Where to stay Providencia is a great place to stay if you’re starting your time in Chile. It is in the heart of Santiago and it is very close to the central business district and many attractions. There are a number of hotels and hostels in the area and it is pretty busy and we … Continue reading Where to go if you have a day or two in Santiago, Chile
Month: September 2018
Where to go in Buenos Aires
What an awesome city. It is picturesque, there are plenty of good sites to see, food is amazing and to top it off, it’s not expensive. We found it safe to walk around here, people are very friendly, but make sure you know some Spanish! It’s a big city so you can’t walk everywhere, so … Continue reading Where to go in Buenos Aires
Incredible waterfalls @ Iguazu Falls, Argentina
Iguazu falls can be seen from the Brazilian side as well as the Argentinian side. We hear Brazil is good for the Panoramic shots, but Argentina for everything else. You can visit both if you desire. How can the falls be described: jaw-dropping, incredible, and unforgettable. The falls are 190m of cascading waterfalls, with power … Continue reading Incredible waterfalls @ Iguazu Falls, Argentina
Flour drum is now open for dinner in Newtown
From its humble beginnings at the quirky end of King Street, Flour Drum has flourished into a local Newtown favourite, renowned for it’s creative flair. With a new dinner service, diners will be able to hangout at Flour Drum both day and night. Drawing ‘foodspiration’ from around the globe and elevating the experience of home-style … Continue reading Flour drum is now open for dinner in Newtown
Mama Mulan for your next event!
Having opened it’s doors in June, an elegant interior of free form art provides an irreproachable setting for celebration and purlieu. The vision of their menu is one that triumphantly reimagines Chinese cuisine. The impact on classic dishes many have come to know and love as staples in this food is subtle, yet compelling. … Continue reading Mama Mulan for your next event!
Chicama – for a surfing holiday
If you’re heading to Chicama, the reason is for the surf. It has a famous point break and surfers flock from everywhere in search of the perfect wave. The town is an old remote fishing town with very little to do. Walking around, you will see pueblo's and brightly painted properties which is interesting artistically. There's … Continue reading Chicama – for a surfing holiday
Astrid y Gaston, Lima – Peru
We booked here upon reading about it on the Worlds Top 50 restaurants. We got a booking easily and opted for the ala carte menu. We appreciate that there is ala carte on offer and not just a tasting menu. This means the restaurant is financially more accessible. We arrived at the beautiful mansion that … Continue reading Astrid y Gaston, Lima – Peru
Where to go in the Sacred Valley: Ollantaytambo, Peru
We were told this town in the sacred valley was interesting and worth a stop on the way back from Machu Picchu, so we opted to get the Peru Rail train there and stay a night. When we hopped off the train from Machu Picchu, we were expecting to find a small Archaeological town, which … Continue reading Where to go in the Sacred Valley: Ollantaytambo, Peru
Aguas Calientes & Machu Picchu
If you’re keen to see Machu Picchu, and you’re a seasoned camper and trekker, then maybe the Inca Trail is for you. If that’s the case, find a travel company and book significantly ahead of time. The other way to see Machu Picchu is to get a train from Cusco, from Poroy station in particular. … Continue reading Aguas Calientes & Machu Picchu
Where to find the best locally brewed beer in Darling Harbour? All hands Brewing
Open since December last year, not sure how we’ve missed this spot at destinationsville - Darling Harbour. There’s a nice Inner West kind of vibe to this place which is uncharacteristic of the standard King Street Wharf venues. A growing mainstream awareness of craft beers, they offer a unique and rare experience joining local mircrobreweries, … Continue reading Where to find the best locally brewed beer in Darling Harbour? All hands Brewing