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16 April 2019
Hop on the highway, and in three hours you’ll be in the Hunter Valley – aka Australia’s oldest wine region. If you’re on a health kick, you’re gonna have to abandon that for the weekend because the Hunter is allllll about living your best, most indulgent life!
*Pls see the ‘where to drink’ section below. But here’s what to do when you ‘forgot’ to spit out the 37158 wines you tasted yesterday.
Trot your way through wine country with Hunter Valley Horse Riding & Adventures. They have tours for riders of all levels, so don’t stress if you’re saddling up for the first time.
This humungous park is home to walking trails, swimming holes and waterfalls, so do yourself a solid and wear sneakers and swimwear. If you too hung to explore a national park, just pop past The Rock to take some pics of the valley.
View this post on Instagram What a spot 👌 That's what 30kms of off-road gets you #nature #lookout #forest #yengo #bluemountains #adventure #klr650adventure #kawasaki A post shared by Jonatan (@jonatantarapacz) on Mar 23, 2019 at 4:36am PDT
What a spot 👌 That's what 30kms of off-road gets you #nature #lookout #forest #yengo #bluemountains #adventure #klr650adventure #kawasaki
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Hello, plant inspo! The lush botanic garden sprawls over 60 acres, so set aside an afternoon to explore.
It’s no Taronga, but you can get up close and personal with kangaroos, meerkats, and a rainbow array of birds.
The Hunter Valley Resort runs a grape-stomping competition, and it’s the next best thing. It gets messy, so maybe don’t wear your Showpo best!
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Held on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month, these markets sell everything from fresh produce to clothes, accessories, ceramics and beauty products.
It’s a slice of heaven. Pro tip: If you’re on a budget, stock up on cheese and charcuterie here and make your own platters.
Spa Anise at Spicers Estate and The Spa at Château Élan Hunter Valley are beautifully bougie and the best places to go for a lil pampering.
View this post on Instagram It’s not too late to get some pool time in before winter sets in. Book an escape to Spicers Vineyards this autumn on 1300 192 868. #spicersvineyards A post shared by Spicers Vineyards Estate (@spicers.vineyards.estate) on Apr 13, 2019 at 5:27pm PDT
It’s not too late to get some pool time in before winter sets in. Book an escape to Spicers Vineyards this autumn on 1300 192 868. #spicersvineyards
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The Hunter has a handful of unique boutiques, like Wilson & Hunter and Village Books. Love lollies? The British Lolly Shop will take you riiiight back to being a kid.
For a stress-free trip, leave the planning to the pros. Cloud9 will chauffeur you between vineyards (and can even pick you up from Sydney) and My Ultimate Hens will make sure the bride-to-be says see ya to single life in style with wine tasting and a long lunch.
Café Enzo, The Deck Café and Redsalt Restaurant (in the Crowne Plaza) will keep you caffeinated all weekend.
View this post on Instagram Thanks for the lovely capture of breakfast with us at Cafe Enzo 🍳 @sandil.shrayan . . .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #huntervalley #nsw #vineyards #winery #wines #winetasting #winelover #foodies #instafoodie #sydneyfoodie #sydneyeats #cafe #restaurant #brunch #weddingvenue #weddingday #weddinginspiration #weddingplanning #weddingplanner #weddinginspo #weddingideas #weddingceremony #weddingreception #gettingmarried #destination #destinationwedding #weekendgetaway #weekendaway #getaway #daytrip A post shared by Enzo Hunter Valley (@enzohuntervalley) on Apr 1, 2019 at 2:40pm PDT
Thanks for the lovely capture of breakfast with us at Cafe Enzo 🍳 @sandil.shrayan . . .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #huntervalley #nsw #vineyards #winery #wines #winetasting #winelover #foodies #instafoodie #sydneyfoodie #sydneyeats #cafe #restaurant #brunch #weddingvenue #weddingday #weddinginspiration #weddingplanning #weddingplanner #weddinginspo #weddingideas #weddingceremony #weddingreception #gettingmarried #destination #destinationwedding #weekendgetaway #weekendaway #getaway #daytrip
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The restaurant is tucked inside a cute-as-a-button cottage. You can order a la carte or stuff yourself silly with the two-, three-, or five-course tasting menu. The Champagne Lounge is perfect for pre/post drinks, too.
The chef, Frank Fawkner, is kind of a big deal, and the only thing that’s constant about the menu is that it changes all the time.
Part of the Keith Tulloch winery, this adorable shop serves up handmade chocolates and T2 tea. #cosy
Foodies flock to this restaurant at Hungerford Hill Winery. The chefs only use locally grown ingredients, and you can really taste the difference. Too fancy for you? The sister spot, Muse Kitchen, is casual but just as good.
The owners make everything from scratch, and the gnocchi is SO GOOD.
Sitting pretty on the Lambloch Estate, this dreamy dessert bar dishes up the best chocolate soufflé ever, along with every other sweet you can imagine.
View this post on Instagram Hunter Valley’s sweet spot @sabordessertbar. 📷 @paulpayasalad via #huntervalley A post shared by Hunter Valley Wine Country (@huntervalley) on Mar 17, 2018 at 2:25pm PDT
Hunter Valley’s sweet spot @sabordessertbar. 📷 @paulpayasalad via #huntervalley
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When you’re over the Modern Australian eats, this place serves up Asian fusion – and it’s HOT. You’ve been warned!
It’s a crime not to! There are over 150 vineyards in the Hunter Valley, and these are some of our faves:
View this post on Instagram Summertime vibes. 😎 A post shared by tempustwowines (@tempustwowines) on Dec 12, 2018 at 8:06pm PST
Summertime vibes. 😎
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The chic cocktail bar has a sunny deck and live music on the weekends.
This spot reminds us of science class, but it’s a vibe. The flavoured vodkas are served in test tubes, and the warehouse setting wouldn’t look out of place in Alexandria.
When it comes to pubs, the Irish do it better. This one is as lively as it gets.
View this post on Instagram You gotta dance and twirl like nobody’s watching. 💃🏻💃🏻. . . . . . #travellifestyle #travelingram #travellingram #travelingpost #travellerslife #wanderingsoul #adventurelife #wanderful #wanderingphotographer #travelwithus #wanderlusters #travelog #travelguide #culturetrip #traveloften #travelbook #travelislife #travelista #travelinspo #globelletravels #travelvibes #travelstories #travellingram #travelquote #travelquotes #theuprootedrose #travelwell #postcardplaces #meettheworld #globetrotting #globetrotters A post shared by 𝒢𝓇𝒶𝒸𝒾𝑒 (@doitforicecream) on Oct 10, 2018 at 1:45am PDT
You gotta dance and twirl like nobody’s watching. 💃🏻💃🏻. . . . . . #travellifestyle #travelingram #travellingram #travelingpost #travellerslife #wanderingsoul #adventurelife #wanderful #wanderingphotographer #travelwithus #wanderlusters #travelog #travelguide #culturetrip #traveloften #travelbook #travelislife #travelista #travelinspo #globelletravels #travelvibes #travelstories #travellingram #travelquote #travelquotes #theuprootedrose #travelwell #postcardplaces #meettheworld #globetrotting #globetrotters
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Walk in, and you might think you’re in Morocco. There are three villas with courtyards, fireplaces, kitchenettes and interiors TDF, and an outdoor spa.
Going on a girls trip? Book this beaaautiful villa. It sleeps up to 14 people across five bedrooms and is very Instagrammable thanks to the pool and olive trees.
If it’s just you and your guy, stay at this cottage. It has a private plunge pool, a fireplace and a deck – what more do you need?
View this post on Instagram #iseeu #hotairballoon #morningglory #roomwithaview #thecarriages #bitmagic 🕸 #huntervalley A post shared by Rebecca Diamond (@mrsdiamondestate) on Mar 11, 2017 at 2:00pm PST
#iseeu #hotairballoon #morningglory #roomwithaview #thecarriages #bitmagic 🕸 #huntervalley
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Not into self-contained accommodation? This country house has eight suites, plus a saltwater pool, a tennis court and room service. Oh, and the award-winning winery is about 10 steps away.
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