Kim Wilson for The Weekend Australian Travel + Luxury showcases five premier Australian hideaways, including cultural and exclusive events, to combat the winter blues. The article highlights three Luxury Lodges of Australia properties—Southern Ocean Lodge on Kangaroo Island, Saffire Freycinet in Tasmania, and El Questro Homestead in The Kimberley Western Australia—emphasising the unique events held at each location throughout the cooler months.
Southern Ocean Lodge – Kangaroo Island Photo Safari
“Acclaimed documentary travel photographer Richard I’Anson is running two five-day photo safari workshops on Kangaroo Island in 2024…..to explore the island while receiving photography tips and hints on techniques from I’Anson to best capture the destination’s dramatic topography, seascapes, fauna and flora.” Kangaroo Island Photo Safari workshops will run on August 1-5 and September 5-8, 2024.
Saffire Freycinet – Saffire Sparkling Weekend
“Hosted by international wine expert Tyson Stelzer, this unique event brings together the best of French champagne and Tasmanian wines for a very special weekend. Rarely offered outside the estate of champagne house Billecart-Salmon, Stelzer will take guests through a tasting masterclass with vintages dating back to 1996.” Saffire Sparkling Weekend will be held on August 16-18, 2024.
El Questro Homestead – Injiid Marlabu Calls Us
“Via the Injiid Marlabu Calls activity, participants witness healing rituals, hear ancestral stories and have the opportunity to be immersed in the beliefs and stories of the local Ngarinyin language and traditions.” The Injiid Marlabu Calls Us cultural immersion is available for guests on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
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