Australia
Australia the country with everything. Long drives, coastal towns, and landscapes as varied as they come. In this section, I share the places I explored, the experiences that stood out, and the things I learned along the way — from slow travel moments to practical tips I picked up on the road.
The Best eSIM for Australia (After 2 Months of Testing): SimLocal Review
If you’re travelling Australia and trying to work out which eSIM actually works, I’ll save you some time: coverage matters more here than anywhere else I’ve travelled. I spent two months travelling around Australia and used SimLocal the entire time. I chose it for one specific reason — it was the only eSIM I could find that used both the Telstra and Optus…
Drop Bear Adventures 3D2N K’gari Tour Review: My Honest Experience
If you’re travelling the east coast of Australia, chances are K’gari is already on your list. It’s often described as the highlight (I discuss whether it actually was here) but choosing the right tour company makes all the difference. I did the 3 day, 2 night K’gari tour with Drop Bear Adventures, and this is my honest…
Backpacking the East Coast of Australia: Was A K’gari Tour Really the Highlight of My Trip?
Everyone says that when you travel the east coast of Australia, a K’gari tour is the highlight. The one thing you’ll look back on and say, that was it. So when my 3 day, 2 night K’gari tour with Drop Bear Adventures finally came around, it felt like a big moment — the moment I found out whether…
East Coast Australia Hostel Reviews: What’s Actually Worth Booking
If you’re backpacking Australia’s East Coast, choosing the right hostel can literally make or break your trip. After travelling from Melbourne up to Cairns and back south all the way to Sydney through Byron Bay, Brisbane, Noosa, Airlie Beach, Magnetic Island, I stayed in a LOT of hostels — some lived up to the hype……
Backpacking Australia: My Ultimate East Coast Itinerary
Australia’s east coast is a dream for backpackers: vibrant cities, tropical islands, stunning beaches, and national parks. I spent seven weeks travelling from Melbourne up to Cairns, down through Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast, Byron Bay, and finishing in Sydney, and this is my full east coast Australia itinerary — complete with tips, transport advice, personal stories,…
Scenic Flight Over the Whitsundays & Great Barrier Reef from Airlie Beach (Is It Worth It?)
If you’re visiting Airlie Beach whilst on a trip to Australia and trying to decide whether a scenic flight over the Whitsundays and the Great Barrier Reef is worth the money — the short answer is yes, absolutely. This 60-minute scenic flight ended up being one of the most memorable experiences of my entire Australia trip.…
Great Ocean Road Day Trip from Melbourne: The Best Tour for Solo Travellers
If you’re solo travelling Australia and only have one week in Melbourne, fitting in the Great Ocean Road can feel overwhelming. Renting a car, planning routes, and committing multiple days isn’t always realistic — especially if you’re travelling alone. That’s exactly why I chose to book a Great Ocean Road day tour from Melbourne, and honestly? It was one of the…
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