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
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The Ultimate Guide to Sun-Soaked Sydney
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
3 Can’t Miss Coastal Walks in 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
The Best Cafes in Sydney to Sit & Sip
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
72 Hours in Cairns, Australia: Where Rainforest Meets Reef
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
Checking Off a Major Bucket List Item: Diving the Great Barrier Reef
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
Exploring Brissy, An Unexpected, But Much Loved Visit to A Cool Aussie City
Ah, Brissy, a city full of Australians. Aussies oft refer to Brisbane as Brissy, named for the Brisbane River that runs through it. Australia's third largest city, behind Sydney and Melbourne, Brisbane is where people say you should visit if you're out to visit a true Aussie city. Experiencing an average of 300 days of … Continue reading Exploring Brissy, An Unexpected, But Much Loved Visit to A Cool Aussie City
An Afternoon in Aussie Paradise: Exploring the Best of Noosa
Noosa, a small town along the Sunshine Coast, was one of our favourite, albeit brief, stops in Oz. Originally planning our two month road trip around the country, Noosa wasn't even on our radar as a place to stop. Not because it's not magical and worthy of a visit, but because we didn't think we'd … Continue reading An Afternoon in Aussie Paradise: Exploring the Best of Noosa
Everything to Know About Visiting Australia’s Hidden Gem, Byron Bay
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
The Best of Byron’s Bohemian Cafes
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 The Best of Byron’s Bohemian Cafes