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20 Best Sustainable Travel Products to Upgrade your Trip!
With travel changed for the world since 2020, many people are realising how they have taken travel and holidays for granted. Some are attempting smaller getaways or travelling to non Covid hotspot areas, for time out. Why Eco Friendly Travel? We all know travel can sometimes leave a large mark on the environment. Sustainability is also on people’s minds more than ever, with everyone from cafes, small to large businesses, bars, gyms, and public transport embracing an affordable and sustainable approach to their products. With all this in mind, below I have listed 20 top sustainable travel products to consider when planning your next road trip, vacation or getaway. Save…
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‘Why do Australians do that weird voice?’ and other funny questions
Searching online for Australian trivia, I realized: Some people overseas are still VERY confused regarding Australian facts, and especially ‘Australian slang’ 😊 As I spiralled down a Twitter hole of fascinating Australian questions, I thought id assist in setting some of the facts straight. Pin for later 📌 Some have no idea what or where we are: Many think we have dangerous animals constantly preying on us: The old classic ‘Do Australians ride Kangaroos’? This is funny to Australians, as the chance of riding a Kangaroo is similar to betting money on a Cane Toad race. I take that back, Cane Toad racing in Queensland is a very real thing!…
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Train travel tips for Australia (All you need to know!)
Deciding how to travel Australia’s long distances isn’t easy. Are you heading from A to B, or interested in the scenery and taking in the journey along the way, on your train travel in Australia? What’s your time limit, if you have one? Aside from a road trip by car along the Australian coastline or through the middle of the country, one of the best ways to travel is by train. Trains are an affordable, comfortable option on long distances and often a safe option on long journeys. The Train trips Australia offers are Metro city trains, regional trains, and signature scenic country trains are all options for train travel…
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10 Irresistible items I would purchase for a Summer Holiday with endless money!
Lately, I have wondered: ‘Which travel essentials for a holiday would I buy if I had endless money?Many of us dream of what we would do with millions of dollars. I usually aim for bargain travel essentials for a holiday, to include on my holiday packing list, and to save money for other holiday expenses. But what if you were given an endless shopping fund to spend on things to bring on vacation? What would be at the top of your list? Below I have indulged and listed my top 10 travel essentials for a holiday if money wasn’t an issue 😊 Pin for later! My Top 10 travel essentials…
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The Very Best Free Camping in NSW, Australia
Many of us are on a budget but still love to have adventures and live life to the fullest. The good news is if we are keen travellers, there are many options to stick to a budget and keep the costs down. Road Trips are increasingly popular in Australia, especially with international travel restrictions in place in 2021. Even better, there are plenty of free camping spots throughout Australia. In this post I am focusing on Free Camping in New South Wales. NSW current travel rules let you travel in and out of the city. The climate is that bit warmer than Victoria, and not as intense as QLD, which…
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What to Expect on an AmazingCo Mystery Picnic in Melbourne
My boyfriend and I did the AmazingCo Mystery Picnic in the Royal Botanic Gardens in Melbourne on Anzac day 2021. If you’re searching for something fun and different to do, the AmazingCo Mystery Picnic experience is highly recommended, ideal for a date (maybe 3rd date or after!) or a small group. Pin for later 🙂 The self-guided food tour sends cryptic clues to your phone, leading you to collect your picnic ingredients (with the option of revealing the answer whenever you prefer!). There are no additional costs on the day, as everything is covered in the online booking. Every AmazingCo Mystery Picnic is designed and influenced by each area, and…
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40 Best backpacks for travel in Australia
Travelling Australia usually brings to mind road trips, beach fun, backpacking and hiking. With a land this rich in natural experiences, every traveller who is planning to travel in Australia this way will need top quality equipment, even if only a backpack. There are thousands of backpacks to choose from, and the main thing is to decide which is the best option for you, when considering your budget, mode of travel, destinations and length of your trip. Pin for later 🙂 Before you head out to buy a backpack, you may want to ask yourself some questions: What size will you need? Will you have a laptop or tablet? Who…
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15 Budget Travel Essentials for your best trip ever
15 BUDGET TRAVEL ESSENTIALS FOR YOUR BEST TRIP EVER If you’re like me, you love to travel, but anything which makes it easier along the way is very welcome. Aside from the fun aspects of adventure, it is sometimes tiring travelling and we all need to be practical with items which will assist us along our way. Whether heading on an Australian beach holiday, ticking off your overseas travel checklist, or venturing into a city for a couple of nights out, making note of these travel essentials for women and men of all ages, will save you time and energy on your journey. Make your holiday packing list easier with…
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How to take advantage of the half price flights in Australia 2021
How to take advantage of the half price flights in Australia 2021? Most of us have heard that the Australian Government is providing 50% subsidies for Domestic Air Travel within Australia, accessible from April 1st 2021. Approximately 46,000 half-price air fares will be on sale weekly via Qantas, Virgin and Jetstar, available for booking from April 1st until 31 July 2021 for Australian domestic travel between 1st May until 30th September. Pin for later! What’s the catch? There are some details you need to know. Approximately 800,000 half price flights in Australia, will be available for purchase, as part of a $1.2 billion package to support tourism by the Australian…
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Best tips to drive from Adelaide to Melbourne
The drive from Adelaide to Melbourne could be done in a single day or broken up over as many days as you wish. The 8 hour Melbourne to Adelaide drive time is taken inland, and is the shortest way to drive from Adelaide to Melbourne. The longer scenic route Melbourne to Adelaide drive time is 12 hours, along the Great Ocean Road. Pin for later 🙂 The inland route on the Adelaide to Melbourne drive itinerary, takes you from Adelaide, along the National highway through Murray bridge, Bordertown, Horsham, Stawell, (nearby to The Grampians), Ballarat and on through to Melbourne. This journey is pretty straight forward, unless you decide to…
