After leaving the rest and relaxation of Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge, Jean from The Traveling Honeybird and I headed for Launceston. Set on the Tamar River, Tasmania’s second major city is known for its food and wine, and every local recommended we visit Cataract Gorge Reserve for its panoramic views. Upon arrival at Mantra Charles […]
A relaxing weekend at Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge
Early Sunday morning, Jean from The Traveling Honeybird and I boarded a flight from Melbourne to Tasmania for an extended girls’ weekend of relaxation, nature and (of course) good food. On arrival into Launceston, we hopped into our rental car and headed toward Cradle Mountain. It’s a good thing Jean was driving, because I was […]
A castle, a pod, a Harry Potter train and other unusual accommodation in Scotland
When I visited Scotland last Autumn, I went with two goals: to find the Loch Ness Monster and to discover the most unusual places to stay in Scotland. I succeeded at only one of my goals. The weather in Scotland was to blame for many of my planned activities’ cancellations (apparently it’s not safe to […]
The best castle accommodation in Scotland – Castle of Park
Nearly every little girl fantasizes about being a princess. For most, the dream ends when we hang up our toy tiaras, trading it for the stability of ‘real life.’ But what if that dream could come true… even just for a day or two? When I booked my trip to Scotland, I scoured the internet […]
La Bastide de Moustiers: 5-star luxury near the Verdon Gorge, France
There are two ways to enter the 5-star La Bastide de Moustiers. Option 1: drive down scenic winding roads, past the turquoise Verdon Gorge, under a canopy of trees and through the gate, which requires vocal confirmation upon entrance. Option 2: check out the view from above and land on the La Bastide de Moustiers’ […]
Glamping in the Yarra Valley
Melbourne may be the most liveable city in the world, but every once in a while it’s good to get away. Thankfully the Yarra Valley is less than two hours’ drive from the CBD (even on a Friday at 5pm). One of Australia’s top wine regions, the Yarra Valley beckons with promises of wine, cheese, […]
The most charming hotel in St. Paul de Vence
If St. Paul de Vence Hôtel Le Hameau had a Euro for every time I squealed “this hotel is so cute!” the owners could plan their retirement. After driving the winding roads toward St. Paul de Vence, we parked our car in the parking lot below the hotel, walked under grapevines and past lime trees to […]
La Bastide Saint-Antoine: Luxury in Grasse, France
When we turned off the narrow winding roads of Grasse and through the wrought iron gate to La Bastide Saint-Antoine, I knew this was going to be a special place. We drove down the olive-tree lined path, past rose bushes and breathed a sigh of relief… an air of relaxation surrounds the Relais & Château […]
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