This morning we sadly left our resort behind on Batam Island and headed by taxi to a rather remote local ferry terminal on the far side of the island. Not speaking Indonesian and looking very ‘touristy’, we found all eyes were on us as we paddled through muddy puddles with our new Samsonite luggage. We buy […]
We’ve spent the last week in Batam and Bintan Islands Indonesia, and had a great time staying and visiting at quite a few properties. If you are heading to Batam or Bintan Indonesia, then check out our top ten list of hotels and resorts for your next family vacation. There are many recreational hotels and […]
5 Star Hotels Sale. From $127 per night. Lots of Hotels on Sale We’ve found lots of 5-star hotels that are running sales. Check out the list below. Hotels in Adelaide Hilton Adelaide $127 per night, Save $68. Regular price is $194 per night Check In Check Out $127 per night ($253/weekend) 06/Jan/2017 08/Jan/2017 View […]
Whether you are a frequent flyer or traveller, or this is the first vacation you’ve ever been on, here are some fabulous tips and a few hard rules. If you follow these, you will never feel overwhelmed or panic that you are forgetting to bring, or do something. BE PREPARED In the weeks leading up […]
Eating out involves a lot more than just getting a bite to eat. It isn’t just about the food. It isn’t just about the location. And it sure isn’t just about the price. So we went hunting, and we found what we believe to be the all-round best restaurant in Ubud. Here is why. Things […]
Pinch me. Am I awake? Walking into 5-star DaLa Spa is like walking in your own living dream. You are awake. You have to pinch yourself that it is real. Or is it? I wander through the tropical lush gardens of Alaya Ubud Resort, and from the first step inside, DaLa Spa exudes opulence. Where in the world am I? […]
Staying at the Elephant Safari Park Lodge has been incredible. We’ve just spent the last hour talking with the owners of the Elephant Sanctuary, and during this conversation, Nigel Mason invited us to join his wife Yanie in there recently acquired luxury helicopter with their reasonably new company – Bali Adventure Sky Tours to fly over […]
I’m relaxing by the pool at the 5-star resort we stayed at in Sanur, reading a glossy Luxury Travel Magazine. It is only now I read and learn about a unique Safari Lodge out from Ubud, and right here in Bali. Having done several Safari Lodges in Africa, I thought that experiencing one in Asia was […]
Think of Ubud in Bali, and you can think of either of two things. The hustle and bustle of a once hippy town; now turned into a central bustling hub of modern earthy stores; fabulous restaurants; authentic Balinese culture; with hip and trendy hangouts. Or … You can think of the Ubud surrounding area. Where yoga […]
Articles that talk about our world journey Learning Travels – Culture Travels with Kids by Marta … …wrote this great EcoTourism article about us visiting a Bear Sanctuary in the snowy mountains of Romania the Christmas time of 2014. Are ecotourism and family vacations an impossible match? And Sarah Osio from Travelosio includes us in her […]
Before you set foot on that next airplane, it is time to pack your case. Whether it is a business trip or time for a luxury holiday, you want to look your best. You also don’t want to lug a case full of clothes and accessories that weigh a ton and want to ensure a good […]
How fabulous is this? I am looking at an art deco wooden bar fridge in superb condition. It is definitely the central feature here, laden with quality South Australian wines. We had been on an afternoon walk around the Hahndorf Resort grounds where we were staying and wandered into the Three Gums Bistro just before sunset. […]
