Lets face it, sometimes, life can get really busy. When it does, you know that it won't be long before you need to take a break to relax and unwind. However, finding a spot that is far enough away from the hustle and … [Read more...]
Dreamworld, Gold Coast, Australia
A few weeks ago I wrote a post offering our support to Dreamworld following the tragic accident that occurred there late in 2016. But then I thought that I should continue that support by actually going to the park. … [Read more...]
2017 Food and Wine Expo – REVIEW
Miss Oz and I again visited the Gold Coast Food and Wine Expo which was held recently. This is an extremely popular event here on the Coast. Held over three days in January each year, it showcases some of Australia's … [Read more...]
Gold Coast Commonwealth Games 2018
As of today - the first of January, 2017 there are only 458 days until the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games. Come the 4th April, 2018 over 6,600 athletes and officials from 70 nations and territories will converge on … [Read more...]
2016 – Year Review
Well here we are at the end of 2016. As with the last couple of years it has just flown by. It has been a busy year for all of us, including the kids. Here is our 2016 Year Review. Our opportunities to travel for any … [Read more...]
All I Want For Christmas Is…..
Can you believe it's Christmas time again already? Have you done your Christmas shopping yet? Do you have a Christmas wishlist? If you're stuck for ideas here are a few suggestions that might help get you organised! … [Read more...]
Lego Wonders of the World Exhibition – REVIEW
Without fail, every school holidays, I find something fantastic on in Brisbane that is of interest to one or both of our kids. This time I found the Brickman Lego Wonders of the World Exhibition. It runs from 23rd … [Read more...]
Ice Mule Cooler Bag – Review
We were gifted our Ice Mule Cooler Bag for review. Over the last few weeks, when we have been out and about, we have been road testing an Ice Mule Cooler Bag. What is an Ice Mule Cooler Bag I hear you ask? Well it is … [Read more...]
Swell Sculpture Festival 2016 – Review
Every year in September the Gold Coast plays host to the Swell Sculpture Festival. After attending last year's festival for the first time, I couldn't wait to see what was on offer this year. The Swell Sculpture … [Read more...]
Turkeys Nest Rainforest Accommodation, Mt Glorious
I'm sure you will all agree that life can get really busy, making it hard to find the time for a break away. Everybody deserves a little time away together and we were certainly well overdue for a break. We celebrated … [Read more...]
Best Fathers Day Presents
Father's Day is just around the corner. The kids and I always like to spoil Brenden but it can be really hard to choose a present that we know he'll love and use. So if you have the same trouble buying for your camping … [Read more...]
Holoverse, Southport
If you have teenage kids like we do then you probably know that it can sometimes be hard to find things for them to do when on holidays. But we have found the perfect solution for holiday boredom right here on the Gold … [Read more...]
Still Travelling by Mal Leyland – BOOK REVIEW
At the recent Queensland Caravan and Camping Show I had the privilege to meet and chat with Aussie travel legends Laraine and Mal Leyland. I don't think there would be to many people who haven't watched at least one … [Read more...]
Drifta Drawers – Review
Even before we bought our Mazda BT50 we knew we wanted to install a drawer system with a fridge slide into the rear of it. As usual Brenden got stuck into researching what was going to be the best option for us. After a … [Read more...]
Mothers Day Gifts for Camping Mums
Mothers Day is almost upon us once again and if you have a Mum who loves her camping then why not indulge her passion and buy her something that she will love to use on her next camping trip. MUM LIKES TO LOUNGE … [Read more...]
Gold Coast Caravan and Camping Expo
Today we visited the Gold Coast Caravan and Camping Expo. This is now an annual event on the Gold Coast and for the last two years has been held at Metricon Stadium at Carrara. We had previously been to other similar … [Read more...]
Posts To Read in 2016
If your are looking to catch up on some blog reading during the holidays then you need to check out these Posts to Read in 2016. SOUTHBANK, BRISBANE We love the fact that from the Gold Coast you can be in the beautiful … [Read more...]
