Author Woodbridge

18 May

Tasmanian History and Sustainability

  Tasmanian history and sustainability – it takes effort!   The Woodbridge epitomises Tasmanian history and sustainability.   In 2003 we purchased the then derelict Woodbridge. We had no intention of buying property – we were on holidays. But as we looked at her all run down and forlorn, I said to John, “Do you […]

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30 Apr

Destination Wedding in Tasmania

More and more couples are choosing a destination wedding in Tasmania.     Choosing a Destination Wedding in Tasmania   Tasmania’s wedding industry has seen an influx of happy couples choosing Tassie to get married. They are coming from interstate and overseas.   Over the years The Woodbridge has welcomed small wedding groups from various […]

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5 Nov

Tasmanian Wilderness Walking Experiences

​   Tasmanian Wilderness  Walking Experiences   The Woodbridge is ideally placed for guests wanting Tasmanian wilderness walking experiences.   Travellers who love bushwalking, but want a bit of luxury, often stay at The Woodbridge. Why? Because are so close to the wilderness, Mt Field predominantly, but so many others are also easily accessible.   […]

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20 Aug

Best Restaurant in Tasmania

    Best restaurant in Tasmania 2024     What is the best restaurant in Tasmania?   The Agrarian Kitchen has been named Australia’s Best Restaurant by Gourmet Traveller. It follows that this is the best restaurant in Tasmanian, right?   And it is a 10 minute walk from The Woodbridge.   On their Facebook […]

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4 Aug

Tasmanian Single Malt Whisky

Tasmanian Single Malt Whisky  – Lawrenny Estate   Tasmanian single malt whisky production is booming. Tassie’s climate is ideal for the grain production requires, and its pristine waters are  perfect.   Lawrenny Estate was perfectly positioned to become a leading new world distillery. The 400 acre riverfront property grows its own production barley, and draws its […]

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23 Jul

Best Tasmanian Tourism Attractions

.   Best Tasmanian Tourism Attractions, what are they? where are they?   Best Tasmanian tourism attractions are listed in Tourism Tasmania’s training modules for travel agents wishing to become Tasmanian Specialists. All but two of the ten most visited attractions listed are within easy access of The Woodbridge.     Explore Southern Tasmania   […]

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16 Jul

Tasmanian Luxury Micro Getaways

Tasmanian Luxury Micro Getaways – another growing trend   Tasmanian Luxury Micro Getaways like all domestic tourism is seeing a resurgence. And it is expected to continue its upward trend in 2024. Travellers are realising the untapped potential of their own countries and are eager to explore their own ‘back yard”.   Australian’s are making […]

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29 Jun

Tasmanian Luxury Escape trends are changing

Tasmanian Luxury Escape trends are changing Tasmanian luxury escape trends have changed because the pandemic-induced shifts in travel patterns have changed forever the landscape.   The Woodbridge has been operating as a small luxury hotel since 2007.  I have previously blogged about how things have changed and continue to change for accommodation providers since Covid. […]

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16 Nov

Tasmanian Accommodation and Travel – tough times

Tasmanian Accommodation and Travel still affected Tasmanian accommodation and travel providers and still doing it tough in a post-COVID world.   Guests staying at The Woodbridge have been commenting. Many Tasmanian accommodation and travel providers, and hospitality businesses seem to either be not operating. Or they are only operating limited hours.   They are right! […]

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14 Oct

Sustainable Luxury Travel – Hobart ticks the boxes

  Sustainable Luxury Travel – Hobart hotels are ticking the boxes   Environmental concerns continue to shape global conversations and the concept of sustainable tourism is transitioning from being a niche trend. It is becoming a mainstream requirement and hearing the call for sustainable luxury travel – Hobart hotels have reacted. Consequently, old and new hotels […]

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