Experience a magical Care Bears Afternoon Tea during the July school holidays at The Langham, Melbourne. It will be an enchanting experience for families and Care Bears fans of all ages to come and share the love with their most nostalgic friends.
Melbourne is a city that thrives on its dynamic contrasts, and the collaboration between Melbourne River Cruises and Melbourne SkyDeck encapsulates this beautifully. The “By River and Sky” experience is a tour de force of the city’s finest vistas, melding the tranquil allure of the Yarra River with the vertiginous grandeur of the Eureka Tower. Our tour was experienced close to sunset and the views were spectacular.
Vietjet’s inaugural flight from Hanoi, Vietnam, to Melbourne, Australia, landed yesterday at the Melbourne Airport. The official launch ceremony was attended by The Hon. Natalie Hutchins, Member of the Victorian Parliament, Minister for Jobs and Industry, Minister for Women, Minister for Treaty and First Peoples of Victoria, Melbourne International Airport Chief of Aviation Jim Parashos, and Vietjet Vice Chairwoman Nguyen Thanh Ha and Vietjet Vice President Nguyen Thi Thuy Binh. We also attended and heard about the growth of Vietjet and their plans and services, notably the new direct flight to Hanoi.
Savour classic French fare with modern twists while delighting in two-sip martinis and absinthe aperitifs at Luke Mangan’s new Melbourne restaurant Bistrot Bisou, officially opening tomorrow. We were invited to a media dinner to experience this new French bistro for ourselves, and we were highly impressed with the stunning food and beverage offerings, as well as the high level of service and classy fit out.
Doha, the glittering gem of Qatar, is an intriguing blend of ancient traditions and futuristic aspirations. Nestled along the sun-drenched coast of the Persian Gulf, this city has emerged as a modern marvel, offering visitors an opulent playground of world-class dining, extravagant malls, and exhilarating desert adventures. My journey through Doha revealed a destination that is both indulgently luxurious and steeped in cultural richness.
We enjoyed a perfect day with Portarlington Mussel Tours for a memorable world class luxe mussel tour experience. For us this was one of the highlights of the year.
We enjoyed a stunning staycation at 40-storey Oakwood Premier Melbourne in an Executive Twin Room with extraordinary views of Port Phillip Bay. A hotel perfect for the modern traveler.
We enjoyed a stunning staycation (David & Samantha) at Bellarine Estate on the Bellarine Peninsula, including glamping with Coastal Glamp, Texas BBQ lunch at Bellarine Estate restaurant with stunning wines, cellar door wine and gin tasting with General Manager James Kenny, dinner and live concert, breakfast in the morning, and a special rum barrel tasting with Peter Kenny (Owner) and son Julian Kenny (Head Winemaker).
Newly launched suites at Balgownie Estate are a real hit with loads of style, plenty of space, well-appointed, and feature breathtaking views from the balcony, giving guests an immersive Yarra Valley experience.
We (Sam and David) enjoyed a stunning staycation at flagship and award-winning Mercure Melbourne Doncaster, invited to stay in a top notch suite; surely one of the best hotel and accomodation options for business people and travellers in the region.
Stunning staycation at Rydges Camperdown the perfect place to stay in Sydney. What sets Rydges Camperdown apart is its location (with city views and close to King St Newtown), great team, affordability, pool facility, undercover parking and excellent Rowley’s restaurant.
Henry Sugar has launched Henry Home and we were invited along to celebrate the new opening.
The community and culture that Rathdowne Street Wine Bar and Restaurant, Henry Sugar, has nurtured since it opened in 2016 has grown further with the addition of thoughtfully designed and detailed boutique accommodation above the restaurant, called Henry Home.
The Motley Hotel in Richmond is a hotel that inspires with its artistic, eclectic and vibrant accommodation, rooftop bar Threads, and standout restaurant Ms Parker. First impressions count, and when you approach The Motley from Bridge Rd Richmond you are struck by the heritage terrace facade, and then the stunning lobby/foyer upon entry. We were invited for a staycation (David and Sam) at this impressive new Melbourne hotel.
The transformation of landmark Melbourne hotel Rydges Melbourne is striking, featuring a full scale refit, local art, stylish design with warm and earthy tones, top notch facilities including a fitness studio and rooftop pool, stunning Bossley dining and bar, and large conference and event spaces. We were invited to enjoy a staycation at Rydges Melbourne and experience it's delights.
Botanik Kyneton is a luscious cocktail lounge and bottle shop that specialises in aromatised wines, vermouths, aperitivi and amari, almost all of which won’t be found at mainstream bottle shops.
This is a must-visit in stunning Kyneton, and a place which offers new experiences and adventure. Guests can expect the largest collection of aromatised wines in Victoria available for tasting, with a unique experience for lovers of these underrepresented wine varieties, and for those yet to be initiated.
We were invited to Botanik Kyneton, as well as connected Kabinett to experience this unique and exciting offering. Thanks to Botanik we also stayed in Kyneton Springs Motel and had a delicious dinner at Spaghetti Bar in Piper St (see my social posts).
A slice of heaven in Lancefield. Awesome staycation at Cleveland Winery in Macedon Ranges with Sam. Extraordinary estate with sweeping views, first class accommodation, rewarding wine tasting at cellar door and superb dining at The Carriage House restaurant. A gateway and base to enjoy so much of the region.