10 free things to do in Melbourne’s city center
Melbourne tends to have a reputation for being expensive — a rather undeserved one, I might add. Yes, it’s pricey… but so is everywhere else in Australia. In fact, I…
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A local’s guide to viewing jacarandas in Brisbane
One of my favorite things about living in Brisbane is watching the jacaranda trees come alive with brilliant shades of violet and pink each spring. It’s a big event around…
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How to plan an epic day trip from Airlie Beach to Whitehaven Beach
Here’s a little secret – I never thought I was a “beach person” until I set foot on Whitehaven Beach. I’m a mountains-and-lakes person, I decided firmly, when I first…
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Queensland road trip itinerary: Cairns to Brisbane in 1 week
Picture Australia in your mind’s eye – what do you see? Probably sandy beaches stretching towards the horizon, crystal clear waves deepening into shades of turquoise, and marine life swimming…
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The comprehensive guide to visiting Fitzroy Island
Fitzroy Island is one of the prettiest islands I have ever been to in Australia… and I’ve lived here for 8 years! I was skeptical before I visited – sure,…
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11 of the best free things to do in Townsville
My husband and I lived in Townsville for 6 months during the first half of 2024. While I have mixed feelings about having to uproot our lives for a mandatory…
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Best things to do on a weekend trip to Magnetic Island
I like to view Magnetic Island as Hamilton Island’s more low-key, laid-back sister. Both islands are located on the Great Barrier Reef a short ferry ride away from their parent…
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A local’s guide to visiting Magnetic Island
When we moved to Townsville, the first thing that everyone told us was that we absolutely had to visit Magnetic Island, aka “Maggie” (the second thing was that we should…
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