Rising 200 metres above the surrounding plain, Bald Rock is part of a volcanic extrusion of the New England underlying batholith. …At least that’s what I’d say if I were a geologist or a show-off, but it’s easier just to describe it as a gigantic hunk of granite. It’s the largest exposed granite rock in…
I’d been SO looking forward to this long layover. Nothing does it for me quite like sitting in a large airport with nothing particular to do, nowhere particular to go, and no chance of transferring to an earlier flight. …Said no one ever. Most of us underestimate our ability to explore cities during a layover….
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…
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,…
Cameron Corner is one of the few places in Australia where you can stand in 3 states at the same time – the north west corner of NSW, the southwest corner of QLD, and the eastern South Australian border. It’s as remote as it sounds. The nearest town is Tibooburra, a.k.a. the hottest place in…