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Wine expert Stuart Robinson aka The Vinsomniac shares his essential tips for visiting the Granite Belt wineries.
A mere two and half hours from Brisbane, perhaps three if you make the essential stop at the Bakery at Aratula for one of their fine pies - lies the Granite Belt wine region.
As the weather becomes a little cooler and we soon say farewell to summer, we turn toward cool climate destinations and seek out country getaways. Rolling hills, fresh air, country charm and hospitality, it’s an incredibly romantic backdrop to a relaxing weekend with a difference.
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We're all a little rancho relaxo in January, but that didn't stop us unearthing some hidden gems to kick start the new year! We travelled to the Granite Belt, Gold Coast and the Tweed conducting site inspections and exploring what to see and do in these magnificent regions.
Luxury Stanthorpe accommodation Alure Boutique Villas has announced new pet friendly packages to their extensive range of pampering packages. Owner and dog lover, Marion Carrick understands pet owners desire to bring their fur child on holidays and has modified one villa to accommodate pampered pooches.
It’s less than 4 weeks before the world’s attention is on Brisbane for the G20 Leaders Summit. While there are some great events for locals to celebrate this important occasion including the G20 Global Café and G20 Cultural Celebration, Brisbanites are encouraged to exit the city on Friday 14 November to make way for the motorcades. While glimpsing an Obama motorcade might be cool, what’s cooler is a long weekend by the beach!