Brought to you by Monkey Baa Theatre Company Grabbing the rubbish bin lid in her mouth, Mothball, a wombat with attitude, bangs it loudly against the bin that she's just knocked over. Crash! Bash! Crunch! It's wickedly loud and the kids find it hilarious. This cheeky wombat has decided that humans are remarkably easy to train and has them wrapped around her little … [Read more...]
What to wear in Melbourne in autumn
Melbourne has certainly held onto summer a lot longer than Sydney this year. Sydney has been bang on average for March at 25 degrees, although positively deluged with rain. I believe there has only been 3 days so far this month when it hasn't rained! Thank goodness two of those were for the Adele concerts! Melbourne meanwhile has averaged 5 degrees more than usual at 28 … [Read more...]
Streamline your suitcase with a travel capsule wardrobe
Packing light is certainly practical, but it's not easy to create an efficient mix and match travel capsule wardrobe without sticking to neutrals. My suitcase can end up like a rainbow when I pack all my favourite dresses. That's ok if there's just you to pack for, but when you've got a whole family to fit in you need to be a bit more selective. Fortunately the lovely … [Read more...]
5 fun things to do at Kennedy Space Center (for kids!)
Shining like a beacon of scientific brilliance amongst the low-brow (but super fun!) Disney and Universal madness, the Kennedy Space Center is a must-do when you visit Orlando. But if, like us, you're not prepared to devote the 8 hours to it that their website recommends, then you need to narrow down your options to focus on the most fun things to do at Kennedy Space Center … [Read more...]
What to wear to a high tea
Sipping tea and nibbling on scones is an especially feminine pastime, reminiscent of elegant ladies, sumptuous interiors, hushed voices and raised pinkies. I do like to partake in such a scenario myself on occasion, with a preference for a cup of Earl Grey at The Tea Room, Queen Victoria Building, Sydney. However there are some fabulous kid-focussed high teas around, like … [Read more...]
Undiscovered, unspoilt and family-friendly | Seven Mile Beach, Gerroa with kids
When you need an escape from the city hustle and bustle, head to the peace and quiet of Gerroa on the NSW South Coast. Gerroa with kids is the perfect family weekend away. As the main road meanders its way south from Kiama, through Berry and Nowra to beautiful Jervis Bay, Seven Mile Beach Gerroa is tucked well away from the passing weekend crowds. At just over two … [Read more...]
What to pack for a weekend in the Blue Mountains
How are you coping with the heat? This is currently the most popular topic of conversation in Sydney and no wonder. With its second-hottest December since the mid-1800s, followed by its hottest ever January, it's a pretty safe bet this will be the hottest summer on record for Sydney. And boy are we feeling it. The beautiful Sydney climate is typically milder than … [Read more...]
Voyager of the Seas review | Our action-packed week at sea
We recently spent a fun-filled week on Royal Caribbean's Voyager of the Seas cruise ship. We sailed out of Sydney on a South Pacific itinerary that included stops at Mare in New Caledonia and Noumea, also in New Caledonia. Our overall impression was super positive and we have no doubt that we were on the best Australia-based cruise ship for families. See how Voyager compares … [Read more...]
Our favourite Fiji day trip | Oolala cruise to Savala Island Fiji
One of the main reasons we chose to stay at Denarau for our recent trip to Fiji was that I was super keen to do a day trip to an island. This was our first trip to Fiji since Hamish (4) dropped his day sleep, so we were all ready for a full day of fun and adventure. After some intense TripAdvisor research, I booked the Oolala Cruise to Savala Island Fiji. Oh yes. This is … [Read more...]
The fanciest kids high tea in Melbourne
There are high teas that welcome kids, and then there are high teas completely devoted to kids. Every school holidays The Langham Melbourne creates an adorably themed kids high tea with sweet creations that show off the immense talents of the pastry chef. Sing is the movie of the moment - even the preview was awesome. Did you see the mama pig belting out a number in … [Read more...]