northern Territory.

9 APR 2021

Easter in Maryborough

Maryborough is a beautiful town, a hidden gem with roots dating back to the Goldrush Era…and it shows. Its buildings are stunning! Along with enjoying its beautiful architecture, there is plenty to do…and eat!

1 APR 2021

Rediscovering My Inner Child at Phillip Island

My husband and I, along with 2 boys we provide respite care to, had a great time staying at Phillip Island last weekend. This is a place filled with many childhood holiday memories for me. There is so much to do, but here are the highlights Beach Cricket

8 AUG 2020

The Unwelcome Guest

Have you ever had a person in your life who never seems to know when to take their leave? They may be a friend, work colleague, or – dare I say it – a family member. I think we all know THAT person; the person who turns up at inopportune times and interrupts your plans. They may walk into a room and completely take over, oblivious to what has been going on prior to their arrival. They wear out their welcome, but don’t seem to notice or care. They are sometimes overbearing and controlling and (whether intentionally or deliberately) try to dictate how the group they are a part of behaves, and maybe even how they dress. In extreme situations they can isolate or break down the people in their social setting. If left unchecked, their impact can be damaging and far-reaching.

1 JUL 2020

A Weekend Getaway in the New Covid World

My husband and I decided to get away for the weekend. As much as I love my home I needed a change of scenery, so we headed off to Geelong. I’m guessing many people can relate to the feeling of needing to get out of the house at the moment! It was the first time we have been able to venture somewhere since lockdown, so I was curious about what the new normal looks like with all the new Covid-19 measures in place.

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18 DEC 2024

Travel trends for 2025

Have you been thinking about your travel aspirations for 2025? Whether it’s making a pilgrimage to the real-life location of your favourite movie or attending the sports event of a lifetime, next year is shaping up to be an incredible year for new travel experiences.

10 DEC 2024

Unique Christmas traditions around the world

The mostly widely celebrated holiday around the world, Christmas is a magical part of the year to experience a destination through its unique, festive traditions and customs.

2 DEC 2024

The Culinary Dream at Sea

Twelve travel mistakes that are easy to make if you're not booking your holiday with a personal travel manager

Holidays can be complicated affairs with many moving parts, so there is always the possibility that a minor detail might slip through the cracks and impact your enjoyment.