I was capturing the beautiful turquoise colour of the Indian ocean while it’s waves mesmerized me. I could not handle how beautiful Australia was, I started crying which soon turn into laughter. I was standing on a beach in Perth in my new UGG boots, crying and laughing like a crazy person. Suddenly, I had this strong desire to be in the ocean. I knew that the water would be freezing, but I did not care, the ocean is my one, true love. It was almost as if there was a siren trying to lure me in the sea. I took off my UGGs, sweater and pants and walked into the waves. The water was freezing! I decided that doing the polar dip probably wasn’t a good idea, so I sat on the beach, close enough for the waves to crash onto my legs. Every time the water touched my skin I would feel goosebumps and shivers take over my body, but the cold water made me feel alive. I sat and just breathed in the salty air. It was just me and the ocean in Australia and it was perfect.
Australia has a very special place in my heart. I spent 6 months exploring the beautiful country, living out all of my dreams and enjoying every single minute of it. Australia was the country that I wanted to visit since I was 10 years old, and when I finally got the chance to explore it I was in heaven. It was everything that I ever dreamed it would be and so much more. I felt like I fit in great with the locals, and I enjoyed the natural beauty so much.
Here are some great blog post that will inspire you to visit Australia.
1. Melbourne to Sydney drive: the ultimate guide by The Family Voyage
The Sapphire Coast, the Oyster Coast, Gippsland, Princes Highway. The scenic Melbourne to Sydney drive… call it what you will, but this often overlooked stretch of coastline has been one of our favorite things to do in Australia (so far, at least). In our five relaxing days (four nights), we saw more wildlife than we could ever imagine, caught views of postcard-perfect scenes without another soul in sight and swam in crystal clear waters. The distance between Sydney and Melbourne is nearly 1000km, so even with the better part of a week we couldn’t hit nearly everything there is to do. But we definitely succeeded in getting a flavor of the many activities available on the Sydney to Melbourne coastal drive. Read on to start your own journey with our Melbourne to Sydney road trip planner!
2. 20 FREE ACTIVITIES AT SOUTH BANK, BRISBANE by Snap Travel Blog
Trying to keep the family occupied but don’t want to spend a lot of money. South Bank, Brisbane has lots of free activities for all ages and is the perfect location to bring the whole family. Here are 20 South Bank activities, for you and your family, that won’t cost a cent. Add South Bank to your Brisbane Bucket List Ideas today.
3. 21 Must-see places in Australia by Walk My World
By now you’ve probably got the idea: we really love Australia! But this country is huge, so any trip here requires a fair amount of planning, to fly from Sydney to Perth for example, takes five hours! There are so many incredible places to see but if you only have limited time we’ve helped narrow it down. So here’s our tips for the best places to see when visiting Australia.
4. 15 Cool Free Things to do in Sydney by The Travel Fairies Blog
Sydney can be an expensive city for food and hotels, but visiting the city does not have to break the bank. There are plenty of free things to do in Sydney city centre or within easy traveling distance. There are plenty of activities for all people such as families, couples or solo travelers. Here is my list of 15 free things to do in Sydney.
5. A visit to Port Macquarie Koala Hospital by Officer Travels
Port Macquarie has a lot to offer its visitors, being one of the main towns along the East Coast it’s popular with backpackers and road trippers so it was inevitable that we would end up spending a day or two there. It also meant we had time to visit Port Macquarie Koala Hospital where we got to meet their patients and find out more about what the hospital does for these beautiful animals. After our visit, we walked away with heaps of respect for the volunteers and a new found fondness of the fuzzy Australian ‘bear’. Read More!
6. Backpacking Australia by Dive In
Australia is a massive country with tons of things to do and see! From sailing around the Whitsundays to diving in the Great Barrier Reef to road tripping just about anywhere, Australia’s got it all.Most travellers start in Sydney, home to the famous opera house (selfie sticks at the ready), Bondi Beach, and world class nightlife. From there you might backpack your way to Melbourne, no slouch in the partying department but also packed with culture, Brisbane on the east coast, which is just a stone’s throw from the surfer’s paradise of the Gold Coast, Adelaide in the south or across the country to Perth in the west. How you get between them is up to you. READ MORE.
7. WESTERN AUSTRALIA CAMPING HINTS by Sliva
As described in our 10 days itinerary on the south of Western Australia, we did a bit of camping in Western Australia. By trying to follow our minimalist approach, we packed the really basic stuff while going on a trip to Australia (and then further to New Zealand) READ MORE.
8. 6 Great PlacesTo Go Diving In Australia by Dive In
Australia’s boundless collection of marine life and various beautiful islands to explore will be an experience any passionate diver, advanced or beginner, will never forget. Diving In Australia is truly the ultimate diving experience. One of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World can be found in Australia: The Great Barrier Reef. This attraction alone makes Australia one of the top countries in the world for divers. READ MORE.
Have you ever been to Australia? What was your favourite part of your trip? Let me know in the comments.
Happy travels down under,
