A September school holidays travel tale for AFL footy fans

Sorry NSW. I love you, but I’m not sure whether I can again stay with you in the September school holidays. “Why?” you ask. Yes, I agree your weather was warm and your beaches sublime, but your total lack of interest in AFL meant we missed out on being part of something special. See, we … Continue reading “A September school holidays travel tale for AFL footy fans”

I’m the real neighbourhood table tennis star

Have you seen the AGL ad featuring the neighbourhood table tennis star, Jenny? The TV ad is about saving electricity, but every time my family sees it they look at me and laugh. See, if we had the room in our garage for a table tennis table, I would be Jenny. The looks, the competitiveness, … Continue reading “I’m the real neighbourhood table tennis star”

Horror holiday accommodation – when it goes wrong

I was listening to the radio recently and the talkback topic was ‘horror holidays.’ Luckily, I love researching my holiday accommodation to the enth degree, so most times the places we stay are wonderful. But occasionally it can all go pear shape. When it comes to horror holiday accommodation, Venice 2011 is at the top of … Continue reading “Horror holiday accommodation – when it goes wrong”

Holidaying in the 70s

Catching up for a coffee in a trendy cafe in Melbourne’s inner northern suburbs, I was  excited to see dessert bowls that we’d had as children being used as sugar bowls. Some of you may remember them… I excitedly told the young waitress that I had not seen such bowls for years and that we … Continue reading “Holidaying in the 70s”

Two night minimum – a variation on a theme

Back in April, I wrote about my frustration over two night minimums and how I believe they are detrimental to families. Although I still believe this, I have found a holiday park offering a variation on the theme that makes it much more palatable. Marysville Caravan & Holiday Park is located in the picturesque Victorian … Continue reading “Two night minimum – a variation on a theme”