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 Queensland’s oldest remaining rail bridge, excellent cafes, one of the most popular […]
25 of the best day trips from Brisbane
Looking for fun and fabulous day trips from Brisbane. We have 25 top picks here from the beach to the rainforest, lakes and rivers, wildlife, family fun and adventure. Brisbane is a great city to both live and visit. It’s casual and laid back but there are options here for culture, great foodie experiences and […]
The Best Cafes in Broadbeach and Mermaid Beach
It seems like new cafes and restaurants open every week on the Gold Coast at the moment and many of them are exceptionally good. It’s hard to keep up with testing them all out but we do our best. Over the past few months we’ve developed a few firm favourites that we go back to […]
Peppers Broadbeach Review | Gold Coast
We took off this week for a short escape to the Gold Coast. Broadbeach was one of our favourite spots long before we moved to Australia and is somewhere we continue to return to. It really has everything you need to be as relaxed or busy as you want. The food culture especially has continued to […]
A Visitors Guide to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
The Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary has a huge variety of Australian birds and animals displayed in modern habitats for clear viewing & optimal animal welfare. There’s plenty here to do for the whole family, including a walk through kangaroo enclosure and the new Lost Valley experience. [separator type=”thin”] The Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary was one of the […]
A day at Sea World Australia
Sea World Australia is a marine wildlife park combined with thrill rides, aquatic animal shows & educational presentations all on the gorgeous Gold Coast. We recently spent a day at Sea World Australia and wanted to share our tips for getting the most out of your visit. The park has aspects to appeal to all age […]
An afternoon at Canungra Valley Vineyard
A wine tasting, a gourmet picnic basket packed with tasty local treats and a leisurely summers afternoon to spend between the vines and the creek in the Gold Coast hinterlands. Yes, I’d say life is looking pretty good.
The Best Lamington National Park Walks
We’ve spent some time this summer revisiting the Lamington National Park walks and wanted to share some of our favourites. There’s something here to suit almost everyone from serious hikers to families catering to little legs. The great thing about the climate here in south-east Queensland is that hiking is something you can do all […]
O’Reillys Rainforest Retreat | Gold Coast
We recently spent 3 days in the Lamington National Park as guests of O’Reillys Rainforest Retreat. We’ve stayed once before many years ago and it’s incredible being right there surrounded by the rainforest 24/7 but still with all the comforts you could wish for. The area is great on a day trip which we have […]
Drinking Billy Tea at Lukes Bluff Lookout
You can’t get much more authentically Australian than a mug of billy tea. Enjoyed by the early settlers to Australia, a staple of bushmen and women across the country and a highly anticipated part of any camping trip. It’s a good strong brew, simple and authentic. Our first billy tea experience was on holiday many […]