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MT FIELDS

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Our first full day staying at our Airbnb near Mount Field was one we had been eagerly anticipating. We set off early for a scenic road trip through Tasmania's remote south-west wilderness, with our destination being the spectacular Gordon Dam, travelling via the iconic Lake Pedder. The drive itself was an adventure. As we headed around 150 kilometres west from Mount Field National Park, the landscape gradually transformed into a vast wilderness of rugged mountain ranges, some dusted with snow, dense forests and endless stretches of untouched beauty. It quickly became apparent why this region is considered one of Tasmania's last true wilderness areas. One unexpected stop along the way was a thought-provoking artwork called Bitumen Bones , situated beneath the dramatic Sentinel Range in the Southwest National Park. Created by Tasmanian artist Alex Miles, the installation is a moving tribute to the beauty and harsh realities of this wild landscape. Inspired by Tasmanian poet Sarah...
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Hobart

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After months of planning and preparation for Lynette's long service leave, the day finally arrived for our maiden voyage to Tasmania. We flew into Hobart to begin a month-long road trip, travelling clockwise around the entire island. As this is our very first visit to the Apple Isle, we've allowed ourselves plenty of time to soak up the scenery, explore its history, and experience everything this beautiful state has to offer. After settling into our Airbnb, we headed to Battery Point, Hobart's most historic and charming suburb, just south of the CBD. Renowned for its beautifully preserved 19th-century colonial cottages and grand merchant mansions, it's a delight to explore on foot. The quaint streets are lined with boutique shops, cafés and museums, and I couldn't get enough of the stunning architecture. One of the highlights was Arthur's Circus, a unique circular collection of early colonial cottages built during the 1840s and 1850s around a peaceful village gr...
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