We love Lucy.

Introducing our superstar, rockstar, all-round legend, hotel manager extraordinaire… Lucy.

She is the one that greets you warmly at reception.

The one who answers your questions about what to do/where to go/how to get there.

The one who leaves the little welcome gifts in your room.

Who greets you goodbye and hopes you return soon.

And generally, keeps the hotel running smoothly and our staff and guests happy.

No biggie.

She is always smiling, always willing to help and always looking on the bright side of life (even in the middle of lockdown when the rest of us were crying into our microwave dinners).

So, we asked this lovely lass some questions about her hometown because if Lucy loves it, it’s a safe bet that the rest of us will too. Get ready to take notes...

HOW LONG HAVE YOU WORKED AT TERMINUS?

It is coming up to three years this November.

WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT YOUR JOB?

It is fast-paced, every day it is different, and I love chatting with guests.

WHERE DO YOU GO FOR YOUR MORNING COFFEE?

I actually don't drink coffee! The rest of the hotel team love Xtraction and it is my top recommendation for coffee enthusiasts. 

FAVOURITE NEWCASTLE MEAL?

The Flotilla. I can't pick one meal there; it is all delicious. Their menu really highlights Newcastle & Hunter Valley produce.

FAVOURITE BAR & DRINK OF CHOICE?

Coal & Cedar, hands down. They introduced me to a dirty gin martini, and I have never looked back.

FAVOURITE BEACH?

Newcastle beach.

FAVOURITE LOCAL BOUTIQUES?

Monsoon Living for homewares, House of Lita and The Lair for clothes.

DESCRIBE YOUR PERFECT NEWCASTLE DAY.

Wake up early, walk along the foreshore out to the lighthouse, grab fish and chips from Scotties and picnic on the beach. Then head to the Surf House for cocktail hour and dinner.