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Visit Collector: How to spend a weekend in Collector – Part 1

Posted on 09/09/201909/09/2019 by Amelia Bidgood

Jump in the car and within 40 minutes from Canberra you’ll find yourself in one of the many quaint villages that are home to top-quality dining options, as well as being surrounded by incredible wineries.

We’re taking you on a journey to Collector.

A short escape from your every day life doesn’t have to be expensive and you don’t even have to travel far. Collector is a gorgeous little village that has a colourful bushranger history and is located at the northern end of the famous Lake George, named ‘Weereewa’ by the local Ngunnawal tribe.

Canberra Wine Week – 5-14 April 2019

Posted on 25/03/201925/03/2019 by Amelia Bidgood

Did you know that Canberra’s wine region is home to 140 vineyards and more than 30 cellar doors? A lot of people don’t. In fact, a lot of people don’t know that Canberra even has a wine region. But this is quickly changing and I have a feeling that Canberra’s wine region is going to be very well known in the coming years. Most of the wineries are located within 35 minutes’ drive of Canberra, making it easily accessible for a day out or a weekend away.

TRAVEL: Food you need to try in Singapore

Posted on 21/05/201821/05/2018 by Amelia Bidgood

I’ve been to Singapore twice and both trips were for different reasons. The first trip was for a conference at my previous 9-5 last year. I spent 3 days at the conference but I stayed for a few extra days to explore the city. The second time I visited was earlier this year when Mr Eat Canberra and I stopped in for a few days before continuing our travels to Vietnam, Seoul and Canada. I really wanted to take him there because I fell in love with the food and I knew he would too. Continue reading TRAVEL: Food you need to try in Singapore