1. When you receive your visa confirmation 2. And the journey begins 3. When you (finally) arrive at your first hostel after a 789 hour flight 4. And then you realise you’ve skipped a day and are now in the future 5. When you get comfortable after several rounds of beer-pong 6. When you meet…
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How and where to find backpacking jobs in Australia
So, you’re heading to Australia?! Bonzer! Hey guys! Mark here again, this time to give you advice on how to land a backpacking job if you are heading Down Under! Also, some tips on what kind of jobs are available, from fruit picking to bar tending and everything in between! Working Holiday Visa Presumably you…
Hikes, breweries and the dark arts: amazing things to do in Tasmania
The island state of Tasmania is one of Australia’s hottest destinations because it caters to a range of travellers and their different needs. Nature lovers can enjoy hiking around areas of outstanding natural beauty with frequent sightings of local wildlife and, while the foodies out there will be delighted by the fresh, seasonal produce on…
Ready to road trip Australia? Try these 8 iconic routes
Vast and varied, Australia is a country that’ll scratch your itchy feet from east to west as you wander along sandy coastlines, deserted desert strips, forest-fringed beachfronts and cosy vineyard estates. If time is on your side, one of my favourite things to do whether I’m in Australia or elsewhere is hit the road with…
Cheap is the new black: 20 free things to do in Perth
From overlooked to overbooked – yes, I did just start this blog off with a pretty big statement, and, I’ve probably blown your mind considering I’m talking about Perth in Western Australia. In the past, Perth has been seen as the little sibling to its well-known bigger family on the east coast: Sydney and Melbourne….
Yes! Winter in Australia is a great time to visit
When you think of Australia you probably picture white pristine beaches with tanned locals running into the waves and kangaroos lounging in the sunshine. You may even think that we all look like model extras from Neighbours or Home and Away. So why would you bother booking a trip here in the winter time? How…
Penguins, bushrangers & prosecco: the best day trips from Melbourne
Victoria must be one of Australia’s best states for several reasons. The first is that it’s home to Melbourne, a fabulous city, thriving with culture and colour. That’s something to be proud of, for sure. Victoria also happens to be third smallest out of Oz’s eight states and territories, meaning you can cover a lot…
Awesome places to visit in Western Australia
Western Australia is about as diverse as it gets: from the tropical coral and pumping waves to remote desert dunes and even an isolated island paradise. It’s not surprising when you consider that the coastline of WA is over 20,000 km in length (including the islands). Where else in the world could you travel that…
Hikes, Hinterland and the Hemsworths: Incredible Things to do in Byron Bay
Byron Bay is arguably one of Australia’s most iconic surf towns. An absolute must on any East Coast itinerary, Byron has something for everyone. From pristine beaches, epic surf breaks and world-class diving, to sprawling national parks and delectable dining options, Byron Bay is guaranteed to delight any and all travellers. Byron has this…
Best Surfing Beaches in Australia for World-Class Waves
According to the Australian national anthem, “our home is girt by sea”. So much sea in fact, that our not-so-tiny island has a whopping 35,877 km (22,293 miles) of coastline. This, of course, means one thing: beaches. These endless stretches of golden sand, sunshine and killer waves make Australia one of the world’s premier surfing…
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