Every seasoned traveller knows the pain of packing. And never is the struggle more real than when you’re trying to condense everything you want to take in to the most minimal pack possible. I swear by only ever backpacking with a maximum of 13kg – you can read why here – but the challenge […]
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Budget Travel Ideas, Travel Gear & Packing, Travel Tips
7 Great Tips for Choosing the Best Sunglasses for Hiking
06
Mar
Mar
When it comes to hiking we all know that we need a good pair of boots, a high-quality sunscreen and a backpack that holds all of the essentials. However we often neglect one of the most important things we need when hiking. Yes whether it’s a day trip or a multi-day trip, you also need […]
23
Feb
Feb
Unbelievable I know, but Australia isn’t just a massive island of bouncing kangaroos and eternal sunshine! Ok, well it is a massive island and there are a lot of kangaroos and sunshine, but this place is seriously diverse and you’ll probably be surprised when you get here to discover the range of climates and […]
16
Feb
Feb
As a travel blogger who has just been living out of a 4wd, adventuring around the most remote parts of Australia for the best part of 8 months, I know how important it is to protect your electronic devices when travelling. Be it the red sands of the Outback, the wild waves of the […]
07
Jan
Jan
Filter bottles have been around a while now, and are listed and recommended on pretty much every travel, outdoors and hiking website. I’ve seen plenty of videos boasting how amazing filter bottles are, how long they last and, unlike their plastic water bottle counterparts, how little they impact our environment. I’ll admit, until I started […]
Budget Travel Ideas, Travel Gear & Packing, Travel Tips
Finding the Best Backpacking Sleeping Bag: 6 Great Contenders
21
Nov
Nov
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 […]
Budget Travel Ideas, Travel Gear & Packing, Travel Stories, Travel Tips
Why You Should Never Backpack With More Than 13kg
28
Jul
Jul
We’ve all see them, backpackers laden down with so many heavy-looking bags you can barely make out the person underneath them all. And what you do see of them looks hot, sweaty and uncomfortable. Yes, you’ve guessed it, I’m talking about the backpacker who brought way too much with them … like the ‘kitchen […]
04
Jul
Jul
Let’s be honest (because it’s basically a fact) nothing says holiday like a great pair of sunglasses. Whether you’re off to ski in the snow or swim in the sunshine, an amazing pair of sunnies – as the Aussies like to call them – is a must-have travel accessory for everyone. I wouldn’t dare […]
23
Jun
Jun
Who can resist the call of the great open road? Well, Jack Kerouc couldn’t, neither can I, and I guess because you are reading this article, you might not be able to either! From those huge expansive skies, open possibilities, incredible colours and unforgettable adventures, a great road trip really is hard to beat when […]
Budget Travel Ideas, Travel Gear & Packing, Travel Tips
5 Backpacking Essentials That Will Save You Money
11
Jan
Jan
A key part I’ve found in actually being a successful budget backpacker is a little organisation. I know, call me totally crazy, but getting a bit prepared with the right stuff, in terms of some backpacking essentials, before you set off on your adventures can actually save you a bit of cash on the […]