When most people think of Australia, they think of Sydney, Melbourne, or the Gold Coast. Although these are great spots, sometimes it’s worth checking out less popular places. I had the opportunity to live in Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia for four months. Besides this being a transformative experience, since this was my first time living abroad, it gave me a chance to thoroughly explore the city. Although Wollongong is the third largest city in Australia, it still has a local feel and is much smaller than Sydney. Wollongong is just an hour and a half train ride from Sydney, making it a great day trip to get away from…

Hi everyone! I recently went on a solo trip to Cairns, Australia, and let me tell you, this trip exceeded all expectations. Cairns is one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever visited. Between the Great Barrier Reef and the luscious rainforest, there is so much to do here. Everyone I met was so friendly, and it is the perfect destination for solo travelers. Without further ado, here is my guide for solo traveling Cairns! This guide will cover: Where to Stay A hostel is a perfect option if you are solo traveling, and it is also going to be very budget friendly! You are destined to meet other friendly…

Hi everyone! The east coast of Australia is one of the most popular destinations for travelers. I recently did a road trip with my family in New South Wales and thought it was a wonderful way to experience the east coast. We went to a ton of great beaches and other stops that I wanted to share with everyone. Whether you are roadtripping or backpacking, this guide will be perfect for you! For this guide, I have narrowed down the top 10 best stops between Byron Bay and Newcastle. Without further ado, let’s get into it! Cape Byron Walking Track Up first on the list is the Cape Byron walking…

Hi friends! Australia has always been one of my bucket list destinations and I am currently spending a month in the land down under. My first week here was spent in Sydney, so I thought I would write about some of the best things I did while there. The majority of the activities on this itinerary are free, so if you are interested in traveling on a budget, this will be perfect for you. Accommodation I stayed in two different hostels while in Sydney. The majority of times, with a hostel, you are getting what you pay for, which is cheap accommodation. The first hostel I stayed in was Mad…