The way we live has changed in recent years. Many of us work remotely and there are opportunities to travel further than ever. Eating well is important, no matter where you are. In this handy guide, we’ll outline some simple ways to help you to know How to enjoy good food and drink on the…
Travel
Road trip Essentials: What you need to pack for a smooth journey
When it comes to taking a road trip, you want to ensure you have everything you need for the journey. Whether it’s a short trip to a big city a few hours away, or taking your car on an adventure over land and sea, you can’t go without some rules and road trip essentials. Here…
Unpacking It All: Easing Back Into Normality After Travelling
Travelling is one of those things we should all do in our lives because of the wealth of experiences we’re exposed to and the lessons we learn about ourselves. But for so many people, unpacking it all and easing back into normality after travelling can mean a reverse culture shock, which is a common psychological…
Day trip Disasters and How to Avoid them
Day trips are often the way we discover great destinations either at home or abroad. But there are rules to a good day trip, if you don’t want a fun day to quickly turn into frustration (and arguments). It is possible to enjoy every trip and avoid those day trip disasters. Here are some things…
Taking the Scenic Route Discovering the Road Less Travelled
Are you ready to discover unexplored paths? Let’s explore! These ideas and guides are to help encourage you to hit the road less travelled and discover a holiday where the adventures won’t disappoint. Why Take the Road Less Travelled? Taking the path less travelled is more than a metaphor for life; it’s an invitation to…
How to Plan an Unforgettable Holiday
Holidays are something we all need. Thinking about how to plan an unforgettable holiday can seem daunting. Let’s break it down into steps so you have some great tips to plan the perfect holiday The beauty of traveling is that you will hopefully have fun no matter which country you visit! Whether you’re immersing yourself…
Postcards and Stories from Port Macquarie NSW
Looking out over the beach last week while in Port Macquarie my niece declared how lucky she was to be stuck in such a beautiful place. And I have to agree. Here are some of my favourite postcards and stories. Postcards from Port Macquarie with its beaches, rolling hills and beautiful afternoon walks. Have you…
Bankstown, Food and Culture
A day trip to Bankstown in Sydney is an eyeful of fresh ingredients and a whole lot of culture. Even a quick trip for lunch opens up a new world. Bankstown, past and present Although Bankstown is only 16 kilometres south-west of the Sydney CBD it feels like it could be several continents away. The…
Merrylands Sydney. Food and Culture
Merrylands Sydney is a great place to visit. Sydney’s suburbs are the trips you can take while travel overseas is still out of the question. Merrylands culture Merrylands is about 40 minutes by rail west of central station. It’s an old suburb with a new face today. It was one of the earliest sites in…
Athens, Greece in pictures. Amazing food and views
There is no country like Greece. The generosity, the scenery, the water, the cats! What a place to visit. I am sure if you have been these pictures will make you want to return. After many many years of dreaming about going to Greece, I’ve finally been. If you haven’t visited Greece I am sure…
Lemon Ricotta Cake and Life by the Lakes
This Lemon Ricotta Cake is a simple home classic. Stir together any where anytime no tricks required. It’s really very easy, moist and full of lemony goodness. Stir together Lemon Ricotta Cake Everyone needs an easy cake up their sleeve. This is one for you. It makes a great dessert, perfect to share as a treat…
Fruit Picking in Bilpin. A Sydney day Trip
When you need to get out of the city and into nature Fruit Picking in Bilpin makes a great Sydney day trip. Take the kids and go for a picnic or stop at one of the local restaurants. We’re so excited to be at Pine Crest Orchards the first fruit we pick is perhaps not…
Visiting Hobbiton (NZ) In Party Style
Visiting Hobbiton The Hobbiton movie set is one of the main locations for the filming of The Hobbit movies and the Lord of The Rings trilogy. It’s now a permanent tourist attraction that remains on the original family farm a few kilometres out of the Matamata township. The Alexander family have lived here since 1978…
Visiting Queenstown. New Zealand
Visiting Queenstown New Zealand . Although I have been to New Zealand many times, I’ve never been to Queenstown. So what’s it like? Visiting Queenstown, New Zealand is a surprise. I’ve heard it is beautiful but the first view when driving into Queenstown itself doesn’t convince. It’s a town set on one of the worlds…
I do Foodi tours. The Sweet Spot
I do Foodi Tours. For year & a half now, on the weekend I have been helping people hit their sweet spot. I am sure you will agree after taking a quick glance around this website, that desserts are pretty close to my heart. I am not scared of sugar, not at all in fact…
Hitting the streets of Cambodia. A tale.
This is a little tale about Hitting the streets of Cambodia. It’s a journey I took a few years ago but the images and memories are just too vivid to forget. Hitting the streets of Cambodia It’s also a story I wrote for a publication, so read and see if you get the feel of…