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A wonderful day trip from the Gold Coast, Mount Tamborine has lots to offer both young and old, the active and the less so, and gourmet and shopping lovers alike. Volcanic soil and an elevation of just over 500 metres nourishes native Australian bush, spectacular v…
De Bortoli Family Winemakers Words: Katrina de Laszlo Photos: Monica Tindall The residents of Kuala Lumpur were recently fortunate to receive a visit from one of Australia’s most celebrated winemakers: the De Bortoli Family Winemakers. Steve Webber, Chief …
Words and photos: Monica Tindall Gold Coast is certainly a fun destination for family travel. Theme parks, hinterland, a burgeoning food scene, a generally pleasant climate, and striking stretches of golden sandy beaches, make the area a treasure trove for hol…
Words and photos: Monica Tindall Weekends see the leisure crowd hit Intercontinental Sanctuary Cove Resort, and as such Saturday night has been made into something well suited to a luxurious weekend escape. Themed buffets are regular occurrences at the resort…
Words and photos: Monica Tindall Forget afternoon “tea”… in Australia we have a LOVE for coffee and the team at the InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort has recognized this passion with their recent introduction of High Coffee! The Fireplace, the resort’s el…
Words and photos: Monica Tindall The Gold Coast, Queensland, famed for glorious beaches and dynamic hinterlands, theme parks and entertainment, and a burgeoning gourmet scene, is home to Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel and Residences. Positioned to take full a…
Words and photos: Monica Tindall Get Mobile Wi-Fi Many hotels in Australia don’t yet offer complimentary Internet services, and you’re going to want connection not only in your room but on the road as well. Having a mobile router allows you to naviga…
Patissez Patissez may be best known as the creators of the FreakShake, but their breakfast menu is assuring that they are fast gaining new fame for their more substantial offerings. The Cupping Room Great coffee is one thing, but this café backs up the excellent ja…
Canberra’s wine scene is going nowhere but up! With just the right soil, ideal climate and some highly committed wine makers (they even hold claim to Australia’s wine maker of the year), the region is producing a whole range of quality drops bound to make any seriou…
Words: Jane Speechley Photos: Monica Tindall Pialligo Estate is located less than 15 minutes’ drive from the city centre, but it feels very much like you’re visiting a secluded country estate. The long-standing property and winery were revitalised in 2015 with …
Words: Jane Speechley Photos: Monica Tindall Sometimes, it seems as though it might be impossible for a restaurant or café to achieve the big three: great location, great food and drinks, and great service. Usually, one or the other is lacking. However, Loca…
Words: Jane Speechley Photos: Monica Tindall While many of us have enjoyed the intoxicating aroma and earthy taste of black truffles, it was a rare treat to be able to visit the source and join in a truffle hunt at Blue Frog Truffles in Canberra, Australia. The Canb…