An enthusiast of Spanish gastronomy, San Sebastian, Spain
An enthusiast of Spanish gastronomy, San Sebastian, Spain Recently our Advisor Mary Ann visited San Sebastian, a seaside resort and a delicate cultural haven in the Bay of Biscay on Spain’s north coast. It is a wonderful city with a pristine beach and is dotted with splendid tapas bars and restaurants. Arzak, a three star Michelin starred family-run restaurant, was my favourite.... Read More
Cycle the Loire Valley, France
Cycle the Loire Valley, France A client of John’s spent the first few days of his holiday in France cycling the quiet country paths and river banks of the Loire and Cher Rivers and enjoying accommodation that varied from wine-brokers lodges to a former gentleman’s residence with landscaped gardens and a private lake. With meals and wines as indulgences to counter the “rigours”... Read More
Golf holiday in New Zealand
Golf holiday in New Zealand New Zealand is an easily accessible destination for Australians. We know a luxurious plantation-style lodge overlooking the Pacific Ocean with its own dramatically designed, world-class championship golf course. Kauri Cliffs Lodge, along with its sister property, Cape Kidnappers, is the ideal place to enjoy the company of mates, friends and family alike.... Read More
Pretty Beach House - Accomodation on the Bouddi Peninsula, NSW, Australia
Pretty Beach House - Accomodation on the Bouddi Peninsula, NSW, Australia We know about a slice of heaven 100 kilometres north of Sydney, on the Bouddi Peninsula. It is a sensitively-designed cluster of 3 pavilions around a main house where meals are provided by a talented chef. Each pavilion is private retreat for guests with the social point of contact in the central dining... Read More
Peppers Spicers Peak Lodge, Scenic Rim, Queensland
Peppers Spicers Peak Lodge Scenic Rim, Queensland Located 90 minutes south west of Brisbane and surrounded by national park, Spicers Peak Lodge is a 10 suite retreat in Queensland. The cuisine reflects the sensational diversity of Australian culture. Walk, hike or enjoy facilities that include a tennis court, mountain bike tracks, an infinity pool, a library, a massage room and... Read More
Walking and Gourmet holiday in Sicily, Italy
Walking and Gourmet holiday in Sicily, Italy Sicily is an island almost constantly bathed in sunshine and culture-rich as a result of a succession of Mediterranean powers that have ruled its shores for two millennia. This tour allows you to slow down and to absorb the essence of the island on foot. What is revealed is Sicily’s deeply rustic culture - mountain villages, farms,... Read More
A walking holiday from Florence to Siena, Italy
A walking holiday from Florence to Siena, Italy No matter how many times you travel to Italy, you will be moved by its rich cultural heritage and the sublime beauty of its landscape. Tuscany offers exceptional cuisine, and many of Italy’s greatest wines. Virtually every village possesses a noteworthy trattoria where you can enjoy food of refined simplicity. In June the countryside... Read More
Air cruising New Zealand
Air cruising New Zealand Words cannot really do justice to any journey through, let alone above New Zealand. Despite its relatively small land-mass, it is big in the breathtaking department as well as at heart. The warmth and hospitality of Kiwis is legendary and Concierge Traveller knows how you can receive an insider’s entrée to its picture book regions and lifestyle. We... Read More
The Islington Hotel, Hobart - Accommodation & degustation package
The Islington Hotel, Hobart - Accommodation & degustation package Outdoor attractions and urbane comforts are cleverly combined at the sophisticated Islington Hotel, in Hobart. In the glass and sandstone conservatory a talented chef cooks up stunning menus. Tasmania’s fine local produce reigns – lamb, wild rabbit, fresh fish, plump oysters or silky smooth scallops.... Read More
Delights of Champagne and Burgundy, France
Delights of Champagne and Burgundy, France Elisabeth Grieder sees Paris as a logical start or end point to the delights of Champagne and Burgundy. About a one hour drive from Paris, Champagne is a wine district with well-signposted roads that encourage a decelerated approach through tidy vineyards, grand cru estates and ancient villages. Champagne’s capital is Reims, a fairly... Read More
