As the weather cools by even the slightest of degrees, dreams of cosy country NSW getaways reach a crescendo. And why not? New South Wales regional and country areas –…
Desta CullenMarch 23, 2023
With a mission to change the way people travel for the better, Life Unhurried has been selected as a finalist for the Marketing and Communications for Impact Award in the…
Celeste MitchellMarch 21, 2023
Being immersed in the warm waters of an outdoor bathtub, surrounded by nature, is the epitome of slowing down. With nothing to do but sip on a glass of local…
Claire PlushMarch 9, 2023
First up, if you’re reading this sustainable travel packing guide, then it means you’ve booked a getaway – hooray! Although, as a conscious traveller you’ll know there’s a fine line…
Desta CullenMarch 7, 2023
From rustic rainforest cabins to romantic cottages and private island retreats, Queensland is brimming with bespoke getaways waiting to be enjoyed. Whether you live in the Sunshine State or are…
Claire PlushFebruary 22, 2023
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
Few states and territories in Australia can lay claim to doing it all quite as well as South Australia can. But when it comes to Slow Stays with a difference…
Desta CullenFebruary 2, 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
In a sleepy seaside village on Tasmania’s north coast, where the rhythms of daily life are dictated by the rising and setting of the sun, there sits a shack drenched…
Desta CullenDecember 14, 2022
Caring about the planet and finding the perfect sustainable Christmas gifts for your faves often feels like an unreachable goal. Especially in the face of rampant consumerism and the buy-buy-buy…
Desta CullenDecember 12, 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
A delicate tendril of steam snakes its way skyward, escaping the warm-water surface of the vintage outdoor bath, guiding your eyes up. As the sun sets, suffusing the horizon with…
Desta CullenNovember 17, 2022
Sea breezes, a soundtrack of crashing waves, salt water, sandy feet; there’s no argument that staying by the beach is a slow-paced tonic for busy souls. With a bounty of…
Claire PlushOctober 23, 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
For those who have heard of The Hosting Masterclass or stayed at Captains Rest, the name Sarah Andrews will be a familiar one. If it's not, don't feel bad. It's…
Celeste MitchellSeptember 22, 2022
