With its wild coastlines, untouched wilderness, and refreshing temperatures even in the most sweltering weeks of summer, Tasmania has fast become one of Australia’s favourite destinations amongst Aussies and visitors alike. For those who want to get out there and see it all on a Tasmania road trip, the Tassie Loop allows you to visit many of the top attractions on the island, … [Read more...] about Stanley: A Must-stop Spot on Your Tasmania Road Trip
Launceston
Tips for driving from Hobart to Launceston
A drive from Hobart to Launceston takes you through the heart of Tasmania. Along the way, you’ll experience the spectacular scenery, fascinating history and delicious local produce that make Australia’s southernmost state so famous. DRIVING HOBART TO LAUNCESTON – THE BASICS Your trip starts in Hobart, near the mouth of the River Derwent, on Tasmania’s … [Read more...] about Tips for driving from Hobart to Launceston
4 ways to experience art & culture in Tasmania
Tasmania’s isolation means that many Aussies haven’t yet ticked this dreamy destination off their travel lists, and it also means that it has sprouted a unique arts scene and culture all of its own. Of course, the island state is known for its phenomenal scenery and bushwalking adventures, but if you’d like to add some cultural stops to your Tasmanian road trip, this list is … [Read more...] about 4 ways to experience art & culture in Tasmania
Barnbougle, golfing heaven
It’s now a long and time honoured tradition (all of 3 years) amongst a close bunch of friends that head to golfing heaven that is Barnbougle golf resort in Tasmania. The courses (3) are located near Bridport which is a little over an hour's drive North West from Launceston airport. Rounding Up the Troops We had people coming from Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne for … [Read more...] about Barnbougle, golfing heaven
Tasmania Road Trip Guide
It’s no wonder Tasmania made New York Times' annual list of 52 Places to Go in 2024. Think of it as a mini-Australia – all the fun packed into one tiny island. It’s rich in history, scenic views, ideal surf, epic hiking trails and crystal-blue bays, with a bourgeoning food and wine scene to boot. Need an extra reason to visit Tasmania? Princess Mary, now Queen of Denmark, was … [Read more...] about Tasmania Road Trip Guide
How to eat your way around Tasmania
Traditionally, Australia has never really been famous for its culinary traditions in a good way. After all, putting beetroot on your burger just sounds plain weird, doesn't it? But these days more and more people are discovering that the cuisine of Down Under is about more than beer, beer, more beer and Vegemite, and that's plenty due to Tasmania. So, if you love food, why not … [Read more...] about How to eat your way around Tasmania
