Most people who ask us which is a good place to propose in or around Melbourne tend to expect some glossy pitch about champagne sunsets and a violinist hiding in the bushes. I’m gonna give it to you straight, though: the average Melbourne proposal’s not precisely a rom-com script. It’s all about the capricious Melbourne…
Do Dolphins Live in the Great Barrier Reef?
Do dolphins live In The Great Barrier Reef keeps popping up in my inbox way more often than people asking about the strength of sunscreen in Queensland’s summer – and that’s saying something. The truth is the Great Barrier Reef is home to some of the most incredible marine mammals in Australian waters – but…
What Is the Best Time of Day to See the Pinnacles?
Every visitor to Western Australia’s Coral Coast has heard about the Pinnacle Desert — that otherworldly expanse of limestone formations in Nambung National Park. The question I get asked most is: What’s the best time of day to see the Pinnacles? Well, that depends on what kind of magic you’re after. I’m Paul Beames, and…
Can You Camp at the Pinnacles in Australia?
So many people ask me before heading north from Perth: Can I camp at the Pinnacles in Australia? The short answer — no, not inside Nambung National Park itself. But the long answer is worth your time, because the region’s full of character, campsites and coastal hideaways where you can experience the Pinnacles limestone formations…
Flight Routes & Seasonal Gaps: What Changed for Uluru in 2025
I’ve been keeping a close eye on what’s going on with aviation traffic in the Northern Territory – right into the Red Centre – and in this blog post, I’ll take you through the Flight Routes & Seasonal Gaps: What’s changed at Uluru in 2025. If you’re planning a trip to Uluru (and yes, we…
What Are The Best Cafes In The Blue Mountains?
There’s something about the air up here that makes a flat white taste ten times better. When people ask me, “What are the best cafes in the Blue Mountains?” I don’t just think about who pours the silkiest crema — I think about where you can sit, thaw out your fingers and soak up those…
Can I Visit Uluru Without Joining a Tour — Hire a Car and Do It Myself
So most people ask me before they head to the Red Centre: “Can I visit Uluru without joining a tour — hire a car and do it myself?” The short answer? Yes. But doing it right takes a bit of know-how, a reliable set of wheels and a fair dinkum respect for Country. I’m Paul…
Where Are The Everglades Historic House and Gardens?
Ask anyone who’s exploring the Blue Mountains about the Everglades Historic House and Gardens, and they’ll give you that knowing little smile – the sort of grin that says “you’re in for a lovely surprise”. This piece of National Trust history is tucked quietly away in Leura, a mountain village that’s so perfectly picturesque –…
Are There Off-Peak Deals for Jumping Crocodile Cruises?
If you’ve been wondering whether you can catch a good deal on a Jumping Crocodile Cruise without breaking the bank, you’re not the only one with that nagging thought. Every dry season in the Top End, travellers come pouring into Darwin wanting a close-up look at an Aussie saltwater crocodile – but without getting stung…
How Long Does Lip Neutralisation Typically Last?
How Long Does Lip Neutralisation Last? It’s one of the first questions new clients ask when they walk into our Brisbane studio — often right after they ask if it hurts (spoiler: we’ve got numbing cream and a gentle technique for that). If you’ve got deeper lip tones and you’re looking into cosmetic tattooing to…