Category: Things To Do
XtraClubs Bondi Junction Review: Saunas, Steam & Cold Plunges
The Local Bird • Tried & Tested We spent four weeks testing XtraClubs Bondi Junction’s 90°C Finnish sauna, 70°C infrared sauna, 45°C steam room and…
9 Best Ocean Pools in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs
From Coogee’s historic baths and Clovelly’s sheltered lanes to rugged Mahon Pool and world-famous Bondi Icebergs, discover eight of the best ocean pools in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs.
Bali: Paradise Found at Amadea Resort & Villas in Seminyak
Seminyak is one of the most popular destinations in Bali, and for good reason. With its trendy beach clubs, upscale boutiques, and world-class restaurants, it’s…
Gold Coast: The Best Activities for Your Kirra Holiday
Are you looking for the perfect place to spend your holidays, with plenty of activities to keep you entertained? Look no further than Kirra Beach…
The Best Things to do With 48 Hours in Coogee
Welcome to Coogee, a beachside suburb of Sydney that offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle, stunning ocean views, and a vibrant food and cultural scene. If…
Brewing up a Good Time: The Best Breweries on the Gold & Tweed Coast
The Gold and Tweed Coast of Australia are well-known for their beautiful beaches, stunning views, and vibrant nightlife. However, what many people don’t know is…
Bali’s Best Coffee by a Caffeine Addict
I may be on holidays but my body still NEEDS coffee and knowing how difficult it can be to find one in a foreign place….
Soak It Up at Mermaid Beach’s Very Own Soak Bathhouse
From the moment I’d stepped foot into Soak Bathouse, you can almost sense a feeling of what we once called a ‘holiday’. As the spa…
Be a VIP’s at Finns VIP Beach Club, Bali
Bali may well be synonymous with beach clubs, boasting some world class spots from which to choose, but discerning travellers are now trending toward a…
Explore Byron Bay with the Family These School Holidays
Experience an abundance of family fun around Byron these school holidays. Whether you’re on holiday or a local wanting to explore with the family, you’ll…
Rooftop Bars of Bali
Best rooftop bars in Bali Bali does not have the highest rooftop bar in the world. Not the second highest either. Not the third and…
A Stay of Staycations at Coolangatta’s Calypso Resort
It may have felt like a quick drive to the grocery store but we were itching so badly for a getaway that we checked ourselves…
Whitsundays Dreaming
If Covid has taught us anything about travel, it’s that our own backyard is incredible and a great place to explore. If you are ocean…
The Pasta Factory Northern Rivers Brings Italy to the Dinner Table
With such a busy lifestyle that includes making lunches, drop offs, sports team taxi, running a business and the general mundane chores of housework, that…
Pancakes for the Tweed and Gold Coast Holiday Foodie
The best pancakes on the Gold Coast It’s breakfast time and you or the kids are craving pancakes. There is no shame in craving some…
Feel the Revival of Retro Motels on the Coast
If you’re looking to stay on the Gold or Tweed Coast, but want a unique experience in a retro, alternate or creative motel, than have…
A Bali Spa for the Family
When I came to Bali a few years ago, I noticed a lot of day spas and beauty treatment places. On this trip, there are…
What to do on the Gold Coast with Active Kids these Holidays
If you need some ideas to entertain the kids on the weekend, but you want to keep itoutdoors, then check out what we’ve put together…
Where can you help those affected by the 2022 Northern NSW floods
It has been a tough 3 months of the New Year and our border community has been hit hard with the 2022 floods. If you’re…
The Best Gold Coast Apartments for Your Holiday
Need to getaway on the Gold Coast but want water views? We have put together the best holiday places on the Gold Coast by the…
Romantic Proposal Ideas in Bali
Quite often we are asked for romantic ideas to sweep your partners off their feet. So lovebirds here is a list below that is sure…
Southern Gold Coast Eats
What can you do? If you do one thing this week, support a local small business. There are so many deserving venues to choose from,…
The Australian Outback Spectacular
Embark on a journey to the heartland of Australia through an all new show featuring true Australian characters, a transformative arena, mesmerising animals and immersive…
Swinging on the Gold Coast
Sometimes casually hanging out with your friend, loved one or even crew is just a bit lacklustre. You yearn to mix things up a bit…
Coast on down to the Tweed
Living on the border can (most of the time) be an absolute blessing. We have the best of both worlds and I wouldn’t change it…
Ten Things to do in Tweed with the Kids
Experience an abundance of family fun in the Tweed, which includes the towns of Tweed Heads, Cabarita, Kingscliff and Murwillumbah, in northern NSW Seaside vacay…
Stay the Night or Stay Forever on the Tweed Coast
Accomodation Halcyon House CABARITA Enjoy cocktails by the pool, a relaxing holistic spa treatment or a long lunch at their in-house restaurant, Paper Daisy. One…
Explore The Very Best Of Our Tweed Coast
Tweed, glorious Tweed! From the mountains to the river mouths, the sand dunes to the red earth hills, this little slice of paradise really does…
Gorgeous Gold & Tweed Coast Day Spa’s
Whether you’re on the Gold Coast for a long time or a good time, chances are the searing Queensland sun has taken its toll on…
Gold Coast Coffee Addicts Beware Caffiene is calling you!
The Gold Coast’s coffee culture has exploded in recent years, with new espresso bars, roasteries and boutique brewers seeming to open up every week. And…
The Gold Coast’s best kid-friendly cafes the whole family will love
Families flock to the Gold Coast for theme park action, beach chills, hinterland mini-hikes and sunny good times. But between all those activities, you’ll need to…
Potager, The Restaurant to Visit in the Tweed
A Twenty five minutes drive from the QLD border & up and into the hills to Carool we go. Located in the Tweed Valley we…
Burleigh’s Esplanade Holiday Apartments
Burleigh’s Esplanade Apartments are of 1st class standard and with only 2 apartments per floor, makes them one of the most spacious on the Gold…
Sandcastles on the Broadwater
The grounds at Sandcastles feature stunning tropical landscaped gardens and an exciting recreational area. The large lagoon pool includes a heated spa.Enjoy the fully equipped…
The Luxurious Aria Apartments Broadbeach
Aria is one of the Gold Coast’s iconic holiday resorts offering guests luxury, relaxation and beautifully designed boutique apartments in the heart of Broadbeach. Guests…
The Secret is Out! The Lady of Darlinghurst Found at The Lord Bob
Ladies and gents, grab your magnifying glass and dig out that tweed detective cap! It’s time to reveal the hilariously odd tale of my sunny…
Our Favourite Pilates Reformer Classes on the Tweed and Gold Coast
If you like your Monday morning pilates class with the girls or your afternoon reformer class by yourself, Pilates is a workout that reconnects, strengths…
Any Excuse for Romance in Bali
Imagine having a candlelit private dinner under the twinkling stars, serenaded by the soothing music of the ocean. And best of all – there’s only…
Taste of Indonesia at Sydney’s Shangri La
Indonesia’s electric and diverse cuisine will take centre stage at the second “Taste of Indonesia” Food Festival at Café Mix from 16 to 26 August…
The Uber Lux Capella Camp, Ubud, Bali
Introducing the newly opened, Capella Ubud, Bali. The ultra-luxurious tented camp set in the heart of a verdant rainforest, is bringing the rich heritage of…
Checkout of your hotel and in to Finns Rec Club, Canggu
Travellers can make their last day Bali one of their best days, with this Departure Day package from Finn’s Rec Club in Canggu. Packages are…
Get Smashed at the Avocado Factory in Canggu
The Avocado Factory is the first avocado bar in South East Asia, serving delicious and healthy food in Canggu, Bali. Every item on the menu…
Premiere Departure Lounge
The hidden airport Premiere Lounge. FOUND IT! Ah it’s that time again where you struggle to walk yourself through the airport to make the flight…
Bali Vegan Festival, Ubud
The 3rd Annual Bali Vegan Festival – 6-8 October, 2017 The Bali Vegan Festival is an annual 3-day event held at Paradiso Ubud and the surrounding area….
Macy Gray at Finns Beach Club, Bali
Macy Gray will be appearing at Finns Beach Club in Bali’s Berawa Beach for one night only on Saturday 23rd September and tickets are onsale…
Food and Wine Festival at Finns Rec Club, Canggu
Food and wine for the adults and Splash Water Park is open for the kids… Can a Friday night get much better? Date: 1st September…
Mayweather Vs McGregor live at Finns Rec Club, Canggu
Calling all fight fans to Finns Recreation Club in Canggu Screening live from Las Vegas, late on August 26th (LA time), Bali viewers can catch…
Pacha Festival Bali 2017
On August 18th 2017, Bali will premiere the exclusive first edition of Pacha Festival Bali at the Anantara Resort Seminyak. For one day and night Seminyak’s…
Dance for Peace Festival Bali 2017
Dance For Peace Festival is a yearly psychedelic trance gathering dedicated to raising the awareness of peace. Celebrating the divine blessing of Life and Love….
Free Yoga at Finns Beach Club
Yoga Guide Magazine Launch Party When: Sunday 23rd July Location: Finns Beach Club, Canggu Time: From 7am…
Mayaloka Villas Seminyak
With the sounds of Frogs & Geckos…it is difficult to imagine I am a two minute walk from the beach and the busy area of Seminyak…
Make a statement with Mister Zimi
Husband and wife team Jimi and Zoe Paul are at the helm of the label, designing their own prints for pieces that are versatile, trans-seasonal…
Villa Sungai…Pure Luxury
Picked up by the marvellous Made I made our way to the little village of Cepaka. The drive took approximately 45 minutes from Seminyak however, time…
Choosing the Right Wedding Location
Let me introduce Tash from the amazing Plan A Events Company. With cupids arrow in the air I thought we would ask to Tash give…
Elephant and Bat Caves of Bali
Caves of Bali Bat Cave A one hour drive between Manggis in East Bali and Ubud has been a perfect route to see two temples…
Seminyak’s Seductive Kiss
I am not talking a french kiss either. I am talking about the sexy 1,2 and 3 bedroom Kiss Villa’s located in Bali’s trendy Seminyak…
Hello Solar D and goodbye Vitamin D deficiencies
My weekend necessity is now the beach and the newest Solar D sunscreen. I have used so many sunscreens over the years and with a sensitivity…
Aussie Expats share their Bali favourites
Rock Bar in Jimbaran Bay offers amazing ocean views. DISCOVER the island that locals love through the eyes and ears of Australians who live there….
A Canggu Beachfront Wedding Venue
Couples lucky enough to get engaged over the Christmas and New Year holidays now have the perfect absolute beachfront Bali wedding venue available. Villa Gajah…
Saigon Street is a Bali must
Situated in the heart of the dining and entertaining scene of Seminyak and Petitenget, Saigon Street restaurant and bar is already being billed as the place…
Have Rice Day
Working The Rice Paddies How many times do we pass a Rice Paddy without sparing a thought to the farmers? Well not anymore…Not since I…
Mel’s Easy Nasi Goreng Receipe
When I experienced my favourite Nasi Goreng dish on my stay at Mayaloka Villas I could not help but to ask the Chef the recipe…
Away with the Away Spa
Walking through Away Spa reception we are greeted by the ‘Talent’ and taken to our designated area to prepare for the ultimate experience. And here we…
Family fun at the Courtyard by Marriott
Not too long after the opening of the Courtyard by Marriott I thought it would be ideal to take the family for a few nights…
Top ten things to do in Ubud
With breathtaking views of its picturesque rice terraces to its luxury resorts, Ubud is full of diversity and culture. Known as the Arts Hub of…
Little Joe Woman opens in Bali
Shopping in Bali is so much more exciting LJ is open. It is amazing what you can learn from Instagram posts. I rarely use Insta…
My Safari Journey
Safari and Marine Park I felt this experience raised many issues within myself and the issue of animal conservation. However, the park promotes itself on…
Seminyak’s Lacalaca
At Lacalaca Cantina Mexicana restaurant and bar in Seminyak, they have a passion for good food, good booze, and good times. In the kitchen they work…
Language of the Locals
Island Of Smiles
Thought I would share a few words with you to help you mingle with locals. I feel there is no point being in a different country without learning some of their language.
Kaftan Dreaming
Holidays are on the way and all of a sudden we feel the need to pack an entirely new wardrobe of everything comfortable yet sexy…
Double Bay’s Mrs Sippy to open in Bali
Double Bay’s Mrs Sippy will join the growing band of Sydney ventures headed to Bali. The new spin-off venue, Mrs Sippy Pool Club, is slated…
Away Spa at The W Retreat’s Five Star Facials
W RETREAT & SPA BALI – SEMINYAK is thrilled to welcome super facialist Su-Man Hsu back to the award-winning AWAY® Spa. Described as a natural alternative to Botox, Su-Man…
The ‘Sunday Brunch’ at Karma Kandara
KARMA KANDARA’S NEW SUNDAY BRUNCH TURNS EVERY WEEKEND INTO A CAPTIVATING CELEBRATION WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY Why spend Sunday Brunch within a stuffy air-conditioned hotel restaurant…
A Bingin Fairytale Wedding
Not long a go a beautiful girl wearing a Lisa Ho gown by the name of Laine married the man of her dreams named David…
Tips for Departure and Arriving in Bali
Now your flights are booked and you have your Passport. But if you have had your passport for some time I am hoping you checked…
Not to be missed. Top Australian Chef at Starfish Bloo
AUSTRALIAN DALLAS CUDDY GUEST STARS AT STARFISH BLOO For five days in February a culinary switch up will take place in the kitchen of the…
The Charm of Three Bedroom Villa Oost Indies
Located in Seminyak, the first thing that you will notice about this three bedroom villa is the proximity of the beach. The view of the…
Luke Mangan’s Salt Tapas Opens in Bali
Luke Mangan, one of Australia’s leading culinary experts, leading chefs and restaurateurs, is going to have the next chapter of his existing ‘Salt’ brand open…
Hu’u Bar Bali Presents Sneaky Sound System
If you are in Bali on Friday 30th August, then head to Hu’u Bar for their RED ‘End of Summer’ closing party. Featuring Australia’s own…
Zara Now Open in Bali
If you can’t get enough or find a Zara store at home then you can now experience it on your next holiday to Bali. Zara…
Just A Tip On Bali Belly!
As I sit here struggling to find the energy to type I thought I need to share with you ways in which to avoid this dreaded infection that could potentially ruin your precious time on this beautiful island
Bali’s Top 10 Bars
Ku De Ta Potato Head Woo Bar Supper Club Rock Bar Sarong Bar Nammos Beach Club Metis Hu’u
Monkeying Around In Ubud
Did you say you want a Banana? Take Note this is the last photo you see of me in The Monkey Forest due to a mild phobia…
Gear
Please be under! Please be Under! If you have this going through your mind at Check-in, you are not alone! On a flight home from…
Photo Friday – Gianyar Night Market
Gianyar Night Market -Pet Shop? A must on your Bali – To – Do List. Between Denpasar and Ubud you will find this market open daily…