With National Margarita Day coming up, we thought it apt to share a bit of the history behind the famous cocktail and a delicious recipe, too! The history is convoluted with several people claiming to have invented the margarita. One of the stories is that Carlos ‘Danny’ Herrera invented the margarita […]
The art of coffee has a longstanding history, dating back to 800 AD. Legend has it that goat herders noticed the effect the fruit of the coffea plant had on their goats after eating it. It made the goats lively and appear to ‘dance’. A local monk then produced a drink with it […]
Make your way to Tasmania’s Cradle Mountain National Park, and just perched on the edge is a glorious home away from home for you – Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge. Nestled in amongst the lush green wilderness, the lodge is a treat to stay at any time of the year. Winter brings snow-capped mountains, whilst spring and summer […]
Found deep in the heart of Bavaria is the charming town of Oberammergau. While small in size, the village boasts one of the biggest performances in Europe with a fascinating history to boot. The Passion Play is an eight-hour portrayal of the Passion of the Christ, taking you through his journey from his entry into Jerusalem to his […]
Although Mother’s Day is celebrated in various months across the world, the sentiment is still the same – to celebrate the mother figures in our lives who have shown us unconditional love and guidance throughout our lifetimes. We love to read all about how different cultures celebrate, so we’ve rounded up 6 Mother’s Day traditions from around the […]
Eastern Canada is such a diverse region with so much to offer travellers and locals alike. With its French roots in Québec to the maritime area in Newfoundland, you won’t fall short of experiencing a variety of cultures, tasty local cuisine and hidden gems. Whilst most people may stick to more of the well-known places such as Toronto and Niagara Falls, we think there are […]