Giveaway Alert: Follow @Snacksandsuitcasespodcast on Instagram, find the giveaway post and tag a friend for your chance to win a signed copy of Ada's junior fiction series Mia Megastar! 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 Nicodemou01:25 Ada's Love for Travel and Family Destinations06:53 Experiences on Home and Away and Travel Inspirations09:40 Traveling with Kids: Tips and Challenges19:36 Cruising Adventures and Family Fun26:45 Cultural Connections: Cyprus and Greece32:36 Food Memories and Culinary Adventures37:47 Reading and Writing: Ada's Literary Journey51:54 Local Sydney Favorites and Family Activities56:49 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   Follow Ada on  Instagram @adanicodemou Connect Thank you so much for listening. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or tips of your own via Instagram @snacksandsuitcasespodcast @sallynanamis Facebook Email: snacksandsuitcasespodcast@gmail.com  Subscribe, rate and share with a fellow parent who's dreaming of Japan! AND... Don't forget your snacks!