Experiences
When travelling to Tahiti from New Zealand, Kiwis are lucky there are direct flights, but sometimes the flight schedule makes a layover in Papeete a good idea. The mainland is vast – it takes a day to travel around the island – so here’s the top 5 mainland must-do’s on your Papeete pit stop. 1. Marché de Pape’ete The public… Continue reading Tahiti’s top 5 mainland must-do’s
Oh New York, New York, you did it again! I loved my first visit to the Big Apple ten years ago and have been dying to get back ever since. This time, having become a full-time interior design fiend, I approached it rather differently. I’m going to share my favourite experiences with you: what I did,… Continue reading The Interiors Addict’s Guide to New York
Stepping onto Fisherman’s Wharf in Monterey, you’d be forgiven for thinking you’ve stepped into a time warp. The good old days of clam chowder and candied apples don’t seem too far away – perhaps because every bright coloured building along the wharf sells one or the other. Monterey is roughly 500km north of Los Angeles but… Continue reading A day with the locals of Monterey
As the ancient capital city of Japan, Kyoto is home to some of the country’s most important historical and cultural sites. There are more than 2,000 temples and shrines within the city, 13 of those are UNESCO World Heritage listed. So, do you go to Kyoto just to see temples? The answer is no. Yes, they are an… Continue reading From cat cafes to tatami mats: 5 cool things to do in Kyoto
The all-elusive pointy end of the plane just got even more exciting. Etihad’s A380 planes will now feature The Residence. This three room private cabin has everything you need to take your mind off the task at hand. Who cares about long haul travel when you’ve got a double bed, living room and ensuite shower… Continue reading Unique Sleeps: The Residence by Etihad
It’s the seat of the country’s government and the capital of Australia, but this compact city often gets overlooked in favour its bigger, brighter and bolder neighbours. Canberra has been working hard to shrug off some of the more unfortunate stereotypes attached to it, and is now home to a burgeoning food and drink scene. Expedia’s… Continue reading Canberra for foodies
Unique Sleeps: Amazing hotels hand picked by Expedia Experts. The Sofitel Moorea Ia Ora Beach Resort, Tahiti. Nothing quite prepares you for the sensory delights of the Sofitel Moorea Ia Ora Beach Resort. Epic volcanic mountains on one side, unimaginable aqua water on the other; the hotel is nestled underneath countless palm trees and soaked… Continue reading Unique Sleeps: Sofitel Moorea Ia Ora Beach Resort, Moorea
So, you’ve done the Opera House, the Harbour Bridge, the shops, Luna Park, Darling Harbour, Manly and Bondi – what about Blacktown? There is plenty to do in Sydney but you don’t have to stay right in the heart of the CBD to experience a bit of action and culture. Yes, that’s right – you’ll find… Continue reading Blacktown: Sydney’s Wild Wild West
Aussies are known for their laid back lifestyle and a lot of that revolves around the beach. There are beaches that are fab for families, others are great for big surf breaks; some are low on action and big on relaxation. Find the one that fits you best with this listopedia of Australia’s top ten… Continue reading Listopedia: Australia’s Best Beaches Bucket List