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POP THE BUBBLES
TRAVEL: CLARE VALLEY
Photos: SATC.
WORDS Em Worthington
The winner is… Clare!
While not surprised, we’re jumping for joy that Clare was recently crowned in the 2021 South Australian Top Tourism Town Awards. This gorgeous gal and true all-rounder sits in the glorious Clare Valley and took out the voters’ choice, notching up over 10,000 nods from across the globe.
Less than a two-hour drive from Adelaide, the region stretches from Tarlee up to Burra and is home to a few of SA’s most iconic names in food and wine — some that are celebrated worldwide. Whether it’s a day trip, a weekend to recharge or a long, leisurely getaway, the Clare Valley will always delight with over forty cellar doors and boutique wineries, award-winning restaurants, artisan cafés and some of the most gifted producers going.
Not only is it a treat for your belly, your heart and mind can also join the fun as you soak up charming villages, remarkable vistas, history, art, walking and biking adventures, all while meeting salt of the earth people who offer up genuine country hospitality.
There’s so much to explore, let’s start with a few pared-back highlights — nature, history and jaw-dropping scenery...
Walk this way – Strap on your boots to get down and dirty with the Clare Valley Short Walks. There are options for all kinds of trekkers — from one hour family-friendly strolls right through to serious slogs of four hours. And to sprinkle in a little indulgence, some have stops for a bite and a drop — it’s all about balance! Lay your eyes on spectacular sights, including Neagles Rock, the seasonal waterfall at the Spring Gully Conservation Park and plenty of rolling vineyards. Check the online maps to get going.
I want to ride my bicycle – The famous Riesling Trail is 35km of the best riding (or walking) you can imagine. It’s ripe for recreational walkers, mountain and touring bikes, as well as wheelchairs and pushers; and there’s just the right amount of distraction along the way, including cellar doors and more. Hire bikes from Clare, Auburn or chat to your accommodation provider to get rolling.
Step back in time – For lovers of ye olden days, there’s history and architectural delights in heritage listed towns, like Mintaro and Burra. Head to Mintaro to take in the magnificence of Martindale Hall — a sandstone mansion, which was completed in 1880 and has 32 rooms AND our dream... a seven-room cellar. Chin-chin!
Still a working farm today, Bungaree Station was established in 1841 and became its own little village — it even has the old District Council Chambers and a church.
Nice and natural – The Gleeson Wetlands and Melrose Park are the perfect stop-off for fam-friendly fun, including a lakeside model railway track, a cracking BMX bike park, plus picnic spots, bird watching and public art on offer.
When you want to dive into Clare’s specialties, head to these beauties for an unforgettable experience…
Sevenhill Cellars Lovers of fine wine, tourists and history buffs can’t go past the original — Sevenhill Cellars. One of the oldest wineries in Australia, and counted as a national treasure, this 170-year-old heritage site is storybook pretty, has a tree-lined village green and the landmark St Aloysius Church. There’s nothing like a premium wine tasting in their historic cellar door or kicking back with a vino and local produce while the kids play on the lush lawns. Their estate grown, premium parcels of fruit are selected and bottled early to produce fresh and vibrant, great tasting, food-friendly wines — and we’re yet to meet someone who doesn’t love a drop of Sevenhill goodness. sevenhill.com.au | @sevenhillwines
Photo: Adam Bruzzone. Clare Golf Club Rolling hills, vineyards on view, a few clubs and a whole lotta fun! One of the most spectacular courses, Clare Golf Club is sure to excite both avid golf-lovers and casual players alike. A social hub of the local community, the grounds are meticulously maintained and the Par 72 course is playable all year round. Visitors flock to take on the legendary 7th Par 3 and the club’s woodfire pizza events are the place to be in the warmer months. It’s also a gorgeous venue for weddings and events, and a buzz of activity on their come and try days for beginners. claregolfclub.com.au | @claregolfclub
Photo: Eric van Staden.
TRAVEL: CLARE VALLEY
Terroir Auburn For Clare Valley on a plate, head to this exceptional restaurant nestled in Auburn. Drawing on the incredible produce in the area, owner and Chef Dan Moss showcases the freshest seasonal produce, using harvests from his on-site garden and local growers who are just as passionate as he is about sustainable methods. “Every Tuesday, I gather up produce, throw everything on the bench and write the menu, so there’s always something different to try,” Dan says. His Modern Australian cuisine is perfectly paired with any of the local vinos on a regularly rolling list and best of all, they now offer accommodation.
terroirauburn.com.au @terroirauburn
Jack’s House B&B For a home away from home and a perfectly central base, look no further than Jack’s House B&B. Lovely local, Sue Power has taken care of everything to ensure this country abode is just as welcoming for a family with kids as it is for couples. There are three king-sized beds, plenty of space, personal touches and you’re just a 10-minute walk to supermarkets, restaurants, cafés, shops, playgrounds, the Riesling Trail and weekend markets, so there’s no need for taxis. Jack’s House 2 is her other gorgeously-renovated cottage — it’s stocked with fluffy robes and has the perfect deck to sit and enjoy a glass of wine. jackshouseclare.com | @jackshousebbclare
TRAVEL: CLARE VALLEY
Photo: Stu Nankivell.
Clare Art Gallery Specialising in Central Australian Aboriginal Art and fun gifts for the wine lover, this gallery is owned by locals Colin Stevens and Christine Clissold. “We were drawn in by the colour, vibrancy and talent of the female artists in Utopia when we lived in Alice Springs. Now, we personally bring these authentic pieces to the Clare region and we work with the ladies in this community to help get their incredible work recognised across the globe,” says Colin. clarevalleyartgallery.com.au @clarevalleyartgallery Clare Valley Cycle Hire If you want to be ridin’ along on a pushbike, honey, local couple Mick and his wife Chris have bikes aplenty! With over 75 mountain, vintage and electric bikes on offer, they get riders of all ages and skills excited to hit up the famous Riesling Trail from their direct private access. “Age is no barrier — we’ve got what you need to get the whole family out in this magnificent part of the world,” says Mick. clarevalleycyclehire.com.au @clarevalleycyclehiresa
The Little Red Grape A country trip is never complete without a bakery stop and this award-winner will blow your socks off! Their must-trys include an eggs benny pie, a lamb shank pie, and a tasty spinach and fetta pie — but there are options for gluten-free, vegos and those who want non-baked goods, too. Everything’s made fresh on-site each day, so you can’t go wrong. And when you want to go slow, head to their licensed café and restaurant in Leasingham for a tonguetickling meal or takeaway — it’s kid-friendly, quality food that’s value for money. @thelittleredgrape
Eldredge Wines Off the beaten-track, Eldredge Wines is a hidden gem that many find on the way out to the region’s conservation parks. The cottage from 1910 perches on a stunning property, with vineyards and a dam on one side and towering gums on the other. It’s ideal for casual catch-ups over gorgeous wines, plus their events are always a blast. We can’t go past their Blue Chip Shiraz or the Farm Road Pinot Gris; and their Sangiovese vines are the oldest in the region, so you know you’re in for something super spesh. @clarevalleysa eldredge.com.au | @eldredgevineyards clarevalley.com.au The Olive Bus On the edge of an olive grove surrounded by vineyards, this 1969 British Leyland bus has been transformed into a licensed café and cellar door for their award-winning Stone Ridge Olive Oil. It’s spot on for a tasty gin, a coffee, wine or a leisurely lunch when you want to slow the pace down. Their fresh and seasonal menu is packed with bruschetta, toasties, soup, muesli and yoghurt, cakes, plus baked potatoes on Saturdays and pizzas on Sundays. Supervised kids and doggos on a lead are welcome, too. They’re closed February and August, and bookings are recommended for this quirky little pit stop.
@olivebusclare
TRAVEL: HITHER & YON
WORDS Millie Looker PHOTOS Jonathan van der Knapp
We recognise their colourful labels, we love a glass of their wine — now Hither & Yon have accommodation and we adore that, too!
Hither & Yon is a sustainable wine brand with vineyards across McLaren Vale and a cosy cellar door in Willunga that simply makes us happy. With a deep care for both the people who drink their wines and the soil it comes from, the Leask family are consistent trailblazers in the industry. In February 2021, they became the first and only carbon neutral certified winery in SA making better wines with a lighter footprint, not to mention their range of lush drops are always a delight to drink!
COUNTRY COTTAGE ALERT Looking beyond the vino, brothers Mal and Richard Leask have also recently jumped into a new world with the introduction of The Coach House nestled on the property “Hillenvale” in Kangarilla.
“The Coach House is a boutique and exclusive couples retreat housing a fullyequipped country kitchen, cosy lounge, luxurious bedroom and bathroom, and outdoor drinks deck with beautiful views across the property,” says Mal.
This luxury retreat offers accommodation to lucky visitors. After extensive renovations, the exterior has nineteenthcentury sandstone charm, while the interior is set to delight with its soft blue and deep green tones, combined with elegant furniture. This dreamy getaway is perfectly positioned between McLaren Vale and the Adelaide Hills, which means there are plenty of galleries, walking trails, restaurants and cellar doors right on its doorstep — plus, Kuitpo Forest and Fleurieu Coast are just a hop, skip and a jump away.
@hither_yon hitherandyon.com.au
@hillenvalesouthaustralia
hillenvale.com MILK & HONEY COTERIE A curated Hither & Yon wine delivery every two months? It doesn’t get sweeter than that! The Milk & Honey Coterie is all about sharing beautiful wines straight from the farm, freshly delivered to your door. You’ll feel spoiled silly after joining this coterie for only $110 every delivery, with four bottles of specially selected wine (or three bottles and a local gift) arriving every couple of months. The packaging is beautiful and reusable, and you can even expect some extra goodies like recipe cards and personalised tasting notes.
And the treats continue! Subscribe to Milk & Honey between 1 November 2021 and 1 January 2022 and use the code ADELADY to go into the draw to win a two-night stay at the Coach House, valued at $1,000.
Photo: Lewis Potter.
TRAVEL: DISCOVERY PARKS
WORDS Hayley Pearson
The great Australian summer holiday is right at your fingertips.
Whether your heart draws you to the sound of the ocean, the smell of the vines, the fun of the river or the hillbilly life, Discovery Parks has a site to suit your taste.
From deluxe multi-bedroom houses to standard cabins, safari tents and powered sites, you can level up or level down at any of their eleven sites in SA, depending on your holiday budget. Wherever you end up resting your head, you can sleep easy knowing that you get to enjoy the same wonderful facilities as everyone else. There’s no better time to explore what’s right under our noses, and Discovery Parks all over the country are adding more and more memorable experiences to their parks, making them the ultimate travel destination for young families, couples and golden oldies. “We want to create lasting memories for our guests. Whether it's their first time in a Discovery Park or their one-hundredth, we’re about helping people to ‘Discover What Matters’ through the ultimate family holiday,” said Matt Lang, Chief Operations Officer.
The perks of the parks… GOOLWA They don’t call the Fleurieu Peninsula ‘SA’s adventure playground’ for nothing! Discovery Parks – Goolwa is the perfect spot to base yourself for the most epic family holiday. You can drive onto the beach, explore the Coorong National Park and see where Storm Boy was filmed, play basketball on their half-court and take a trip to Victor Harbor and back on the famous Cockle Train.
But this park is about to get even more speccy, with 23 brand new modern deluxe two-bedroom cabins popping up this summer, all with fully-equipped kitchens and private decks. There will be a stateof-the-art splash park, a resort-style outdoor swimming pool, a jumping pillow, entertainment area and even an interactive nature playground. Guests will also have easy access to the nearby BMX and
pump tracks, the Goolwa skatepark and basketball stadium. According to my kids, this is better than Disneyland!
ADELAIDE BEACHFRONT Right on the foreshore of Semaphore Beach, you can fall asleep to the sound of the ocean and wake up to the smell of a great brekky just a short walk away. Location is everything for this holiday hotspot with maritime, railway and aviation museums, cafés and funky boutiques, all close by. This pet-friendly park ticks all the boxes with a playground, bouncing pillow, activity room and swimming pool. STREAKY BAY FORESHORE Set on the beach along one of Australia's premier seafood coastlines, Discovery Parks – Streaky Bay Foreshore is a wonderland, especially if you love fishing! Your outdoor adventure begins with sand boarding down Yanerbie Beach sand dunes and then spotting Australia's only permanent sea lion colony at Point Labatt. With peddle carts for hire, a bouncing pillow and activity room, the kids are sorted.
WHYALLA FORESHORE Sunny for 300 days a year, Discovery Parks – Whyalla Foreshore has uninterrupted views of the beautiful Spencer Gulf and is super close to swimming beaches and excellent fishing spots. Spend a morning playing mini golf, or hire a kayak or paddleboard and then enjoy a history lesson with a tour at Whyalla Maritime Museum. LAKE BONNEY At Discovery Parks – Lake Bonney, you can spend your days swimming, sailing, windsurfing, canoeing, kayaking, waterskiing, boating, fishing and then relaxing in your cabin or powered site. There are also 17 national parks and numerous wineries dotted around the region, so you can soak up the best of the Riverland during your stay.
Summer sorted!
ROBE Robe is well worth the road trip! Get adventurous and try fourwheel driving through Little Dip National Park, learn to surf and, of course, beeline to Victoria Street for a spot of shopping. Discovery Parks – Robe is right opposite Long Beach where you can hire beach equipment, go nuts in the nature playground and enjoy their indoor and outdoor heated swimming pools.
TRAVEL: DISCOVERY PARKS
@discoveryparks discoveryholidayparks.com.au
TRAVEL: MURRAY RIVER, LAKES AND COORONG
As fabulous as Mr Percival is, The Murray River, Lakes and Coorong region is so much more than Storm Boy.
The mighty WORDS Hayley Pearson mighty Murray
Boasting breathtaking views, incredible food and wine experiences, unique accommodation and plenty of wild adventures, the Murray River, Lakes and Coorong should be on your holiday hit list.
Bremerton Wines This sister-run winery in the heart of Langhorne Creek just got even more magnificent with a massive architecturally designed expansion and a new baby, Willson Gin! Bec and Lucy originally created the spirit for their dad’s 70th birthday but it proved so popular that they officially added it to their drinks menu. Pop in for a wine or gin flight or one of their tasty pizzas and platters — and bring your friends! Bridgeport Hotel This hot new hotel has taken Murray Bridge to a whole new level. The 45 million dollar transformation is located in the heart of Murray Bridge right on the riverbank and features 100 hotel rooms, six bars, great restaurants, daily high tea experiences, gaming rooms and plenty of conference and event spaces. The jewel in its crown though is the California-style infinity pool overlooking The Murray.
Br idgeport Hotel.
Bremerton Wines. Murray Princess.
PS Murray Princess The Murray is the only river in the world to have its own flag, and the Murray Princess wears it proudly. What better way to travel than on a three, four or sevenday majestic river cruise on board the southern hemisphere's largest inland paddlewheeler! Your unforgettable escape begins with a red carpet roll-out as you board the vessel. Not long after, sip cocktails in the Queen’s Lounge, soak up stunning Murray views and hop off to explore townships along the way.
TRAVEL: MURRAY RIVER, LAKES AND COORONG
Juggle House Experiences A Langhorne Creek Wine Tour with Kelly from Juggle House Experiences is the most fun way to explore the wine region. Kelly’s all bells and whistles and picks you up in her Entertainer Limo, which is decked out with TVs, bubbles, leather seats and a karaoke machine! From there, beeline to Lake Breeze Wines for a gorgeous lunch with sensational views, followed by a wine flight and a sneaky peek of the newly renovated event space. Next stop is Vineyard Road for a choccy and wine pairing. It's guaranteed to leave you with a full belly, happy heart and sore mouth from smiling all day.
Birdman Of The Bush South Australia’s only claimed bushranger was transported to the Coorong from London after climbing down chimneys to steal precious jewels from the wealthy, and his getaway vehicle was an ostrich! You’ll find the statue on the Princes Highway and yes kids (and adults), you can climb on top for a photo.
Coorong Wildside Experiences.
Coorong Wildside Experiences Coorong Wildside Experiences takes you to places that other boats can’t — don’t expect a relaxing cruise on their Seafood and Seals Tour though! Owner Glen (aka Wild Man of the Coorong) is all about giving customers a wild time on the water… I mean, I wasn’t expecting to be driving his boat or doing donuts, but c’est la vie! The incredible experience continues with a delicious seafood feast, including Coorong Mullet Burgers and Salt and Pepper Carp.
Coorong Cabins Coorong Cabins offers two four-star beachy-vibed cabins — a studio and a family-sized retreat. With an award-winning garden, sandpit, trampoline and games room, they have everything you need for the perfect family getaway.
Lake Breeze Wines.
@murrayriverlakescoorong themurrayriver.com
Little gems Cottage Industries is designed for local creatives to share their wares, including homemade fashion, plants, arts and crafts, pottery and more.
Freshies Café Bar & Restaurant
is worth the visit. With riverfront views, delicious brekky, lunch, dinner and A-grade coffee, it’s no wonder the locals are flocking to this Meningie newbie.
Right next door is the Meningie Cheese Factory Museum, which has absolutely no cheese. Instead, it holds thousands of memorabilia dating back to the 1900s. For history-loving Adeladies, you’ll get giddy at the sight of these old-time artefacts.
Coorong Cab ins.
TRAVEL: TAKE A BREAK HOLIDAY RENTALS
Take a break!
Perfect match The booking experience is easypeasy and you can find your perfect match in just a couple of clicks. Jump onto the website, select your preferred location on the magnificent south coast of South Australia’s Fleurieu Peninsula and before you know it, you've found the one!
Photo: Renée Photography.
WORDS Hayley Pearson
Whether it’s a weekend away with the girls or a full-on family vacay, everyone needs a holiday once in a while.
Don’t waste your energy flicking through a gazillion websites trying to find the right holiday home — ain’t nobody got time for that! Just as their name suggests, Take A Break Holiday Rentals will take care of that for you!
Created by holiday-loving husband and wife duo Barry and Kim, Take A Break Holiday Rentals manages more than 30 holiday homes in SA. Spanning from Brighton and Seaford to Clayton Bay, Goolwa, Port Elliot, Middleton and Encounter Bay, they have big ones, small ones — some as big as your head!
Photo: Jack Timberlake.
TRAVEL: TAKE A BREAK HOLIDAY RENTALS
Photo: Jack Timberlake.
And yes, they’re a lovely bunch of coconuts. “We’ve had years of experience with running our own houses as holiday rentals, so we expanded to help others by expertly managing their treasured investment properties,” says Kim.
The couple hand-pick the holiday homes they manage to make sure they have a broad appeal. Their list includes A-plus locations — some are more basic and very affordable, some are pet-friendly (which we looove), and others are much more grand and designed for multiple families to enjoy.
Take A Break Holiday Rentals takes pride in cleanliness, and hallelujah for that! “A holiday is a chance to get away from it all, and we understand the need to create some fantastic memories for each of our guests. We treat each place as our own and give holiday goers the best possible experience from the get-go,” smiles Kim.
And as a property owner, you also want to know that your guests aren’t going to trash your happy place and leave it like a pigsty. Rest assured you’re in safe hands with Kim and Barry. “Our point of difference is that we select the right guests for every property. We look for those people who will enjoy it without damaging the property or the items in it — this is what we're good at,” assures Kim.
@takeabreakholiday takeabreakholiday.rentals
Why Fleurieu? Why not? The fun begins just forty minutes south of Adelaide and from the vines to the sea, the Fleurieu Coast is SA’s adventure playground. With charming towns, gorgeous beaches, incredible wine regions and distilleries and, of course, some of South Australia’s best culinary experiences, it’s the perfect place to disconnect from the world.
Photos: Jack Timberlake.
TRAVEL: CITY AND NORTH ADELAIDE
Hotel Indigo Adelaide Markets.
WORDS Millie Looker
We love Adelaide so much we want to sing it from the rooftops. And now the Adelaide Economic Development Agency (AEDA) is here to join us on vocals.
With their finger permanently on the pulse across the 5000 and 5006 postcodes, AEDA (a subsidiary of City of Adelaide) has developed experienceadelaide.com.au — the online destination that celebrates what's on offer in Adelaide and helps you find just what you're after. On top of that, they work with businesses to encourage big ideas and help those who want to add some extra pizzazz to the streets of Adelaide to make it even more vibrant.
There is something for everyone who visits our pretty city — and they’re handing you your perfect match on a platter. They create lists including venues that specialise in cocktails, alfresco dining or the best coffee in the biz, taking the pressure off your decision-making so you can spend more time exploring the streets of the third most liveable city in the world instead. #win!
We asked the team at AEDA to give us some of their top tips, so you can get a taste for exactly how in the know these city slickers are…
2KW.
Rooftop bars • 2KW, King William Street • Sparkke at the Whitmore,
Whitmore Square • Proof Wine Bar, Anster Street
Best gift offerings • Have You Met Charlie,
Adelaide Arcade • Potty Mouth, Grote Street • Southern Providore, Adelaide
Visitor Information Centre
TreeClimb. Fun for the whole fam • The Popeye Cruises,
River Torrens • TreeClimb, Greenhill Road • Palace Nova Eastend
Cinemas, Cinema Place
Coffee and brunch • Ballaboosta, Halifax Street • Peter Rabbit, Hindley Street • Pippo, O’Connell Street
TRAVEL: CITY AND NORTH ADELAIDE
Dinner’s on us • eleven, Waymouth Street • Soi38, Pirie Street • Ruby Red Flamingo,
Tynte Street
Where to stay in the city • Hotel Indigo Adelaide
Markets, Market Street • Majestic Minima Hotel,
Melbourne Street • Oval Hotel, King
William Road
Oval Hotel. Photo: Wayne Pearson.
@experienceADL experienceadelaide.com.au
Where to look The beauty of this handy site is that it’s always right at your fingertips. There are a bunch of different ways to stay in the loop… eDM – Want the low-down of what’s on each week delivered straight to your inbox? Of course you do! Head to their website and hit ‘subscribe’ to sign up to the hottest eDM in town. Website – Your weekend plans are just a click away! Browse the website and search by category. Social media – Get instant updates via their Facebook, Instagram and Twitter pages. If you want to hear about upcoming events and jampacked lists, hit the follow button to stay in the know.
TRAVEL: VISIT GRAMPIANS
WORDS James Worthington
When it comes to a family road trip, getting there is definitely half the fun!
You’ll feel relaxed from the moment you see the 450-million-year-old mountain range, the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park. Maybe even as soon as you find those long, open country roads, with a good coffee in hand!
We planned a three-night road trip to Halls Gap to see everything we could around the Grampians in Victoria. If you’re thinking that’s just three relaxing nights of drinking local wines and toasting smores by the fire, you’d be wrong. Sure, we did all of that… and heaps more!
THE DRIVE The Grampians might sound a world away, but an amazing coffee from Henry & Rose in Keith, a few rounds of ‘Eye Spy’ and a solid Spotify playlist made the five-hour trip fly by! There are also loads of places to pull over and have a stretch and a sandwich.
THE SIGHTS There’s a lot to see on the way to, or from, Halls Gap. The Horsham Regional Art Gallery was showing an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander exhibition called ‘Body Language’. For three Star Wars nerds, the highlight was a three-piece indigenous digital display inspired by the greatest trilogy of all time. Back to the Future, Indiana Jones and Lord of the Rings tragics can send my hate mail to Adelady, PO Box 1717, Burnside SA 5066. The kids loved the art nearly as much as they loved hitting Adventure Island and Apex Pump Track in Horsham — the first of many local skate parks and pump tracks on our trip. We found more right near the old Ararat Gaol and another in Hamilton on the way home.
THE FOOD When you’re on holiday, cooking should be optional. We opted not to cook because there are so many family-friendly places to eat around Halls Gap. We could think of nothing better than brekky at Salingers Café, then a parmy with chips at Barney’s Bar & Bistro for dinner — or ‘parma’ to the locals. If you’re not into schnitzels, Barney’s has a raft of other options, including some of the finest steaks in the state!
One good steak deserves another. Dinner at the Halls Gap Hotel is a no-brainer and if you’re in town for more than a couple of days, you’ll be sure to eat there again. THE ATTRACTIONS You can’t drive into Victoria without passing the iconic Giant Koala, which looms 14 metres over the Western Highway in Dadswells Bridge. And the only thing better than GIANT artificial animals is GIANT living, breathing animals! In Pomonal, just outside Halls Gap, Five Ducks Farm has huge geese roaming around outside their recently renovated factory outlet. Beyond these ‘golden geese’ is a shop filled with homemade jams, custard ice cream, honey and savoury pastes made from local produce. A few doors down, Halls Gap Zoo has cheetahs, giraffes, alligators, Texas longhorns, two enormous bison and my absolute favourite, a two-and-a-half tonne Southern White Rhino named Pumbi. We booked an intimate encounter, where we could feed this ‘little’ fellow and hear about a day in the life of one of the most majestic animals on the planet! And if you have any energy left, there’s always Grampians Adventure Golf about five minutes in the other direction. Fore!
THINGS TO DO If you’re into celebrity spotting, there’s no bigger star around the Grampians than ‘The Rock’. You’ll need a professional guide because these are some seriously steep faces and none come more professional than Adrian from Absolute Outdoors. Even if you can barely retrieve a Frisbee from the roof without getting wobbly, don’t rule out this bucket-list activity. Absolute Outdoors caters for all ages and abilities, so you can climb, paddle, ride or even abseil to a level that you’re completely comfortable with. For your next family holiday, take the wheel and head over the border for a road trip like no other, to the Grampians. You can plan it online, so you have enough time to do it all!
@thegrampians visitgrampians.com.au/roadtrip
TRAVEL: VISIT GRAMPIANS
