Why does it take a pandemic and a raft of international travel restrictions for Australians to truly appreciate the wonder and splendour that is uniquely ‘The Outback’? As soon as the Northern Territory graciously opened her doors to South Australian residents, we were booked on The Ghan Expedition from Darwin to Adelaide. Recognised as one of the world’s greatest rail journeys, The Ghan certainly lived up to her lofty status on the ...
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The time has come for the inner you to come out and tell us how you want the world to view you. Your personality dictates your style, which is your own interpretation of fashion. If you ignore your personality and purchase pieces that are influenced by fashion magazines or what suits a friend, you will wind up with a wardrobe of jumbled styles. Not only will this severely limit your flexibility in ...
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I’m a self-confessed romantic and love everything about the festive season. There’s nothing better than curling up fireside to watch Love Actually, Serendipity, or It’s a Wonderful Life. Say the words Christmas Market and it has the very same effect. A weekend or day trip with the one you love on your arm and you’re starring in your very own holiday romance. Here’s the pick of the most romantic destinations ideal for ...
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With summer winding up and autumn on the horizon, now is the time to be forward planning for the ultimate romantic weekend away with the person you love. Whether the sun is shining, it’s pelting with rain, or the leaves are turning, there’s nothing cosier and warming than somewhere sensational to hide away for a couple of days that doesn’t involve the airport. Here are some of my favourites on the ...
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It’s that time of the year when thoughts turn to the silly season and how to make it easier but at the same time more appealing. Want to escape the family hoopla over the silly season or perhaps thinking of a holiday where all of your family’s whims are catered? Well think no further, sailing in the Southern Hemisphere is a fabulous way to retreat from all the pressures of cooking and ...
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Every day, we step out into the world with the intention of creating a better life for ourselves and making a contribution. How each one of us does this is truly unique. Oh my gosh, how much easier would it be if we only had to follow in someone else’s footsteps, similar to a connect the dots instruction manual and presto, the perfect life would be laid out in front of us? I ...
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Think grandeur and luxury, what's not to like about a little royal indulgence while the UK. Perhaps you want your very own castle, just the two of you and romantic seclusion. Look no further than this little gem available through the Landmark Trust to create your royal romance. Clytha Castle Clytha Castle is located in Monmouthshire, south-east Wales. The surrounding woods and countryside views are superb. You can pop into Abergavenny to the market for supplies ...
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In every environment, from the workplace to the web, people make choices that affect their personal trademark, whether it is who to work with and for that matter who to avoid, who to follow, who to 'friend', or what special message to share in 140 characters. You have the ability to create your own sense of individuality, trust and confidence. How you manage your personal trademark in any of these mediums will ...
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If you’re holidaying in the United Kingdom, why not stay in one of Britain’s romantic castle hotels and feel like royalty. Cliveden Once famous for the Profumo Affair, and now forever famous as the place where Meghan Markle spent her last night as a mere mortal before being elevated to Duchess of Sussex. Not far west of London, this fabulous mansion on the Thames invites you to make your own history within its ...
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'Just be yourself' is a very simple phrase for a somewhat challenging task. All too often we spend much of our lives being what we thought we needed to be for a range of reasons. By the end of the day, we don’t truly know who we really are. Whether it’s believing something because we were raised in such a way, delivering the perfect response to acquire the job that we so ...
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