Every winter, the charming Goldfields town of Heathcote becomes a hotbed of activity for the annual Heathcote on Show wine festival. Dozens of winemakers from across the Heathcote wine regio… Read More

The Hamptons is one of the most iconic seaside resorts in the world. Visiting The Hamptons is one of the best summer breaks from New York City, but planning a trip to The Hamptons can be a l… Read More

For first time visitors to Western Australia, 3 days in Perth is the perfect amount of time to experience the best of Perth & surrounds, including Rottnest Island and Fremantle. I’… Read More

Victoria is one of the most jam-packed states in Australia, for charming towns, lovely beaches, wine regions & national parks. Most travellers come to Victoria to visit Melbourne, the st… Read More

The Yarra Valley is one of the most celebrated wine regions in Australia, and is one of the best day trips from Melbourne. If you haven’t experienced Australia’s wine country bef… Read More

This itinerary for 3 weeks in France, Italy & Greece is perfect for first time visitors, who want to experience a variety of the best of each country, while maximising their time. France… Read More

This itinerary for 3 weeks in France, Italy & Greece is perfect for first time visitors, who want to experience a variety of the best of each country, while maximising their time. France… Read More

Choosing where to stay in Paris can be overwhelming, with 20 arrondissements to choose from and major sights scattered all over the city. Whether you’re planning your first trip to Par… Read More

Le Marais is one of the best neighbourhoods to visit in Paris, with charming medieval streets, dozens of independent boutiques and vintage stores, and a vibrant, village-like atmosphere. Le… Read More

Deciding where to stay in New York City is SO overwhelming, because there are so many excellent neighbourhoods to choose from – as well as a number you might want to avoid. If you&rsqu… Read More

The Mornington Peninsula is one of the most beautiful and most popular wine regions in Australia. Located in southeast Victoria, the Mornington Peninsula is fringed by beaches with crystal c… Read More

Melbourne is Australia’s capital of food & dining, so picking the best restaurant in Melbourne to try on your visit can seem overwhelming. Luckily, it is very hard to go wrong. The… Read More

Tucked away on the southeast coast of Tasmania, Hobart feels a world away from the mainland, in the best way possible.  The best things to do in Hobart include visiting Mona, shopping … Read More

Cinque Terre is a series of 5 colourful villages on the coast of northwest Italy in the region of Liguria. The Cinque Terre villages are some of the most beautiful and popular destinations i… Read More

Jackalope is one of the most luxurious destination hotels in Australia, winning multiple awards when it opened in 2019 and attracting visitors from across the country and around the world… Read More

The USA is one of my favourite travel destinations because of the country’s regional diversity, so much so that I’ve spent a total of three months travelling the USA, and also li… Read More

The USA is one of the greatest travel destinations in the world, for the vast regional diversity contained in one country. From New York City to the Deep South, to the coastlines of sunny Ca… Read More

There are so many amazing things to do in Dublin, it can be hard to know where to start! Dublin is the capital of Ireland and one of the most exciting cities in Europe, with lots to keep vis… Read More

During our one month-long trip around the USA & Canada, we spent 3 days in Miami, which was the perfect amount of time for us as first time visitors to Miami. We stayed in South Beach… Read More

My first introduction to Canada was 3 days in Vancouver, including a day trip to Whistler. In 3 days in Vancouver, there is plenty of time to see the city’s greatest attractions, inclu… Read More

Crete was our final destination on our month-long trip around the UK & Europe. We spent 4 days in Crete, staying in Rethymno and spending time in beautiful Chania, villages like Mar… Read More

3 days in San Francisco was the perfect amount of time for my first trip to the city. In 3 days, we saw the Golden Gate Bridge, explored Chinatown, took a food walking tour of the Castro &am… Read More

The Mornington Peninsula makes one of the best beach day trips or weekend getaways from Melbourne. One of the best beaches on the Mornington Peninsula is Safety Beach in Dromana, which has a… Read More

Senso-Ji Temple is one of the most magnificent Buddhist temples in Tokyo. Located in the historic Asakusa district, Senso-Ji is the oldest established temple in Tokyo, originally built in th… Read More

Zurich is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, and yet it flies mostly under the radar for international visitors on a typical Europe trip. We spent 3 days in Zurich on our recent sum… Read More

The best places in California to visit span from San Francisco & the Napa Valley wine country in the north to the glamorous beach towns of Santa Barbara, Malibu and Los Angeles in the so… Read More

If you’re planning a trip for 3 days in Melbourne for first time visitors, there can be an overwhelming number of things you’ll want to see, do and eat in one of Australia‘… Read More

Los Angeles is one of the most famous cities in the world, but there is so much more to LA than what you’ll see on the silver screen. I’m sharing our itinerary for 3 days in Los… Read More

Aotearoa New Zealand is known for its pristine natural landscapes but the North Island often gets overlooked in favour of the dramatic scenery of the South Island. Beyond Auckland and the Ho… Read More

For our second trip to North America, we spent one month USA & Canada. It somehow managed to be full of a bit of everything: big cities and small towns, mountains, beaches, waterfalls, g… Read More

This itinerary for one month in Australia, from Cairns to Melbourne, covers some of the country’s most beautiful scenery and charming cities, from the Great Barrier Reef in the north t… Read More

The Lower East Side is one of the most interesting neighbourhoods in New York City. It’s particularly known for its Jewish history, but the Lower East Side has been a melting pot of di… Read More

The colourful fisherman houses in Klima are a must-visit in Milos. Unlike the traditional blue & white buildings typical to the Cyclades, Klima bucks the trend with a rainbow of colours… Read More

If you haven’t visited recently, you might find a totally different city when you next visit sunny, subtropical Brisbane. The river city is the fastest growing city in Australia, and o… Read More

The lunar landscape of Sarakiniko beach makes it one of the most striking beaches in Greece. Sarakiniko is on the northern coast of Milos, which is famous for having the best beaches in the… Read More

We spent 5 days on the North Island of New Zealand in February, to celebrate our friends’ wedding in the Bay of Plenty. It was a short trip, but awe & wonder was waiting for us aro… Read More

From sprawling metropolises to charming capitals, Australia has plenty of beautiful & exciting cities to tempt travellers. Most of the best cities in Australia to visit are on the east c… Read More

Parikia is the capital of Paros, one of the most beautiful Greek islands in the Cyclades. Paros is a perfect alternative for avoiding the crowds of Santorini and Mykonos without skimping on… Read More

The Upper West Side is the New York City of Hollywood and sitcoms, and walking around the neighbourhood feels a bit like walking around a movie set. While it doesn’t have as many flash… Read More

Prahran (pran) is one of Melbourne‘s most lively neighbourhoods on the southside, home to cool wine bars, excellent restaurants, boutiques, and more smashed avo than you could eat in a… Read More

A few weeks after I arrived in New York City, I returned to Central Park again to witness the beautiful peak bloom of the cherry blossoms. Compared to the delicate colours of the first… Read More

It’s hard to get a sense of how big New York City is from the streets of Manhattan. After living in New York City for nearly two years, I’ve rounded up the best places for incred… Read More

The most iconic sights in New York City include Central Park, Grand Central Station, The Chrysler Building and the Empire State Building, as well as low key yet iconic sights like the wrough… Read More

There are so many great things to do in sunny, tropical Townsville. Located on the coastline of the Great Barrier Reef, Townsville is a popular destination for those visiting the Great Barri… Read More

New York City has the most legendary bar scene in the world, from historic watering holes and well-worn dive bars, to elegant hotel bars, trendy wine bars, and more hidden coc… Read More

NoHo has been one of New York City‘s most fashionable neighbourhoods since the early 1800s, but it wasn’t until artists like Andy Warhol and Jean-Michel Basquiat set up shop in t… Read More

The Flatiron District, Gramercy Park & NoMad neighbourhoods make up one of the most sophisticated districts in New York City. Stately hotels, upscale shopping, glamorous hotel bars and s… Read More

New York City is bursting at the seams with sights, attractions and interesting neighbourhoods, which makes it both equally exciting and overwhelming for first time visitors. I lived in New… Read More

The rainbow row of Brighton Bathing Boxes is one of the most iconic sights in Melbourne. There are 96 brightly-coloured, tiny beach houses lining Dendy Beach, in Melbourne’s affluent b… Read More

Stargazing is one of the simplest ways you can appreciate nature, and yet one of the most awe-inspiring. As a city-dweller, the reminder that billions of stars blanket the night sky every ni… Read More

Montmartre is one of the most charming and romanticised neighbourhoods in Paris. It has preserved the romantic, bohemian atmosphere of 19th & 20th century Paris, and is truly like nowher… Read More

Sifnos is a little slip of an island in the Cyclades, often overlooked in favour of its larger neighbours, Paros & Milos. The Greek island is home to 2,500 people and is sparsely populat… Read More

Nolita is one of New York City‘s most charming downtown neighbourhoods. It’s a tiny neighbourhood, only spanning a few blocks, but bursting with history, character and things to… Read More

Montparnasse is in Paris‘ 14th arrondissement, and is one of the best neighbourhoods to visit in Paris for an authentic Paris experience. It’s my favourite neighbourhood, and I&r… Read More

Milos is one of the best Greek islands to visit in the Cyclades. Milos is the most southwestern island in the Cyclades, close to Folegandros and Sifnos. I spent 5 days on Milos on my first v… Read More

Alsace is a spellbinding corner of France, that rewards visitors with enchanting medieval villages, a unique culture and cuisine with both French and German influences, and spectacular winer… Read More

Are you planning your first trip to Paris? This itinerary for 3 days in Paris is designed for first time visitors to Paris, to help you plan your trip & reduce overwhelm. The best thing… Read More

Paris is best explored by neighbourhood. The best neighbourhoods in Paris to visit include Le Marais, St Germain, Champ du Mars, Montmartre, the 7th Arrondissement and Ile de Cite, but… Read More

It’s a cliche to say, but Paris really is one of the main characters in Netflix’s smash hit series, Emily in Paris. Fans will be delighted to find that there are Emily in Paris f… Read More

The NYC Easter Bonnet Parade is one of the best free, annual events in New York City. Every year, thousands of New Yorkers get dressed to the nines in their most flamboyant, spectacular and… Read More

The best restaurants in Brisbane now include glamorous bar & grills, new-school Italian restaurants and buzzy riverside dining destinations. For twenty years, people have been talking ab… Read More

Seaside St Kilda is one of Melbourne’s most iconic neighbourhoods. A magnet for tourists and locals alike, especially during Melbourne’s long summer days, visiting St Kilda is on… Read More

The Pacific Coast Highway is one of the most legendary road trips in the world. The route hugs the California coastline and is renowned for it’s rugged coastal scenery, especially the… Read More

Naousa is a stylish village on the northern coast of Paros, one of Greece’s Cycladic Islands. Naousa (sometimes spelled Naoussa) is the most sophisticated village in Paros, and is home… Read More

Three words: French. Wine. Country! Burgundy is one of France’s greatest wine regions, dotted with grand chateaux and biscuit-coloured villages where it seems that time stands still. W… Read More

When we visited the USA for the first time, we ended our trip with a week in the Deep South, split between two very different American cities: Charleston & New Orleans. Ridiculously pret… Read More

Yanaka is one of the best neighbourhoods in Tokyo to visit, to experience traditional Old Town Tokyo. This historic and traditional neighbourhood in Northern Tokyo has largely escaped the fi… Read More

Bagels are one of the most iconic foods to try in New York City. The best bagels in New York City are found in old school delis & appetizing stores as well as in new, dedicated bagel sho… Read More

The Barossa Valley is one of the world’s premier wine regions, known for its big, bold red wines, grand chateaux and for being home to Australia’s most beloved heritage wineries… Read More

Chicago might be best known for it’s striking skyscrapers, gangster history, a giant silver bean sculpture and deep dish pizza, but you’d be missing out if you didn’t dive… Read More

Waterfall Way is one of the most beautiful scenic road trips in Australia, and yet it manages to fly under the radar! It’s much less touristed than the iconic Great Ocean Road in Victo… Read More

Hells Kitchen is a classic NYC neighborhood to visit while you’re in New York City. While it doesn’t have the obvious charms of SoHo, West Village, East Village or Nolita, there… Read More

Whether you’re visiting Tokyo for the first time, returning or visiting for cherry blossom season, you’ll be spoilt for choice for the best things to do in Tokyo. Tokyo is the bi… Read More

The island of Milos has some of the most beautiful beaches in Greece, which is no small feat in a country with 227 islands and more than 13,800 km of coastline. Milos has 70 beaches, which i… Read More

Australia is a country of superlatives. From the oldest living rainforest in the world, to the most isolated capital city, to some of the best wine regions in the world, there is a dizzying… Read More

SoHo is one of the most fashionable neighbourhoods in New York City. Come for cobble stones, the historic cast-iron building facades, major fashion labels and the American raw bars and… Read More

Trying to decide where to stay in Sifnos? This brief guide gives an overview of the best places to stay in Sifnos, and my recommendations based on my own trip to Sifnos. Where to stay i… Read More

Surrounded by beautiful coastal regions, islands and lush forested hinterland, there are so many amazing day trips that you can take from Brisbane. To help you plan your best Brisbane day tr… Read More

Planning a trip to Australia for the first time can feel like a daunting task, because of Australia’s vast size and remote location. The number of beautiful places in Australia can be… Read More

Paros is one of the best Greek islands to visit, especially for first time visitors to Greece. With some of the prettiest traditional village in the Cyclades, dozens of beautiful beaches and… Read More

You could lose hours in the seemingly never-ending gardens of Versailles. Between the English gardens, French gardens, Petit and Grand Trianons, fountains, orangeries, greenhouses, lakes, gr… Read More

White sand beaches, sparkling turquoise waters and palm trees swaying in the breeze are just the beginning at Six Senses Fiji. We splurged on five nights at Six Senses Fiji for our honeymoon… Read More

After I graduated from university, I went to Europe for five weeks with my best friend. This was a really diverse trip because we chose big cities and small towns, did day trips and squeezed… Read More

The East Village is New York City‘s original counterculture neighborhood. As the birthplace of punk rock, dozens of major musicians launched their careers here, such as Madonna, Blondi… Read More

South Australia is one of the best travel destinations in Australia for travellers looking for something a little off the tourist trail. The southern state is home to Australia’s best… Read More

Five days of croissants, crepes and cafe terrasses was the perfect reunion with Paris, my first favourite city in the world. This was my fifth visit to Paris, but it has been more than a dec… Read More

If I had a dollar for every time someone warned me that travelling with a friend is the fastest way to end a friendship, I would be writing this blog post from Paris. Here’s the thing:… Read More

Edinburgh is one of the most enchanting cities in the UK. With more than a thousand years of history, its beautiful medieval Old Town and elegant New Town side by side, more than 100 parks… Read More

I chose not to ride a donkey in Santorini for three reasons. I had two before I arrived in Greece, but I found another heartbreaking reason when I was cruising between the islands. Table… Read More

The key to living in New York City is knowing when to get the hell out of Dodge. Those reprieves are obviously fewer and farther between during the pandemic! Our first real escape out of tow… Read More

It’s sort of like being asked the dreaded “How was school?”. But unlike your day spent behind a desk, there’s at least one interesting, exciting or terrifying story y… Read More

Kilkenny is one of the loveliest cities in Ireland’s Ancient East. Once a medieval capital, Kilkenny is known for its 12th century Kilkenny Castle, the well-preserved Medieval Mile and… Read More

London is the ultimate metropolis. Home to millions of people, distinct neighbourhoods each with long histories, and home to many of the world’s most exciting artists, creatives and th… Read More

Queensland is my home state, but it wasn’t until I was 21 that I visited Queensland’s most spectacular natural wonders in the tropics. This itinerary for 1 week in Queensland fro… Read More

Australia has more beaches than any other country in the world, with more than 10,000 beaches from coast to coast. From Whitehaven Beach to Wineglass Bay, from Bondi to Cottesloe, there are… Read More

Midtown Manhattan offers SO much New York City magic. Midtown Manhattan is home to so many of New York City’s icons, including The Empire State Building, Central Park, MoMa, Grand Cent… Read More

Riots in Athens were on the news almost every day leading up to my first trip Greece, and I started to get nervous. I started to worry about whether Athens was safe, and found that lots of o… Read More

Planning your first trip to New York City is exciting and overwhelming in equal measure. If you’re spending 5 days in New York City for the first time, there’s a mind-boggling nu… Read More

Scotland is a small country, with a huge cultural footprint. It’s the home of haggis and bagpipes, tartan and tweed, the famed Scottish Highlands and the birthplace of the wizarding wo… Read More

Wineglass Bay in Tasmania is famous for being one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, and has long been high on my travel wishlist. Located in Freycinet National Park on Tasmania&rsq… Read More