As frequent travellers to Tasmania, our family was looking forward to our first trip on the ‘new’ Spirit of Tasmania. Both ships (Spirit of Tasmania I & II) underwent a $31 million refurbishment in 2015. I really wanted to love this trip, but while the décor has improved, there were some lowlights amongst the highlights. … Continue reading “Spirit of Tasmania – a Family Friendly review”
Tag: exploring with kids
Blue Lotus Water Garden – a spot of Asia in the Yarra Valley
There are many things to do with the kids when visiting the Yarra Valley, including Healesville Sanctuary, the Yarra Valley Chocolate Factory, not to mention a family friendly winery or two. But there is one special place that doesn’t seem to make many lists of family activities. On the face of it, I can see … Continue reading “Blue Lotus Water Garden – a spot of Asia in the Yarra Valley”
Australia Day special – our favourite Australian destinations
Our family has been lucky enough to experience some wonderful Aussie holidays. So on Australia Day, I wanted to share a picture post of some of our favourite holiday destinations around Australia. This list is by no means inconclusive and there are many area we are yet to travel, including the NSW North Coast and … Continue reading “Australia Day special – our favourite Australian destinations”
Things to do in Perth on your Family Holiday
It may be a longer flight than most Australian destinations, but don’t let that deter you from considering Perth and Western Australia for a family holiday. I survived my flight with a 5 and 2-year-old on a flight with no entertainment – despite the woman seated in-front of me who was not very understanding and … Continue reading “Things to do in Perth on your Family Holiday”
Experience the magic of Mary Poppins in Queensland
It was not until I was watching the movie, Saving Mr Banks (pictured above), that I learned the woman who created Mary Poppins was an Australian. How did I get to adulthood not knowing this? “Was Mary Poppins Australian mum?”my children asked. Well, not the magical original super nanny, but the woman who created her, … Continue reading “Experience the magic of Mary Poppins in Queensland”