There may be no harbour bridge or opera house but NSW Central Coast has its own maestro. The Central Coast has changed a lot over the years. My last memory of visiting the Central Coast was many, many years ago where I attended a work conference at the Crowne Plaza Terrigal. The organisers then probably…
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Banyan Tree Ungasan, Bali: What to See, Taste and Do in 5 days
I was off the grid for 5 days when I travelled to Bali, Indonesia, an island known for its lush green forested volcanic mountains, iconic rice terraces, temples, monkeys, traditional markets and beaches. It was nice to getaway for a few days away from high rise city buildings and just see lush greenness and panoramic ocean views….
Blu Bar High Tea Buffet in the Skies at Shangri-La Sydney
As the lift stopped on Level 36 of the Shangri-La Hotel in Sydney today I stepped into the Blu Bar, natural light streaming in on a glorious Saturday, you cannot help but look out the enormous glass windows and expansiveness of Sydney Harbour with unrivalled views of the Harbour Bridge and Opera House, before…
Beachside Staycation: What to See,Taste and Do Around the Crowne Plaza Coogee Beach
A well-executed staycation can be just as relaxing as jet setting off to another location, particularly if it is a beachside location in Sydney. On the M5 East Motorway I was there in 30 minutes and it’s not too far from the Sydney CBD and airport. Coogee Beach is where I headed for a weekend…
Travel Diary :: Nashdale Lane Luxury Glamping Tents in Orange, NSW
I must admit, I’ve never ‘roughed it’ and been camping or pitched a tent. It’s just something my family never did when I was younger. My perception of camping has only been influenced by what I have seen on television: falling asleep under the stars, leaking tents, campfire pits, creatures in tents, sleeping on bumpy…
Shangri-La Sydney: How to spoil yourself on your birthday
Forget buying stuff that adds to clutter to your home. Book a staycation close to home and experience luxury for your birthday instead. Yes, as a Sydneysider I’ve seen our Harbour Bridge and Opera House many times before but have you ever just woken up to the sight of the Sydney trifecta of Sydney…
City Staycation :: Fraser Suites Sydney
A well-executed city staycation can be just as relaxing as a week-long holiday. You are not far from home and the point of a staycation is that you feel you have got away to take a break. Staying in a luxury suite close to home is a good way to do that and that’s what…