The Great Barrier Reef Drive, also known as the Captain Cook Highway, from Cairns to Cape Tribulation takes you along some of the best coastal sights in Queensland (Australia). Including two incredible heritage listed areas! Because of this, a Cairns to Cape Tribulation road trip is a must-do when you are in the tropical far north Queensland. From spectacular views over the Coral Sea, too postcard-perfect secluded beaches, beachside villages like Port Douglas and Mossman, and crocodile spotting at the Daintree River, this road trip has it all. So check out this my Cairns to Cape Tribulation Road Trip to get the best tips possible to cruise this spectacular highway sandwiched between two World Heritage Areas. I will make sure you will see the best beaches, viewpoints and more.
The Chowder Bay to Bradley’s Head walk is an amazing short coast walk that offers incredible Sydney Harbour views, secluded beaches and a sense of bushwalking, even though you are pretty much in the city. The walk takes you through some of the best bits in Sydney Harbour National Park. Including past some interesting World War II stations, past impressive mansions and lots of typical Aussie wildlife. In this post, I will show you what amazing sights you could encounter if you would do this walk. I will give you some additional information on how to get to either Bradley’s Head or Chowder Bay, and show the nice beaches to stop at and possibly take a quick dip. Let’s dive in…
Planning a well-earned weekend escape after the stress that has been 2020? Good on you! Even though travel has not been the same and will probably not be the same for a while, there are still many amazing getaways that you can do. Sydney is home to a range of amazing getaways that are bound recharge your batteries! If you do not want to travel too far, I have made a list of 5 different city escapes. From hanging out with monkeys and elephants to water sports hubs and healthy living. These 5-weekend getaways in Sydney are everything you have ever dreamed of.
Plan your dream road trip through Canada with this all-comprehensive Canada road trip itinerary! I’ll show you how to spend the perfect 13 days in Canada travelling from Vancouver to Banff, plus everything you need to know about renting a car or campervan to self-drive during your road trip. An epic road trip through Canada has been on my bucket list for many years now. I am eager to head to the roughed mountains, explore them during summer or winter time and soak up its incredible national parks. Since I have not done this itinerary I called in the help of my editor, Kim. She lived in Canada for many years in her childhood and has done this trip many times. So together with her help, we reconstructed this ultimate Canada road trip itinerary from Vancouver to Banff!
Ubud in Bali is one of those destinations that you need to explore at least once in your life! I created this 3 days Ubud itinerary to Help you discover this amazing area of Bali. Ubud is full of incredible lush rainforest, amazing rice terraces, cute but also scary monkeys, amazing food and so much more. And with just 3 days in Ubud, you can only explore so much! Since Ubud is located up there in the middle of the jungle, it is not really the easiest place to visit if you have only got time for a super short trip to the country. In my 7-day Bali road trip itinerary, I did include a couple of stops in Ubud, but when you are on the road, it is not possible to explore the depths of a location. And since Ubud was probably my most favourite stop during my trip to Bali, I wanted to make sure you would be able to explore everything you should! Thankfully, you can really pack a lot in with only 3 days in Ubud, including taking some day trips and exploring the town’s main highlights. Buckle up for this detailed itinerary which will explain what to do in Ubud in 3 days, including lots of extra handy information if you are heading to the island for the very first time!
Hervey Bay, in sunny Queensland (Australia), is mostly known as a whale-watching paradise. But this cute and quaint little town has lots more to offer! Not only it is a short trip to World Heritage Listed Fraser Island, but it is also home to lovely esplanades, tranquil beaches and much more. If you are heading to this popular town and want to take a list with of ‘things to do in Hervey Bay’ to keep you busy, here are just some of my all-time favourite Hervey Bay activities.
A weekend getaway from Melbourne to the Great Ocean Road is one of the most popular weekend trips to do. When I was living in Melbourne, I have done this road trip several times and loved every second of it. I have done pretty much all options available. I have done a self-drive, an organized day trip as well as an organized 3-day trip. All options are great and offer something the other does not. For this post, I will show you the best self-drive itinerary, as that allows you with the most flexibility. So, this Great Ocean Road 2-day itinerary will show you all the best things to do and the best places to stop at when you do a Great Ocean Road self-drive road trip.
Hobart in Tasmania is a hidden little gem! I absolutely fell in love with this beautiful city during my very first visit. The city has the charm of an old harbour town, with lots of historic buildings, a cute harbour and lots of pretty views. Just a short scoot over Bass Straight and you’re in a magical land that’s so naturally beautiful it takes your breath away. There’s mountains, forests, national parks and rustic oceans for days. In my opinion, this makes Hobart the perfect place to relax from city life making it ideal for a weekend getaway. Though you possibly can’t see everything within a weekend in Hobart, with this handy guide you will get very far! In the ideal world, I do advise you to hire a car, as heading out of the city and explore a bit of Tasmania is a must!
One of the most stunning cities you will ever visit is without a doubt is Paris, The city of love. It truly has it all, some of the most stunning architecture, the Seine, delicious food, museums, Catacombs, Disney Land, Arc the Triumph, The Lovre museum… and some sort of weird building that is called the Eiffel Tower? I don’t know, you might have heard of it… I have been to this amazing city on many occasions and I have loved it every single time. I have spent hours on end writing an encompassing guide for you because there are some things you MUST do when you go. Get a cappuccino and a French banquette and get comfortable cause this is a long one.
Australia’s capital is not the most appealing destination within Australia. As it does not offer the appeal that cities like Sydney and Melbourne offer. It is, however, a great option if you want to take a day trip from Sydney and enjoy some culture. Home to many imposing government buildings, stunning war monuments and lots of cultural treasures. Canberra is also known for its fantastic festivals, including the famous Floriade, a celebration of the city’s many spring blooms. In this post, I will show you everything you need to plan your perfect Canberra day trip.
Plan your dream coastal road trip from Melbourne to Adelaide with this extensive Melbourne to Adelaide road trip itinerary. I’ll show you how to spend the perfect 7 days travelling over some of Australia’s most epic coastline routes. I did this road trip as part of a larger road trip from Sydney to Adelaide. From Melbourne onwards, I must say I was blown away the most. From the Great Ocean Road to Barossa Valley and Kangaroo Island, this section of Australia is simply incredible. Wanting to pack as much into our road trip stay as possible, I travelled the roads with a campervan, spending the nights on typical Australian campsites, enjoying kangaroos, koala’s and kookaburra’s as our noisy neighbours. In this post, I show you the best sights to stop during your Melbourne to Adelaide road trip, what you can see and encounter and much more.
Perth, in Western Australia, is known to be a fairly sleepy and unexciting city. The city is not the most hustling and bustling town centre you will visit, but the surroundings around the city are some of the most breathtaking you will ever encounter. From the Pinnacles to White sand beaches that stretch as far as the eye can see or explore Rottnest with those adorable smiling Quokka’s. Perth is the pinnacle of it all. I have compiled this Perth itinerary for 4 days for you. So, you won’t miss out on any of the must-see attractions. Let’s dive in, shall we…
Did you know that you can walk across the Sydney Harbour Bridge for free? Most people don’t think that it is possible, but you can! Sydney’s most famous bridge has a pedestrian walkway on allowing visitors to safely walk across the bridge. On the bridge you will encounter some of Sydney’s most incredible harbour views, several viewpoints (Paid and free) and some of the best Opera House views there are! In this post, I will show you how to walk across Sydney Harbour Bridge, what those views are like and everything else you want and need to know about walking over the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
Belgium in Europe is a lovely country that is missed by many international tourists. My sister lives reasonably close by and often spends a weekend in Brussels, the main capital of the country. With stunning historic buildings, delicious food and interesting artwork, there are lots of things to see and do in this amazing city. I have therefore created this handy 2-day Brussels itinerary for you if you are planning to check out this city. This vibrant city is known for being many things at once, and that versatility extends to its attractions. A statue of a boy peeing, the Atomium and the Grand Palace are just a couple of those attractions that you can check out when in Brussels. So, in this post, I will show you some of the best things to do in Brussels, but also what food to get, where to stay, how to get around and much more all compacted into a 2-day Brussels itinerary.
The Netherlands is a very compact country, especially when comparing to Australia. With a fast public transport network, as well as an extensive road network, a lot of the country can be seen even when you don’t have a lot of time! So, when you are flying into Amsterdam, there are many amazing cities, UNESCO heritage sites, as well as historical towns and flower fields that you could check out! Therefore, taking day trips from Amsterdam is a must. After exploring Amsterdam for 2 days, I suggest you either hire a car or getting on the train and explore some more of this beautiful country. Though you can’t see everything in the timespan of your holiday, there are still many amazing places that you can see during a couple of day trips from Amsterdam.
London is full of hidden gems for everyone from all walks of life. For pop-culture fans, in particular, there are endless sights of filming locations, pop-culture inspiration, and tributes to legends. Whether you like rock n’ roll or Harry Potter, there’s something for you in the city. Here are cool things to do in London for pop-culture fans.
I recently spend some time in Far North Queensland, and I fell in love with this area! From stunning untouched roughed nature to the Great Barrier Reef, a Rainforest and a pumping city! Cairns in Queensland truly has it all! I have therefore created this Cairns itinerary for when you are heading to Far North Queensland for a couple of days and want to head out and explore. This 3 day in Cairns Itinerary will allow you to explore Cairns itself for one day and takes you out to Fitzroy Island as well as Daintree National Park. Though you can’t see everything in Cairns and its surroundings in just 3 days, I think this itinerary will allow you to cover as much ground as possible.
If you are planning a trip to Bali Indonesia, then you are in for a treat. This island is incredible, and it will be a trip of a lifetime. From the rice fields in Ubud to the crazy monkies and incredible foods, this island is a fun-packed island getaway. I created this Bali itinerary for 7 days in order to give you as much information and options as possible for your trip. I have spend a week in Bali myself, and there are a couple of things that I missed out on due to bad planning. I have done a bit of research and now, I’m sharing my best tips for spending 7 days in Bali! Get comfy, grab pen and paper cause this Bali itinerary for 7 days is chuck full with information.
Sydney is one of the most picturesque cities in Australia due to its incredible natural harbor and unique architecture. Because of this, I get often asked what the best lookout points in Sydney are. And since I have spent many hours photographing the harbor and its incredible views from many lookouts, I have uncovered a few hidden gems. And now, I’m sharing my best lookouts in Sydney with you! From spots near the CBD to spots on the Northern side of the bridge, I will take you along and show you where to go. From sunsets to incredible night views, you will not miss out with this guide. Though if you are a tourist, you can probably choose a couple of these viewing points, as if you want to see them all, you will have to take an extended leave. But here are 16 of the best lookouts in Sydney.
Recently my sister has spent a weekend in Bruges, Belgium. This city is one of those places that grabs you and will be in your hearth forever. From stunning buildings from the Middle Ages to impressive churches, museums and lots of delicious restaurants. This city has it all! It’s the ultimate weekend getaway if you are from the Netherlands, Germany or France! Even if you can only do Bruges in one day, you’ll get plenty done in this compact UNESCO-heritage listed city centre. In this Bruges one day itinerary, I will show my must-see recommendations, but also my things to see and do, what to eat, and some recommended hotels. Here’s all you can get up to when you have a weekend in Bruges, Belgium!
