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There’s something about the fresh country air – crisp, always with the hint of sizzling bacon and a crisp white wine. Oh wait, that might just be the air in Orange. Arguably the most fashionable, foodie town in NSW, Orange is a four hour drive from Sydney and worth every minute of the scenic trip out… Continue reading The Orange Weekender Guide
MANHATTAN. Where to start. There is SO much to do and see, it’s hard not to be overwhelmed. When in New York, I find myself dividing activities into the following categories – eating, shopping, art/culture and, in the warmer months, the outdoors. If you find yourself spiraling in a retail vortex, it’s always good to balance this… Continue reading Listopedia: The Design Files’ New York Bucket List
You’ve hopped over to Australia for a long weekend – but don’t just stick to the big cities. Here’s our long weekend guide – five destinations within two hours drive of Melbourne and Sydney where you can escape the grind and recharge. Melbourne Hepburn Springs Spa country. Just an hour and a half away from… Continue reading The Melbourne and Sydney Long Weekend Getaway Guide
Now while I concede many of the bars listed here are super-duper famous, I’ve tried to recommend a few bars that don’t always pop up on the drinking radar. With so many bars and mates in the industry, it’s a very tough call. From tiny subterranean wine caves to legendary Grappa houses, here’s my listopedia… Continue reading Listopedia: Matt Bax’s International Bar Bucket List
Expedia’s #outthere competition winner Mark Stewart had $10,000 to spend on the trip of a lifetime. He headed to North America for a Football fix. American football, a game like no other. As a kid, I used to watch the weekly Don Lane show on the ABC. I became a 49ers fan after visiting San Francisco at… Continue reading The Rules of going to an American Football Game
Having grown up in Brisbane, for me the Gold Coast was one of the places we visited all the time for some family fun. As an adult I realise how lucky I am to have lived my whole life near one of the most amazing destinations in the world, but as a kid I had… Continue reading Coolangatta for Kids
It’s not easy to keep fit and healthy while you’re travelling, especially when buffet breakfasts are involved. If you’re anything like me, holidays are all about letting loose, relaxing, and eating. Lots of eating. Often working out and keeping fit is the last thing on your mind. But if you’re travelling to a health conscious… Continue reading The Los Angeles Fitness Guide
Once a destination reserved for year six school excursions (hello, Questacon!), Canberra has more recently undergone a renaissance, with new hotels, shops, cafes and galleries popping up all over the city. Just a few hours drive from Sydney and a quick flight from Melbourne, Canberra is a great spot for a speedy weekend getaway, with Expedia’s Kiwi… Continue reading Cool in Canberra
Expedia’s Local Expert Concierge Desks are located all over Hawaii – the concierge team have all the tips you need to make the most of a trip to this little piece of paradise. We chat to Oahu Concierge Noelani about her ideal Hawaii experiences. How long have you lived on Oahu? I was born and raised… Continue reading Expedia’s Local Expert Hawaii Concierge Tips