Alex Greig

2 months ago | qantas.com | Alex Greig

Kick-off your leisurely weekend away with a classic brunch. Cliffy’s Emporium, in the town’s centre, has existed in one form or another for more than 70 years, first as a general store supporting the local farming community. Now, its equally important purpose is serving up fresh coffee using beans from Melbourne-based Rosso Roasting Co, Billy Tea by the award-winning Cottage Herbalist and breakfast classics until 3pm.

2 months ago | qantas.com | Alex Greig

And croissants, mille-feuille and éclairs. Thanks to its French heritage, New Caledonia has plenty to offer in the way of les boulangeries. Local favourites in Nouméa are L’Atelier Gourmand for buttery croissants and chewy baguettes and Au Péché Mignon for sweet pâtisserie treats such as tarts in a dizzying array of flavours. Nouméa’s oldest district is Faubourg Blanchot, the earliest bourgeois residential area of the burgeoning colony.

Jan 17, 2025 | qantas.com | Alex Greig

Skip to content January 17, 2025By Alex Greig Travelling with small people plus all their accoutrements can be a daunting proposition. In fact, it could be one a parent – especially one with an unpredictable child – actively avoids. If you’ve ever been on a flight with a small angry person in your vicinity, you’ll know the kind of steely resolve it takes to undertake a journey with littlies.

Nov 12, 2024 | qantas.com | Alex Greig

Famous as the gateway to the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, Cairns is a relaxed city that rewards those who stop and stay awhile – and it’s got the dining scene to prove it. These are the best places to eat in Cairns, from righteous cafes to authentic Balinese and elegant fine-diners. This Far North Queensland city has long been considered a jumping-off point for Port Douglas, the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree.

Oct 14, 2024 | qantas.com | Alex Greig

Skip to content October 15, 2024By Alex Greig Norfolk Island appears to be heaven on earth: turquoise waters that offer excellent surfing, superb snorkelling and bountiful fishing; unspoilt beaches devoid of crowds; and much of the landmass taken up by lush national park harbouring rare and endemic species. In fact, it’s almost impossible to envisage the place once described as “hell in the Pacific”.