Flying into Ayers Rock Airport, it’s easy to see why Indigenous Australians once thought the world was flat. Stretched before me was an endless, arid landscape. The earth is scorched red and the count…
Australian Holidays
With global travel conditions in turmoil as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s time to plan those domestic journeys you’ve always dreamed about. Explore the diversity of Australia and fuel your wanderlust with these inspiring stories.
Escape the kids at a Spicers Retreat
For most parents, life revolves around the kids 24/7. Weeks turn into months and soon, the year is little more than a blur of playdates, kiddie parties, car-pools and after school activities. As meani…
Meet the chefs who inspire
Food is an important part of every travel experience. From the quality, locally sourced ingredients, new tastes and shared memories, dining provides a connection to a destination like few things can. …
Swap the beach for the mountains this summer
Ah, Summer. There’s no better time of year to embrace nature and the outdoors. Still, the extreme temperatures and sweltering city air can get even the most devoted sun worshippers a little hot under…
Blue Mountains bliss
Perched among the tree tops within the picturesque Blue Mountains in NSW, Spicers Sangoma Retreat is about as private and peaceful as it gets. A true country retreat, the luxurious property is eco-cer…
Culinary travel in paradise
Combining travel with a cooking school experience is an increasingly popular holiday option but you don’t have to head overseas to do it. Forget Thailand or Bali, head to Queensland’s Suns…
Get ready for Western Australia’s wildflower season
Western Australia boasts more than 12,000 species of wildflowers with sixty-percent of them found nowhere else on earth. The State’s spectacular wildflower season commences in the north of the state m…
A Sunshine Coast Hinterland escape
It’s easy to see why the Sunshine Coast is the go-to spot for southeast Queenslanders. Perfect for a cruisy day-trip or relaxing weekend getaway, the ‘Sunny Coast’ offers an incredible mix of things t…
A new style of urban luxe
It’s fitting the ongoing and remarkable gentrification of Sydney’s Kings Cross should include a transformative style of visitor accommodation. Spicers Potts Point blends seamlessly into it…
Escape to Canberra this winter
When the winter chill hits, travelling locally may not be top of mind but there are some destinations that make for a wonderful off-season experience. And our national capital is one of them. Canberra…