We’re in Crete! We have brought the boys with us to Chania for the day and I have, as usual, a full itinerary to get through. It’s perhaps a little ambitious but, with a promise of ice cream a the end, let’s see how we go.… Read the rest
Chania
Bracciano
Benvenuto Bracciano! It’s been a bit of a long day so far. We have been up since 2am and didn’t get much sleep before that with last minute packing, not to mention the excitement. Somewhere en route mid air over Diyarbakir, heading towards Ankara, I have a major pinch-me moment. … Read the rest
Castello Odescalchi di Bracciano
The incredible Renaissance castle, Castello Odescalchi, sits in the heart of Bracciano and has borne witness to centuries of change. As we arrive in Bracciano on the first leg of our Summer Holidays, it greets us.… Read the rest
Tweed Billabong
If you’re a fashionista, tweed and billabongs definitely do not mix. If you love camping and the great outdoors, you might not find too much use for tweed during your adventures (unless you’re in Scotland). … Read the rest
Taronga Zoo
I remember visiting Sydney when I was little and especially Taronga Zoo. It was a special event to go to Sydney, the ‘big city’ from the capital, Canberra, which was sleepy in comparison. … Read the rest
Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve
A day out today at the beautiful rainforest of Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve just outside Malaney. We pack up early and meet the neighbours out the front at a pre-arranged time – not too early for a Sunday morning but not so late that the kids won’t last the day – a fine balance that mothers are aptly attuned to but that can still go terribly wrong without warning.… Read the rest
Fraser Island
The first time I visited Fraser Island was on a four night weekend escape with my husband. This time, our party was extended by our two children and my mum. Both trips were equally wonderful.
Fraser Island is the largest sand island in the world.… Read the rest