This Mother’s Day, we celebrate the mums, grandmothers and special women who create warmth, comfort and connection for those around them every day.

If you’re exploring South Australia during this month’s History Festival, make sure you allow time to wander through the streets of historic Port Adelaide and discover its incredible outdoor art gallery. This beautiful mural, known as “The Love Birds”, was created by artists Charles and Janine Williams as part of the Wonderwalls street art movement that helped transform Port Adelaide into one of Australia’s most colourful street art destinations. Featuring two Australian fair

Scattered quietly across parts of the Flinders Ranges are graves like these — simple, weathered, and deeply connected to South Australia’s early history. What draws you in isn’t just their age… it’s the way they were built. Simple, layered stone… carefully placed by hand.

Out on a walk recently, we spotted these two very different butterflies at two different moments—and I couldn’t help but love the contrast. One, vibrant and eye-catching, gently gliding through the air… The other, quietly resting on the earth, soaking up the warmth of the day. Same day. Same walk. Two completely different personalities. It’s a lovely reminder that nature has so much variety—sometimes bold and bright, sometimes calm and understated… and both equally beautiful

This is your sign South Australia is calling - from the rolling green hills of the Flinders Ranges to the vineyards of the Barossa, the coastline, and the vibrant heart of Adelaide. Right now, after the rains, our landscapes are looking their absolute best Fresh, green, and full of life… it’s a beautiful time to explore

History Friday - One of our favourite months in South Australia is just around the corner… The SA History Festival 2026 runs 1–31 May and the program is out now Take a look via the link in this post and be sure to book yourself into more than one experience — you’ll be surprised what you learn, even if you live right here in South Australia If you’re planning a visit to South Australia from interstate or overseas, May is truly something special… Don’t make it a quick trip —

We recently attended the Destination Australia Conference and wanted to share something we’re starting to explore a little more It’s called Green is Our Gold, an initiative led by Tourism Australia—bringing tourism businesses together to help care for the environments, cultures, and communities that make Australia so special. We’ve taken a first step by accessing the sustainability framework and toolkit to learn more. It’s not an accreditation—just a shared commitment to doin

We’re incredibly grateful to share that Adelaide Style Accommodation has been recognised as a Global Award Winner 2026 Self-Catering Accommodation of the Year – Australia To be acknowledged alongside outstanding businesses from around the world is truly humbling — and something we couldn’t do without our wonderful guests Thank you for choosing to stay with us, and for taking the time to share your experiences — it means more than you know. Our aim has always been simple — to

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