Here we have an attraction that is completely reliant on domestic tourism, and most kids and teenagers consider going through that attraction as a rite of passage. Add to this mix a healthy dose of complete adoration of the central … Read More...
Review: Hilton Tokyo Bay
Holidaying in Tokyo was a new experience for us. We had never been to Tokyo before, and being in a strange city, it helped that we were able to stay with a brand name that is recognized the world over … Read More...
Variety’s ‘Great Eight’ Chefs reveal menu for June 16 event
Variety the Children’s Charity is dedicated to empowering Australian children who are sick, disadvantaged or who have special needs to LIVE, LAUGH and LEARN. Each month in Queensland alone, Variety receives over $250,000 worth of appeal requests for children in … Read More...
Review: Novotel Twin Waters Resort, Sunshine Coast
I was supposed to be writing this on the Tuesday. Instead, I am writing this on a Thursday. And I can only blame it on myself. I wanted to check out of the hotel on the Tuesday, but I just … Read More...
Review: Annie The Musical in Brisbane
My daughter and I had the pleasure of attending the official opening night of Annie in Brisbane last night.
Annie was one of those movies that I watched over and over and being able to share those memories with my … Read More...
Review: Summer of the Seventeenth Doll
The Queensland Theatre Company (QTC) presents a Belvoir Production, a timeless classic: ‘The Summer of the Seventeenth Doll’. Audience members were pulled by their heartstrings into the unique and painfully haunting story of working class Queenslanders in … Read More...
Review: Harvest Rain’s The Wizard of Oz playing at QPAC
If you have grown up dreaming of skipping down the Yellow Brick Road then HarvestRain’s production of The Wizard of Oz is sure to delight.
The scene is set with Aunt and Uncles farm and literally whirlwinds you into the … Read More...
Review: The Dome Retreat Day Spa, Marriott, Brisbane, Australia
When I was invited to review The Dome Retreat Day Spa at the Marriott hotel during our recent stay, I was super excited as well as little nervous. I don’t usually enjoy being pampered in this way but my … Read More...
Review: Disney Live, Australia
If you are in Australia (See dates and Venues Below) and looking for a fun filled 1 1/2 hours then this show is sure to suit your little ones. With 25 Disney stars appearing your children are sure to know … Read More...
Review: Mary Poppins at QPAC: Practically Perfect!
I did not know that the author of the Mary Poppins book series was born only about 255 kms (161 miles) from where I sit today (Brisbane, Australia), in a sleepy old two called Maryborough (The name of the town … Read More...
Review: Marriott Hotel, Brisbane
Nothing is too much trouble at the Brisbane, Marriott. We were test driving their new package for Jan 2012 – the fun family package. And boy, did we test them.
Can we get an extra interconnecting room to accommodate … Read More...
Review: Australian Outback Spectacular New Show: Spirit Of The Horse
Australian Outback Spectacular (presented by R. M. Williams) is a permanent attraction situated around 20 minutes from Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast (Australia). They have just finished a run of their previous show (Heroes of the Light Horse) and … Read More...
An exclusive Interview with the Mouse himself
With Disney Live! Mickey’s Music Festival set to tour Australia these summer holidays, TRAVEL is a BIG BIG thing for Mickey and the team. And the Mouse himself sat down and gave us some insider tips on travel!
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Mickey … Read More...
Brisbane (Australia) Marriott presents a fun family escape
Just in time for the school holidays, the Brisbane Marriott has released a family pack to inspire out-of-towners to spend a fun filled night in the city. Called the “Fun Family Escape”, this package is inspiration to come to the … Read More...
Review: PYGMALION at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre
After a delayed season due to the Brisbane floods, The Queensland Theatre Company (QTC) proudly opened its doors to showcase ‘Pygmalion’ – the play that inspired the iconic musical film “My Fair Lady”. Audience members were taken on … Read More...
Queensland Theatre Company calls for tomorrow’s talent, today!
Find and foster’ at the heart of new development program.
Following the launch of Season 2012 on the weekend, Queensland Theatre Company is calling for tomorrow’s talent, today, with the announcement of the inaugural QTC Youth Ensemble Program and a … Read More...
Review: Masters Store, Springfield
“I don’t think we are in Bunnings anymore.”
My little girl said to me as we walked in to the newly opened Masters Store in Springfield Lakes, Queensland. And with that simple “Wizard of Oz” statement, my little girl summed … Read More...
Review: Disneyland, Hong Kong
We wrote our review of the Disneyland Hotel in Hong Kong yesterday, and today we are going to review the actual Disneyland park.
The Disneyland Hong Kong park is the smallest of all Disney parks. It contains three themed areas, … Read More...
Review: Disneyland Hotel, Hong Kong
Not many people outside the United States know it, but there are actually more Disneyland theme parks out of the US than within it. US has two (Anaheim and Orlando), while the rest of the world has 3 … Read More...
Review: The Dream MENAGERIE at the Courier Mail SPIEGELTENT
I wasn’t sure how to write this review. Quite perplexed actually. Just not sure what I just saw. Was it a circus act? A vaudeville performance? A comical mystery?
Or was it just a dream?
I was attending the Dream … Read More...