Specialists for the experiential traveler
After visiting Monument Valley we drove to the town of Page, a gateway to both incredible landmarks and adventure sports. we crossed back and forth between the states of Arizona and Utah before we reached the town sitting alongside Lake Powell. We booked a tour of Antelope Canyon for 1pm, which provided perfect lighting in…
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We began our journey early in the morning, excited to be leaving the craziness of Vegas for small town USA. Our drive took 6 hours but as the road stretched out before us the scenery really grew more and more beautiful. Within a few hours the fields were covered with snow as we drove towards…
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I’d visited LA before but always stayed in Santa Monica, the beach-side area popular with Aussies wanting to be by the water before flying home from their American adventures. This time round I wanted to try another area and decided on West Hollywood for a more local LA feel, recommended to me by friends who…
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My stay at the gorgeous Parker Hotel made my time in Palm Springs. Originally built in the 1950’s and owned by Gene Autry, who planned to house his newly acquired baseball team, the California Angels. Most recently designed by Jonathan Adler the whole interior is stunning, everywhere you look is photo worthy. The lobby area…
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Still my favourite place in India, I was so happy to return to Udaipur. This gorgeous lake city is so charming. The small winding streets and alleyways are a calm reprieve after the craziness of travelling around Rajasthan. Historic white buildings line the waterfront, most with rooftop restaurants and contrasting bright pink bougainvillea. Instead of…
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I was so excited to arrive in Varanasi, after hearing so much about this interesting city and our long flight I was so happy to feel the warm sun on my arms and hear the crazy noise of Indian streets I loved so much on my first visit to this incredible country. After our rooftop…
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I had never thought of myself as a cruiser but this weekend away changed my mind. A group of friends and I thought it could be a fun weekend away and something a little different so chose a Melbourne to Sydney cruise on board the Golden Princess. We set sail at 6pm on a Friday,…
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Exquisite dining experiences are the highlight of your voyage. Regent Cruise fares include all specialty restaurants onboard, so you can dine wherever your mood takes you. Their superb menus feature Italian, French, Pan-Asian and steakhouse fare, each accompanied by incredible wine lists. During our Regent Seven Seas Mariner ship visit we dined at Compass Rose…
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This beautiful Rangoli henna pattern was done by a talented woman on one of Udaipur’s sunny rooftops. After purchasing a handwoven wall hanging to add to our growing collection of textiles the store owner extended us an invitation to his house to meet his family. We were a little apprehensive at first but sure enough…
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