The drive from Cairns up to Port Douglas and into the Daintree is Australia is one of Australia’s iconic drives. Where two World Heritage areas collide in a mess of rainforest, reef, crocodiles, and beaches that look too good to be real. This weekend road trip hits all the highlights from Friday arvo through Sunday…
The best time to visit Gold Coast is autumn, without a doubt! Spring comes in as a strong runner-up. Both seasons have ideal weather for beach days and outdoor activities, with way fewer crowds to contend with… but autumn is the best choice. We’ll give you 3 reasons why below! Winter has its perks too…
The Gold Coast might be famous for its theme parks and hectic beaches (Surfers Paradise, we see you). But it has SO. MUCH. MORE. We’ve travelled all over Australia while living in our caravan… and South Goldie is the only place we’d genuinely consider settling down. Hopefully after doing this itinerary, you’ll understand why! Now,…
Gold Coast (aka Goldie) is one of the most popular holiday destinations in the country, and no wonder why. We’ve been there a few times and even lived in South Goldie (Currumbin) for a few months. It was incredible, there was always something to do! There are iconic beaches like Surfers Paradise or Burleigh Heads,…
The Scenic Rim isn’t just another spot for a quick escape! It’s a place where you’ll find something new around every corner. It’s in south east Queensland, just over an hour from Brisbane – perfect for a weekend away. But honestly, there’s so much going on there that you’ll want to stay longer. From stunning…
If you’re up for an adrenaline rush and want to see one of Australia’s most incredible yet dangerous creatures up close, crocodile spotting is for you. The best places to see crocodiles in Australia are in the Northern Territory, usually near rivers, billabongs, and other bodies of water. Kununurra in Western Australia and North Queensland…
Most people stop in Thargomindah on their way to Cameron Corner, but there are a few things to do in this modern country town in outback Queensland. It’s nestled in south west Queensland and has the very first hydroelectric power plant in the country! Not bad for a town in the middle of nowhere. There…
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…
