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Australia & New Zealand Travel Blog

Which part of Australia or New Zealand are you interested in? Check out my guides to -

  • Sydney & New South Wales
  • Melbourne & Victoria
  • Brisbane & Queensland
  • New Zealand

This super helpful guide to Weekend Getaways Sydney will give you plenty to do when you feel like getting out of the city.

And all the Best Bits of Melbourne are detailed in this guide.

Bells Beach to the Twelve Apostles | Our Great Ocean Road self drive adventure

June 1, 2017 by Kirralee Baker Leave a Comment

Apollo Bay beach - Great Ocean Road with kids

Stretching 243km from Torquay to Warrnambool, the Great Ocean Road was built by returned soldiers between 1919 and 1932 and is dedicated to soldiers killed during World War I. It is in fact the world's largest war memorial. 13 most popular Great Ocean Road stops Torquay Bells Beach Anglesea Aireys Inlet Lorne Kennett River Skenes Creek Apollo Bay … [Read more...]

Undiscovered, unspoilt and family-friendly | Seven Mile Beach, Gerroa with kids

February 16, 2017 by Kirralee 4 Comments

Gerroa

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...]

Sydney to Berry drive | A stylish and delicious day trip

January 25, 2017 by Kirralee 7 Comments

Il Locale Gelato

Nestled in the rolling green hills of the Southern Highlands, Berry is a stylish little haven, filled with amazing food and gorgeous homewares. At 2 hours south of Sydney CBD, the Sydney to Berry drive makes for a lovely family day out. We do this drive regularly and find plenty of things to do in Berry with kids and along the way there. Visit this quaint country village and … [Read more...]

The fanciest kids high tea in Melbourne

January 12, 2017 by Kirralee 7 Comments

Langham Melbourne kids high tea

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...]

Sydney to Hunter Valley drive | Get outdoors on this weekend away

November 18, 2016 by Kirralee 9 Comments

Hunter Valley with kids

At about 2½ hours north of Sydney, the Sydney to Hunter Valley drive is ideal for a weekend away. But when visiting the Hunter Valley, instead of heading straight to the wine, stop off at a few fun, outdoor sights along the way. The lush beauty of the Hunter Valley is unmistakable. Its rolling green landscape is vast and the endless rows of vines are like soldiers on parade. … [Read more...]

Review | Crowne Plaza Terrigal

October 13, 2016 by Kirralee 14 Comments

Crowne Plaza Terrigal review

Sitting by the huge picture windows overlooking the beach as I nurse my long black, I watch the kids helping themselves at the pancake machine. They love that machine! There's something wonderfully luxurious about a breakfast buffet. Where you can have omelettes cooked to order, the kids can try new things (or stick with old favourites!) and you don't need to lift a … [Read more...]

Dream Lover review | David Campbell is a phenomenon in new Bobby Darin musical

September 26, 2016 by Kirralee 1 Comment

Dream Lover review

Brought to you by Nuffnang and Dream Lover Even if you've never heard of Bobby Darin, his is a remarkably inspiring story. This US pop singer from the 1950s and 60s truly went from rags to riches. This young boy, told he wouldn't live past 16, was determined to defy the doctors and his humble beginnings to be a star. With multiple hit songs like Splish Splash, Mack the … [Read more...]

Soak up the sunshine at feel-good musical Singin’ in the Rain

July 11, 2016 by Kirralee 8 Comments

Singin in the Rain

Brought to you by Nuffnang and Singin' in the Rain The catchy toe-tapping songs in this brand new, high-energy production of Singin' in the Rain had me jigging about in my seat. I adore old-school movie musicals and was thrilled that this new show has mastered every aspect to create a production that well deserves the sell-out West End season and multiple Olivier Award … [Read more...]

All the family fun of a Gold Coast theme park holiday

July 9, 2016 by Kirralee 9 Comments

Gold Coast theme park holiday

This was the Gold Coast theme park holiday when my 8 year old daughter joined me on the dark side! When it became all about the thrill rides. It was thoroughly proven on The Claw at Dreamworld. She was keen, but I was worried it would be too much, too scary for her. But as the ride spun and swung through the clear blue sky, something changed between us. As we laughed and … [Read more...]

Review | Billabong Camp at Taronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo

May 24, 2016 by Kirralee 8 Comments

Dubbo roadtrip

Billabong Camp is one of three accommodation options in the grounds of Taronga Western Plains Zoo (aka Dubbo Zoo), but it is not merely a spot to lay your head, it is an all-inclusive camping experience, chock-full of unique activities from late afternoon until morning. I am not a camper. My camping experience is limited to girl guide camps and a high school tour of Central … [Read more...]

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