From paddle steamers and river history to wine tasting and wharf walks, Echuca’s historic port offers one of the most relaxing and layered travel experiences in regional Victoria. This guide shows you how to explore it in a half day or at a slow, unrushed pace.
Even though we’ve been to Ballarat before, this trip revealed a whole new side to the city — one filled with art, history, and lakeside charm. From the Eureka Stockade to Sovereign Hill and the stunning Botanical Gardens, here are our top spots to explore in Ballarat.
Escape to the Hunter Valley for a romantic weekend filled with wine, markets, and unhurried moments together. See our full 3-day itinerary, couples’ tips, and where to stay.
Our stop in Valletta, Malta, was the one we were most excited for – and it truly delivered. From Valletta cruise port, we took in the dramatic cliffs of the Blue Grotto, the colourful boats...
 Unmissable Sights and a Culinary Treat Civitavecchia, Italy, is a charming port town situated on the Tyrrhenian Sea, just a one-hour train ride from Rome. It’s the gateway for cruise passengers...
When you think of a day trip from Barcelona, Tarragona might not be the first name that comes to mind. But sometimes, the best experiences are the ones that don’t go to plan. That was precisely the case when we headed to Tarragona on a quiet Monday, expecting Roman ruins but discovering something even better: a peaceful, picturesque city full of charm, history, and surprise highlights. We changed our itinerary, and I forgot to check that Tarrafgona was open, but all the Roman ruin sites are closed on Monday. We think it was the best mistake and made for a great day.
We cruised on the MSC World Europa in early February 2025, sailing the Mediterranean from Barcelona with stops in Marseille, Genoa, Civitavecchia, Messina, and Valletta. In this blog, we share our experience staying in an Infinite Ocean View Cabin, what it’s like to cruise the Med in winter, and tips we learned along the way as a couple travelling from Australia.
The Gothic Quarter (Barri Gòtic) is the heart of Barcelona, full of narrow, winding streets, medieval architecture, and a deep sense of history. During our visit in early February, this leisurely...
We spent thirty-four days exploring eleven cities and twenty-three Christmas markets across Europe. From Vienna’s famous Rathausplatz market to celebrating a medieval White Christmas in Tallinn,...
When you Google Christmas Markets in Vienna, you will find over 20 locations for Christmas Markets, some famous, and others will give you a more local feel. So, how do you decide where to go, how many to squeeze in, and whether you want to explore the city as well? It can get overwhelming, but by taking a moment to determine your priorities, you can devise a fantastic itinerary that suits you and your travel desires. There are a few Markets that are famous and often easy to visit, but with over 20 locations, you don’t have to stick to the big, well-known markets; you can seek a more local experience.
Coming up with a strategy while visiting Multiple European Christmas Markets can help you get past We have had enough; let’s go home. My plan was to create a treasure hunt that pushed us to go the extra mile. We searched for local or new things, local arts or decorations, food, or local drinks, primarily warm beverages.Â
Prague receives anywhere from 6 to 8 million visitors a year, making it very busy most of the time. There are many reasons Prague is on so many people’s bucket lists. It boasts beautiful architecture, from Romanesque to the present trends. If architecture is not your jam, Prague also has a rich, long history spanning a thousand years to explore and great food. Â
Tallinn makes most of the lists for places in Europe for a white Christmas, with the Medieval charm of the old town, and you have the perfect combination for a medieval white Christmas.
Killarney National Park is bursting with amazing places to visit, and it is often included in a visit to the ring of Kerry. During our trip to Ireland, we planned on experiencing many of the epic...
The Beara Peninsula is considered the lesser-known of the Irish ring roads, so we decided to include it in our Itinerary. Everybody knows about the Ring of Kerry and the Dingle Peninsula, but only a few know about the Beara Peninsula. We loved our day driving Beara Peninsula. We will share our experience of the drive and the Seven stops we made along the way.
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