The Southern Great Barrier Reef is the quieter side of this popular Queensland attraction. You’ll find remote islands, stunning beaches, inland beauty, and even surfing beaches!
Where is the Sandstone Wilderness I hear you ask? It’s a region in Central Queensland encompassing gem fields, lush rainforests and sandstone gorges, significant Aboriginal art sites and tropical islands. We finished our Australian road …
There aren’t too many islands in the Great Barrier Reef where you can escape the crowds for a quick getaway and stay in your own beach bungalow for a reasonable price. In fact, getting a …
Quick Getaway to Great Keppel Island in Queensland Read More »
Several of our readers suggested we visit Carnarvon Gorge National Park on our travels through Queensland. Now that we’ve been, we can say a tropical oasis awaits you and Carnarvon will be added to our …
I never had any plans for the last day of our road trip around Australia. If I were a planner, I would have organized oysters and champagne on a tropical beach. But, I’m not and …
Thoughts on the Last Day of our Australia Road Trip Read More »
I love travel experiences that teach my girls a little about the world. It’s even better when it also fascinates them. It’s hard to grab the attention of a six and a two year old, …
Crocs, Bat Poo and Owl Spew – Education in Rockhampton Read More »
I’ll admit, we were a little baffled by Baffle Creek. We’d never heard of this small town on the Capricorn Coast halfway between Bundaberg and Gladstone in Queensland. What was the attraction to it? What …
It’s the perfect combination of north and south. The tropical climate of the north of Australia – warm winters and hot summers- but with a rain level more on par with south. It has stunning …
Why You Should Visit the Town of 1770 and Agnes Water Read More »
How do you determine what makes your ‘Best of ‘list? We’ve seen and done some amazing things in Australia these past 9 months, it’s becoming my favourite country in the world to travel through. Yes, …
It was one of those moments when the world reveals to you how magically perfect it is. Arianna Huffington says in her recent book Thrive, that WONDER is an essential component of living a successful …
Exploring Fraser Island – Nature’s Most Perfect Island Read More »