Wirra Wirra Vineyards in McLaren Vale is full of character, delicious wines and serious fun. In the Shiraz Revolution masterclass, visitors go behind the scenes and learn what makes the winery tick, followed by Shiraz tasting with a chocolate platter. On a Saturday, Wirra Wirra was a popular place to be. There were groups stopping […]
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Up Close to Koalas and Friends at the Zoo
Want to get up close to some charismatic creatures? The Adelaide Zoo has a range of animal experiences and I felt lucky to take part in two new ones – ‘inspect an insect’ and the ‘koala encounter’. Inspect an Insect Zookeeper Daniel opened up the stick insect exhibit to give a closer look at these […]
Sail Away on the One and All
Ever wondered what it was like for early adventurers on a sailing ship? I got a taste of this during a day sail on the One and All, an 1850’s style tall ship. On a sunny day, we set off down the Port River. With 12 sails and an impressive mast height of 27 metres, […]
Chocolate High Tea at Stamford Plaza
Calling all chocoholics! The Stamford Plaza has a chocolate high tea just for you, and we tested it out last weekend. Set in the relaxing atmosphere of the Cascades Lounge, we received a glass of champagne on arrival, followed by the classic three-tiered stand of gourmet delights. The savoury plate consisted of finger sandwiches and […]