Mayfield Garden

As the Oberon pines whispered us towards my first slow walk through Mayfield Garden, I knew straight away it’s not the kind of place you “pop into”. You’re entering Australia’s most extensive, fabulous climate garden, on a private family estate in the heart of the Oberon Central Tablelands of New South Wales. With crisp air, […]
Fairmont Resort & Spa

As I let the valley light stretch across the escarpment and pull into Fairmont Resort & Spa, Blue Mountains, I am reminded of how good it feels to breathe in real mountain air. As soon as you step inside this MGallery Collection property, the crispness of the Jamison Valley settles on your shoulders. Fairmont Resort […]
Local Markets in the Blue Mountains

Letting the morning dawn on a hilltop in the Blue Mountains markets unroll a fresh tale for the local markets in the Blue Mountains, I reckon there’s no better way to get into the swing of these mountain towns than by wandering through a proper Blue Mountains market. You stroll in thinking you’ll just pick […]
Jenolan Caves

As I let the cave-cool air settle around my shoulders as I walk into Jenolan Caves, I’m reminded how different this place is from the rest of the Blue Mountains. As soon as you turn off Jenolan Caves Road and hit the limestone cliffs, you’re in another world. The temperature drops, the bush quiets and […]