Asia
The Bali health retreat you need in your life
I never thought I’d be the type of person to use my valuable annual leave on a health retreat. Holidays are for cocktails, eating whatever you want and throwing your usual routine out the window, right? My new answer to that question: Sometimes. When you and your partner are a little (okay, a lot) burnt …
21 tips for Aussies travelling to Japan
Japan is an incredible destination, as more and more Aussie travellers are discovering for themselves. Here are my tips for making your trip amazing. 1. Pack light. If you have a jam-packed itinerary that involves moving around a lot of different cities/hotels, try not to overload your suitcase. There are a LOT of stairs between …
We check out the Bali getaway EVERYONE’S talking about
Aussies have long had a love affair with Bali, but there’s a new hot spot to hit up. Touted as ‘the new Seminyak’, Canggu is where it’s at and I’m here to tell you why COMO Uma Canggu, located on Bali’s South-West Coast, is where you need to stay. COMO Uma Canggu combines sophisticated luxury …
9 signs you’re a Bali Bogan (but don’t even know it)
Bali? Why would I go to Bali? Sure, it’s gorgeous, with amazing beaches, markets, and cultural experiences. But with all the partying, binge drinking and spot-you-from-a-mile-away Aussies, I could just go to the Gold Coast, right? These were just a few of the thoughts I had when my partner suggested that he and I go …
Why Bali is better than Thailand
Here in Australia, we’re perfectly located to enjoy the best of Asia and all the holiday experiences it has to offer. And those experiences have to be pretty darn good to prise us away from Aussie holiday hot spots like Melbourne and the Sunshine Coast. Thailand and Bali are two popular options, but which one’s …
Why Thailand is better than Bali
When it comes to holiday destinations, both Thailand and Bali are popular choices for all types of travellers. With stunning scenes, great food, a good range of accommodation, and friendly local hospitality, you could almost say these two destinations are equals. But not quite. This is when size actually matters… Thailand’s location bordering Malaysia, Laos, …
Why we went on our honeymoon before our wedding
Trekking in the Himalayas was a long-time bucket-list holiday for my wife and I. We both love getting off the beaten track, so a trip to India ticked a lot of boxes. I have travelled to India for work and was fascinated by the diverse culture and bustling nature of day-to-day life; my wife, on the …
5 of Bali’s best romantic getaways
When it comes to romantic holiday destinations, Bali is seriously on point. But if you and your chéri are struggling to choose from one of the many gorgeous hotels to while away your loved-up days, you’re in luck. Here’s our list of the top five most romantic places to stay in Bali. Berry Amour Romantic …
Top 5 tips for switching off in Phuket
Our busy lives make it hard to switch off. When you’re overwhelmed with work, chores, and trying to eat healthy (ugh), there’s not much time left to chillax. Lucky some clever person invented holidays, where we can lay on a sun-kissed beach and leave all that other stuff behind. One of my favourite places to …
