Category: HIDDEN GEMS
Gjirokaster – A detour worth making!
If your ideal holiday destination conjures up images of quaint cobblestoned streets, unique cultural experiences, lovely locals and tasty authentic
Antiparos – The unsung hero of the Cycladic Islands
The island of Antiparos is a hidden gem of the Greek Islands just waiting to be explored. The smaller sister
Kotor is an underrated gem!
Kotor is a medieval town situated at the base of the Dinaric Alps. The remarkably well preserved old town overlooks
Mostar – We love you the most-ah!
Mostar feels like it is straight out of a fairy-tale. Situated in a valley along the Neretva River is the
Stiniva Beach – Vis, Croatia
Stiniva beach on Vis Island is one of the most picturesque swimming spots from our travels in Europe! A small
Puglia – Italy’s Hidden Beachside Paradise
Puglia ranks as one of the highlights of our travels so far. This southern region of Italy provided the perfect
Gallipoli and the south of Puglia
Gallipoli: Our road trip and travels in Puglia lead us to Gallipoli, located on the south western coast of Puglia.
A night in Ostuni [Puglia]
Ostuni, ‘la città bianca’, meaning ‘the white city’, is situated in central Puglia, below Bari and above Brindisi/Lecce/south Salento. Ostuni
Polignano a Mare [Puglia]
Polignano a Mare is a hidden gem of Italy that should be on your list of places to travel to
Lake Bled – A slice of Slovenian heaven
Is Slovenia the next country on your European itinerary? If the answer is no, maybe you should reconsider. Lake Bled,
Gordes you have our heart!
Gordes you have our heart! This little French town located to the east of Avignon in the Luberon district was
A snapshot from Porto
There is something about visiting a city or town with low expectations and having it well exceed them. That was
Redwood Forests of Victoria
There is something impressive about feeling small in a forest. The dappled light that filters through the treetops provides a
A Day Trip To Coimbra [Portugal]
Sometimes the best things come by accident and by surprise, you agree? This describes Tess and I’s adventure to Coimbra.
The Big Drift – Wilsons Prom’s Hidden Secret
The Big Drift is one of the lesser-known Wilsons Promontory destinations, however we think it’s a must see! Think vast,
The Best Beach in Victoria: Why Mt Martha has a case!
Mount Martha beach, particularly Mt Martha South Beach, located on the Mornington Peninsula, Victoria, has serious holiday vibes. The declaration
Hidden Gems of Victoria – For Day Trips & Short Stays
Ready for a Victorian adventure that’s slightly off the beaten track? Alright, these aren’t completely hidden gems, however we think
Wilsons Promontory deserves a visit!
In 2021, Tess and I ventured down the southeast coast of Victoria to Wilsons Promontory. I had previously completed a
Don’t Miss Loch Ard Gorge
The 12 Apostles are one of Victoria’s popular tourist attractions, finding a regular place on travel advertisements and tourist trips.