Tips
10 of NZ’s cosiest winter escapes
A roaring fire, a stunning cabin in the forest, snow fights, hot tubs. Sure, it might be cold outside but there’s loads to enjoy about winter in NZ ⛄🔥 From Karikari Peninsula in the north to Franz Josef Glacier in the south, here are 10 of New Zealand’s cosiest winter escapes. Auckland Castaways Resort Why …
10 tips for your first holiday WITHOUT your kids
Don’t get me wrong – whatever their age, holidaying with your kids is amazing. But it’s also amazing to get away sans-children for an adults-only break. My husband and I did just that for my 30th, leaving our 13-month-old daughter Mackenzie with her doting grandparents, and it was OFF THE CHARTS. I’m a big believer …
21 tips for Aussie visiting Canada
If Canada’s on your bucket list but you don’t know where to begin, this is your lucky day. I spent most of my time in Toronto, but I’ve put together some tips that apply anywhere in Canada during winter. Here they are, my tips for getting to know (and love) this amazing country. 1. Dress …
Top tips for flying while pregnant
After doing eight flights (including a VERY long trip to London) in the first 14 weeks of my pregnancy, my baby bump and I learnt a thing or two about travelling sans sleeping tablets and a cheeky bubbles after check-in. Whether you’re travelling for work or play, the good news is it’s perfectly safe to …
10 of Australia’s cosiest winter escapes
The wet, cold and wild winter weather has well and truly set in here in Australia, making your work commute just that little bit harder. Tempted to skip the board meetings, weekly catch-ups and endless layers of clothing with a cosy getaway? ⛄ So are we! Cuddle up to your loved one or huddle around …
10 tips for planning a surprise romantic getaway
It’s become a habit for my husband and I to plan surprise trips for each other every year and we LOVE it! Not only is it amazing having a mini holiday when you thought you’d be cleaning the house, but knowing that your partner has gone to all that effort to create an experience just …
How to fly long-haul with babies and toddlers (and keep your sanity!)
Not only is Sydney-based Lorraine Murphy an award-winning entrepreneur and bestselling author, she also recently survived and thrived on a 20-hour journey home from Ireland with an 18-month-old. Solo! And it wasn’t even her bub’s first big trip. So she’s pretty much our new hero and we couldn’t think of anyone better to share their …
SECRET BYRON BAY: Top tips only locals know
Ahh, Byron Bay. A place that mixes salt, sand, food, drink, food, shopping, nature, food, sunshine – and did I mention food? It’s a destination I’ve visited more times than I can count. With a hospitality scene to rival Sydney’s and built around one of Australia’s best surfing spots, one blog post can only scratch …
What to do when your luggage goes missing 😱
It’s enough to give even the most seasoned traveller chills down their spine – the dreaded missing luggage. That sinking feeling when the last, lone bag trundles around the carousel for the 14th time and you resign yourself to the fact that yours isn’t going to suddenly appear behind it. The good news is this …
Money-saving holiday hacks from our travel champions
There’s nothing better than a clever money-saving hack… unless it’s a clever money-saving HOLIDAY hack. We asked the Wotif team for their personal tips and tricks for saving on travel. Check them out! When to book The early bird catches the worm! But according to Warren Khin, New Zealand Accommodation Manager, the last-minute lizard can …
