Looping the Lake
A scenic trip around Lake Taupo – from town to country – for a night First Stop We headed off on a Saturday, first stop: Vine Eatery & Bar in central Taupo for a scrummy lunch – no booking required.…
Jane Daniell
Dalat’s 6 Best Attractions
Dalat, a delightful city in Vietnam’s Central Highlands, offers so much – amongst which are plenty of tourist attractions. Below, enjoy the stories and pics describing the six places we visited and enjoyed for the special, memorable experiences they offered.…
A Kaleidoscopic Vietnam – Part One
Because Vietnam is such a dynamic mix of colour, energy, vibrancy, quirkiness, and style, and because it’s always a fascinating country to travel, I’ve opted to tell this story about five destinations over thirty-three days through a visual lens. By…
Talking About Laos
In October last year, Jesse Mulligan, host of RNZ Afternoons, interviewed me about my recent trip to Laos, the magical Southeast Asian kingdom that holds a permanent place in my heart. Click here to listen To find out more…
#RNZ Afternoons with Jesse Mulligan
Interview on “Heading Off” Wednesday 10 June 2026
Glamping. Our Captivating Experience
With special thanks to Lilah and Justine Recently, we were generously gifted a one-night stay at an enticing glamping property in Paengaroa, in the Bay of Plenty, NZ. This was our experience. Our overnight bags packed and a glamorous picnic…
Yes, It’s Definitely Worth Visiting Cape Reinga
Photos (unless otherwise noted) are kindly provided by Robbie. What does the Far North of New Zealand offer? Why is it hailed as one of the most beautiful and culturally interesting parts of New Zealand? Read on. It’s true that…
For Your Next Break Away, Think Waihi Beach – NZ
Photo Credit – Libby Hewitt It’s a very pretty, sort of backwater. Sort of, because although it’s off the beaten track, it’s a mere 60-minute drive from the Western part of the Bay of Plenty, and a more direct journey…
The Fun of a Wet Weekend on a Yacht. Whangamata, NZ
Whangamata, a burgeoning seaside getaway, sits prettily on the eastern side of the Coromandel peninsula, North Island, New Zealand. Renowned for its gorgeous golden sand cove-shaped beach, great surf and safe swimming, it is one of the most popular summer…
Sydney’s long-awaited new 6-kilometre green trail is about to open
As a city with everything to attract visitors as well as catering to the local population, Sydney is now proud to announce its new Green Trail. Click the link below to read all about this fabulous new initiative. You’ll be…
