Tag: Gap Year
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The Ultimate Australia Bucket List!
Visiting Australia and don’t even know where to begin planning? Below is the ULTIMATE bucket list to make the most of your time Down Unda! 7. See a crocodile show at Steve Irwin’s Australia Zoo 8. Walk across the Sydney Harbour Bridge 9. Watch the sun set in Western Australia 10. Camp in Uluru 11.…
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10 of the BEST Day Trips on the Australian Gold Coast
The Gold Coast is an incredible section of the Australian Eastern Coast with an endless amount of things to see and do. Below is a list of my top 10 day trips you must take if you are staying anywhere along the Gold Coast! * * * 10. Springbrook National Park * * * First…
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How to Spend a Weekend in Byron Bay
If you are taking the Greyhound or Premier bus, you will most likely arrive in Byron Bay mid-morning. You can definitely experience most of Byron in a weekend but many visitors end up extending their stay. Byron Bay is a backpacker and hippie hotspot that is a beloved stop along the east coast (and is…
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5 Ways to be Successful (and not annoying) in Hostels
If you have no idea what a hostel is, you are definitely missing out. Hostels are dorm style accommodation that are often the cheapest option while traveling. Hostel vibes range from homey to hotel-esque to party so you can normally find something to fit the style of travel you are looking for. Personally I love…
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What to see in Surfers Paradise
The Gold Coast is lined with numerous suburbs and cities to be explored. The most popular stop for backpackers is Surfers Paradise and I cannot recommend it enough. With its gorgeous cityscape sitting right on the beach, it’s truly a place both city goers and beach lovers can enjoy. Head to the Beach! Surfers Paradise…
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Backpacking Resources
* * * Transportation * * * Oftentimes the most expensive part of budget travel is getting there! Below are some of my favorite sites for finding budget flights, buses and other transportation. SKYSCANNER: My go to site for finding cheap flights. Skyscanner allows you to filter for either the cheapest or quickest flight available…
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Must Dos in Melbourne
Melbourne is the capital of Victoria and is the second most populous city in Australia. The city has a rich history as it was home to First Nation People for over 40,000 years and eventually became a hub for arriving immigrants. Melbourne is a young and bustling city with constant events and activities going on…
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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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Things to do in Antigua
Antigua, Guatemala was a colonial city founded by Spanish conquistadores in 1543, who originally named it Santiago de los Caballeros. Today the city is an UNESCO World Heritage Site and a stunning place to visit. Hike some Volcanos! Antigua is surrounded by volcanos, several of which are so big you can see them from anywhere…
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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…
Sylvia's Gap Year 