Snacks and Suitcases

Ada Nicodemou on Family Travel, Greece, Cyprus and parenting tips!


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In this episode of Snacks and Suitcases, host Sally Stanton sits down with Ada Nicodemou, Australian actress and Home and Away star, to talk all things family travel, parenting, and cultural connections.

Ada shares her love for visiting her family roots in Greece and Cyprus, along with her favourite family-friendly destinations in Australia like Port Douglas and Palm Beach, the real-life Summer Bay!

From the challenges of travelling with kids to the joys of cruising holidays, Ada gives honest tips and personal stories that will inspire any parent planning their next adventure.

The conversation also explores Ada’s passion for food and Greek cuisine, her treasured reading habits while on the road, and how her experiences on Home and Away have influenced her outlook on travel and life as a working mother.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • Why cruising is an ideal holiday option for families

  • The importance of food and culture in Ada’s travels

  • Tips for managing long flights and packing with kids

  • Ada’s favourite spots in Sydney for family outings

  • How travel deepens family connections and cultural heritage

  • Ada’s love of reading and writing as part of her travel journey

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Ada Nicodemou

    01:25 Ada's Love for Travel and Family Destinations
    06:53 Experiences on Home and Away and Travel Inspirations
    09:40 Traveling with Kids: Tips and Challenges
    19:36 Cruising Adventures and Family Fun
    26:45 Cultural Connections: Cyprus and Greece
    32:36 Food Memories and Culinary Adventures
    37:47 Reading and Writing: Ada's Literary Journey
    51:54 Local Sydney Favorites and Family Activities
    56:49 Fast Five: Quick Travel Preferences

    What we mentioned

    Quicksilver Tours Nth Qld

    Grecian Park Hotel

    Grecian park Hotel near Konnos Bay in Cyprus - Ada's fave hideway

    Ttappis Tavern

    Ada's favourite Cheap Eats in Cyrpus

     

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    Snacks and SuitcasesBy Sally Stanton