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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All Destinations, Asia, Japan, Overland Itineraries, Plan Your Trip
Two Week Japan Itinerary : Explore the Oriental Country by Rail
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Sep
Sep
With its relatively small land size and incredible high-speed trains, Japan is an ideal destination to explore if you enjoy overland transit. There are many reasons to visit Japan: From ancient temples and shrines to ultra-modern hotels and cutting-edge technology Japan is quirky, fascinating and manages to blend past and present together so beautifully. Any […]
All Destinations, Overland Itineraries, Peru, Plan Your Trip, South America
The Ultimate 2 Weeks in Peru Itinerary
13
Sep
Sep
Peru is at the top of many travellers’ South America bucket list and for good reason. You could easily spend months absorbing the culture, but if you only have two weeks in Peru, you’ll have time to experience some of the best parts of the country. Home to ancient sites such as Machu Picchu, natural […]
All Destinations, Australasia, Australia, Overland Itineraries, Plan Your Trip
Broome to Darwin Drive Itinerary (via the Gibb River Road)
07
Sep
Sep
There’s two ways you can do the Broome to Darwin drive. One’s via the highway, which has some nice stops but is a little bit bland. Or, you can say yes to adventure, stock up the 4WD with spare tyres and a puncture repair kit, and brave the Gibb River Road. The best part of […]
Arriving into Kuala Lumpur wasn’t my finest hour. My plane was delayed, it took hours to get through customs, I turned down an offer of splitting a grab taxi because ‘I like public transport’ – cut to an hour later, where I’m standing outside a shut Monorail office, in the dark in a city where […]
All Destinations, Australasia, Australia, Overland Itineraries, Plan Your Trip
Perth to Broome Drive Itinerary
30
Aug
Aug
Western Australia… it’s somewhere pretty special. So many travellers favour the east coast, but I’m here to prove to you that a Perth to Broome road trip should be on your Australian bucket list, without a shadow of a doubt! So once you’ve sorted your mode of transport – whether that be a rental car […]
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Jul
Jul
Travelling is great for a lot of things. Open-mindedness, confidence, education.. travel is in many ways the greatest teacher and biggest personality builder. But one thing travel isn’t naturally amazing for is the environment. From the actual act of travelling, to staying in hotels and making use of their often detrimental services, to creating the […]
All Destinations, Australasia, Australia, Overland Itineraries, Plan Your Trip
Melbourne to Perth Drive Itinerary
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May
May
Do you fancy driving across a whole continent? This Melbourne to Perth drive itinerary will take you to all the best spots along the bottom of Australia, and can be part of a larger road trip around Australia or a standalone trip to get you from east to west. The Melbourne to Perth road trip […]
All Destinations, Australasia, Australia, Plan Your Trip, Working Abroad
How to find Jobs in Byron Bay
07
Apr
Apr
Living in Byron Bay is like living in a fantasy. The small town is constantly buzzing with unique and interesting people, love is given in abundance and the weather is generally beautiful. Byron Bay is in many ways the epitome of Australian living; with surfing, beautiful beaches and a chilled out vibe. Many people visit […]
All Destinations, Asia, China, Overland Itineraries, Overland Travel, Plan Your Trip, train travel
A Complete Guide to Train Travel in China
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Mar
Mar
China is a fantastic place for more adventurous travellers. There’s no specific tourist path through the country, no shuttles transporting people to each destination, and very few bars and restaurants catered especially for backpackers. Because of all of this, China can seem a little daunting; and the question of how to get around is just […]