The Australian outback is one of the world’s last true wildernesses. It is a huge, desert terrain that stretches out over most of the country. It’s one of the globe’s most extreme climates, with temperatures topping 50 degrees Celsius, little rainfall, barren landscapes and plenty of red dirt. I find there to be something unexplainably […]
Category Archives: Australasia
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Once you’ve explored Australia’s great beaches, seen the Sydney Opera House and the laneways of Melbourne, and maybe done a west coast road trip, your sights will most probably move to the middle of the country. Uluru is synonymous with the outback, and once you’ve been in the country for a few months you’ll have […]
All Destinations, Asia, Australasia, Bali, Eco Travel, Packing Lists, Plan Your Trip
Travelling with Carry On Luggage Only in Asia: A How-To Guide
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One of my best sustainable travel tips is to pack less, because less items means reduced fuel emissions on transport. It also means favouring solid, package-free toiletries over weighty bottles. And guess what? Sustainable travel is often also cheap travel, and travelling in this way could save you a ton of money. I hate […]
All Destinations, Australasia, Australia, Budget Travel
Melbourne on a Budget: How to visit the city with no money
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Dec
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Australia is expensive, that’s a fact. Melbourne is one of the most expensive places on this huge island, and also one of the places where you can’t get away with a lot of money saving techniques that help out when road tripping or staying in other parts of Australia (like using WikiCamps to find free […]
Accomodation Guides, Australasia, Australia, Plan Your Trip
The Best Hostels in Byron Bay for Backpackers and Holidayers
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If you know me in person, or have been following my blog for the last year and a half, you’ll know that I kind of got obsessed with the beautiful town of Byron Bay in northern New South Wales, Australia. I lived in this whacky and wonderful town for five months, and it’s somewhere I […]
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Darwin to Adelaide Drive Itinerary
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Planning a trip through the Red Centre? Featuring the tropical city of Darwin and the top end’s many national parks, Uluru which is the world’s largest rock and the otherworldly terrain of South Australia’s desert, the Darwin to Adelaide road trip is one of Australia’s most loved road odysseys. There’s several detours to reach different […]
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Free Camping in Australia: A How-To Guide
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Ask nearly anyone who’s been to Australia, and they’ll no doubt talk about the gorgeous beaches, amazing national parks, BBQs on the beach, and laid back lifestyle. “But”, they’ll warn you, “save up a lot of money. It’s expensive.” I’ve been here for over a year now – and I just don’t get it. Sure, […]
Accomodation Guides, All Destinations, Australasia, Australia, Plan Your Trip
The Best Hostels in Sydney for First Time Travellers to Australia
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Heading to Australia this year? Travellers’ first point of call is often New South Wales’ capital, Sydney. Famed for its Opera House, beautiful beaches and busy city atmosphere, Sydney is a where a lot of travellers finish and start their journeys – and many stay a bit longer to live and work. Sydney is not […]
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So you’ve finally plucked up the courage to go on that Australian road trip you’ve been talking about. Whether you’re driving across the Nullarbor or traversing the Gibb River Road, you’re most likely going to be driving thousands of kilometres and will want some musical entertainment. Don’t worry fam, we got you. Here’s 10 amazing […]
All Destinations, Australasia, Australia
The Gibb River Road: Driving Tips, What to Take and Where to Camp
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The Gibb River Road is one of a kind. Its 660 kilometre track traverses the wild Kimberley region of Western Australia, which is known as ‘Australia’s last frontier’, passing by some of Australia’s (and maybe the worlds’!) most spectacular waterfalls, gorges and swimming holes. The Gibb River Road feels a little like a fairytale; where else […]