Stretching a day trip to an overnight escape or taking advantage of a long weekend means you can conquer new horizons further from home. And choosing a short trip rather than a week-long epic adventure is more affordable, doesn't need time off work and packing is easier. You don’t need to pack very much, so there's no need to be super efficient - throwing in a few extra things … [Read more...]
Minimalist travel wardrobe | Travelling light on trial
Juggling luggage and kids is no easy task, so packing light can make family travel more manageable. But how light is too light? I don't mind toting a suitcase around and I like to travel with a reasonable variety of colours and styles of clothes. So usually I don't see the point of travelling carry on only. Besides, with kids in tow I would rather check a medium size case or … [Read more...]
What to pack for Greece
Sitting on the shores of the Mediterranean, basking in the sunshine, you can while away your days in Greece eating slow-roasted lamb, feta, olives, tzatziki and many more mouth-watering delights. Pull up a sun lounge on a sandy Mykonos beach and settle in for the day. Or hit Athens for the 4,000 years of history there, much of it still standing! Greece is a … [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...]
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...]
What to pack | Navy & grey capsule wardrobe
Summer can't be far away, because this week the shops are filled with nautical stripes, crabs and fish! The navy & grey inspiration for this travel wardrobe is a 1937 vintage travel poster of the glamorous Monaco Grand Prix. Artist and part-time racing driver, George Ham, created this fun depiction of the famous race as it twists and turns along narrow streets, hairpin … [Read more...]
What to pack | Black, white & red capsule wardrobe
Vintage travel posters are so full of inspirational colour and graphics! The black, white & red inspiration for this travel wardrobe is a fabulous artwork from 1959 children's book This Is London by Czech author M. Sasek. These books are still wildly popular, not least for their beautiful pictures - see the full range here. Or pop a bright poster up in a bedroom - Paris, … [Read more...]
What to pack for Hong Kong
For a sophisticated city getaway, Hong Kong is a fabulous choice! It's not too far away, but is home to a whole other world of cultural and delectable delights. And don't forget the shopping!! Fascinating street markets, like the Jade Market and Temple Street Night Market, and glamorous malls and department stores filled with fashion from budget to luxe. And it's where … [Read more...]
What to pack in your travel beauty bag
There's no room in a suitcase for clothes that you won't wear or beauty products that you won't use. What you need on holiday is a simple beauty routine, the same as what you do at home, or a slightly abridged version if possible. I've been known to go away with moisturiser, deodorant and a hair brush, but these days I like to pay a bit more attention to my skin, and wear … [Read more...]
What to pack for Melbourne
There's so much to love about Melbourne. I'm probably a wee bit biased since I spent the first 30-odd years of my life there, but there are so many kid-friendly things to do! Combine that with its innate style, amazing food, awesome coffee and fabulous shopping, and well, it's an incredible city. Melburnians have a reputation for wearing a lot of black, but black is … [Read more...]
