Category: Australia

It’s a dream for many travellers to travel Australia. With ancient landscapes, pristine national parks, lively cities, charming beach towns and dozens of spectacular wine regions, there is so much to love about visiting the land “down under.”

Whether you’re all about enjoyed the greater outdoors or indulging in world class restaurants and cultural experiences, you won’t forget your first visit to this beautiful country.

Bondi Beach, Sydney Australia

The long travel time for most international travellers means you’ll want to spend at least two weeks here, but three or four weeks would be even better. It’s important to remember that it’s a big country, and to factor in travel times. To really cover some ground, plan to fly rather than drive or train (our train system is nowhere near as useful for travellers as those in Europe or the US).

Australia Travel Guides

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Best Things to Do in Australia

Discover the Best Beaches
Embrace Australia’s fresh food culture in major cities
Snorkel the Great Barrier Reef
Drive the Great Ocean Road
Wine Tasting in the Barossa Valley

Top Travel Destinations in Australia

From coast to coast, there are countless destinations to choose from. Whether you’re looking to beach-hop down the east coast, stopping at major cities like Brisbane, Sydney & Melbourne on the way, or you’re looking to experience charming country towns or the Red Centre, the hardest part will be narrowing down your itinerary!

Adelaide Hills

Adelaide Hills Travel Guide + Map: The best things to do, see & eat

The Adelaide Hills is one of my favourite regions of South Australia, jam-packed with natural beauty, world-class wineries, quaint villages and cosy pubs. Located just twenty minutes’ drive from Adelaide (seriously!), the Adelaide Hills feels a world away from the city and is a perfect destination for a weekend getaway of good food & wine! In this quick travel guide to the Adelaide Hills, I’ll … Continue reading Adelaide Hills Travel Guide + Map: The best things to do, see & eat

Genevieve LaurenSeptember 28, 2025March 28, 2026Leave a comment

whitehaven beach the best beach in australia

Australia, Destination Guides

12 Best Beaches in Australia (2025): The Ultimate Aussie Beach Bucket List + Map

Australia has more beaches than any other country in the world, with more than 10,000 beaches from coast to coast. The best beaches in Australia include Whitehaven Beach, Wineglass Bay, Bondi, Burleigh and Cottesloe to name a few! After travelling around Australia from coast to coast, I’ve curated a list of the very best beaches in Australia, arranged by state to help you plan your … Continue reading 12 Best Beaches in Australia (2025): The Ultimate Aussie Beach Bucket List + Map

Genevieve LaurenSeptember 20, 2025November 22, 20258 Comments

Australia

The Best Times to Visit Australia: By Season, Month & Region

If you’re wondering when is the best time to visit Australia, you might first assume that summer is the obvious answer. However, Australia is an enormous country, with a number of different climates and micro-climates that create entirely different experiences, from coast-to-coast, year-round. Australia can have extreme weather, which can make or break your trip, making picking the best time to visit Australia important, for … Continue reading The Best Times to Visit Australia: By Season, Month & Region

Genevieve LaurenSeptember 20, 2025April 11, 2026Leave a comment

Perth, Travel Itineraries, Western Australia

Itinerary: 3 Days in Perth for First Time Visitors (Perth, Rottnest & Fremantle)

For first time visitors to Western Australia, 3 days in Perth is the perfect amount of time to experience the best of Perth & surrounds, including Rottnest Island and Fremantle. With 3 days in Perth, you have enough time to spend one day exploring the city and famous Cottesloe Beach, one day for stunning Rottnest Island and one day for the charming port town Fremantle. … Continue reading Itinerary: 3 Days in Perth for First Time Visitors (Perth, Rottnest & Fremantle)

Genevieve LaurenSeptember 17, 2025September 17, 2025Leave a comment

Australia, Islands & Beaches, New South Wales, Queensland, Tasmania, Travel Itineraries, Victoria

Itinerary for One Month in Australia: Cairns to Melbourne

This itinerary for one month in Australia, from Cairns to Melbourne, covers some of the country’s most beautiful scenery and charming cities, from the Great Barrier Reef in the north to the Great Ocean Road in the south. This travel itinerary covers Australia’s three largest cities, four state capital cities and five states. If you have one month to visit Australia, you’ll get the most … Continue reading Itinerary for One Month in Australia: Cairns to Melbourne

Genevieve LaurenSeptember 10, 2025March 28, 20269 Comments

East Coast Tasmania, Launceston & North, Tasmania, Travel Itineraries

3 Days in Tasmania: Wineglass Bay, Freycinet, Launceston & The Tamar Valley

Wineglass Bay in Tasmania is famous for being one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, and has long been high on my travel wishlist. Located in Freycinet National Park on the beautiful East Coast of Tasmania, we visited in September on a 3-day trip to Tasmania. I’ve shared our 3 day itinerary for visiting Freycinet National Park & Wineglass Bay, including some time … Continue reading 3 Days in Tasmania: Wineglass Bay, Freycinet, Launceston & The Tamar Valley

Genevieve LaurenSeptember 9, 2025September 9, 2025Leave a comment

Sydney

Surry Hills Neighbourhood Guide: Where to Eat, Drink & Stay

Surry Hills is one of Sydney’s most charming inner city neighbourhoods, and a perfect area for visitors to Sydney. The hilly backstreets are dotted with independent cafes, wine bars and boutiques, nestled amongst gorgeous heritage terrace houses. Central Station makes it easy to get around Sydney, and it’s only a few Metro stops from Circular Quay. After staying in Surry Hills on my most recent … Continue reading Surry Hills Neighbourhood Guide: Where to Eat, Drink & Stay

Genevieve LaurenSeptember 7, 2025September 7, 2025Leave a comment

Yarra Valley

10 Best Things to Do in Warburton: The Yarra Valley’s Best Kept Secret

Tucked away in the hills of the Yarra Ranges, charming Warburton is one of the Yarra Valley’s best kept secrets. Surrounded by the lush mountain ash of Yarra Ranges National Park, the former Gold Rush town is a true oasis of calm and serenity, within easy driving distance of Melbourne. The best things to do in Warburton are the foundations of the good life: embracing … Continue reading 10 Best Things to Do in Warburton: The Yarra Valley’s Best Kept Secret

Genevieve LaurenSeptember 4, 2025September 4, 2025Leave a comment

Brisbane, City Guides

Itinerary: 3 Days in Brisbane For First Time Visitors (2025)

If you’re planning a trip for 3 days in Brisbane, you’re in the right place! I grew up in Brisbane and return several times a year, and have used this experience to design a 3 day itinerary for Brisbane that includes a balance of the best things to do in Brisbane, the best sights & activities, and some of Brisbane’s best restaurants and bars. This … Continue reading Itinerary: 3 Days in Brisbane For First Time Visitors (2025)

Genevieve LaurenAugust 29, 2025October 30, 2025Leave a comment

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Australia, Destination Guides, Travel Itineraries, Victoria

Itinerary: 2 Weeks in Australia for First Time Visitors (+ Map)

Australia is a vast country, with hundreds of beautiful places to visit & experiences to have, which can make planning a 14-day trip to Australia seem overwhelming. Luckily, with some clever planning, you can see an amazing amount in just a couple of weeks. In this 2 week itinerary for Australia, you’ll visit the UNESCO World Heritage Listed Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest, cuddle … Continue reading Itinerary: 2 Weeks in Australia for First Time Visitors (+ Map)

Genevieve LaurenAugust 28, 2025March 28, 2026Leave a comment

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