Voted ‘most liveable city’ time and time again, it’s no wonder that tourists flock to Melbourne, Australia. Nearly everyone will find their perfect attractions and adventures in this dynamic city that truly keeps on giving; it’s a one-of-a-kind place. If it’s your first time in Melbourne, you might be wondering what the heck it is […]
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That mysterious island at the bottom of the world has been where I’ve spent most of my travel time over the last few years. Australia’s a special place, and I’d recommend anyone travel there. Thecountry’s got it all; rainforest, desert, ancient Aboriginal sites, modern cities, beaches, scorching heat and even ski slopes. And I haven’t even started on the laid-back lifestyle, the coffee, and the road trips. There’s so many incredible reasons to visit Australia. Shall we begin?
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There’s nowhere on earth quite like Australia. I’d argue that no other country has quite the same diversity of terrain – which ranges from tropical rainforest, to barren outback, to alpine peaks – and makes for some pretty spectacular hikes, viewpoints and photo opportunities. Australia is renowned for its glorious beaches, but it also excels […]
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12 Things to Know Before Going on a Road Trip around Australia
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Apr
Apr
There’s nowhere quite as perfect for road tripping as Australia. Its size means that you really feel like you’ve achieved something by driving from north to south or east to west; but there are enough stops on each road trip route to keep you inspired. It’s a perfect way of travel for those who want […]
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Imagine the scene: You’ve been driving along a highway for four hours with nothing but barren outback to gaze at out the window. The last point of interest was the South Australia state border, some four hours to the north – and the last time you went through a town was 687 kilometres away in […]
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Your Complete Australia Packing List: For Any State and Climate
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Mar
G’day! Are you venturing to Australia sometime soon and are confused about what to bring? I’m here to answer all of your woes with this Australia packing list. Whether you’re hiking in Tasmania or tanning in Queensland, this list of what to take to Australia can be fully customisable for you. Firstly, I recommend some […]
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A Perfect Itinerary for Australia’s Victoria Road Trip
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Mar
A Victoria road trip is one of the most popular trips in Australia, especially if you’re living in Melbourne. Although the state is compact, it has some impressive natural beauty that is easily accessible from the state capital. Encompassing the spectacular coastline of the Great Ocean Road, over to the enthralling diversity of the Grampians […]
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Backpacking Australia? Here’s Everything You’ll Need to Know
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Feb
G’day mate! Are you backpacking Australia sometime soon? Fantastic life choice- the land down under is a wonderful place to visit. I spent a year and a half there, driving around near enough the whole country, and I’d return in a heartbeat if I could. Australia is a great country for first time backpackers to […]
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Australian Survival Kit: Gifts for Someone Travelling to Australia
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Feb
Feb
Do you know someone who’s soon to head to the great land down under? If you want to get them a gift before they go, an Australian survival kit is a fantastic idea. This list of gifts for someone travelling to Australia has some great ideas for both serious and novelty presents; just pick and […]
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East Coast Australia Road Trip Itinerary and Ultimate Guide
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Jan
Show-stopping beaches, charismatic little towns, eden-like national parks and unforgettable adrenalin filled activities mean it’s no wonder why the east coast of Australia is one of the world’s most popular travel destinations. And it’s all relatively easy to explore; you just need a vehicle or a coach pass, a chunk of time (I’d recommend 6-8 […]
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Adelaide to Cairns Drive Itinerary – via the Great Inland Way
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The Adelaide to Cairns drive is not your obvious Australian road trip. When I told people that I’d decided to drive 3,000 kilometres through the Australian outback on my own, 98% of them thought, to put it politely, that I’d lost the plot. I thought I’d lost it a long time ago, but admittedly driving […]