Congratulations, you’re having a baby!Before you hear the pitter patty of tiny feet, you deserve to treat yourself to a well-deserved break away from your doctor’s appointments, washing onesies and stocking up on baby essentials at the supermarket.Just like a honeymoon, a babymoon is the perfect excuse for you and your significant other to get away for a few days to indulge in one last adult escapade before your little one arrives.
When the colder weather starts to get you down, why not let someone else do the cooking and fill up on warming dishes from restaurants around the city?Talisker hot toddyThere's more than one way to warm up at Club Services Ipswich this winter! Head in to try three delicious cocktails perfect for the colder weather:- Talisker Hot Toddy - a smoky twist on the classic warm winter drink, combining Talisker 10 Scotch Whisky with honey and lemon flavours.- Baileys Latte - the ultimate indulgence, a delightful blend of classic latte enriched with a pour of delicious Baileys Original Irish Cream.- Casamigo's Paloma - a refreshing combination of Casamigos Blanco Tequila and pink grapefruit soda, garnished with a grapefruit wedge.
Are you looking for a cool new drinking spot where you can wet your whistle?You will find no shortage of watering holes in Ipswich, and to help you plan your visit, we have rounded up some of best bars and venues for you to raise a glass at. We will cheers to that!Imbibis Craft DistilleryIf you’re a self-confessed gin lover, head down to Ipswich’s newest craft distillery Imbibis for a tipple or two. The distillery is owned by renowned distiller Jason Hannay, who has won multiple awards for his creations. Each bottle is handcrafted using premium Australian ingredients including bottle brush, lemon myrtle, native pepper berry and anise myrtle. Here you can try a tasting paddle and even bring your own cheese platter or charcuterie board for the ultimate indulgence. The cellar door is open every Friday from 10am-6pm, and Saturday to Thursday by appointment.
Gone are the days of venturing out for your morning coffee or a bite to eat without your furry friend.Whether you’re out for your daily walkies, or looking for the ulti-mutt road trip, treat yourself and your fur baby at one of these great dog-friendly venues.Rosewood HotelYou no longer have to feel guilty about leaving your dog at home on the weekend when you head out for happy hour at the Rosewood Hotel!
Looking for a family friendly café or restaurant that serves up a little more than nuggets and chips? Here are a few of our recommendations in Ipswich that we’ve personally ‘kid-tested’ for both food, friendliness, comfort and entertainment!Prince Alfred HotelAn institution in Ipswich for over 170 years, the PA Hotel should certainly be considered when looking for a family friendly meal in Ipswich.With recent awards such as Best Casual Dining Restaurant (Qld) in 2018 and Australian Hotel of The Year (2017), you know that you will be in for a great experience.
For a lot of Australians, a weekend holiday usually revolves around a trip to the beach, but we love a good getaway wherever it is, and we loved our weekend away visiting Queensland’s Heritage City – Ipswich.Visitor Information CentreNotwithstanding peak hour, Ipswich is an easy drive from wherever you are in Brisbane, and contrary to many people’s belief, this small city has a whole lot of charm and is definitely not ‘just’ another suburb of greater Brisbane.After a relaxed breakfast and a short drive, we arrived around lunch time and we headed straight for our first stop – the Ipswich Visitor Information Centre.
