Travel & Leisure

Did you know that like us humans, your dog can suffer from motion sickness?  It can happen in a car, boat or plane and may cause your dog to feel dizzy and nauseous. You might notice them looking listless or uneasy, licking their lips or drooling, whining, or it can even develop into vomiting or diarrhoea…and a sick pooch does not make for a happy...

If you are looking for a luxurious pet-friendly staycation in the heart of Melbourne’s Southbank, then The Langham Melbourne Pampered Pet package is for you. Recently I took Darcy to stay at The Langham Melbourne for a special treat and share some tips to help ensure that you and your dog are well prepared and can abide by some basic hotel etiquette so as to...

Anyone that loves to take their dog out and about with them, one of the struggles can be transporting them if you are catching public transport.  To help, the Uber Pet service launched in 2020, which allows riders to match with a driver-partner willing to transport their fur friend too. Since launching this , the Uber rideshare service has seen a 79% increase in pet...

Going away on a camping trip is a great way to leave behind the hustle and bustle of city life to take in some fresh air, beautiful scenery and get back to basics. Camping with your dog means you’ll get to chill out and enjoy their company without the usual distractions around, which is a great way to help strengthen your bond. If you’re one...

There are countless dog friendly parks in Sydney including great parks, reserves and beaches where your furry friend is as welcome as you are!  Here's just a few of the many parks to visit while in town. 1. Sydney Park Located at the end of King St at the margins of the inner west, this sprawling park has the largest off-leash area in the city,...

If you're planning on a road trip in Victoria with your dog, you should be sure to add the beautiful Gippsland region into your caravan or camping itinerary. Tourism is one of the major contributors to the economy here, and following the bushfires and impact of COVID-19, now more than ever, regions like Gippsland need your support. It doesn’t take much to help small communities...

It’s no secret to caravanners that Wodonga is a great place to park up and spend a week or so relaxing. In fact, there’s even a massive caravanning expo here every year called the Border Expo, though in 2020 this will be replaced with a virtual show. Wodonga is on the main route when heading north from Melbourne to escape the Winter, or south from...

When getting away with your dog for a weekend road trip it helps to know some of the best dog friendly cafes and restaurants around Australia like @Pepsi_the_frenchbulldog. (Pictured) Why not spoilt the pup to a boujee lunch at a dog-friendly winery in Surry Hills, who have a dedicated ‘dog menu’, or treat your four-legged pal to a ‘puppucino’ at one of the country’s many...

Bringing a puppy home for the first time can be exciting for everyone. It’s important to remember though that their early experiences in those first few months form life-long memories, helping to either create a confident and well-adjusted adult dog or potentially create phobias and anxiety, so prepare your puppy for car travel from day one. Whilst pups are adaptable, we still need to consider...

Outside of Port Philip Bay, Warrnambool is Victoria’s largest coastal city, but you could be forgiven for thinking it’s just a sleepy little town. It’s a quiet, pretty and historic place with a lot more happening than you’d expect and it is a great place to head to if caravan or camping with your dog. There’s a thriving public art scene in Warrnambool and it’s...