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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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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…
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Gorgeous Australian Beach Wallpapers for inspiration!
You’ll adore these gorgeous Australian Beach Wallpapers for inspiration! Simply hold down the picture to save the image or take a screenshot. These wallpapers are perfect for iphone 12 wallpapers, iphone 12 pro max wallpaper, and all wallpaper backgrounds. These are some of the best Australian beach backgrounds for free download 🙂 Let me know in the comments, if you have saved any of these 10 gorgeous Australian beach wallpapers!
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8 Top weekend getaways in Victoria (you hadn’t thought of!)
Whether you’re tired of the beaches in Melbourne, and searching for the best weekend getaways in Victoria, when on a road trip, or searching for romantic getaways in Victoria, here are 8 top alternative weekend getaways to consider when weighing up your options. A list to be used as a go to guide, when looking for holiday destinations in Victoria, which aren’t booked out, yet are as gorgeous and relaxing, destined to provide a relaxing weekend getaway whenever needed, even if sometimes at short notice. Pin for later 🙂 In November 2020, travel restrictions are lifting in Australia. Are you sweating it out online fighting for a weekend away in…
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The Best and The Worst Tourist Attractions in Australia
Australia has some damn fine tourist attractions. From the world renowned (Sydney Opera House in New South Wales to Uluru in Central Australia), to the lesser known (secluded beach destinations and off the beaten track road trips), it’s not surprising that travellers sometimes choose to fly up to 2 days to visit this unforgettable country. As an Australian (born and bred in Victoria), I thought i’d list some of the best tourist attractions and some of the worst tourist attractions in this nation, including an ultimate list of Australia’s ‘BIG THINGS’, famous beaches, and some of the tourist traps to avoid. Please note, these are my personal opinions, and to…
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10 Best vacation books to read on your next holiday!
When wondering what to read on vacation I usually take into consideration the need to relax (usually by a pool or on the beach!) with a light but captivating page turner. Whether you’ve been wondering ‘What books should I read in 2020?’ or ‘What books should I read this summer?’ this list includes the best book inspiration for your next vacation, from well known best vacation books and good reads to personal favorites. Pin for later! 🙂 1 The Dry by Jane Harper The Dry was the first book I read in forced lockdown in March 2020, and is the current top of my list of best vacation books. A…
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7 Life Changing Road Trips in Australia!
HOW TO ROAD TRIP AUSTRALIA Road Trips are very popular in Australia, which is no surprise due to the size of the country, stunning long stretches of desert, beaches, mountains and the necessary travel between cities. Whether your Australian travel bucket list includes the East Coast Australia road trip, a Queensland road trip, a road trip to Adelaide from Melbourne, Western Australia road trip, or any one of the ultimate road trips Australia has to offer, this guide will assist with best tips for planning a road trip in Australia. Here are 7 Life Changing Road Trips in Australia to add to your future Australian road trip itinerary. Pin for…
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Top 12 Bucket List activities in Australia!
If you’re from Australia, or have been meaning to visit for some time, it’s often easy to get overwhelmed with deciding which activities to prioritise and knowing which experiences you should focus on. These Australia Bucket list ideas are a starting point for backpackers and travelers who are searching for incredible experiences and absorbing the real culture of Australia, and are planning their ultimate bucket list in life! Pin for later! 🙂 This post is also an ultimate bucket list for families and groups visiting Australia in the future, once travel restrictions have lifted. *Note, if you are postponing your trip to Australia for a future date, this list is…
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15 Secret Beaches in Australia (you must visit!)
Australia is known for its incredible beaches, that’s not new information to anyone. But if you’re visiting from another country or an unfamiliar area from another state, how to know where the uncrowded best secret beaches are? Pin for later 🙂 Born and bred in Melbourne, I have visited some of the super busy and best destinations of Noosa, Sydney, the general East Coast, Southern Victoria and Western Australia. I’ve also come across and been told some of the quietest, untouched and stunning, secret beaches in different states. Here are some examples of secluded, secret beaches or incomparable beach getaways in Australia. Secret Beaches in WESTERN AUSTRALIA 15. Cape Laveque,…
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8 Best Reasons to Visit Byron Bay, Australia
A spiritual and unique place to visit, Byron Bay, Australia has always been a destination for curious travellers. Since my first holiday to Byron in early 1996, I have returned countless times, with friends and family. I also lived in Byron Bay, northern NSW as an escape from Melbourne for 2 months in the late 90’s, alternating between serving coffee in a local café, surfing and generally re-evaluating life. The quieter beaches seem like paradise every time on arrival, and the diversity of intermingled cultures provide ultimate people watching opportunities. Snapshots and snippets of different cultures and backgrounds in the busier streets of Byron never fail to surprise. Pin for…
