Possibly the most famous stretch of Australian landscape, driving from Brisbane to Cairns is one of this country’s classic road trips. And so it should, a feast for beach lovers, scuba divers, surfers, nature lovers and wanderlusters, this part of Queensland is as diverse and delightful as it is magnificent and massive. And massive, […]
AUSTRALIA, Budget Travel Ideas, Travel Tips
Wintersun Caravan and Tourist Park: The Perfect Home Away from Home
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From the moment we stepped into Wintersun Caravan and Tourist Park, we instantly let go a sigh of relief! Having just been battered by wind for 5 days in Cape Range National Park and Coral Bay, we were delighted to finally find somewhere we could put up our tent, safe in the knowledge it […]
Budget Travel Ideas, Travel Gear & Packing, Travel Tips
Finding the Best Backpacking Sleeping Bag: 6 Great Contenders
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Nov
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A great backpacking sleeping bag is something I never leave home without when I’m packing for my travels. From the obvious uses of sleeping with it in my tent, to keeping me cosy on bus rides, to the slightly less conventional use of it as a pillow or even a jumper when it gets […]
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This page contains affiliate links meaning BWSP may receive a small commission on any purchases. So this week was full of excitement … not! Distance Travelled: 379km Spot of the Week: Best Western Karratha Central Apartments, WA Camp of the Week: Barradale Free Camp, WA Tip of the Week: Expect the unexpected! Life is […]
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Australia’s fabulous Atherton Tablelands lie in the beautiful rolling hills behind Cairns and are definitely one of the best destinations to visit in North Queensland. Full of great hikes, exciting bike tracks, stunning waterfalls, rainforest drives, magnificent lakes and fascinating heritage, there’s a whole of heap of budget-friendly things to enjoy in this part […]
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Diving, snorkelling, kayaking or sailing the Ningaloo Reef should be very near the top of any traveller’s Australian bucket list. With a UNESCO World Heritage Marine Park that starts at the shoreline, as well as the chance to see humpback whales, whale sharks, turtles and hundreds of tropical fish, exploring this underwater marvel is […]
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Nov
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Unbelievably, I’m yet to explore the continent of Asia at all. Somehow I feel like I might be saving the best for last! From scuba diving the Philippines to yoga in India, from trekking in Nepal to exploring the temples of Cambodia, I can’t wait to explore the length and breadth of this diverse […]
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Nov
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This page contains affiliate links meaning Big World Small Pockets may receive a small commission on any purchases at no extra cost to you. We had both been looking forward to this week a lot, mostly because Karajini National Park had been on our wish list for a long time. And it certainly didn’t […]
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Like many other travel bloggers, Pinterest is my number 1 source of traffic and therefore, the biggest performance indicator of my monthly reach and growth. When I became increasingly serious about my travel blog about a year ago, I knew donating time to Pinterest more would be a major part of my development strategy. […]
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With lush green rainforest meeting the Great Barrier Reef and coconut palm-lined beaches meeting turquoise, tropical waters, your quintessential North Queensland holidays are bound to be framed by some gorgeous landscapes. Now add in a UNESCO World Heritage site or 2 and plenty of history and culture, and your North Queensland holidays are bound […]