Sydney, or Australia for that matter, is not the type of place where you expect rain… loads of rain. Unfortunately, this past year has been one of the wettest in decades, and that means any would-be traveler to Sydney may have to deal a little bit here and there with a drizzle or downpour. Just this last week, many Sydney […]
This guest post is brought to you by Rachael Taft from Girl, Unmapped, a girl who has been living in Australia for the past year. She’s put together this amazing piece on what exactly there is to do and see if you’re driving out across the Nullarbor, one of the most unique experiences you can have in Australia. Enjoy! Many […]
Oh, Canberra. You’ve got it quite rough from tourists, but especially from locals who seem to wonder why it would ever be on anyone’s Australia itinerary. It certainly doesn’t have a big party scene, or hot beaches to laze away on, but it does have the charms and merits needed to warrant a stop. It is, after all, the nation’s […]
The Gold Coast, to me, is more than just miles of beautiful coastline and beaches. It’s a place where grown-ups are able to unwind and really go a little crazy (in a good way) if they so desire. While not quite as wild as Vegas, the nightlife is definitely one of the draws to this beachy getaway, and there will […]
Only 3% of visitors to Australia make it to the country’s southern island state, of which Hobart is the capital. Those who do take the trip (either by ferry or plane, usually from Melbourne) are rewarded with beautiful nature and some of Australia’s most luscious scenery. A third of the island is part of a World Heritage preservation area. Because […]
Darwin is a much smaller city, with only about 125,000 people, far up in the Northern Territory. The climate is tropical, the buildings are modern, and the setting is unforgettable. A multicultural vibe is only natural seeing how this city is a hub between Australia and Asia, yet the small size takes this generally big city feature down to a […]
Being on the far side of Australia, Perth is often left off of many travelers’ itineraries. However, those that are lucky enough to make it to this secluded city in Western Australia (I suggest a flight for time’s sake, but the Indian Pacific train is another option) have a number of options for things to do, such as visiting animal […]
Often confused by tourists as the country’s capital, Sydney is definitely the biggest and most visited city in Australia. It seems to offer a bit of everything that is Australia, from the beautiful weather and beaches to the animals and amazing people. A stop-over in Sydney is almost unavoidable by many travelers since it does catch the brunt of most […]
Located scattered off the central Queensland coast, the Whitsunday islands are characterized by azure/turquoise blue waters, coral flowerbeds, sandy beaches and lush, green topped islands popping above the sea. With beautiful scenery, access to the southern portion of the Great Barrier Reef, and a tropical climate that’s pleasant and warm year-round, it is no wonder why sailing trips around the […]
Often when people think of Australian metropolises they conjure up images of the Opera House in Sydney, the arts and music scene in Melbourne and the Pacific Ocean views of Darwin. But what about Brisbane? There are no world renowned landmarks, distinct reputations or notorious historical events. So what exactly is there to see in this small city? Brisbane is […]
