Life is about slowing down… Tasting. Smelling. Breathing. Connecting. Practising mindfulness. Finding moments of true wellbeing. And this beautiful one-day escape with Untamed Escapes in McLaren Vale captures all of that — and more. Set against the stunning backdrop of McLaren Vale, this soulful experience during Adelaide Fringe (21 Feb | 7 & 21 March) brings together all the good things:  Grounding yoga in a peaceful bushland studio  Wandering the vibrant Willunga Farmers Ma

From 20/2/2026, you no longer need to purchase a #Metro   #card  to travel on public transport across South Australia. Instead, you can simply tap on and tap off using your credit or debit card when travelling on trains, buses and trams via Adelaide Metro. This morning, Adelaide Railway Station  was buzzing with travellers being assisted with the new system, and you’ll notice new exit gates in place to support this easy, modern ticketing change. It’s another fantastic step fo

How exciting… it’s nearly Adelaide Fringe  time in South Australia... Here we are in our Close to City home in North Adelaide, holding up the official guide with iconic Adelaide Oval standing proudly behind — what a backdrop for festival season! The Adelaide Fringe is one of the largest open-access arts festivals in the world, transforming Adelaide and regional South Australia into a vibrant celebration of creativity. From comedy, cabaret and theatre to music, visual arts and

In the quiet of evening, a koala walks slowly along the footpath… Not lost. But searching. Searching for familiar trees. A safe hollow. A place to belong. Koalas are nocturnal mammals, and like all mammals, they give birth to tiny, underdeveloped young called joeys. After birth, the joey instinctively climbs into its mother’s pouch, where it continues to grow safely for around six months. When it emerges, it rides gently on her back, clinging to her fur as she moves through t

🎨 Saturday Art Day | Kingscote Silo Art – Kangaroo Island 🦘🐦🌊 Have you seen the breathtaking silos at Kingscote on beautiful Kangaroo Island? This stunning artwork was created following community consultation and features wildlife deeply connected to KI — including the Kangaroo Island kangaroo (a subspecies smaller and darker than mainland kangaroos) and the striking red-tailed glossy black cockatoo, a rare and endangered species whose habitat was significantly impacted d

Excitement is building as LIV Golf Adelaide  returns to South Australia, teeing off 14–16 February 2026 at The Grange Golf Club  — and the city is already in full welcome mode. From banners and displays at Adelaide Railway Station to the buzz in our streets, cafés and laneways, you can really feel that special “big event” energy in the air. We love seeing Adelaide come alive for moments like this and are delighted to welcome guests from near and far who are visiting for the t

We’ve just received some beautiful news from @ booking.com  — Congratulations on winning a Traveller Review Award 2026!  🏆 They shared that our dedication, passion and personal touches are what turn a stay into a true home away from home  experience… and we’re honestly so touched. This award recognises us as one of the highest-rated guest favourites, and it simply wouldn’t be possible without you  — our wonderful guests who take the time to leave reviews and share your exper

🎶 Sunday Wind-Down | Plan a Perfect Evening in Adelaide Sometimes the best way to relax is to slow down, plan ahead… and give yourself something beautiful to look forward to. Take a quiet moment this Sunday to browse the inspiring program from the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra — celebrating 90 years in 2026… now that’s a magnificent achievement 🎉🎻 With a stunning lineup of world-class performances, breathtaking musicianship and unforgettable live music experiences in the hea

History Friday | Clare Valley 🏛️ Step back in time in the heart of #Clare and discover the beautiful Former AMP Building — a striking example of South Australia’s rich architectural and commercial heritage. Originally, this site was used as stables for a coaching company before a grand building was constructed in 1917 for the Australian Mutual Provident Society (AMP). Built at a cost of £5,000, it originally included a five-bedroom residence and later housed the first office

🇬🇧 🇺🇸 🇻🇳 Planning Australia 2026? 🇦🇺 A quick flick through the Gluttony 2026 program says it all 🎭✨ World-class comedy, theatre, music and late-night shows — right in the heart of Adelaide’s festival season. Add long summer evenings, wine by the beach at sunset 🍷🌅 and a calendar packed with events… and you’ve got a trip worth the flight. Stay with Adelaide Style Accommodation — 4.5-star, award-winning homes, perfectly located to enjoy Gluttony, the city, beaches an

Happy Australia Day 🇦🇺 What a beautiful part of the #world we have the pleasure to live in. A warm congratulations to all Australia Day Citizen Award recipients 🏅 Thank you for the difference you make in your communities. Wishing everyone a wonderful day spent with family, friends and loved ones ❤️ And if you live somewhere else — put Australia (and South Australia!) on your radar for this year. Come to the land down under, say hi 👋 and book one of our Adelaide Style Acco

Following on from our 91.3 SportFM shout-out (after the lovely text Phil & Sue sent to the station) — we were so grateful they also took the time to leave an online review on our website. 💛 We’ve shared a few highlights in the first slide, and the second slide is their review word for word . Customer service is so important to us as a family business, so it truly means a lot to hear guests felt well looked after — and that they enjoyed both their stay and their time explorin

Take a moment to listen One of the most meaningful things for our family business is when a guest takes the time to share positive feedback — and even more so when they pass it on to the organisations we’re proud to support. We’re proud sponsors of 91.3 SportFM   — a Perth-based not-for-profit community radio station providing a unique and much-needed service to the local community, including giving grassroots sport the airtime it deserves. A big thank you to the 91.3 SportFM

This delicate dainty swallowtail butterfly chose a citrus tree as the perfect place to lay her eggs — if you watch closely, you’ll spot her carefully laying two tiny eggs. A quiet moment of wildlife, right there in the garden. Make sure to listen to the background sounds of birds. South Australia is rich in nature — from local wildlife and peaceful gardens to stunning beaches and so much more. It’s a place that invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect. When yo

The excitement is building in Adelaide as we count down to the return of the Santos Tour Down Under  , riding into South Australia from 16–25 January Across the state—and especially here in Adelaide City—there’s a real buzz in the air. The city is looking incredibly welcoming for visitors and competitors alike, and when you drive down King William Street, you simply can’t miss the fabulous Tour Village signage proudly announcing this world-class event. It’s always a delight t

As promised in our New Year post — here it is. Our 2025 recap, brought together in one VIDEO celebrating a year that was busy, meaningful, humbling and incredibly rewarding. This video showcases just some of the many moments we’ve been involved in throughout the year — across tourism, networking, collaboration, friendships, and community connection. It also reflects the environmental projects we were proud to engage in — from supporting nature, growing and nurturing plants,

While many slow down over Christmas and New Year, behind the scenes we’ve been quietly preparing for the next Trees For Life (SA)  growing season. Over the past few days, we’ve mixed 8 boxes of soil with fertiliser and carefully filled 480 individual soil tubes — ready for the next stage of our journey: sowing each seed and species by hand. Every tube represents a future native tree A small action today, for healthier landscapes, stronger ecosystems and a more sustainable Sou

Today we pause to celebrate the joy, connection and quiet magic that this season brings. To our cherished guests, friends, and supporters — here in South Australia, across the country, and around the world — thank you  for being part of our story in 2025. Whether you stayed with us, shared our posts, recommended us to a loved one, or simply followed our journey, your support means more than you know. Wherever you are today — gathered with family, exploring somewhere new, or t

After the warm days we’ve had recently, our birdbath at Country Style Louisa has been a popular stop This time, a rainbow lorikeet — one of Australia’s most colourful Australian native birds — came in to visit. Earlier there were two enjoying a refreshing bath together, such a joy to watch that we couldn’t help but grab the camera. This little moment was captured afterwards — just one lorikeet on its own, pausing, drinking, and soaking up the calm of the garden. These are the

It’s been a little warm in South Australia this week — and just as the cool change rolled through, we were lucky enough to capture this beautiful moment. A Murray magpie stopped by the birdbath at our Country Style Louisa home in Gawler… food still firmly in its beak (a moth perhaps!) while sipping away, likely on feeding duty for some hungry young ones Not willing to let the meal go — even for a drink! Watch Video HERE These quiet, special moments are what make staying her