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[Where to Stay] Palm Cove, Australia

Saturday, June 11, 2016

Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort & Spa

Finding accommodations in a city that you have never visited (and is on the other side of the world) can be tough. So when we were planning our trip to Palm Cove, I spent a lot of time searching various travel sites and corresponding with Australian travel agencies to find what would work best for our needs. Since we were traveling with 6 adults, we decided it was best to rent a house or condo that we could share. We were so pleasantly surprised when we arrived at the Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort, as it definitely makes a great first impression.

The way the condo was set up, worked really well for us and I would highly recommend it for anyone traveling with family or a group. There was a shared entrance, and to the left was an entirely separate Master suite, equipped with it's own bathroom, bedroom and both suites connected back on the balcony. To the right was the main living area, the 2nd and 3rd bedroom, bathroom, as well as laundry facilities.

The view from the balcony overlooked the main pool and out to the ocean.

We spent 4 week nights here, and we got a great price of $310 AUD / night, which was well worth it!

So, if you are looking to visit Cairns or surrounding area, I would recommend a visit (or stay) in Palm Cove. It was so peaceful and relaxing! And the poolside restaurant has a pulled pork sandwich that's to die for! Looking back on these memories has me itching to go back!!

'Til we meet again Palm Cove.

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[What to Wear] Palm Cove, Australia

Thursday, June 9, 2016

I've been dreaming about our next vacation, and it has me reflecting on our trip to Australia in 2013. We hopped on one plane to next, discovering different cities and beautiful beaches.

One of my favourites was Palm Cove, Queensland - it was our own little private oasis. It is a small town between Cairns and Port Douglas, and I would highly suggest it to anyone planning a visit to the Great Barrier Reef!

One of the first questions I always have when going to a new destination is, "what should I wear"?

So, I'm here to give you some helpful tips on what to wear in Palm Cove.

CROP TOP
DENIM CUTOFFS
SLIDES
SUNNIES
STRAW FEDORA
CROSS-BODY BAG

The key is light-weight clothes that you can just throw on and still feel put together.

palm cove, australia by designsbyleah featuring white sandals

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Travel Bag: Australia travel tips

Monday, December 2, 2013

I thought I would wrap up my Australia posts with some tips and a breakdown of our budget in case you are planning to visit in the future.

Australia is a huge country with so much to see and do, so it's important to use your time wisely. Pick activities that will create memories for you and your traveling companions, and remember that you don't have to spend a ton of money doing it. (Australia is a very expensive country.)

FLIGHTS
Etihad Airways: Toronto - Abu Dhabi - Delhi (we stayed 4 nights in Delhi)
Jet Airways: Delhi - Singapore - Melbourne
Virgin Australia: Melbourne - Cairns - Sydney
Round trip for 2 = $6,319.44

MELBOURNE
South Yarra rental home $1,564.00 (5 nights/ 6 guests)
This included 1 parking spot, wifi, washer & dryer.
Great Ocean Road: There are various ways to see the Great Ocean Road. We took a bus tour that took us to each spot, photo stops, lunch and snack breaks. It was a really long day though, so I wouldn't suggest it for those with small kids or those who have trouble walking up steep hills.

Other ideas: Yarra Valley Wineries, Werribee Open Range Zoo, Philip Island

PALM COVE
Pullman Sea Temple - Palm Cove $1,380.00 (4 nights/ 6 guests)
Breakfast with a view: Far Horizons restaurant (drinks and 2 meals = $40, but well worth it)
Great Barrier Reef: SilverSonic boat trip $215/ person
Included lunch and 3 reef locations

Visit a local zoo: Cairns Tropical Zoo
Other ideas: Daintree rainforest, Kuranda train & skyrail

SYDNEY
Visit the Opera House/ Sydney Harbour: Take a boat ride through the harbour

Bondi/ Bronte Beach: Walk the path from Bondi to Bronte. The scenery is unreal
Other ideas: take the ferry to Manly beach, Blue Mountains, Hunter Valley Wineries

Hope you found these tips helpful! Australia is a wonderful place to visit, and I hope you have enjoyed seeing a snapshot of our trip.

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Travel Bag: Sydney, Australia {4}

Monday, November 18, 2013

We spent the day on the water touring through the Sydney harbour on a catamaran. It was the perfect day to take in the sights of the coast, and bask in the sun as waves crashed against the side of the boat. It was a great way to see a whole other side of Sydney. The coastal views are truly beautiful and there is so much history to learn about the city.

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Travel Bag: Sydney, Australia {3}

Friday, November 15, 2013

Our second day in Sydney was spent perusing the town and having a more relaxed day. Sometimes it's good to just slow down in order to be able to take it all in rather being in a constant whirlwind of sightseeing. I had my first taste of the local Barramundi fish, and we hung out in the Sydney harbour for the afternoon. It was a very cool and windy day, so it was a drastic change from the previous day. We found that the weather changed very quickly in the more southern parts of Australia, so it's always good to carry an extra layer just in case.

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Travel Bag: Sydney, Australia {2}

Wednesday, November 13, 2013

Our first official day in Sydney was absolutely beautiful! Sam and I went to the Hillsong United Church down the street, and it was so amazing. I wish we lived in Sydney just to be a part of that special group of people.

My new friends!

We had lunch at Bronte beach, and walked the scenic path to Bondi beach. It was probably around 34° (celsius) so by the time we got to Bondi, we were more than ready to run straight into the water! It was a crazy scene once we were down at the beach. The waves were so intense that they had lifeguards patrolling every side, blowing whistles at you, people getting thrown on top of one another. It's one of those things that you have to experience for yourself.

The whole day was exactly what I imagined Australia to be, and more. Friendly people, hot sun, surfers cutting through the waves...it's a place you don't want to miss if you ever visit Sydney.

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