Travel
We're all going on a little holiday... here's where we're going or where we went. And my thoughts on aspects of living in a foreign country.
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Wine, beer & gin tasting in the Adelaide Hills – with kids
Go wine, beer and gin tasting in the Adelaide Hills and try some of the best there is to offer. Better yet, take you kids - all our suggestions are kid-friendly! Here are our tips tried and tested by the locals.
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Tips from the locals: what to do in the Adelaide Hills with kids of all ages
With so many varied things to do, you can easily spend a weekend or even longer in the Adelaide Hills. There are bountiful activities that children will enjoy and it has become a mecca for foodies. Moreover, you can visit more than once and have a different itinerary each time as some activities change with the season. Check out some of our suggestions - tried and tested by locals.
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The best zoos and wildlife parks in and near Adelaide
Adelaide is blessed. There are numerous zoos and wildlife parks in and near Adelaide. This is, of course, great if you are visiting with kids or just want to see some of the local wildlife. But which zoos and wildlife parks should you visit and what is there to see at each one?
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The Fleurieu Peninsula with kids: 25+ fun-filled activities & things to see
Great wine, fascinating history, wonderful wildlife, pristine beaches and breath-taking views - the Fleurieu Peninsula has it all. And you can do it all, even the wineries, with kids. Here's how.
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10 fun things to see and do in Adelaide with kids of all ages
Adelaide tips from a local: Though I no longer live there, it is still my home town. Here are 10 tips for fun (and cheap) things to see and do in Adelaide with kids of all ages.
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25 almost-free things to see and do on the Great Ocean Road with kids
The Great Ocean Road is not just about the 12 Apostles. There are so many incredible, fascinating, budget-friendly things to do and see that make it the perfect place for your next family holiday. Here are 23 stops for your Great Ocean Road Itinerary.
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Karneval im Rheinland: What is the Rhineland Carnival, how is it celebrated and what costumes will we be wearing?
This week is the Rhineland Carnival or Rheinischer Karneval. the final days and biggest parties and parades of the season start this Thursday. Where we live is right in the middle in between two ‘Hochburgen’ or ‘strongholds’ and Carnival is a serious topic, even for kindergarten kids. Miss M is very excited, especially about her costumes. What is the Rhineland Carnival? In the Rhineland, the Fifth Season starts on the 11th minute of the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, which happens to be St Martin’s Day. It lasts until Lent with various parties, and culminates in six days of huge public parades, street parties and…
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13 fun things to see and do in Melbourne with kids
On a recent trip to Australia, we spent a day in Melbourne, one of Australia's most popular and vibrant cities. We had a lovely day and have a number of recommendations. So here is our ultimate guid of 13 fun things to see and do in Melbourne with kids.
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London’s dinosaurs: A visit to the Natural History Museum
During our recent visit to London, we of course had to take our little dinosaur aficionado to see London's dinosaurs at the Natural History Museum in Kensington. This was how Miss M saw it.
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The ultimate London itinerary: three days in London with a small child
Despite awful weather, Underground closures and climate strikes, we had a wonderful time in London with Miss M. Check out our ultimate London itinerary for our tips and suggestions for what to do in three days in London with a small child.
