Lord Howe Island is a true island paradise. It’s known for its world-class snorkelling and hiking, but did you know there’s a cap on visitor numbers? Only 400 tourists are allowed at any given time to protect the fragile ecosystem. Thankfully, this means you’ll never battle any crowds! Although you will have to book everything…
Australia is full of famous off-road locations that every traveller worth their salt knows, like Gibb River Road or Uluru. But away from the spotlight, each state has some secret Aussie hotspots that manage to fly under the radar of most off-road travellers! These are 14 of such hidden gems, written in collaboration with Hema…
This unique place is in the remote Flinders Ranges of South Australia, and everyone who visits it owes the Spriggs a BIG thank you! They turned this rugged landscape into an eco-tourism haven, and we can reap the rewards! We spent 4 days there and left wanting more – and we couldn’t fit everything on…
Salt Creek (South Australia) is a small settlement on the coastal road between Adelaide and Mount Gambier, which gives access to the Limestone Coast. It’s the perfect place to stop along the section of the Princes “Highway” (an overgenerous description) that passes through the Coorong – the longest, thinnest National Park in Australia! Even though…
I’m a lighthouse lover from waaay back. There’s something about those clean lines against the dramatic coastline that makes my shutter-button finger itch! It’s itched so much after all my years road-tripping around Australia, that I’ve ended up with hundreds of lighthouse shots from all over! So I decided to embark on the difficult task…
The Margaret River region is famous worldwide for its wines… No wonder why most of the tours available are wine tours! What about those of us who don’t want a tour ONLY about wine tasting? Or those who simply can’t or don’t want to drink wine (or any other alcoholic beverage)? That’s what this list…
Lions Road is a small drive north of Kyogle, crossing the Border Ranges National Park and connecting New South Wales with Queensland. It’s not some regular drive, though – it’s a whole experience! The landscape along the road is absolutely incredible, but the drive is a bit intense. There are some narrow spots and curves,…
Looking for an epic hike? Mount Abrupt (Mud-Dadjug) in the Grampians National Park should be on your list. This is a steep 6.5 km hike (3.25 one way) to the summit, so it’s not for the faint-hearted. But believe me, the views from the top are absolutely worth it. The trek takes around 2.5 to…
Most wine tours in Margaret River (WA) offer a similar experience – they take you winery-hopping to world-class venues along picturesque vineyards for most of the day. To make matters better (or worse), most have hundreds of excellent reviews and cost around the same. That’s why you must look into the details before choosing a…
Copley and the nearby Leigh Creek are thought of as places to stay while exploring the Flinders Ranges, but they’re vastly underestimated. These hidden gems in South Australia’s outback sit at a 6-hour drive from Adelaide. They offer a unique blend of natural beauty, history, and Aboriginal culture. There are heaps to do – challenging…