Hayman was our first stop after my Mum’s 80th birthday celebration on the Gold Coast. We had almost all of the family including my brother George, his wife Michelle and their two daughters, Georgia and Ashley. After our flight, we popped the sunnys on and walked down the jetty to board the Sun Goddess. [Read more…] about Hayman Island with the family
My recent stay at Southern Ocean Lodge
We all flew from Sydney and easily made the connection to REX Airlines for the short hop to Kangaroo Island, home to Southern Ocean Lodge. Once we landed, there stood Craig Wickham of Exceptional Kangaroo Island, the best tour operator in Australia and a great friend. I have known Craig for over 25 years and consider him a real mate! [Read more…] about My recent stay at Southern Ocean Lodge
Safari in Kruger and Sabi Sand
Kruger and Sabi Sand – South Africa
As I sit outside on the deck of my suite at Singita Lebombo at 4:30 AM, I am surrounded by the sounds of the African bush as the moon retreats to bed for the day. I can hear Hippos grunting to each other and splashing in the river below, lions sending guttural calls, birds just starting to rise and chirp and the baboons swinging in the trees. How could this get better, in the stillness of the southern skies at night? The all familiar (to me) Southern Cross is making its way across the lower skies, something I miss living in the Northern Hemisphere. Perhaps it is right now guiding a sailor across the seas towards Australia? [Read more…] about Safari in Kruger and Sabi Sand
Sydney Update
Sydney, Australia
I had to come down and visit Sydney as 2 new hotels have appeared. The Park Hyatt Sydney was closed for 8 months as they completely refurbished the entire hotel and added 3 sensational new suites on the 4th floor. I was lucky enough to stay a night as Andrew (the General Manager) allocated me into one of their Premium Deluxe Opera View rooms. The room looked right at the Opera House, boasting a large balcony with a chairs and tables to allow a chance to sit and marvel at this unique building. [Read more…] about Sydney Update
Queenstown, New Zealand in April 2012
Queenstown, New Zealand
Queenstown, is the adventure capital of New Zealand, if not the world. I love it more every time I visit as there is always something new to discover – and this time was no exception. This trip was to attend TRENZ, a large trade event where all services (hotels and tour companies) meet with travel companies like mine to renegotiate rates and learn about changes and new experiences. This year, there were almost 100 new experiences for me to learn about. [Read more…] about Queenstown, New Zealand in April 2012
A Journey through Bhutan – Part 3
Day 5 – 6
Gangtey to Punakha
We left this morning with Kinley and Sonam for our 2 ½ hour drive to Punakha. We arrived at lunchtime – just in time for another great meal. Punakha is set around an old farmhouse high on the hills overlooking the Punakha River. We drove to an area and then walked across the suspension bridge, then hopped in a small golf cart- like vehicle for the ride up the hill. [Read more…] about A Journey through Bhutan – Part 3
