New York. The city that never sleeps. NYC. Manhattan, Fifth Avenue, Wall Street, Broadway, restaurants with doormen in top hats. NYC. Glitzy. Expensive. Exciting. Luring. Sparkly words that describe a glittering metropolis. How to travel New york on the cheap.
Not a term that crosses peoples lips that often is it? (more…)
Charleston, in South Carolina, is charming. It is a gorgeous city crammed with cobblestone alleyways steeped in history. I also happen to think it is an underrated destination.
There are so many fun things to do in Charleston, SC, but what about when the sun goes down? Are there any unique things to do in Charleston, SC, at night?
The answer, my friend, is yes.
Charleston is perfect for romantic couples, but if you are looking for something when those nights close in, then you’re in the right place.
And why don’t more people rave about this place? (more…)
Luckily, being on a budget in New Zealand means you can while away your days soaking in hot pools and relaxing like a millionaire, with or without kids.
There is a false misconception that New Zealand is an expensive place to live, but if you know where to look (a few inside tips!), then there are bucket loads of free stuff, perfect for the budget traveller.
If you’re looking for family-friendly natural hot springs in New Zealand, Rotorua has two of the best.
One will cost you very little, and the other?
Entirely FREE! – The perfect solution to travelling on a budget in New Zealand.
If you are looking for ideas for a budget weekend in Auckland with the family and have never been to a planetarium, then you’re in for a treat. Stardome Planetarium and Observatory.
Tackling a weekend city break with two teenagers while on a budget? You will need to be resourceful. (more…)
Are you looking for a budget weekend in Auckland with teenagers? With littlies, a weekend city break is pretty easy. There are parks and zoos and there’s usually a bouncy castle hiding somewhere between the sausage sizzle and the honey stall on the Saturday street market, but taking teenagers away to the city for the weekend – especially on a budget, can be a bit hit and miss.
No parent wants to go to all the effort -not to mention the costs involved in packing the family away for the weekend, only to be faced with long faces and wails of “I’m bored” from the teenagers. (more…)
I’m Liz, and this is my family.
I do Travel. I do Wine. I do being a mum to big kids. Sometimes I do all three at the same time.
I don’t do hormones. Or looking perfect for Instagram. Or dieting.
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