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Castle Stalker to Lochgilphead: A Hidden Highlands Journey
Heading south down Scotlandโs dramatic west coast, we stumbled upon an unexpected showstopper, Castle Stalker. Perched defiantly on a tidal islet in Loch Laich, this four-storey keep is as cinematic ... -
Walking Bannockburn: Where Scotlandโs Fate Was Sealed
The two days that changed Scotland foreverโ23rd & 24th June, 1314. Louise and I walked the hallowed grounds where Robert the Bruce secured his kingship, routing Edward II's army despite ... -
Kicking Off an Epic UK Tour: London & Camden Adventures
With a work trip planned for the UK, Louise and I decided to time it perfectlyโaligning it with her journey home to Scotland. She flew out from Sydney ahead of ... -
A Perfect Beach Day in Maroubra: Family, Sun & Play
We thought last weekendโs Spring-like day was a rare treat. But then, we got lucky againโanother stunning, unseasonably warm weekend in Sydney. Much like the rest of the city, we ... -
A Perfect Winter Day at Coogee Beach with the Family
Itโs been quite the "wintery" Winter here in Sydney this year. But after a couple of glorious days, with temperatures reaching the mid-twenties, the whole city seemed to come alive ... -
Stadium Stomp Sydney: 6,300 Steps with Louise at the SCG/SFS
Michael Doig and Louise Connolly tackle Stadium Stomp Sydney -
Bruny Island Cheese & Wine: A Must-Visit in Tasmania
Our final highlight moment in Tasmania was a divine cheese and wine platter at the Bruny Island Cheese Companyโa place that truly embodies the islandโs rustic charm and dedication to ... -
Dark Mofo Festival: A Hauntingly Beautiful Winter Feast
When we discovered Dark Mofo, we knew we had to experience it firsthand. This extraordinary winter festival in Hobart, Tasmania, celebrates the darkness of the winter solstice with large-scale art ... -
Cradle Mountain & Dove Lake: A Stunning Winter Hike
A winterโs day at Cradle Mountain is nothing short of spectacular. Expecting icy conditions, Louise Connolly and I packed plenty of warm layers, only to be greeted by surprisingly mild ... -
Off-the-Grid Stay at Roundhouse, Jackeys Marsh, Tasmania
During our trip to Tasmania, we had the pleasure of staying in a place that was nothing short of spectacularโan off-the-grid, architectural masterpiece nestled in the heart of Jackeys Marsh. ...
