Tag: koalas

• 3 Days in Cairns and Surrounding Areas

  

  Cairns is not a massive city but it is certainly enjoyable! It is a popular tourist destination due to its year-round tropical climate and easy access to both the Great Barrier Reef and the Northeastern rainforests. The coastal town is not huge and can be fully enjoyed in about 3-4 days, however, I know plenty…

  Sylvia Torkelson

  February 23, 2023

  Australia, Cairns, Queensland

  aquarium, Australia, female, food, Gap Year, Great Barrier Reef, hike, itinerary, kangaroos, koalas, kuranda, lagoon, Markets, national park, outlook, railway, scuba, snorkel, solo travel, travel, waterfalls

• Things to do on Hamilton Island

  

  Hamilton Island is the largest resort island of the Whitsundays. Hayman, Daydream, and Hamilton are the only islands with accommodation available. You can easily take a day trip to Hamilton Island from Airlie Beach, but if you want to fully experience everything the island has to offer (and can afford it), I definitely recommend staying…

  Sylvia Torkelson

  February 20, 2023

  Australia, Queensland, Whitsundays

  animals, Australia, beach, beaches, Gap Year, Great Barrier Reef, Hamilton island, hikes, island, kayak, koalas, mini golf, sail, snorkel, solo travel, sunrise, sunset, travel, Whitsundays, zoo

• 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…

  Sylvia Torkelson

  January 17, 2023

  Australia, New South Wales, Port Macquarie

  Australia, beach, beaches, dolphins, Gap Year, hikes, koalas, Port Macquarie, solo travel, travel, vineyard, waterfalls, zoo