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…
Tag: Oceania
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. However,…
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…
Day Trips from Melbourne: Penguins, Bushrangers and Prosecco
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…
Why Whakapapa ski field is my favourite place in New Zealand
What’s your happy place? Mine is sitting at the very top of Whakapapa Ski Field, looking down at the best playground Mother Nature ever built. During winter, this is my second home and I’m lucky to have a mother who skis as she passed this awesome sport on to all her children. At the age…
10 Perth bars that prove the West Coast is the best coast!
In the past, Perth has been labelled as a ‘boring’ city when compared to those on Australia’s east coast. However, I see it this way: if Melbourne and Sydney are a pair of uber cool hipsters, well then Perth is one of those genuinely awesome people you discover are frickin’ amazing as soon as you…
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…
Things to Do in Byron Bay: Hikes, Hinterland and the Hemsworths
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…
Sydney vs Melbourne: which city suits your style?
First-time visitors to Australia are often posed with a big question: Sydney or Melbourne? If you have to choose, which of the country’s big cities should you prioritise seeing?
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