As I eased my tired and tense body into the 40C (104F) hot artesian springs I felt a sense of relaxation which had eluded me for a while. Soaking in peace in a swimming pool sized hot spa bath was an unmissable pleasure of visiting the Moree Artesian Aquatic Centre. Across outback northern New South [...]
The late autumn sun was starting to set as we drove along the road we thought led to the telescopes near Narrabri. The atmosphere in the car was tense as we had disagreed on whether to squeeze in a last sightseeing stop after a long day on the road. As we drove along the sparsely [...]
If there is one certainty in life it is that change is inevitable. When you first start planning your dream trip you will plan based on your current circumstances, such as how much money you expect to have, how much time you can commit to the trip, when you are able to go and the [...]
The giant London Eye Ferris Wheel became an instantly recognisable icon of the London skyline when it opened in March 2000. After the success of the London Eye over 20 other giant Ferris wheel projects have been initiated around the world, some which have been successful and many which never got further than a concept. [...]
The lofty view over the magnitude of Sydney Harbour was amazing. The swirling grey rain clouds circling the Sydney Tower observation deck only added to the experience of contemplating the vastness of Sydney and surrounds. Across Australia there are an excellent variety of tourist accessible tall tower experiences. All except one have elevators available to [...]
The late autumn sun was starting to set as we drove along the road we thought led to the telescopes near Narrabri. The atmosphere in the car was tense as we had disagreed on whether to squeeze in a last sightseeing stop after a long day on the road. As we drove along the sparsely [...]
The coastal drive between Brisbane and Cairns is one of the most popular in Australia. The combination of lovely beaches, beautiful islands, national parks, Australian history, Australian wildlife, the Great Barrier Reef and gourmet food experiences make the drive an attractive option for many visitors. Interestingly most of the best places to visit are within [...]
This article provides a detailed overview of the main Bruce Highway route and side trip options between Gympie and Rockhampton.
As I eased my tired and tense body into the 40C (104F) hot artesian springs I felt a sense of relaxation which had eluded me for a while. Soaking in peace in a swimming pool sized hot spa bath was an unmissable pleasure of visiting the Moree Artesian Aquatic Centre. Across outback northern New South [...]
The late autumn sun was starting to set as we drove along the road we thought led to the telescopes near Narrabri. The atmosphere in the car was tense as we had disagreed on whether to squeeze in a last sightseeing stop after a long day on the road. As we drove along the sparsely [...]
The lofty view over the magnitude of Sydney Harbour was amazing. The swirling grey rain clouds circling the Sydney Tower observation deck only added to the experience of contemplating the vastness of Sydney and surrounds. Across Australia there are an excellent variety of tourist accessible tall tower experiences. All except one have elevators available to [...]
Standing in the lengthy summer queue to catch the elevator to the top of the Eiffel Tower was mindlessly boring. Standing under the hot sweaty sun and being assailed by illegal street vendors, touts and thieves was not my idea of a good holiday.
The lengthy tedium inspired fond recollections of the at-odds pleasure we had experienced only a few days ago on the London Eye where we had enjoyed walking straight onto our own private pod by choosing to visit just prior to sunset. The stark difference in experiences reaffirmed that avoiding peak times was well worth it.
The breaking news hit me with a bang. With only one month to go until our meticulously planned trip to New Zealand a major earthquake had struck Christchurch causing significant damage.
You have been planning and booking your dream trip and suddenly your life or your destination situation changes. You need to either cancel your trip outright or make major changes. How can you make the changes or cancellations with confidence?
The hardest part of travel is deciding to go. Have you been dreaming about a journey but not yet committed yourself? How can you take the step from dreaming to doing?
If there is one certainty in life it is that change is inevitable. When you first start planning your dream trip you will plan based on your current circumstances, such as how much money you expect to have, how much time you can commit to the trip, when you are able to go and the [...]
We are at the end of 2012, almost a full year since I started the Pretraveller blog. Thank you to all of my readers, I really appreciate your support.
Who can honestly state that they have explored every interesting nook and cranny of their home town?
Every traveller carries at least one electronic gadget with them. Many carry more.
We struggled miserably up the five flights of stairs to our pensione in Vernazza as a result of hand-carrying the two extra bags we had purchased along the way through France. Both of our backpacks were backsprain-inducing heavy and I couldn’t understand why we had so much stuff after only three weeks of travelling. Our initial load of one medium sized backpack each should have sufficed for our trip.
Navigating using maps while you are on a self-drive vacation can cause major stress. A GPS is a very useful and affordable tool for most travellers to more easily navigate your driving routes.
Everyone loves a road trip. There is a feeling of freedom as you get started, knowing that you can do as much or as little as you like. But it is important to get ready for your trip to ensure you are prepared for most eventualities. Here are five tips to ensure you are ready to get started and to ensure you get home safely.
You know the feeling. You are booked to depart in the next couple of weeks and you have that nagging feeling that you have forgotten to do something. Here is your essential checklist to ensure you are ready to depart on your dream holiday.
Before you purchase that cheap airline ticket to a far flung destination stop and think about how you will survive the long haul flight. Here are six tips to manage the long haul flight experience and get off to a great start for your vacation.
As I eased my tired and tense body into the 40C (104F) hot artesian springs I felt a sense of relaxation which had eluded me for a while. Soaking in peace in a swimming pool sized hot spa bath was an unmissable pleasure of visiting the Moree Artesian Aquatic Centre. Across outback northern New South [...]
The late autumn sun was starting to set as we drove along the road we thought led to the telescopes near Narrabri. The atmosphere in the car was tense as we had disagreed on whether to squeeze in a last sightseeing stop after a long day on the road. As we drove along the sparsely [...]
If there is one certainty in life it is that change is inevitable. When you first start planning your dream trip you will plan based on your current circumstances, such as how much money you expect to have, how much time you can commit to the trip, when you are able to go and the [...]
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Mini Australian Road Trip: Brisbane to Sydney via Moree and Narrabri
The late autumn sun was starting to set as we drove along the road we thought led to the telescopes near Narrabri. The atmosphere in the car was tense as we had disagreed on whether to squeeze in a last sightseeing stop after a long day on the road. As we drove along the sparsely [...]
Awesome Australian 2WD Road Trips: Rockhampton to Bowen
The coastal drive between Brisbane and Cairns is one of the most popular in Australia. The combination of lovely beaches, beautiful islands, national parks, Australian history, Australian wildlife, the Great Barrier Reef and gourmet food experiences make the drive an attractive option for many visitors. Interestingly most of the best places to visit are within [...]
Awesome Australian 2WD Road Trips: Gympie to Rockhampton
This article provides a detailed overview of the main Bruce Highway route and side trip options between Gympie and Rockhampton.
Awesome Australian 2WD Road Trips: Brisbane to Gympie
This article provides a detailed overview of the main Bruce Highway route and side trip options between Brisbane and Gympie.