The real Australia is out of the cities. Whilst places like Sydney and Melbourne are great, the highlight of any trip to Oz are its natural wonders- the wildlife, the Great Barrier Reef, the thousands of beaches, and beautiful bush. Western Australia is about as far away as you can get- Perth is even known … Continue reading The Ultimate Guide to 7 Days Road Tripping Western Australia
Growing up in small town Pennsylvania, travelling to Australia seemed like a dream trip. So far from the United States, I imagined if I ever made it there, I’d need to see and do everything possible in only a week or two. In reality, I was fortunate to have nearly two months to road trip … Continue reading A ‘Once in a Lifetime’ Two Week Trip to Australia
Cairns is perfectly situated on Australia’s eastern coast. Far up in north Queensland, it overlooks the marine wonder that is the Great Barrier Reef, and the tropical climates of the Daintree Rainforest. Queensland seems to have it all- idyllic islands, ancient rainforest, wildlife experiences that cue Australia, and of course, the Great Barrier Reef. One … Continue reading 72 Hours in Cairns, Australia: Where Rainforest Meets Reef
No one, it seems, is immune to the magic of Byron Bay. With a town slogan of: Cheer up, slow down, chill out- Byron has a reputation completely unique to anywhere else in Australia. With beautiful coastline, perfect weather, close proximity to the hinterland, and a distinct boho vibe, there’s no arguing Byron is a … Continue reading Everything to Know About Visiting Australia’s Hidden Gem, Byron Bay
Melbourne. Voted the world’s most liveable city several times over. Endless vibrant street art. A not to be messed with coffee culture. A trendy, international food scene. Oodles of cafes churning out bomb diggity smashed avo toast. A buzzing cultural scene with loads of art and music events. Plus, beautiful beachfront and rolling mountains within … Continue reading Everything You Must See & Do in Melbourne, Australia
Envisioning a visit to Melbourne, I pictured drinking loads of flat whites, having avo toast for brekkie daily, road tripping the Great Ocean Road, and wandering the city in search of vibrant, street art. When friends of ours, who live in Melbourne, suggested we take a day trip to the Yarra Valley together, one of … Continue reading A Day Winery Hopping in One of Australia’s Best Wine Regions, The Yarra Valley
Sydney has a visual wow factor that compares to few other cities. It’s the kind of place where surfers and renowned chefs vye for the same produce at the local farmers markets, where people spend each weekend at the beach, and where homes with water views abound. As one of the biggest cities in Oz, … Continue reading The Ultimate Guide to Sun-Soaked Sydney
When you picture Sydney, chances are you envision the opera house, Harbour Bridge, or gorgeous beaches. Not too many first time visitors are drawn to the city for its hiking trails. Sydneysiders will tell you otherwise though- there are dozens of walking and hiking trails in Sydney, and the area around the city. And, many … Continue reading 3 Can’t Miss Coastal Walks in Sydney
It’s no secret Australians have mastered coffee- from pour over to lattes, it’s hard to go wrong. In case you haven’t already heard, sunny Sydney’s brews are some of the best in the world. Everyone rates Melbourne for their coffee scene, and while it was ace, Sydney certainly didn’t leave anything to be desired. But, … Continue reading The Best Cafes in Sydney to Sit & Sip
Tropical north Queensland, where rainforest meets reef. Queensland has it all- idyllic islands, ancient rainforest, wildlife experiences that cue Australia, and of course, the Great Barrier Reef. One of the top activities we were excited for, planning our road trip around Oz? Diving the Great Barrier Reef. For both of is, it was a major … Continue reading Checking Off a Major Bucket List Item: Diving the Great Barrier Reef
