Pozzuoli – Volcanoes, Gladiators and sunken treasure

Before you take a trip to Pompeii or Herculaneum, make sure you make your way to the suburb of Pozzuoli. If you have a few days in Naples, the town of Pozzuoli is well worth a day (or two) of your time. Spend half a day wandering around the Solfatara and Flavian Amphitheater and then...

10 things to do in Naples before you die !

"See Naples, and then die!' That was a proud saying, Count, which we used to hear as we cruised under lateen sails about the glorious bay that reflects from its waters the fires of Vesuvius "- William KirbyNaples is sadly often missed off a travel itinerary for Italy. Located in Southern Italy, it is the...

Babymoon Bliss – Shangri-La Hotel Sydney

As the due date loomed for the birth of our first baby, I was desperate to have a weekend away with Mr 77 before our lives changed forever. Views from the Shangri-La Hotel - Image courtesy of the Shangri-La Hotel Sydney website I wanted a relaxing last child free hurrah with serious down time to...

Swissotel Sydney – A great stay for families with babies and toddlers

It is a new experience for me having to find child friendly accommodation in Sydney's CBD.  After two decades of  travelling around the world backpacking, flash packing and finally being able to afford luxury hotel stays, I have had to rethink what will make an experience fun and fulfilling and which embraces the needs of Little...

The Lake Escape – The Entrance House – Central Coast NSW

Covid has certainly hampered non-essential travel for most of us. Yet as the regions tentatively open up to tourism a wonderful location close to Sydney and Newcastle is the NSW Central Coast. The Entrance and Long Jetty are often overlooked as a holiday destination.   However  if you are looking for a beachside family and...

Palm Cove – North Queensland – Australia

Palm Cove is known as the Spa capital of Australia.  Located in Tropical North Queensland, it is a fantastic destination for those seeking complete bliss and relaxation.   It is well known as a favourite escape for weddings, honeymoons, girl’s weekends and indulgent spa weekends.  However it is also a fantastic place to holiday with a young...

Rome – 1 Day Walking Itinerary of Rome- Featuring Roman Holiday, Emperors Footsteps and Rome’s oldest bridge

1 Day Walking Tour of RomeFulvia, our host from  My Rome Apartments is full of energy and information about Rome.  She is passionate about travel and well travelled herself.  She  thoughfully provides "little extras" and interesting information to guests during their stay. There are recycled guide books and brochures from the  tourist office and a book...

Dunbogan & Laurieton -Camden Haven – NSW Australia

View of the Manning Valley Every now and then I stare out at the brick wall that is the view from my office  trying to decide what time of day it is, and I gloomily wish for somewhere beautiful to be.  When this happens, I know it is time to pack up and leave city...

You say Tomato I say La Tomatina !

I like festivals that don’t make any sense. I had heard of La Tomatina through the backpacking grapevine and thought it sounded like fun.   I was headed to Spain to have a holiday with old friends and I managed to convince my travelling companions, the three Englishman that La Tomatina would be a great addition to...

Rome – the First Glimpse

Italy is a country where people are known for their style and fashion.   This becomes immediately apparent when I pass through customs and the customs officer is wearing his sunglasses.Getting into Rome from the Airport is incredibly easy, there are direct trains, buses and taxis to take you to the heart of Rome and like...