Welcome to our backyard! There’s a reason Australia and New Zealand consistently turn up on lists of top destinations people would like to visit. Australia’s beaches, epic road tripping opportunities and low-key lifestyle draw travellers from around the world, while New Zealand serves up some of the planet’s most breathtaking scenery (and some of the nicest people). Both offer nature and adventure in abundance, excellent culinary scenes and world-class wine.
The vast and enticing Pacific beyond Oz and NZ offers another world of travel altogether: a far-flung realm of magical islands and unique cultures. Much of the South Pacific still sits squarely on our bucket list, although we have been lucky enough to travel to one of the most remote and extraordinary Pacific islands of all: Easter Island.
Posts from Australia & Pacific
Hiking the Routeburn Track in New Zealand: A Practical Guide
Thinking about hiking the Routeburn Track? Here’s what to expect on this iconic New Zealand Great Walk, including how to plan and book, plus a day-by-day overview. Thinking about hiking the Routeburn Track? Here’s what to expect on this iconic New Zealand Great Walk, including how to plan and book, …
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25 of the Best Things to do in Wellington New Zealand
Discover the best things to do in Wellington, from scenic hikes and beaches to museums, panoramic views, famous film locations, top tier coffee shops and craft beer. With so much to offer, it’s impossible not to fall in love with New Zealand’s capital city. Discover the best things to do …
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Best Hiking in Sydney: Guide to the Royal National Park Coast Track
Ready for some of the best hiking in Sydney? In this post, we cover everything you need to know to plan and enjoy an incredible hike along the Royal National Park Coast Track from Bundeena to Otford. Ready for some of the best hiking in Sydney? In this post, we …
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Perth to Albany Road Trip: A Spectacular 2-Week South West Australia Itinerary
Stunning beaches, ancient forests, delicious food and wine – explore spectacular South West Australia with our two week Perth to Albany road trip itinerary loop, starting and finishing in Perth. We Aussies are spoiled for choice when it comes to road tripping the epic outdoors. For John and I though, …
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20 Unmissable Things To Do In South West WA
Looking for the best things to do in south west WA? After searching out just about everything we could on our own South West Australia road trip, here’s our take on 20 highlights that should simply not be missed. Plus a bonus highlight! Looking for the best things to do …
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Visiting Vanuatu: Things To Know Before You Go
It may be more low-key than some of its glitzy South Pacific neighbours, but humble Vanuatu offers adventure and chillax in equal plenty. In this post, we’ve pulled together the pre-trip considerations and important things to know for visiting Vanuatu and exploring this unassumingly awesome corner of the South Pacific.
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15 Must See Places In South Island New Zealand
Let’s be honest. Choosing 15 must see places in South Island New Zealand is almost impossible. ALL of South Island New Zealand is a must see. In fact, ALL of New Zealand is a must see. Unless you’re lucky enough to call this spectacular country home though, or you’ve got …
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The Ultimate 6-Day Easter Island Itinerary
Easter Island is one of the world’s most remote and mysterious places, a tiny isle in the Pacific with a big story. Get ready for some unforgettable outdoor adventure and Rapanui culture with our 6-Day Easter Island itinerary. Your first encounter with a moai, the enigmatic stone sentinels of Easter Island, …
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Diving In Australia On A Great Barrier Reef Liveaboard
There’s something quite magical about jumping into the cool ocean as dawn breaks over the Coral Sea. Soft clouds gradually come into focus while the horizon erupts as the first rays of warming light animate the day. Butterflies of anticipation are swirling through me as I float in the water, …
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