Tag: Australia
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3 Days in Katoomba
The Blue Mountains is a very large national park and it is difficult to get to certain areas without a car. I do not have a car and was quite centralized in the town of Katoomba during my visit, so here is my 3 day itinerary if you are in a similar situation but wanting…
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My Holidays in Sydney
For backpackers the holidays tend to look a little bit different, especially when you’re on the opposite side of the world from where you are used to. Coming from Minnesota I am used to cold, white Christmases so the Australian summer holiday was quite a culture shock. I actually spent most of my December and…
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Cheaper than you Think
When people think of traveling, they think of luxury experiences that cost an arm and a leg. If price is what’s holding you back from traveling, then book a ticket already because there are so many ways to travel for cheap. Work for Accommodation Many hostel, hotel, au pair, and farm jobs offer work for…
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What to do in Brisbane
Brisbane’s reputation is not great. When I was moving to Brisbane for a month, many people responded with “why would you do that?” However, I absolutely fell in love with this city and cannot recommend it enough. Brisbane is the capital of Queensland and is ranked the safest city in Australia. Brisbane is at the…
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Must Dos in Sydney
Sydney, the capital of New South Wales, is the most populous and well known city in Australia. It surrounds Sydney Harbour and is known for its iconic Sydney Opera House. Although it is one of the most expensive cities in the world, it is also considered one of the most livable. Very few people who…
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What to do in Port Macquarie
Port Macquarie is a small coastal town located about 240 miles (390 kilometers) north of Sydney. Although small, it is the perfect stop when traveling between Sydney and Byron Bay. Its beautiful scenery and numerous activities make most people wish they had scheduled a longer stay. Head to the Beach! Port Macquarie is often overlooked…
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3 Days in Port Macquarie
Although I lived and worked in Port Macquarie for 2 months, I would say an ideal amount of time to stay there on your East Coast travels is about 3 days. If you really feel like diving into the town, then absolutely stay longer! But, here is my three day itinerary for Port Macquarie: More…
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Moving 9,000 Miles from Home
Or 14,484 kilometers to literally everyone else in the world besides Americans. But seriously, that’s what I did! I decided to take the road less traveled out of Minnesota and head off to the opposite side of the world at 18 years old… and it was the best decision I could have made. Don’t get…
Sylvia's Gap Year 