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Hotels from some of Expedia’s top trending destinations for November, 2014 The Hydro Majestic Hotel, Blue Mountains NSW The grand dame of the Blue Mountains has been lovingly restored to her former glory, with a few very modern touches. The reopening of the Hydro Majestic marks the completion of stage one of a $35 million… Continue reading Top Trending Destinations – November 2014
‘We’re heading to Europe for a month!’ I’d say. ‘With your baby?’ they’d say, incredulously. ‘Nah, he’ll go back to the family of possums we found him in ‘til we get back. Ha ha ha! But seriously. No chance. Babies are the worst at traveling. He’s going to stay home and mind the cat.’ And… Continue reading Yes. You can travel with a baby.
Walk down any street in Paris and you’ll notice that the women all have a similar, effortlessly chic wardrobe. Navy and white striped tops, black blazers, ballet flats, skinny jeans, ankle boots, a slick of red lipstick – there’s an unspoken uniform that forms the basis of true French style. The key to copying the look is… Continue reading Shop like a local in Paris
I just returned from some time in Greece and wanted to rub everyone’s nose in it with a post about it. Sorry, I mean, recommend some things. This is my fifth trip to Greece. I’ve been to the islands of Paros, Ios, Naxos, Santorini, Folegandros, Mykonos, Corfu, Zakynthos and of course, the capital, Athens, where… Continue reading Greek Island Hopping 101
Our Scotland road trip was at the end of a six month adventure across America and Europe. We’d already experienced a lot of amazing places. It also rained more than anywhere we’d ever been (but you kind of expect that with the Highlands). Despite all this, the road trip remains one of our best memories. The five… Continue reading A Scotland Road Trip
Hotels from some of Expedia’s top trending destinations for September, 2014 Avalon Coastal Retreat, Tasmania Located 10 minutes drive south of Swansea on Tasmania’s eastern coast, this stunning private retreat looks straight out onto Great Oyster Bay. The three queensize bedrooms, sprawling kitchen, lounge room and fireplace are designed for a few days retreat away… Continue reading Top Trending Destinations – September 2014
Unique Sleeps: Amazing hotels hand picked by Expedia Experts. The Royal Crescent Hotel, Bath. I grew up just down the road from the historic city of Bath. Even as a child, I knew it was a beautiful and special place, but as an adult who has seen a lot of the world, I appreciate it even… Continue reading Unique Sleeps: Royal Crescent Hotel, Bath
Hotels from some of Expedia’s top trending destinations for July, 2014 The Fairmont Banff Springs, Canada For those of us who like to ski in style, this four star hotel is a great base on a Canadian ski adventure. With the Rocky Mountains at your back and picturesque pine trees all around, this beautiful building… Continue reading Top Trending Destinations – July 2014
Hotels from some of Expedia’s top trending destinations for June, 2014 Mamilla Hotel, Jerusalem After a long day of sightseeing in Jerusalem, watching the sun set over the Old City should be one of life’s simple pleasures. When you’re watching the last of the day’s light fade from the comfort of the Mamilla Hotel’s rooftop… Continue reading Top Trending Destinations – June 2014