We spent several days camping at Trial Bay Gaol Campground in Arakoon National Park, exploring South West Rocks, Trial Bay Gaol, Smoky Cape Lighthouse and the surrounding coastline. Here’s what we discovered, what the campground was like with Connie, and why we’d happily stay again.
Four nights on Phillip Island gave us time to revisit a place that has been part of our story since our honeymoon. This time we returned with our grandson, staying at BIG4 Ingenia Holidays Phillip Island and exploring the Penguin Parade, Koala Conservation Reserve, The Nobbies, Cowes and Churchill Island Heritage Farm.
Escape to Burraga Dam for a quiet free camping weekend in country NSW. We share caravan access, facilities, fishing, winter camping and what we found during our stay.
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...
Cruising into Genoa on the MSC World Europa, we didn’t quite know what to expect. The city isn’t as instantly recognisable as Rome, Florence or Venice, but it turned out to be the most surprisingly enjoyable stop. With colourful buildings climbing up the hills, an easy port location, and the option to explore at your own pace, Genoa gave us exactly what we needed that day: history, beauty, and no pressure to rush, even in the rain.
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.
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...
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
In this post, we will share our experience of catching a ferry from Tallinn to Helsinki, what we learned, and some tips to help you plan your crossing.
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.
A short 1hr drive south of Dublin, you will find the Wicklow Mountains in County Wicklow. We included a stop in the area on our way south. There are many amazing places to visit, and in this blog,...
Planning an itinerary to explore a new destination can be overwhelming. It is my hope that as you read our blog and see how we explored Dublin, it will give you ideas for your Dublin adventure. Included are addresses, prices and opening hours when available for easy reference for you.
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