Sydney has a reputation for emptying wallets, and to be fair, it earns it. Harbour cruises, bridge climbs and flat whites at Circular Quay add up fast. But strip away the ticketed attractions and what you are left with is a city built almost entirely around things that cost nothing: a harbour you can walk…
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Free Things To Do In Cairns
Cairns has a reputation for being a place where money disappears fast. Reef trips, skydives, rafting, rainforest tours: the big-ticket stuff adds up before you’ve even unpacked. But strip all that away and you’re left with a small, walkable tropical city where a surprising amount of the best stuff is free, and the locals know…
What To Do In Brisbane Tonight
Landed in Brisbane and not sure what to do in Brisbane tonight? You are not alone. Brisbane rewards travellers who go out on night one instead of hiding in their dorm scrolling maps. The city is compact, the river glows under the CBD lights, and there is usually a free event, a hostel BBQ or…
Best Hostels for Solo Female Travellers in Australia (With Reviews)
Australia is one of the most consistently recommended destinations in the world for solo female travel, and the hostel scene backs that reputation up completely. Sydney and Melbourne alone have over 90 hostels between them on Hostelworld, with close to 100,000 combined guest reviews, and both cities have built genuinely excellent social infrastructure specifically aimed…
Ultimate Australia Packing List 🏖️: What to Pack for Every Adventure!
Thinking of visiting the land down under? Or, perhaps you’ve already booked your trip to the land of kangas and crocs. While the thought of hopping on the plane and starting your adventure of a lifetime is extremely exciting, when the crunch time comes and you’re ready to pack sometimes it can be just a…
Travelling on the east coast of Australia: What you need to know
The east coast is home to some of Australia’s biggest highlights. The world’s largest coral reef, the world’s largest sand island, the world’s largest covered stadium outside North Korea and the world’s largest (plastic) banana. The road trip from Cairns in tropical North Queensland via glittering Sydney to the hipster stronghold of Melbourne is Australia’s…
The best hostels in Perth, Australia
Often overlooked for the bucket-list highlights of the eastern coast, Western Australia is home to some of the country’s most extraordinary natural wonders. Intrepid travellers to the state will be rewarded with vast untouched wilderness, remote beaches and awe-inspiring rock formations. Add easygoing locals, great food and lively cities to the mix and WA quickly…
The best hostels in Brisbane, Australia
Many visitors merely pass through Brisbane as a layover on their way to the Gold Coast, the Whitsundays or the Great Barrier Reef, sleeping on one of Australia’s best cities. It’s always been laidback and beautiful but has recently seen a surge in art, food and music, making it a great place to spend a…
The best hostels in Cairns for every type of traveller
How to find the best hostels in Cairns for your trip: If you’re looking for a tropical getaway, pack your bags and get ready to explore northern Queensland. Cairns, known as the Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, is one of Australia’s gems and should most definitely be on every backpacker’s bucket list. Looking for…
The 6 best hostels in Byron Bay
How to find the best hostels in Byron Bay for your trip: The picturesque coastal town, Byron Bay, is a hit among backpackers from Australia and the rest of the world. Known for its stunning beaches, and how could we forget the iconic lighthouse that sits elegantly on top of Cape Byron. Located in such…
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