Located between 75 and 90 minutes by train from downtown Melbourne, Ballarat is the state of Victoria's largest inland community (visiting during December, check out the u-pick cherry orchards in Bacchus Marsh - a rail stop on the way to Ballarat). Known for its gold mines, Ballarat has a very 'western' feel. Gold was first discovered in the area in 1851 and like other gold strikes around the planet, this region was soon flooded with miners - … [Read more...]
6 Reasons Why You Should Try Hiking
For those that haven't done it before, hiking can seem a little intimidating. You're out in the wilderness walking for an extensive period of time and don't have access to certain luxuries (including a bathroom). However, while you may not initially believe it, it's a lot more enjoyable than you may think and has many benefits. Below, we are going to discuss six reasons why you should try hiking - Interested in learning more? Let's get … [Read more...]
What to Spend Money on Your Trip
There are lots of things to spend less money on. For example, buy clothes on sale, place the lowest bets in PlayAmo Australia, or get a family membership on Netflix. But when you travel, you should increase your budget. And these are things to spend your money on. Flight If you can afford to fly business class, don't fly … [Read more...]
4 Transformative Travel Ideas for the Whole Family
The world is a wondrous place just waiting to be explored, so it would be a shame to leave out our naturally curious kids when we travel. In many ways, kids are geared for travel and adventure. In fact, studies show that travel can be extremely beneficial to a child's development. Now more than ever, parents are opting to bring the kids along for vacation and they rave about the experiences. Traveling with the whole family facilitates rich … [Read more...]
Alternative Destinations to Las Vegas
Whether it's a roll of the dice, a flip of a card, a last-second buzzer-beater, or a pull of the slot handle, heading out for a weekend in Las Vegas can be a thrilling experience. There's nothing quite like the bright lights, atmosphere, and overall vibe of America's Sin City. Believe it or not, there are places worldwide that give Las Vegas a run for its money. If you're getting tired of the desert scenery in America, check out these four … [Read more...]
6 Exciting Additions to the “Smithsonian of the West”
With 17 diverse museums, 16 beautiful gardens, the world-famous San Diego Zoo, Tony Award®-winning Old Globe theater and more, San Diego’s Balboa Park provides visitors dozens of different experiences unlike other city parks. Often referred to as the “Smithsonian of the West” due to its large number of museums, this National Historic Landmark near downtown San Diego spans 1,200 acres, beating out both New York City’s Central Park and San … [Read more...]
The Ultimate New Zealand Road Trip
2020 has been about as disastrous a year as you could imagine from a travel perspective. Let’s be honest, even as things gradually start returning to some approximation of normality, the idea of jumping on and off planes is still not the most attractive one right now. Yet in the face of adversity comes opportunity, and one thing that many of us have been able to do this year is to explore different types of travel, perhaps taking a closer look at … [Read more...]
A Week in Guadalcanal: Notes from the Solomon Islands
Where are the Solomon Islands? This country is located in the Coral Sea close to Papua New Guinea and about a 3 hour flight north east of Brisbane Australia. Typically not a cheap destination, either flights, hotels, car rental or food (which in our experiences, was basic and bland). Known as the 'hapi isles' for its friendly people, for its marine life, and significant World War II history. The main airport is in Honiara, the capital city. I … [Read more...]
7 reasons to visit McLaren Vale
Every region of Australia offers something unique to tourists. One of the best places to visit in South Australia is the town of McLaren Vale. It has a number of attractions including some of the region’s oldest wineries and breweries along with breathtaking landscapes. Here are seven reasons why you should plan your next trip to this beautiful town: 1. Fantastic Wine McLaren Vale is the oldest wine-producing region in southern … [Read more...]
Travelling and living in Melbourne, Australia
Several years ago I spent a year travelling and living in Melbourne, Australia. One of Australia's great cities - it is not to big and not to small either. And I was attracted to the friendly people; it wasn't hard to make new friends at all. My time in the country was quite an adventure - living in a new place with new sights, sounds, and experiences. It did remind me of my time in Canada a little bit - with numerous similarities between … [Read more...]
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