We taste test Auckland in 24 hrs, and day trip to Waiheke Island, sampling local produce, tea and wine along the way. https://all.accor.com/hotel/A8U9/index.en.shtml https://www.travellingsenorita.com

We explore Kirra & Coolangatta Southern Gold Coast, from the latest designer apartments to an array of new dining options & seaside cafes.

Chef Mat Brazier grew up in country Victoria, after completing his apprenticeship he moved to Canada to hone his global skills, returning back to Australia he now heads up the kitchens at Howard Smith Wharves, Brisbane.

Explore all the cultural happenings at HOTA, from the Gold Coast triennial to the delicious tasting menu at Palette, topped off with curated cocktails on the rooftop of the exhibitionist bar.

Chef Dayan started his culinary journey at fourteen, from Heston in London to the Press Club in Melbourne, he now heads up the creative team at Palette, HOTA, Gold Coast and is an ambassador for the Burnt Chef Project an initiative that tackles mental health stigma in hospitality, world wide.

Chef Nancye is at the helm of Pullman Airport Hotel restaurant Te Arkinui where she celebrates her Māori culture & love of country through a thoughtfully curated menu. https://all.accor.com/hotel/A8U9/index.en.shtml https://www.travellingsenorita.com

We take a 48hr trip around Rotorua , staying at the Pullman Hotel, learning all aboutMāori culture, bathing in natural hot springs, with plenty of adventure had on jet boat rides, fast paced luge riding & treetop walking at night. https://www.pullmanrotorua.com https://www.travellingsenorita.com

Grace Hiini is a cultural performer who is connected to her country Rotorua, on the North Island of New Zealand. From her role at Te Puia Cultural Centre to her responsibility as an indigenous elder passing the knowledge down to future generations.

Byron Bay & all its natural beauty, from dreamy beaches to majestic headland to its local producers & creative community

We explore the Brooklyn end of Spencer St up Flinders Lane to the Paris end of Spring St, staying at Hotel Indigo & taste testing Luke Mangan’s latest Bistro Bisou.

Staying at Pullman King George Square, central to all the latest goings on from Roma St Parklands to City Hall, to Sixteen Antler rooftop bar & Goldfinch eatery, to a sneaky peek of Queens Wharf.

A first timers guide to Costa Brava, from the stunning beaches of Roses, to the white washed village of Cadaques, the region is rich in history, naturally beautiful & authentically Spanish.

From the big waves & commanding cliffs of Nazare to the historic castle town of Obidos and seafood of Ericeira. https://www.travellingsenorita.com

We arrive in Madrid for their annualFeria, a public holiday where 7 million people line the streets. dressed in traditional flamenco. Madrid is a modern city with a historic edge, friendly, colourful and full of life https://www.travellingsenorita.com

Chef Paul is passionate about Bilbao & Basque food, from fresh seafood to locally grown ingredients, we catch up with him at his Michelin mentioned restaurant Los Fueros in Bilbao over an anchovy or two. https://losfueros.com. https://www.travellingsenorita.com

We take a trip to the capital of wine, Logrono in La Rioja Spain. From a colourful old town peppered with pintxos bars to art galleries, cathedrals & a wine museum. https://www.travellingsenorita.com

David Moreno has been one of the most recognised Spanish names in wine for decades, mastering his skills & taste in the town he grew up in, Badaran- we take a visit to his family owned & operated Bodega, in the Rioja High Country.

A adventurous famil exploring the beautiful Basque Coast to Bilbao, a nature based destination, threaded with local food, wine & art. https://tourism.euskadi.eus/en/ https://www.travellingsenorita.com

We catch up with Marti Buckley hot of the heels of her TBEX & TED talk & launch of her latest foodie offering ‘The Book of Pintxos’, from Alabama to San Sebastián. https://www.foodandwine.com/author/marti-buckley https://www.travellingsenorita.com. https://tbexcon.com

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We explore the coastal towns of Vigo & A Coruna nestled between Santiago, filled with good albariño wine, fresh seafood, pilgrims & friendly locals. https://www.travellingsenorita.com

Chef Sergio has opened the 2nd Bakan (1st one is in Miami) in Madrid, it’s an authentic & contemporary Mexican restaurant in the heart of the thriving Spanish city. https://bakanmadrid.com. https://www.travellingsenorita.com

We explore Porto & drive just over an hour to the Douro River & Valley staying in traditional Quintas along the way, cruise the river on Ravelo boats from the traditional town of Pinhoa.

Long lunching at Six Senses Douro Valley we discover alchemist Daniel Monteiro creating in the depths of the hotel, infusing an aroma around the property.

The festival of April in Spain is held 2 weeks after Easter & is all about tradition, from flamenco dancers to bull fighters-we were lucky enough to be a part of the crowd that celebrated this colorful city in all its glory 💃🏻

30 years later I recall the sights & sounds of Nazare Portugal as though it was yesterday, home to the biggest wave on the planet- it’s a quaint town by the sea, built on tradition & its natural beauty. We deep dive into the region with local artisan Rita Cardoso. https://www.travellingsenorita.com

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We wander around the island of Ibiza & discover there’s more to this natural beauty than late night DJ beats- staying at Siesta Santa Eularia & day tripping to Formentera makes this destination one of the finest in the world. https://es.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Formentera. https://mongibelloibiza.com. https://www.travellingsenorita.com…

Browndog Creative Director Justin Brown, captures the musical story, from Woodford to Blues Festival. https://browndog.com.au https://www.travellingsenorita.com

Blues is Easter, the 35th Byron Bay Blues Festival was epic, with a solid lineup & high vibes from the punters, it’s a music festival that’s firmly cemented on the international stage. https://www.bluesfest.com.au.

Andrew Milford has been quietly working away as Sous Chef at Paper Daisy Halcyon House for the past 8 years, under the guidance of chefs like Ben Devlin & Jay Barratt- it’s now his turn as Executive Chef- to take the restaurant to its next level. https://halcyonhouse.com.au. https://www.travellingsenorita.com…

We explore the Towoomba region & beyond, from farm gates to wineries & distilleries, and national parks. https://www.southernqueenslandcountry.com.au. https://www.travellingsenorita.com. https://ravensbourneescape.com.au

Martin & Michelle Cooper are proud of the wines coming out of the Granite Belt Queensland, from Tempranillo to Albariño it’s all made in the sunshine state. https://www.ridgemillestate.com/ridgemill-estate-winery-story. https://www.travellingsenorita.com. https://www.southernqueenslandcountry.com.au

Yes I said Queensland & wine in the same sentence, from Tempranillo to Albariño I’m impressed, we explore the tip of the region with over 40 wineries there’s plenty more to taste in the Granite Belt. https://granitebeltwinecountry.com.au. http://bentroadwine.com.au. https://www.southernqueenslandcountry.com.au. https://www.travellingsenorita.com…

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Glen Robert is a co-owner of Bent Rd winery in Ballandean, with a scientist brain he creates an array of good, natural wine using the age old Qvevri technique.

From Canungra we take a short drive into the valley to Mt Barney National Park, steeped in nature, farm gates & unique accomodation options. https://barneycreekcottages.com.au. https://www.mtbarneylodge.com.au https://www.travellingsenorita.com

Aspen Forgan went from early education to nutrition to buying a vineyard & cottages in Mt Barney Queensland, here’s how her & her husband Brendon did it. https://barneycreekcottages.com.au https://www.travellingsenorita.com

We take a walking tapas tour around San Sebastián, taking in the smells, sights & sounds the Basque Country is known for. https://www.travellingsenorita.com

Rosy Scatigna grew up in regional Puglia around the authentic flavours of Italy- the young chef now heads up Bar Morris at Hotel Morris in Sydney & is making strides in the culinary scene. https://www.barmorris.com.au/our-story https://www.travellingsenorita.com

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We eat our way along the beach end of Bondi Rd, from the Middle East to Mexico to Spain and Italy.

Sam Gowing knows hospitality from the ground up, from owning & operating a popular inner city pub in Melbourne, to heading up some of the best wellness kitchens across the globe. https://www.foodhealthwealth.com https://www.travellingsenorita.com

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In & around Vancouver town in 48hrs, from eclectic shops, to produce markets & Michelin star restaurants-a naturally beautiful city, mixed with a rich migrant history. https://vancouverprivatetours.com https://www.travellingsenorita.com

Trinity Mattocks is a fusion of Mexico ‘meets Australia, recently she’s been tackling the National Trail alone from Cook Town in the north to Healesville in the South, fund raising for the Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital. https://byronbaywildlifehospital.org. https://www.travellingsenorita.com

Chef Alex is inspired by his Filipino roots, from the flavours of his mothers kitchen to working in some of the leading restaurants in Perth, he now heads up the cities latest taste sensation ‘Miss Mi’https://missmiperth.com.au. https://www.travellingsenorita.com

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We head west to Perth to experience the newly appointed Wonil Hotel & the opening of the West Kitchen & Bar, tasting the best of the wests food & wine along the way. . https://all.accor.com/hotel/C0T1/index.en.shtml?utm_campaign=seo+maps&utm_medium=seo+maps&utm_source=google+Maps https://www.travellingsenorita.com…

Tracy Collins was born to travel growing up between England & South Africa, then a move to France & later Australia, she has top tips on travelling the globe-available on her weekly podcast & travel blog, https://tracystravelsintime.com. https://www.travellingsenorita.com