Is Sleeping in a Swag in Australia Scary?

You’re heading out to conquer the Australian Outback. You’ve been dreaming of this camping trip your entire life, and it’s finally coming up. There’s just one thing you aren’t so sure about: sleeping in a swag. I totally get it. I’m not really an outdoorsy girl, or a camper at…

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Things to do in Alice Springs, Northern Territory

There are so many things to do in Alice Springs! If you want to explore the beating red heart of Australia, then it’s likely you are flying into Alice Springs. While you can also fly into Yulara at the base of Uluru, flights to Alice (as the locals call it)…

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Uluru Helicopter Tour: Top 5 Reasons to Splurge

You can’t leave Yulara without taking an Uluru helicopter tour. Yes, the experience can run a bit expensive, especially if you’re traveling on a budget like me. However, I can’t recommend you take your own ride enough. It’s a top 10 life experience. One of those, “well, might as well…

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Things To Do in Coober Pedy, South Australia

Welcome to the Australian Outback. Whether you want to mine for opals, sleep underground, or reenact “Mad Max” there are plenty of things to do in Coober Pedy You probably already know about this tiny town in South Australia even if you haven’t actually heard of it. It’s mainly known for…

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Adelaide to Kangaroo Island Tour: Highlights & Recommendations

If you don’t have a car on your trip to Australia, an Adelaide to Kangaroo Island tour is your best bet for experiencing this gem of the great southern land. Kangaroo Island is THE place to go to experience Australian wildlife. Think of it as a mini Galapagos off the…

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