5 tips for planning your travels

I was inspired to write this blog post having just recently met a tourist to Australia (from Europe) who was disappointed that her plans to travel by train around Australia were not working out. We met in Port Macquarie (north … Continue reading

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A taste of Provence

Provence has long been a favourite destination for Australian travellers. Stretching from the heights of Mont Ventoux in the north to the beach promenades of the Côte d’Azur, the region offers a range of delights that can keep visitors entranced … Continue reading

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Food – something for everyone.

One of the joys of travelling in France and Italy is the ability to experience the wealth of gastronomic delights on offer. Whether it’s fresh cheeses, earthy wines, fresh, flaky croissants, 100′s of flavours of gelati, full degustation menus at … Continue reading

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Doorways to heaven

My “I love Italy’ friend, Lisa from Renovating Italy has a passion for doors. This week Lisa has got me thinking about doors too! Picture stone cottages in a picturesque village. Imagine approaching via the village lane-ways to be greeted … Continue reading

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Flying with babies and children

Flying long-haul for the 1st time (or the 2nd or 3rd time!) with your baby or older child can seem daunting, so here’s a few tips and suggestions to make the journey less stressful for you both. Flying with babies … Continue reading

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Introduction to Burgundy, France

Beaune’s Hotel-Dieu – one of the highlights of Burgundy Although well known for its gourmet menus and famous wine growing regions including Chablis, Cote d’Or, and Beaujolais, Burgundy (or Bourgogne as it is known in Europe) has so much more … Continue reading

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Rent an apartment in Paris

This studio loft apartment in Paris is our Friday Favourite this week.  It’s proving very popular this month and receiving a lot of enquiries for bookings in 2012. And no wonder. It’s in a great location, situated in the heart … Continue reading

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The advantages of owner-direct accommodation

I was chatting with a friend last week and she made an off the cuff comment about ‘what’s owner-direct all about? Why would that be good?’ Now I talk about owner-direct all the time and her comment made me realise … Continue reading

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The most beautiful views of Paris

Most, if not all, visitors to Paris will make a beeline for the iconic Eiffel Tower to experience the long held fascination of seeing it, peering up with heads dropped back to admire this world famous monument. Many will stand … Continue reading

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7 steps for planning your trip to France or Italy

If you’ve spent any time planning an overseas holiday, you’ll understand how quickly you can start to feel overwhelmed when you consider all the tasks that need to be achieved. You’ll need to be coordinated and focused otherwise you will … Continue reading

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