Australia: Some call it the world’s smallest continent. Others say it’s the world’s largest island. Either way … Australia is BIG! … Continue reading →
Backpacker hostels, as we know them today, were invented about twenty-five years ago. My involvement began when I was working as a divemaster. … Continue reading →
Campsites: Australia is well equipped with campsites and most advertise on the net. I’ll stick to general observations. … Continue reading →
Hotels. motels etc: In some countries I’ve had trouble finding a place to spend the night. … Continue reading →
Roadside amenities: Many towns provide free amenities for travellers – particularly in tourist areas. Continue reading
Vehicle rental: Hiring a car, caravan or campervan is relatively easy. Major international rental companies operate here and there is no shortage of local companies. … Continue reading →
Public transport: Australia is a huge country and … Continue reading →
Travel hazards: I’ll confine my remarks to hazards that are peculiar to Australia and similar countries. … Continue reading →
The Outback: It’s Australia’s “Never Never Land”. If you never never go you’ll never ever know what it’s like. … Continue reading →
Surf clubs: Those bronzed young people patrolling our beaches are volunteers. … Continue reading →
Rainforest: Some people call it jungle. Others call it tropical rainforest. By any name it is magnificent. … Continue reading →
Eco-reserves: Australia has an extensive system of national parks dedicated to the preservation of the natural environment. … Continue reading →
Beaches: Australia is famous for its coastline of golden sand and rocky headlands. … Continue reading →
Holiday jobs: Australia has a significantly lower unemployment rate than most developed countries and … Continue reading →
