Month: December 2022

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If you thought the Gold Coast region of Australia was all beaches and theme parks, allow me to introduce you to the diversity this region has to offer.

Yes, there are fantastic beaches on the Gold Coast, but it’s also surrounded by rainforest and everglades, offering the perfect escape from the golden sands that makes this area so famous.

When it comes to escaping the beach crowds and enjoying time in nature, there is no better way than to take a break at Binna Burra Lodge in the Gold Coast Hinterland.

Located within the World Heritage Listed Lamington National Park, Binna Burra accommodation is a change of scenery and to get away from all the theme parks and surfing culture.

But what is a

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Even though I lived in Ireland for 12-months back in 2003 that included a lot of weekend getaways and a full 2-week lap of Ireland taking in many of the top points of interest, I’d never even heard of Achill Ireland until three months ago.

That’s the beauty of travel, always discovering new places, experiencing different adventures, and creating new memories that last a lifetime. And over the past 20+ years of travel some of my favorite moments have been at the lesser-known destinations!

When it comes to tourism in Ireland, places that come to mind are the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin, the Cliffs of Moher, and the Ring of Kerry. And I think of experiences like listening to traditional Irish music in a pub, eating Fish n’ Chips, visiting a castle, exploring the cities of Dublin and Galway, tasting

Are you looking for the best Christmas markets in north east England?

I was born and raised in the lovely little region…. so in this guide, I’ve put my proud parochial knowledge to some topical use.

I’ve ordered this list from earliest-starting to latest-starting—and I’ve brought you a variety of unique and unusual offerings, including guest appearances from coasts, castles, city centers, charming towns, and even some friendly packs of dogs.

Pack your Santa hat, fill that sleigh with sacks, and come join the festive fun! Here are the best Christmas markets near Newcastle upon Tyne.

Best Christmas Markets in North East England

Here’s the map of the best Christmas markets, fayres, events, and festivals, in north east England:

1. Central Newcastle’s Christmas Markets

For festive market-hunters in north east England, this is obviously the typical choice.

The best (and most well-known) Christmas market in the region, you’ll find

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The Sunshine Coast is one of Australia’s hottest destinations for white sand beaches, charming villages, and world-class wineries.

But if you’re wanting a break from the beaches and city life, then a trip to the pristine Noosa Everglades is the best way to do it.

These tranquil waterways sit alongside an ancient, thriving rainforest and tall grass, and are famed for their reflective, crystal-clear waters. It’s one of Australia’s most diverse ecosystems and most pristine wetlands.

Meandering down the rivers and waterways is one of the best ways to escape from the stresses of daily life.

But how do you visit the Noosa Everglades and what makes it so special? This complete guide will tell you all you need to know

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Hervey Bay, Queensland, is a spot that is well known as the whale-watching capital of Australia.

The Hervey Bay whale watching season runs pretty much the same as the rest of Australia, from June to October.

This is when you’re most likely to see thousands of humpback whales migrate up and down the east coast of Australia to give birth to their calves in the warm waters.

Since the ocean along the Fraser Coast has protected, calm waters, it’s a favourite transit stop for them as they rest and play.

According to 20 years of research by marine naturalists, the Fraser Coast is the only genuine stopover along the migration route where up to 10,000 whales deviate from their annual journey back to the Antarctic.

It’s the first whale heritage site in the world.

But what is the best way to see these whales? This guide