30 Things You Learn When You Move To Australia

30 things you learn when you move to Australia

30 Things You Learn When You Move To Australia

Since moving to Australia in 2014 I’ve learned that some shiz is really weird in the land Down Under. Here are 30 random things you discover when you move to Australia. 1. A milk bar sells more than milk. 2. It’s weird having Christmas in summer, that’s why Christmas in July was invented. 3. Bank … Read more

Australia Partner Visa 801: The Final Painful Stages!

It’s happening again. I’m crying at the keyboard and Justin is trying to comfort me. I cruelly shrug his support off and head out to the balcony to take deep breaths. I’m in the final stages of applying for a Permanent Partner Visa (subclass 801) so that I can legally reside in Australia with my … Read more

Cool Canberra: 10 Best Things To Do In Australia’s Capital

With its world-exclusive exhibitions, immersive coffee experiences and cheetah encounters, Canberra is a great place to visit if you’re seeking something a little bit different. If you’re a fan of food, fashion and art (like me!), you’ll love this selection of unique things to do in Australia’s capital city. 10 Best Things To Do In … Read more

Travelling On The Ghan: Australia's Best Rail Journey

Travelling On The Ghan: Australia’s Best Rail Journey

Our journey on The Ghan railway takes us straight through the heart of Australia. We begin in jumping croc-filled Darwin, pass the gorges of Katherine, the camels in Alice and, finally, reach the flat-topped Flinders Ranges that line the way to Adelaide. The scenery remains captivating at every turn of the train’s wheels and, with … Read more

Review: Pullman Melbourne Albert Park, Australia

As my husband is from Melbourne we make the journey there often, flying in for all the fun stuff like weddings and 30th birthdays. Each time we try to stay somewhere different and use the downtime in-between events to see various sides of this highly lauded city. (Melbourne has been named the most liveable city … Read more

Uluru Ayers Rock Australia

Unique Dining Experiences In Australia

What better way to build an Australia tour than around what is best for your stomach? I’ve put together some of my favourite dining experiences in Australia for Distant Journeys, which combine great Aussie tucker with incredible settings to make the ultimate foodie bucket list for Australia. Sounds Of Silence – Uluru The Sounds of Silence … Read more

5 Bucket List Experiences In Queensland, Australia: Best Things To Do

Australia’s Best Beaches

Staggering fact: Australia has over 10,000 beaches. I googled it when researching my latest post for Skyscanner Australia. By rough guestimation, therefore, I reckon I’ve been to approx 0.5% of Australia’s beaches. Say what? I best get moving. Among the 0.5% of Australia’s beaches I’ve visited though I’ve seen some incredible, world-class corkers. For those of you … Read more