Helen Avaient
The trees of the world await visitors at the Tasmanian Arboretum
Imagine being able to see plants for all over the temperate world in one pleasant place. This 66ha botanical garden in Northern Tasmania...
top of page
Search
Helen Avaient
Mar 22, 20221 min read
Product recommendation - Selfie stick tripod
When travelling solo, getting photos of yourself can be difficult. Often we hold the phone at arms length for a selfie, and only get a...
15 views0 comments
Helen Avaient
Mar 22, 20223 min read
Emu Valley Rhododenendron Garden is a must any time of the year
Emu Valley Rhododendron Garden is promoted as “A Garden for all Seasons”, which means that at whatever time of year you visit, there is...
202 views1 comment
Helen Avaient
Mar 15, 20221 min read
Product recommendation - All in one travel adaptor
This smart travel device is just 77mm x 50mm x 40mm and fits easily into your travel bag. I love that it can be used in almost all...
16 views0 comments
Helen Avaient
Mar 8, 20221 min read
Product recommendation - Memory foam travel pillow
If you have ever slept on a memory foam pillow you will understand how comfortable your sleep can be with one. This is just one of the...
24 views0 comments
Helen Avaient
Feb 15, 20221 min read
Product recommendation - Aeropress Go Coffee Maker
Coffee, the morning heartstarter, is one of my favourite drinks. I often find when travelling that the quality of coffee can vary...
23 views0 comments
Helen Avaient
Feb 11, 20222 min read
The intoxicating Edge of the World in Tasmania Australia
The longest uninterrupted expanse of water on the globe is the Indian Ocean to the west of Tasmania. Keep sailing west from the shores of...
1,031 views3 comments
Helen Avaient
Feb 8, 20221 min read
Product recommendation - Insulated Drink Bottle
I enjoy the ambience of a hot or cold drink in a pub or cafe when travelling, it is a great way to meet locals, share the vibe of your...
14 views0 comments
Helen Avaient
Feb 5, 20222 min read
The Zig Zag garden of Ulverstone in Tasmania Australia
The award-winning zig zag gardens were a delight to visit. They are located in a residential area of Ulverstone, from Maud to Upper Maud...
834 views0 comments
Helen Avaient
Feb 1, 20221 min read
Product recommendation - Pegless Travel Washing Line
At 2.5m (8ft) this travel washing line can fit most of your clothes. The unique 'twist' feature means you don't need to carry and use...
13 views0 comments
Helen Avaient
Jan 29, 20225 min read
Historic Entally House in Tasmania Australia
Entally House near Hadspen in Tasmania is an elegant two storey brick building that is open to the public. Visitors can wander through...
714 views0 comments
Helen Avaient
Jan 25, 20221 min read
Product recommendation - Laundry detergent sheets
No more spilling of liquid or powder. No more carrying heavy boxes and bottles of laundry powder. These Ultra concentrated sheets with...
34 views0 comments
Helen Avaient
Jan 23, 20224 min read
A taste of colonial history at Franklin House
Franklin House near Launceston is the birthplace of the National Trust (Tasmania) and was the first heritage property taken over by the...
267 views0 comments
Helen Avaient
Jan 20, 20221 min read
Product recommendation - Travel Squeeze bottles
These squeeze bottles I use for both camping and travelling. They hold 60ml of liquid so are TSA compliant, which means you can carry...
20 views1 comment
Helen Avaient
Jan 19, 20225 min read
10 things to see and do in Hadspen Tasmania Australia
Only eight kilometres (5mi) from Launceston is the town of Hadspen. With a population of just over 2000, it is situated on the banks of...
1,662 views0 comments
Helen Avaient
Jan 15, 20226 min read
10 Things to See and Do in Evandale Tasmania Australia
Evandale is a National Trust classified Georgian Village. The unspoiled heritage buildings vary from grand homes built to impress, to...
1,123 views1 comment
Helen Avaient
Jan 13, 20221 min read
Product recommendation - Digital Travel Scale
Imagine being at an airport and having to take things out of your suitcase because the airline won't accept an overweight bag. I have...
19 views0 comments
Helen Avaient
Jan 11, 20222 min read
Picturesque Historical homes in Evandale Tasmania Australia
Evandale is a National Trust classified Georgian Village. Today this town, just 20kms south of Launceston is home to around 1,345 people...
911 views0 comments
Helen Avaient
Jan 7, 20226 min read
Clarendon House is Australia's greatest Georgian house
The grandest classically Georgian house in Australia is open to the public in Tasmania. As a lover of both beautiful old homes and...
2,182 views2 comments
Helen Avaient
Jan 3, 20224 min read
10 things to see and do in Sheffield Tasmania Australia
As with most inland small rural towns, there may not seem to be a lot to see and do at first glance, but look deep into the area and you...
4,064 views2 comments
bottom of page