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Australia

Does the Water Drain the Other Way in Oz?

Welcome to all first-time travellers in Australia – or “G’day, mate” as you’re likely expecting. Many visitors from overseas are surprised to learn that kangaroos aren’t hopping down the street and we don’t ride them to work every day! However, Australia is one of the most unique continents you’ll ever visit with one of a [...]


Wednesday December 22 2010

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What Do You Really Need In A Travel First Aid Kit?

I have to say I’m pretty lax when it comes to health on the road. Street food? No problem. Near rare meat? Ok. Tap water? As long as it’s not brown. Anti-Malarials? You mean DEET?


Monday June 7 2010

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Movie Review: The Art of Travel

Although this movie was released in 2008 I’ve only just discovered it and searching for review I could not find any reviews on any travel blogs. This movie has a really, really weird beginning Conner (Christopher Masterson, Malcom in the Middle) is about to get married to his high school sweetheart, they are planning the [...]


Sunday April 25 2010

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Travel Money Guide: Travel Debit and Credit Cards for Australians

This is not a paid review post, there are no affiliate links. I just got sick of fees and went looking for a better deal. This has really bugged me, there is heaps of info for foreigners coming to Australia on how to minimise fees with their accounts in their home country or by opening [...]


Tuesday April 6 2010

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TripIt: iPhone App Review

TripIt has become my most essential travel app on my iPhone. It is freaking awesome. Many of you will be familiar with it but I want to share why I think it is so good. TripIt basically organizes and creates an itinerary based on your bookings for flights and accommodation, etc. It does this automatically [...]


Monday March 29 2010

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Renting A Motorbike In Thailand

I’ve come to realize that using a motorcycle to see the countries we visit is for me at least possibly the best way of getting around. Increased mobility and independence, locals are more welcoming of motorcycles than cars and buses as they can identify with bikes. It’s all too easy to rent a motorcycle and [...]


Wednesday March 10 2010

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