Toiletry Bags - I think I finally found a good one!

My travelling circumstances have changed over the last year meaning that I've been able to make some adjustments to what I travel with.  For years I had to carry toiletries for four people but now it's just the two of us so our load is a lot lighter.  I've been on the lookout for a new toiletry bag to suit my needs now.  I won't lie, my bathroom cabinet is full of unsuitable bags that I have bought, tried, and have not been impressed with.  Until I saw the Bon Maxie toiletry bag!

I gave it a test run on our latest weekend in the city and I was surprised with how many products it held (there was plenty of space left) and that you can stand them up.  I was also able to stand it upright in my suitcase so it took up less space.

I'm not a fan of the coffee coloured interior.  She states on her site it's so that any stains don't show up like they would on white which makes sense but I'm still not sold on the colour. I do love the different prints she has available and that the bag has 14 pockets so no small items get lost in the bottom.  You can hang it up if you fancy and it's fully washable.

I have to say that I am a big fan of Bon Maxie and I have a few of her products.  I love the story behind the brand and I like to support small local businesses like this one.

As always, this is not a sponsored post just me sharing products that I love. 

Here is the link if you would like to check them out - Bon Maxie

Bruny Island, Tasmania - What we did on our two day visit

During our Tasmania holiday we had one night and two days on Bruny Island.

We had a hire car and we caught the morning ferry over.  

When we arrived we headed towards the lookout.   On the way we stopped at the Bruny Island Honey shop and we stopped and had oysters at Get Shucked for lunch.  These were amazing fresh oysters - they are a must have when on Bruny.

Once our tummies were full we drove to the neck which is where the lookout is situated.  We were really lucky and had amazing weather for our visit so it was a lovely outlook once we got to the top.  It was quite busy.  There are also fairy penguins at the neck so you could return at dusk to see them however we didn't as our days were already full.

Next, we headed towards the lighthouse.  I had seen on a page I follow on Facebook about a small roadside stop called The Bruny Baker so that was our first stop and it did not disappoint!  The Bruny Baker sells sourdough loaves and Anzac slice.  I made sure we had cash so we could put money in the tin but I think they accept money transfers too.

We then drove on to the Cape Bruny Lighthouse.  I had booked a tour of the lighthouse prior to our visit and we ended up being the only two people on that timed tour which was perfect.  There was plenty to see from the top with 360 degree views and around the bottom there was the museum.  The road to the lighthouse was a long dirt road so you could only visit here if you are able to drive your car on dirt roads (hire cars).  We also needed to have a parks pass for our drive to the lighthouse.  We needed our parks pass for many of the places we visited in Tasmania.

For our stay on Bruny we chose 43 Degrees.  These were little individual cabins that were eco friendly. We really enjoyed out stay here.  They delivered a little pot of breakfast in the morning and our room included a complimentary bottle of wine.  This accommodation was perfect for us as it was close to our next day's adventure with Pennicott Wilderness Journeys.  We also got to see rare white wallabies close by which was pretty cool.

Our second day on Bruny Island started with our Pennicott Tour.  This was a 3 hour boat tour.  It was pretty amazing and I highly recommend it.  We travelled in a high speed boat.  One of the hi-lights for me was seeing the blowhole but the absolute hi-light was the Australian Fur Seals.  

This tour finished around lunch time so we started on our way back towards the ferry to the mainland.  We made sure to stop at the Bruny Island Cheese Company for a cheese platter for lunch.

                                                    

                                                     

We also stopped at Bruny Island Chocolate and bought a few treats for the trip home.

If you are visiting Tasmania definitely put Bruny Island on your list, it is well worth the visit.  

*If you are hiring a car in Tasmania you will need to check that you are permitted to drive on Bruny Island as there are a lot of dirt roads which are often excluded in rental contracts. 

Sunday in Brisbane

We had amazing weather for a night away. We took advantage of the long weekend and went to the city for a Sunday night. 

We started with lunch at Breakfast Creek Hotel, then afternoon drinks at Felons at Howard Smith Wharf. We saw Kitty Flanagan at The Powerhouse and then cocktails at the casino. 

We stayed to The Ibis Style Suites which is our go to Brisbane hotel. Below is the view from our room.