One of the keys to packing efficiently is to be fully clued up on the local weather and style of your destination. Sydney has a relaxed vibe that translates into a casual, beachside aesthetic whether it's summer or winter. Indeed you're likely to see people wearing thongs (flip-flops) in the middle of winter! I would always recommend choosing comfort over style when … [Read more...]

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...]

Queenstown, New Zealand is jam-packed with natural beauty. It sits companionably next to the calm waters of Lake Wakatipu, with the spectacular peaks of The Remarkables rising from the shore. Queenstown entices you out into the autumn sunshine with crisp, clean air and skies filled with paragliders. With hubster doing a charity bike ride through the South Island of New … [Read more...]

Spending upwards of 8 hours sitting in a plane poses some unique challenges. And when it's not something you do very often (unless you're extraordinarily lucky), trying to figure out what to wear on your long haul flight can be tricky. Comfort is definitely first and foremost. This is not the time to worry about what's in fashion, what makes your bum look smaller or your … [Read more...]

Have your toes been hibernating over winter? Spring is not too far away now and there are some fabulous sandals starting to hit the shops. Or perhaps you’re heading away soon? This weekend is forecast to be 26°c in Port Douglas and Fiji. In Broome it’s going to be 31°c! That is definitely sandal weather! If that is you, then some pre-holiday prep work might be required. I’m not … [Read more...]

An upcoming holiday tends to send me straight to the shops. Rather than being a last-minute panic disaster, it's often when I make my best purchases. The holiday highlights what is missing from my wardrobe and I can look for what I need with a specific circumstance in mind. A case in point was my recent trip to Melbourne to visit family, hang out in a cool hotel and … [Read more...]

A couple of weeks ago we had one of our regular trips down to Melbourne. The main aim is always to catch up with our parents and friends, but this one was also timed to catch a football game, so hubster could watch his beloved Richmond Tigers. We stayed at the wonderful Crown Promenade, where the service was perfection. Friendly yet professional. Loved it. On … [Read more...]