Cairns: the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. But what about when you want to experience something a little different? Venture into the great unknown? Something off the beaten track perhaps? We’ve got you. These five awesome Cairns day trips will lead you to experience North Queensland’s slightly more obscure and offbeat vibes. But they should be done right. With a killer … [Read more...] about 5 Awesome Day Trips Around Cairns
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Brisbane to Cairns: The perfect getaway
Easter is just around the corner, and if you’ve looked at the calendar and been savvy about requesting days off, you might even have organised for an extra long break. Aside from eating chocolate for breakfast, Easter is a fantastic time to take a road trip while the weather is still warm, but not too hot, either. Our pick for the best road trip to take this Easter break? … [Read more...] about Brisbane to Cairns: The perfect getaway
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
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
Chinese New Year Celebrations in Melbourne, Sydney, and around Australia
Chinese New Year 2018 is set to be big celebration here in Australia. The festivities commence on the 15th of February, with ten glorious days of feasting, fire cracking, and everyone’s favourite dragon! If you’re keen to partake in this year’s celebrations and ring in the Year of the Dog, read on for the best Chinese New Year activities down under! Chinese New Year … [Read more...] about Chinese New Year Celebrations in Melbourne, Sydney, and around Australia
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
Sydney to Queensland via the coast
One of Australia's most popular holiday destinations! The stretch of coastline north of Sydney and into Queensland is vast and beautiful. There are so many small seaside towns, large resort cities and several of the country's best beaches that it can be difficult to choose which ones to visit, so why not visit them all? Hire the vehicle of your choice and take a road trip along … [Read more...] about Sydney to Queensland via the coast
The Goldie got it! Gold Coast to host 2018 Commonwealth Games
We've done it before and we've done it again. An Aussie city has been crowned the host of the next Commonwealth Games. Commencing on the 4th of April, 2018, the Queensland city of the Gold Coast will play host for 11 action-packed days of sports and competition. This is the fifth time in the history of the Commonwealth Games that Australia will host the event that rolls … [Read more...] about The Goldie got it! Gold Coast to host 2018 Commonwealth Games
