Updated July 2021 We’ve been holidaying in the pretty seaside hamlet of Barwon Heads on Victoria’s Bellarine Peninsula since our kids were babies and toddlers. It’s been a great option …
Ballarat: Where to Stay, Play and Eat
It’s been a while since we visited the Victorian gold rush town of Ballarat. Last time we visited the ‘Rat a couple of years back, we had our three kids …
Beechworth with Kids – Where to Stay, Play & Eat
Earlier this year, just weeks before pre Co-Vid19 restrictions kicked in, Team Shenanigans drove up the Hume Highway to the beautiful historical town of Beechworth for the Labour Day long …
Where to Eat In and Around Melbourne – Summer 2020
Do you love eating out can never think of where to go when the opportunity arises? I hear you people, which is why one of my goals for this year …
Five Great Places to Eat & Drink in Melbourne’s CBD
Melbourne’s long held reputation as a serious food destination is well known both locally and further afield. So it’s probably not surprising then, that on the occasions I do venture …
What to do in Trentham, Daylesford & Kyneton with Dogs & Kids
If you’re looking for a great location to enjoy a long – or short – weekend, then I have the intel for you. Over the Melbourne Cup long weekend, we …
Girls’ Weekend in Bendigo – Where to Stay, Play and Eat
Getting away for a weekend with the girls is always a good thing, right? Heading out of town Thelma and Louise style – except that weird going off the cliff …
What to Do in Inverloch With (or Without) Kids
Inverloch is such a great spot to visit, with or without kids. If it’s not on your radar – and it should be – Inverloch is situated on Victoria’s south east …
What to do on Phillip Island with Kids
Updated February 2019 Growing up in the early ’80s, my family and I spent a week or so every summer at my great Uncle and Aunt’s beach house in Ventnor, …
What to Pack for a Holiday Rental/Driving Holiday
Every January, we pack up the car and head down to one of Victoria’s many coastal towns where we rent a holiday house for a week or so. It supposed …
Family Holiday Tips, Destinations and Ideas – Part 2
Welcome to the second post in this series on Family Holidays – Ideas, Destinations and Tips (you can catch up with the first here) in which I’ve asked some of my …
Family Holiday Tips, Destinations & Ideas – Part 1
There’s never a time when I’m not planning my next holiday. Whether’s it’s a weekend away with friends at a caravan park or a family holiday somewhere tropical, I’m always …
How to Have a Great Day at The Royal Melbourne Show
It’s that time of year again. The Royal Melbourne Show is on. Are you contemplating taking the kids but are filled with dread at the thought of a stressful and super expensive …
What to Do Before You Go on Holiday
There’s nothing like a holiday is there? A chance to relax, reconnect and recuperate. Ah, it’s the best. But if you needed a holiday when you booked it, you’ll certainly …
What to Do in Bendigo With (or Without) Kids
In the school holidays just gone, Mr SnS and I packed the kids (and half the house) and hit the Calder for a few nights in Bendigo, in the Victorian …
What to Do on a Weekend in Melbourne
Today’s post is in response to a reader request: Dear Vanessa I would love your ideas on what to do in Melbourne for a couples weekend. My hubby works in …
Healesville – What to Do and Where to Stay
Mr SnS and I have just returned from a fantastic anniversary weekend away in Healesville. Such a great weekend in fact, that I couldn’t wait to write this post and share …
What to do on the Mornington Peninsula with Kids
Updated December 2016 I’ve been holidaying on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula my whole life. As a child, we spent summers visiting our cousins in Dromana, spending most of our time in …
Holidays with Kids: Where to Go in Victoria
Updated September 2020 Welcome to this second instalment of my series: How to Holidays With Kids. Thank you for the great response to the post How our holidays have changed …
How to Holiday with Children Part 1 – How Many Kids
Since we had our first child nearly nine years ago, our holidays have changed. A lot. We’ve had some OK holidays, some mildly enjoyable holidays and some downright shockers. Big …
A Day Out With The Kids: The Enchanted Maze
On the Labour Day weekend a few weeks ago, we loaded up the picnic hamper and set off down the freeway for a day at The Enchanted Maze. (If you …
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