Bruny Island is a hidden gem off the southeastern coast of Tasmania that features stunning landscapes, unique wildlife, and delicious local food. If you’re based in Hobart or travelling nearby on a Tasmanian road trip, a day trip to Bruny Island is a fantastic way to spend your time. Read our guide to help you plan a truly spectacular tour of Bruny Island, so you can make the … [Read more...] about A Spectacular Bruny Island Day Trip
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Stanley: A Must-stop Spot on Your Tasmania Road Trip
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
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
Food, scenery and adventure: The Huon Trail
In Strine, Australian slang, a Tasmanian is called an Apple Eater. This is because of the enormous amounts of apples traditionally produced in the island’s fertile soils. The Huon Valley, in the south of Tasmania, is still a major apple-growing region but it’s also one of the island’s premier tourist regions. So why not hire a car, make the drive south from Hobart to the Huon … [Read more...] about Food, scenery and adventure: The Huon Trail
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
10 of the Best Road Trips in Australia
Australia is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Some incredible natural wonders and local lifestyles lie outside the cities, with each of the best road trips in Australia offering a one-of-a-kind experience. Drive by crystal blue waters one day and red earth mountain ranges the next. Every road trip in Australia is unique, from the dramatic cliff sides … [Read more...] about 10 of the Best Road Trips in Australia
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
5 extreme activities in Tasmania for thrill-seekers
Tasmania is a haven for thrill seekers, with practically every adrenalin-pumping activity you could ask for found somewhere on the island. There’s no time to lose - rent a car from Hobart or Launceston and kickstart your epic adventure throughout the state, checking out all the Tasmania activities on offer and jumping from one extreme activity to the next! Travel Tassie in an … [Read more...] about 5 extreme activities in Tasmania for thrill-seekers
Big Trips To See Australia’s Big Things
The best way to see the real Australia is to take your time, hire a car and go on a road trip. And while you're at it, you might want to look out for some Big Things. We're talking oversized bananas, beer bottles, lobsters and more. You name an object and you'll probably find a big version of it in Australia. We've devised the following routes to help you plan the ultimate road … [Read more...] about Big Trips To See Australia’s Big Things
Reidy and Whippet’s Tasmania road trip
Bondi lifeguards Andrew ‘Reidy’ Reid and Ryan ‘Whippet’ Clark needed a break from work. They love Sydney and patrolling the waters of the city’s famous Bondi Beach, but they wanted to get out of town while still having a bit of an adventure. So, SIXT rent a car Australia sent them to Tasmania for a week-long road trip behind the wheel of a new Isuzu MUX. Filled with … [Read more...] about Reidy and Whippet’s Tasmania road trip
