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 our 15th Wedding Anniversary recently and thought it might be nice to celebrate with a …
The Gold Coast Show is on this coming weekend so Friday is a Public Holiday. Yay! A long weekend is perfect for getting away if you can. But if that’s not possible, here are my Top 5 Things To Do On A Gold Coast Long Weekend! CHECK OUT THE MARKETS There are a variety of markets …
I don’t know about you, but every now and again I like to experience a little bit of luxury. And luxury is certainly what you will find at the Gold Coast’s new Rhapsody Resort. Not to mention the absolutely stunning views as well! Recently, I was lucky enough to have a little sneak peak at …
Daisy Hill Koala Centre is located within the Daisy Hill Conservation Park. Just 25 kilometres south of Brisbane or 40 kilometres north of the Gold Coast, this unexpected gem is the perfect spot for a family day out. Oh and did I mention it’s completely free? DAISY HILL KOALA CENTRE Everyone loves our native Koala, …
The northern Gold Coast suburb of Paradise Point has been one of our absolute favourite spots to spend time as a family ever since we first moved to the Gold Coast in 2005. Located about 30 minutes drive north of Surfers Paradise and right on the Broadwater, this gorgeous spot has something for everyone. LOCATION …
I think it’s fairly safe to say that everyone has those days where you just want to escape to somewhere for a few hours of peace and quiet. Whenever Brenden and I feel like that one of our favourite spots to head to is Springbrook National Park in the Gold Coast Hinterland. In just a short 30 to …
At the suggestion of a friend, I recently took part in a Brisbane Greeters Tour. Launched in early 2012, the Brisbane Greeters program is part of a Global Greeters Network. In fact, it is one of 66 Greeters programs operating around the world. HOW DO GREETERS TOURS WORK? Brisbane Greeters Tours are conducted by volunteers who …
There are loads of hidden gems in the Gold Coast Hinterland just waiting to be discovered. The hinterland area of the Gold Coast is probably one of our favourite spots to explore. If we have a day free as there is always something to see and do. The small town of Canungra is definitely on that …
Are you visiting Brisbane or the Gold Coast, or are you a local, and looking for something to do with the kids? Then you can’t go past the Southbank Precinct in Brisbane for a great day out. Located on the southern side of the beautiful Brisbane River, Southbank Precinct is the recreational and cultural heart of …
Hinze Dam is one of our favourite spots in the Gold Coast Hinterland. Sitting on the edge of the Numinbah State Forest and Springbrook National Park, it is just under 25 kilometres from the centre of Surfers Paradise. It is the perfect spot to visit if you are looking for some time out from the theme …
Binna Burra is a beautiful day trip from the Gold Coast or Brisbane. We think we are so lucky to live where we do on the Gold Coast. We have both the beaches and National Parks right on our doorstep. During the summer when it is hot and sticky on the coast we will often head …
If you are visiting the Gold Coast or Brisbane, or if you are lucky enough to be a local, one of my favourite places to spend a few hours is Tamborine Mountain Village. I recently spent the morning there with two of my best girlfriends. Whether you want to browse the shops or just enjoy morning …
Our trip to Cairns included the Daintree Rainforest and Mossman Gorge Qld. We had such an awesome time and can’t wait until we are able to head up that way again and see all the things we loved as well as some of the things we just didn’t have time to do. There are plenty …
If you happen to have a travel ‘bucket list’ then it is quite possible that Nindigully Pub will be on that list. It is one of those iconic Aussie pubs that everyone should visit at least once. It was certainly on our list. LOCATION Nindigully is situated midway between St George (Qld) and Mungindi on the …
The first time we visited Seaworld was in 1997 and I fell a little bit in love. We think the theme parks here on the Gold Coast are awesome and we have always had annual passes for one of them as they are so cheap to buy that way. Sometimes for locals you can pick …
Before going to Fraser Island I think I was vaguely aware that there were a couple of shipwrecks on the island. When I studied a map I saw that there were three marks on it. The ‘Panama’ and the ‘Marloo’ are both marked as being submerged. The third and arguably best known is the Maheno …
Fraser Island is one of the most beautiful destinations in Queensland, if not in Australia. It is one of those places that should be on everyone’s ‘Bucket List’. Once you’ve been, you will want to go back again and again. FRASER ISLAND The largest sand island in the world, Fraser Island, is approximately 123 kilometres …
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