#ichoosesa – A Lady in Adelaide

10/02/2019

Summer Festivals of Adelaide

It’s that time of year again, when Adelaide comes alive with a multitude of festivals. While locals know it has Mad March, the festivals actually start in February. With warm weather, clear skies and a host of activities; there is something to suit all tastes in Adelaide – the festival state. Continue reading “Summer Festivals of Adelaide”

03/02/2019

Summer Means Beach Polo

Move over cricket, the new Australian summer sport is Polo. Or at least it should be. Ever since I took a Polo lesson in 2017, I have a new appreciation for the game. It is more technical than you might realise. Not only do you have to balance on top of a horse while attempting to hit the ball with your mallet (taco), there are a few rules and techniques to grasp. Continue reading “Summer Means Beach Polo”

19/01/2019

Open Season on Tennis

January in Australia is not just summer, but the start of another exciting season of tennis. Almost every state in Australia is involved in live tennis action for the lead up to Grand Slam excitement in Melbourne. Continue reading “Open Season on Tennis”

02/05/201812/05/2018

Historic Ghosts of Adelaide

It was a cold, wet Thursday evening. The rain was pelting down outside. It was the ideal setting to participate in a history ghost tour at Australia’s first shopping mall. During the day Adelaide Arcade in the city’s premier shopping precinct is full of shoppers and diners. When the sun goes down, the arcade grows quiet. The heavy, grey, iron gates are locked and the stage is set for an evening of ghost hunting. Continue reading “Historic Ghosts of Adelaide”

04/03/201810/03/2018

SA’s Best Wine Regions

It is no secret that Australian wine is known as one of the best in the world. You just have to do a simple google search to find many stores overseas stock Australian wine. South Australian wine has gained momentum over the years for its wine attracting tourists to the Barossa, Clare Valley and McLaren Vale each year. Continue reading “SA’s Best Wine Regions”

23/02/201824/02/2018

Mixing it up at the Festival

It’s festival time in Adelaide again. The months of February and March are packed with a smorgasbord of entertainment for all ages and interests. Continue reading “Mixing it up at the Festival”

28/12/2017

New Year’s Eve on a shoestring

It’s no surprise that going out to celebrate New Year’s Eve can be expensive. Clothes, food, event tickets, alcoholic beverages and of course the champagne for toasting at midnight. But a night out on the town is achievable. Even on a budget. Continue reading “New Year’s Eve on a shoestring”