The Great Ocean Road is an iconic stretch of highway that hugs the southern coastline of Australia. You can cover it in one epic day trip, or take your time and do the drive over multiple days. There are so many incredible viewpoints – some are well known, others not so much – but there … Read more
One of our regular jobs in Australia is as relief managers for an “Over ’50s” gated community of 250 houses at Kingscliff. Did I hear you say “Where?” You may not have heard of Kingscliff. It seems the Brisbane locals like to keep it a secret to themselves. They can enjoy a great beach weekend or … Read more
Everyone has heard of the famous Surfers Paradise Beach and everyone loves to holiday on the Gold Coast in Queensland Australia. If you love sunshine, miles and miles of squeaky white sand surf beaches, an amazing range of cafes, bars, and nightclubs, great shopping, and exciting theme parks, you’ll love the Gold Coast. But wait! … Read more
Far North Queensland has two major tourist towns; Port Douglas and Cairns. We opted to stay in Port Douglas due to the proximity to the Daintree Rainforest, and the generally laid-back atmosphere. We also had recommendations from friends that this was the best place to see the Great Barrier Reef. Having just come from Hamilton … Read more
Hamilton Island is a simple package holiday kind of destination and one of the most popular gateways to the Great Barrier Reef. It is part of a cluster of islands called The Whitsundays, and you could stay at any one of them and have a similar experience. It is a very touristy place and you … Read more
When planning our North Queensland getaway we couldn’t decide whether to go to Hamilton Island or Port Douglas. So we thought why not go to both and get the most complete experience possible? But the distance between the two is huge and we couldn’t find any good transport options to get from one to the … Read more
Mudgee is a destination that is quickly gaining popularity as a premier wine region. It is a perfect place for a romantic long weekend getaway, or a fun boozy trip with a group of friends. It is a manageable 3.5 hour drive from Sydney’s CBD and can easily be added on to a number of … Read more
Melbourne is a world class city with a huge list of fun activities to engage in. It is best known for being a cultural hub and foodies paradise with museums, galleries, quirky restaurants, and quality coffee on every corner. The streets show off a unique blend of old colonial architecture dating back to the 1800s, … Read more
In Sydney, we are really spoiled for choice when it comes to walking tracks with water views. Australians generally like to lead active lifestyles so many of the high profile sites have established walking tracks woven into the landscape. Sydney Harbour runs deep into the city and you can find walking trails on the north … Read more
Sydney Harbour Bridge is the single most recognizable landmark in Australia… Well, aside from the Opera House right next to it. Finding the perfect viewing point is at the top of the to do list for many Sydney visitors, but most do not venture past the area immediately between the bridge and the Opera House. … Read more