On my way back to the UK from Australia I stopped in Tokyo for 5 days. Japan is on many people’s travel bucket list and this guide goes through where to stay, what to do and very importantly what to eat! Tokyo, and Japan as a whole, is one of the more mono-cultural places I’ve …
K’Gari (Fraser) Island is every backpacker’s highlight when they travel up the East Coast of Australia. This ultimate guide explains the different options for visiting, what to expect and what to bring with you. What’s special about Fraser Island? Fraser Island (more commonly called K’Gari Island now referring to the Aboriginal name for the island) …
Uluru, previously known as Ayers Rock, is nearly in the middle of Australia in the Northern Territory and is sacred to indigenous Australians which is why it is seen as the “heart of Australia”. Due to it being so remote, the closet town being Alice Springs a 5 to 7 hour drive away, it is …
The Sunshine Coast is a staple of the East Coast of Australia. Popular with both families and backpackers this guide explains what you must absolutely see and do in Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. Visit Noosa Noosa is a gorgeous beach side town. With everglades (there are only 2 in the entire world) and a stunning National …
While Byron Bay is often someway people stay for a weekend, it’s still totally worth going if you only have one day. I visited Byron from Brisbane for 1 day and it was worth the 3 hour bus each way! This guide has all you need to know to have the best day in Byron …
The West End borough of Brisbane is the Arts district of the city. As well as great restaurants and bars there’s a number of world class street art on display. While some are obvious others are more hidden gems which feel like a stolen secret when you find them. This guide will help you plan …
Moreton Island is the third largest sand island in the world, second being Straddie island its neighbour. The perfect day trip from Brisbane there’s a number of activities to do to make the most of this beautiful adventurous island. Also if you’re a Scooby Doo fan this island was where Spooky Island was filmed for …
North Stradbroke Island, locally known as Straddie Island, just off of Brisbane, Queensland is one of the best days out I’ve had in Australia– maybe even my favourite place in Australia so far. It’s the second biggest sand island in the world (1st and 3rd also being Queensland’s Fraser Island and Moreton Island). What’s so …
Having recently moved to Brisbane for 4 months on a Working Holiday Visa the main things to pack for a working holiday is: not a lot. This guide will detail the necessities and what is worth bringing with you. Only bring one suitcase/backpack Some people come to Australia with 2 big suitcases. If you’re going …
This guide explains how to access the Salt Flats in Bolivia, what options you have and details on what I did when travelling. Where are the salt flats in Bolivia? The salt flats are just off a town called Uyuni which is fairly remote. A lot of backpackers travel to the city of La Paz …