It’s not every day I get to fine dine in bathers and a bath robe. Before having a night away from the hustle of Melbourne to head to Peninsula Hot Springs (PHS) brand new Eco Lodge accommodation, I called ahead to find out what to pack, and in particular, what is appropriate attire for ‘the...
Category: Wellness
Mira Mira on the wall: at this studio, you’re the fairest of them all
Let’s be honest. Selfies are an art form, and like any art, they take practice, some ballsiness and a big dash of pizzaz. Enter Mira Mira’s self-portrait studio in Alexandria (across from The Grounds), which flips the script on the traditional photo shoot. There’s no photographer breathing down your neck, no awkward directions to “smoulder” when...
When your equilibrium needs a little TLC, say hello to EQ a new Wellbeing Centre – light, sound, guided meditation and not a massage table in sight
Life. Its chaotic. No matter who you are or what you do, we all sometimes feel the burnout. Between work, health, life admin, socials, partner, kids – it’s just never ending. EQ is the latest well-being centre that’s recently opened in South Melbourne that’s a circuit breaker to life’s craziness. There are no massages,...
Broadway City Cave Float Therapy: The Oasis You Never Knew You Needed
There are a variety of therapies we lean on to help us cope with life, one that probably isn’t on anyone’s radar is float therapy. That’s right, rather than talking it out, this one promotes tuning it out. City Cave in Broadway is the most rejuvenating oasis in the middle of this big city you...
Green Cup Armadale had a facelift and is back – with a new salad range that’s like eating a rainbow
Can it be true, are we over the depths of the deep dark Winter? Sitting outside at Green Cup, green smoothie in hand, sunnies on, sun glaring on my back, and cute customers in short shorts, dare I say, I think we are. Green Cup in Armadale has been closed for six weeks for renovations....
If you think Melbourne winter mornings are cold, you haven’t tried an ice bath…till you have tried Sona Rooms
Sona Rooms, the latest wellness destination in Prahran is not a gym, nor a fitness centre (although definitely a sweaty calorie burner). Instead, it’s a space for restoration and rejuvenation, offering several services with modern technology. This includes an infrared sauna, a dry sauna and the ever so popular contrast therapy. If you’re a novice...
Top trails, scenic drives, and cosy nights at the Leisure Inn Penny Royal: The hiker’s guide to Northern Tasmania
Got three days to spend in Northern Tassie? Check out this handy hiker's guide!
Does alc-eze help your hangover?
How many times have you said, “I’m never drinking again?” Korean Pears, called Nashi pears in the grocery store, are a crunchy, juicy and somewhat tough-skinned fruit that, according to CSIRO, offer some hangover prevention qualities. Apparently, they ‘may be able to stimulate some of the key enzymes that are involved in the metabolism of...
The dream sleep, is it possible? Find out at the Emma sleep hotel.
Sleep. For many it comes frustratingly naturally, for the other half of us, sleep deprivation is a part of our world. This is why the Emma Sleep Hotel is one of the most unique experiences in the city this week. This is a holistic experiment, promising THE dream sleep through advice, a “sleepgustation” menu paired...
Good skin comes from within! Join the movement with Ultra Nature
Ultra Nature, founded by Dr Sam Megalli a Senior Pharmaceutical Executive, university lecturer and medical research specialist a. Dr Sam’s extensive medical knowledge and experience has allowed him to create a range of clinically backed formulas to nourish your body, increase vitality and help you to feel confident in your own skin. We sit down...