Featherdale Wildlife Park was one of the highlights of our trip to Sydney. Towards the end of our day trip to the blue mountains, and following a long yet informative documentary about kangaroos, we arrived at Featherdale Wildlife Park. We beat the queue because we were part of a larger … [Read more...] about Featherdale Wildlife Park’s Furry Citizens
Quick Things to do in Leura
If you're planning a trip to the Blue Mountains you might find it useful to look at a few things to do in Leura. Leura is a picturesque township, and many a day tour to the Blue Mountains will stop by. Depending on your tour operator, you may find yourself with a little extra … [Read more...] about Quick Things to do in Leura
My Blue Mountains Day Trip
I've wanted to go on a Blue Mountains day trip since I was a young lad. And, it's hardly a secret that I enjoy a guided tour now and then. Something is relieving about having someone else plan out your day so you can relax and enjoy it all. On a recent trip to Sydney, I decided to help Nic out of … [Read more...] about My Blue Mountains Day Trip
Lepe Beach on D-Day
It's been 75 years since D-Day, where Lepe Beach played a significant role. In honour of such an important historic occasion, I've opted to skip ahead to a relevant part of my most recent road trip. How do you pronounce Lepe? You pronounce Lepe the same way as leap. I wouldn't want you reading … [Read more...] about Lepe Beach on D-Day
A Spring Stonehenge Day Trip
I've been planning to organise a Stonehenge day trip for a couple of years. It's been on my bucket list since I was younger. Stonehenge is one of the original seven wonders of the world. It's a rather prestigious title to hold, shared with some of the most magnificent structures on the planet. … [Read more...] about A Spring Stonehenge Day Trip
My Top 30 Best Travel Accessories for 2020!
Anyone that travels regularly will want to know the best travel accessories that are out there this year. Particularly those off backpacking without the general comforts offered by hotel chains. What I've found from my experiences, is that there are a few small comforts you can take with you that … [Read more...] about My Top 30 Best Travel Accessories for 2020!
My Australia Itinerary (2 Weeks)
To give you a heads up of some of the posts yet to come, I thought I'd post my Australia itinerary (2 weeks). It's from my most recent trip - also Nic's first trip to Australia. Having dragged her through a 24-hour flight to my favourite part of the world, this time via Qatar, she got to … [Read more...] about My Australia Itinerary (2 Weeks)
A Day in Hobart
Before, I touched upon a part of how I spent 1 day in Hobart. It was an odd day where the weather turned from a bright sunny day to snow. That happened in the Tasmanian capital of Hobart. Despite the fact I only spent 1 day in Hobart, I'd argue it was my favourite city in Tasmania. Not that … [Read more...] about A Day in Hobart
Using the Sydney Bus Tour to explore the city
Sydney is one of those iconic cities that you can recognise as soon as you get near. For me, that meant seeing the Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge for the first time as my train from the airport arrived at Circular Quay. And what better way to sightsee all the famous attractions than with a … [Read more...] about Using the Sydney Bus Tour to explore the city
What to do in London in under 24 hours
I needed to know what to visit in London. It's because of London becoming the designated meeting place for a group of friends travelling from as far as Ljubljana in Slovenia. For me, the trip meant a couple of hours on the train. I had to keep costs down and squeeze as much into a small timespan as … [Read more...] about What to do in London in under 24 hours
Melbourne City Photography at Night
Indulging in a bit of Melbourne city photography at night can be rewarding. With my most recent trip to Australia once again based in Melbourne, I'd intended to improve upon my initial attempt. But, I ran out of time. With that in mind, I've decided to share my first try so that I can show off … [Read more...] about Melbourne City Photography at Night
Visiting Bright for an Aussie Winter Sports Break
Up there with the friendliest, most hospitable places I’ve visited in Australia is Bright. It’s a small town in Northeastern Victoria with plenty going on. I wouldn’t have found it were it not for the fact I needed somewhere to stay when I came here to try my hand at snowboarding on Mount … [Read more...] about Visiting Bright for an Aussie Winter Sports Break