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Picton Road Trip: The drive to one of Australia’s most haunted towns

As the hairs on the back of your neck begin to prickle, a shiver runs down your spine, and you suddenly get the feeling of being watched - you’ll know you’ve arrived in Picton.  This spooky location is one of the most haunted places in NSW, and it’s just a 1 hour drive from Sydney. That means it’s the perfect destination for a short road trip this Halloween!  Picton is the … [Read more...] about Picton Road Trip: The drive to one of Australia’s most haunted towns

Caves, ocean and tons of adventure: Drive Melbourne to Adelaide

A Melbourne to Adelaide road trip provides unforgettable scenery, idyllic vineyards and a huge variety of opportunities for adventure. One stretch of the journey that is particularly great - especially if you’re an adventurous type - is the road between Warrnambool in Victoria and Mount Gambier in the eastern part of South Australia. All up, the drive from Melbourne to Adelaide … [Read more...] about Caves, ocean and tons of adventure: Drive Melbourne to Adelaide

Yee-ha! The best outback station getaways for city slickers

Did you see Australia and picture yourself on an outback station, droving cattle and cracking a whip? Maybe you saw City Slickers back in the day and loved the idea of taking off with a group of friends on a life-changing trip where you could act out your childhood dream of being a cowboy (or cowgirl) on the lam? Well, whether you are an Aussie looking for an interstate … [Read more...] about Yee-ha! The best outback station getaways for city slickers

Road tripping from the Gold Coast to Brisbane: More than just a scenic route

For those heading to the Gold Coast for a break, it’s the perfect chance to jump in a Gold Coast car hire and enjoy a road trip up to Brisbane, as well as locations along the way. The short journey takes just over an hour when driven directly, which is perfect for those wanting to drive back and forth to catch certain events. Alternatively, you could make the most of the many … [Read more...] about Road tripping from the Gold Coast to Brisbane: More than just a scenic route

3 ways to make the most of your road trip budget

In all of the excitement of planning a road trip and getting away from the daily grind for a well-earned break, it can be easy to throw caution to the wind and, subsequently, any budget you had set, out the window. A road trip budget is essential to making sure that you can have the holiday of your dreams, without having to scrimp or save one day because you had a budget … [Read more...] about 3 ways to make the most of your road trip budget

The A to Z’s of road tripping Australia

Getting ready for a road trip in Australia? This A to Z guide is a handy road trip planner for Australia, with key pointers, tips, and destinations you’ll need to know before setting out on your adventure. A Accommodation. It’s best to book in advance whenever possible as accommodation fills up quickly, especially during weekends and holidays. At the very least, make a list of … [Read more...] about The A to Z’s of road tripping Australia

Don’t miss these 5 summer activities in Victoria this year

Victoria hasn’t had the easiest time of things this year, but as the smoke clears, it’s easy to see that this state is still spectacular, filled with things to do, and brimming with positive, outdoorsy people. There are so many worthy places to visit in Victoria and things to do, and still plenty of sunny days left to do it all. Here are our five picks for things to do in … [Read more...] about Don’t miss these 5 summer activities in Victoria this year

Coffs Harbour attractions perfect for the entire family

With school holidays and warmer weather around the corner, it’s time to start planning your next family road trip. Have you been to Coffs Harbour? If the answer is no - we’ve got your next road trip destination. If you have, then you’ll surely be thinking it’s time for a re-visit. How to get to Coffs Harbour Nestled almost equal distance between Sydney and Brisbane, this … [Read more...] about Coffs Harbour attractions perfect for the entire family

Road trip from Brisbane to Noosa

As far as road trips go, Brisbane to Noosa can sometimes be overlooked due to its short leg. And while it can be done in under two hours, the 148-kilometre trip should really be done over a day or two, stopping to enjoy some iconic sites and taking in some vitamin D. Because if there’s one thing you can expect on this trip, it’s a whole lot of sunshine, so why not take this … [Read more...] about Road trip from Brisbane to Noosa

8 Awesome Things to do in Mackay, Australia’s Town of the Year

Aussie explorers, this just in: Mackay has been hailed as Australia’s Town of the Year. When we found out, we just had to take some time to showcase why everyone should visit Mackay this year! If you’re wondering what this Central Queensland coastal town has going for it, we’ve done the work for you. 1.   Take a dip in Bluewater Lagoon If we said this one is for the kids, we’d … [Read more...] about 8 Awesome Things to do in Mackay, Australia’s Town of the Year

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