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My Top 10 Swimming Spots on the NSW Coastline; Hidden Gems of Australia
There’s no doubt that the east coast of Australia is covered with beautiful beaches, towering sea cliffs and stunning rock pools. A few of them you have probably heard of as popular tourist destinations, however, I would bet that at least half of them are beautiful hidden gems that will be new and exciting destinations…
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10 Etiquette Rules About Eating In Japan; The Do’s and Don’ts
Japan is known for its polite etiquette and friendly interactions that make it a delightful place to eat great food while also having a memorable and pleasant time. As travelers and tourists, it is our job to reciprocate these polite mannerisms to ensure that we are treating food venues with respect and kindness. The ‘rules’…
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Gold Coast Longboards; An Honest Review of an Australian Skateboard Company
An Australian based skateboard company that is bound to turn heads. With unique and beautiful designs, a wide range of board styles and a devotion to sustainability, this brand appears to be ticking all the boxes. But have they focused on aesthetic over function? In this review, I’ll take a deep dive into a range…
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How to use the Japanese Onsens; a guide for tourists, approved by locals.
With health benefits proven and enjoyed for thousands of years, the Japanese onsens truly are a must-do experience while travelling Japan.
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6 Best Things To Do in Coffs Harbour, Australia
Lost among the great beaches of the NSW east coast, Coffs Harbour is a must see tourist destination filled with quirky attractions, stunning beaches and unique activities. Located approximately 6 hours drive north from Sydney, Coffs is a great place for a weekend getaway or a good place for a driving break if doing the…
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7 Best Waterfalls in Tasmania
Around every corner is a lush green rainforest, towering waterfall, crystal clear lake or white sandy beach. There is not one or two amazing places within the area, it is just all wonderful! And the best part is, since it is such a small island state, nothing is too far away, so these seven waterfalls…
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Whether you are a weekend warrior or planning for your next big trip; my destination guides and travel recommendations will keep you informed and prepared for your next adventure!
Australia
Despite being born and raised in Aus, I have never stopped exploring this massive island continent. Read about my local knowledge and recommendations as well as what I have learnt while travelling country in my van over the past 6 years!
Japan
A country full of culture and kindness. What started as a seasonal job with a little exploration during free time, quickly turned to passionate adventuring to see as much of this beautiful country as possible and share it with the world. The place that became the core motivation for this entire blog.
Singapore
A country that celebrates nature and art on a whole new level. With attractions around every corner, you’ll never have time to do it all, so take a read of some of my favorites! So much packed into such a small space.
Who are we
Meet Jess and Athol
Same country, different origins, brought together by their passion for adventure! Jess is from the suburban city of Sydney, New South Wales, and Athol is from the outback bush of central Queensland. Two complete opposites! Like everyone, Covid majorly affected their careers and plans in 2020, resulting in them both taking a trip to the Australian Snow fields to try something different amidst the chaos. Their paths crossed and the adventures began!
If you want the full story about where they are from, how it all started and where their adventures have taken them, or you are just a sucker for a good backstory, keep reading on the ‘About’ page or hit the button below.
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Have a suggestion for us?
Tell us a destination to consider for our next trip. We will find the best ways for you to see it too! We are always on the hunt for where we should go or what we should try next! If there’s somewhere that you’ve been dreaming of but don’t know how to take the first steps, let us know so that we can take the leap first then let you in on the best spots, best deals and best tips to make it easy for you.
There’s so many ‘recommendations’ and ‘suggested’ travel products, apps, tips and tricks that it’s hard to know what it a good product and what is just good advertising. We give honest reviews and only recommend things that we actually use ourselves, so if there’s something you want us to put to the test in real travel scenarios, let us know and we will tell you how it goes.
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There’s so much to talk about within each blog post that we sometimes brush over or miss important details; like how to find it on the map or what time to visit. If you think we’ve missed something or you just want some more information, let us know!
Join our Adventures
My passion is not just to travel the world, but to inspire others and/or bring them along for the ride!
On each of my trips I try to get my friends and family involved as a true believer in “the more the merrier”. It has always been a dream of mine to create a community of adventurers that would prefer to travel as a group rather than face a challenge alone.
At the moment, we are on the lookout for our next group adventure, so if you would be interested in joining a trip or have a suggestion of somewhere you would like to go with us, reach out with a suggestion or to express interest. You can also follow our socials for updates on upcoming trips or to get in contact. I am hoping to start guided adventures in 2025! Who’s coming for the ride?!
