Do you love Japanese Food? Or perhaps you are finding it difficult to understand what everyone is raving about. These 2 Tokyo food tours will not only help you find the hidden gems but introduce the local foodie culture and etiquette. We’ve made many trips…
Tokyo is a sprawling and diverse city with so many things to see and do. These are our top places to visit in Tokyo as a couple but most will have appeal to families and solo travellers too. Some sights are a must in particular…
As a foodie with a long-standing love of Japan, I couldn’t think of a better way to spend our first day back in Tokyo than by joining Tokyo Secret Food Tours to discover the highlights Ueno food culture. We were both looking forward to learning…
The Blue Mountains refers to the mountain range itself as well as the surrounding area located just 90 minutes from Sydney, Australia’s largest city. The region is UNESCO World Heritage-listed as the Greater Blue Mountains Area and covers 1.03 million hectares comprising 8 distinct protected…
On our first full day in the Blue Mountains, we headed to Scenic World to begin exploring the national park. For us Scenic World offers 2 unique things. The first is accessibility and the second a unique perspective on the natural scenery. So while the…
Jenolan Caves tours explore 340 million-year-old caves, believed to be the oldest open caves in the world. These are our top tips for planning your visit and getting the most from your time above and below ground. The concept of exploring deep into the centre…
Find out why this city that’s the perfect playground for the adults is also an ideal family holiday destination with children and teens. We share the best things to do with kids in Tokyo alongside some tips for making sure everyone has a fantastic holiday….
Looking to spend some time in nature and discover the UNESCO World Heritage Gondwana Rainforests of Australia? Discover the Purling Brook Falls track and the extension down to Warringa Pool plus some other stunning must-visit spots nearby. Summer is in full swing and one of the…
Looking for fun things to do in Auckland? We have you covered with the best places to eat, play and stay in New Zealand’s largest city and our old hometown. Although we now call Australia home we’ve both lived in Auckland for many years before…
Spend a day surrounded by nature and birdsong at this beautiful tract of native forest just minutes from central Wellington. The Zealandia Eco-Sanctuary is the ideal place to learn about New Zealand birds but this is a must-do for everyone visiting Wellington, not just the…
We’re regularly out trying new walking tracks and this Southern Gold Coast boardwalk and river trail is something many will enjoy. We walk it as part of a circuit that combines the boardwalk through the mangrove ecosystem, a touch of history walking across Queenslands oldest…
The Northern Explorer is one of the great journeys of New Zealand, an Auckland to Wellington train trip on the North Island’s main trunk line. Join us as we experience the scenery, service and serenity of train travel through this beautiful country. Despite having had…
