Perhaps it's our constant craving for wellness in a post-pandemic world but hot springs and thermal baths are, well, so hot right now. Or maybe it’s because relaxing in a…
Desta CullenFebruary 22, 2023
A tiny powerhouse of slow travel and long considered a holiday destination for many a mainlander, there’s clearly something in the water on the Apple Isle. Tasmania’s irrepressible charm lies…
Desta CullenFebruary 16, 2023
Though the mod-cons of our tech-driven lives may lead us to forget, we are all a part of nature. Which explains why time outdoors has such a primal, calming effect…
Desta CullenJanuary 11, 2023
Planning a getaway with the family but stuck in a rut trying to decide between bush and beach, pool or farm stay, minimal or all the trimmings? We get it.…
Claire PlushDecember 22, 2022
Leave the shabby tent at home and forget the blow-up mattress, you won’t need either where you’re going. From lavish safari tents in the wilderness to see-through bubbles set amongst…
Claire PlushDecember 7, 2022
Sydney’s a stunner, there’s no doubt. But when all that city buzz gets too much, a retreat to the South Coast is a necessary getaway. From ocean-at-your-door beach shacks to…
Desta CullenNovember 23, 2022
Vineyards, deserted beaches, world-class food and wine, rolling farmlands… the list of reasons to visit Western Australia reads like a wish list for the dream life. With so much to…
Claire PlushNovember 20, 2022
Planning a holiday across the pond? With secluded beaches, craggy snow-capped mountains and an abundance of wildlife (and friendly locals), the land of the long white cloud is a nature-lover’s…
Claire PlushSeptember 27, 2022
Everyone sets out to explore new places differently. Some travel with nature walks or heart-palpating activities in their sights, and others, are led by their stomach and the promise of…
Claire PlushAugust 18, 2022
Small, inviting and fuss-free, cabins are the gateway to a simpler life; one where the words “shiny” and “new” are replaced with “well-loved” and “comfortable”. Found along rugged coastlines, hidden…
Claire PlushAugust 17, 2022
Waking up at 6am to the squawk of hungry children — your own or your neighbour’s — is hardly going to cue the romance. Which is why carving out pockets…
Claire PlushJuly 31, 2022
Finding the perfect place for a retreat, doesn’t have to be difficult. When guided by a criteria that involves spacious common areas, beautiful nooks for solo down time and a…
Claire PlushJuly 31, 2022
Feeding our insatiable desire to downsize and simplify, there’s never been such a choice of incredible tiny homes to retreat to in Australia. From seaside cabins to architecturally designed vineyard…
Claire PlushJuly 14, 2022
Clear the jam-packed calendar sticking to your fridge and take a drive to the country, where bucolic pastures are aplenty, the fresh air is bountiful and the only traffic jam…
Claire PlushJune 29, 2022
The only thing better than a day sipping vino at a winery, is knowing that you don’t have to leave. Enter: winery Slow Stays—where clever people craft thoughtfully-designed accommodation and…
Claire PlushJune 18, 2022
Crack the red wine, pull on your favourite pair of woolly socks and get cosy this winter at one of Australia’s best Slow Stays with fireplaces. From tiny beachfront cabins…
Claire PlushJune 18, 2022
So, you’ve booked a Slow Stay and are gearing up for some much-needed R&R, away from home and the overflowing list of endless tasks. To make the most of your…
Claire PlushJune 8, 2022
Nothing calls for a little escape to the hinterland, forest or mountains like chilly winter days. The days where lighting a fire to stay cosy is the highlight and wrapping…
Claire PlushMay 31, 2022
Weddings. Just the word alone is enough to send some brides-to-be into a hive-inducing planning frenzy with table settings, guest lists and menu options taking over prime headspace in the…
Claire PlushApril 29, 2022