Travelling with Kids – Adventure isn't just about the plane trips!
It was back in 1987, after a few dismal years on the dairy industry front, that Brian Inder decided to pursue a childhood dream of creating a hedge maze and model town. His larger than life personality and quirky sense of humour, his passion for his dream and his can-do attitude saw his dream realised through …
Over a decade ago, pregnant with Striker, T and I set off to visit Cradle Mountain. It had long been on my bucket list and I was super excited about finally taking the trip there. We left early from Hobart and were given direction via Ouse (where my grandfather is buried) and Lake St Clair. …
When we started planning our trip to Tasmania I knew that a visit to at least one wildlife park was going to be on our itinerary. Ideally I wanted to visit one that showcased the wildlife unique to this part to Australia and was committed to conservation and put the needs of the animals before the …
image supplied As a small girl, I dreamed of growing up and running away with the circus to become a Liberty Horse trainer. You may have held similar imaginings, albeit as an acrobat or lion tamer or even a clown? As adulthood nears, dreams of the circus typically move aside for serious things like study, work and …
Canberra ACT, long thought of solely as a place full of parliamentary visits, has become Australia’s hot travel destination for families, offering a plethora of activity, accommodation and dining options to suit every budget. There’s a bevy of things to do in Canberra with Kids that you will enjoy too! Every time we visit our …
Whilst summer has reached most parts of Australia, Darling Harbour is experiencing snow for the first time in December with the unveiling of the new SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Penguin Expedition. This brand new million exhibit launched over the weekend which saw a number of new sub-Antarctic residents welcomed to Sydney. Yes, both Gentoo and King Emperor penguins are now on exhibit …
Food is one of the most exciting aspects of travelling. Choosing where to eat and what to eat can define your entire holiday experience. On our recent weekend away to Nelson Bay I knew that Little Nel Cafe was going to top our list of places to eat not only because it was on the …
In early December we found ourselves heading north to the Port Stephens area for a good friend’s milestone birthday celebration. We had months to prepare but,  in our typical style, we left sourcing accomodation to the last minute. We decided to throw caution to the wind and book directly through Expedia’s recommendations without doing much research. We booked …
Dig a little and you can uncover some of the most amazing underground places to visit in Australia. After a trip to Abercrombie Caves with the kids we were keen to explore more caves. With a trip planned to Dubbo, we had the perfect opportunity: Explore Wellington Caves with kids! Our trip coincided with some of the …
When travelling to a new town, especially after a long drive, sourcing the best coffee can be a priority for some. Whilst I personally don’t drink coffee, it is one of this things that T just can’t live without. When we headed to Dubbo over the Spring School Holidays, I was quick to do my …
A few years ago I commuted to work each day, passing through Central Station on my way to my stop at St James Station. I was oblivious that there were tunnels and disused platforms below my feet. Only recently did I learn that these existed and so began my quest to explore both. An exploration of Central Station’s Disused …
When it comes to Australian Zoos, Dubbo Zoo or Taronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo has become one that almost every Australian family hopes to visit at least once before the kids leave home. Opening way back in 1977, it was established to provide an alternative spacious living and breeding space for large animals like elephants …
Mutter spider in a crowded room and you are likely to have one or two people recoil in horror and become increasingly nervous. These eight legged arachnids certainly don’t inspire love and affection from most people. In fact, they are the things of nightmares for many. But what if I told you that these little creepy crawlies are …