Hotel Review: Peppers Silo hotel Launceston is a well-appointed hotel in North Launceston, Tasmania, opened in mid-2018 after conversion from historic grain silos on the bank of Tamar River. Verdict: Highly Recommended.
Hike & Cruise Tasmania onboard bespoke motor yacht Explore south west Tasmania’s Bathurst Harbour on an expedition-style cruise where a bespoke floating hotel competes with the landscape for top billing.…
Stepping across the Huon Valley boat shed threshold the heady earthy scent of Huon Pine invades my senses. I’m immediately transported back to the sawdust-rich floor of my grandfather’s workshop…
Australia is the largest island in the world. Did you know that there are actually over 8,000 islands dotted around this island continent? Many of them are perfect for an…
Scottish funny man Billy Connolly supposedly said, ‘ I don’t know why I should have to learn Algebra, I’m never likely to go there.’ Neither, my friend, am I. I…
The southerly wind whips up chilled spray as we scoot across Mercury Passage to Maria Island. A film of salt rests on my lips, tiny droplets linger in my hair…
Boutique luxury hotel Saffire Freycinet in Tasmania has recently created a Tasmanian Devil enclosure in a bid to save these devils who are in danger of extinction from disease. Saving…
Have you ever wondered what the ears of a devil look like? Yes me too. In this case the Tasmania Devil. They’re kind of cute, don’t you think? In conjunction…
Soft adventure travellers are a demanding lot. On the one hand they want to explore new territory, get off the beaten track and enjoy nature in all her kick-arse glory,…
Purpose built for the discerning traveller, Hobart’s newest boutique hotel was inspired by its closest southern continent, Antartica. Salamanca Wharf Hotel has recently opened its doors offering guests a true…
Need to escape from the day to day life for a soul-nourishing wilderness experience? Feeling a little weary after a long year filled with challenges, too much work and too…
Arriving at Hobart’s Constitution Dock after dusk, when the waterfront pubs and restaurants are hitting their peak, I gratefully shed my wet-weather gear after seven days at sea. Feeling somewhat…