Australia Travel Blog

Australian Travel Blog

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This blog is dedicated to inform and inspire you on all things to do with Australia. Actually we write posts on anything that’s of interest in the South Pacific (our home) DownsideUP was started to inspire you to visit us DownUnder.  

How long to stay in Australia
Steve Taylor
By
Steve Taylor
Struggling to work out how long you need for your perfect holiday or vacaction in Australia? Plan your trip like a pro with this simple guide from our experts. Plus our local Travel Specialists will share Australian holiday itineraries they have been crafting for two decades.
Steve Taylor
By
Steve Taylor

Sydney Harbour Cruise
 Jessica Verme
By
Jessica Verme
Koalas don’t fly, neither do I ! This is a self-drive summer adventure around the beautiful East Coast of Australia! I am Jessica from Switzerland and this is my Ultimate Ozzie Adventure and I want to share the best parts with you. 1 Car, 3 Friends and 15 Days!
 Jessica Verme
By
Jessica Verme

Australian Summer
Maz
By
Marianne Davies
In December, January and February, Australia is at its summery best. Plan your summer holiday Down Under with our guide to the best destinations, events and things to do.
Maz
By
Marianne Davies

"Stranger from another Planet, Welcome! to our shores, the landscape here is pretty wild but I’m sure you’ll feel at home."
Elizabeth Marshall
By
Elizabeth Marshall

You are forgiven for thinking you’re facing a James Cameron Sci-Fi set, and one certainly not modeled on anything you would expect to find on this planet. Australia has more than it's fair share of extraterrestrial looking landscapes that have inspired onlookers for millennia. Here are just a few to inspire you off the beaten track to see beautiful Australian landscape …

Elizabeth Marshall
By
Elizabeth Marshall

The Akaman Track
Steve Taylor
By
Steve Taylor

Australia boasts some of the most extraordinary landscapes for the hiker to enjoy, ranging from Lush tropical rainforests to remote and seemingly endless deserts and everything in-between. This country was made to be explored, but you won’t have to compromise on either comfort or cuisine as the new breed of walker gets into the 'Great Outdoors' Here are some great Australian hiking trails.

Steve Taylor
By
Steve Taylor

The Beautiful Jenolan Caves
Brent Narbey
By
Brent Narbey
At a stately 340 million years, the Jenolan Cave network is the oldest open cave system in the world and are absolutely spectacular. Located in the beautiful Blue Mountains World Heritage Area the Jenolan Caves are only a couple of hours drive from Sydney and make a great day or overnight excursion.
Brent Narbey
By
Brent Narbey

Safe and Aware while enjoying your holiday in Australia
Suzie
By
Suzie Thorp
Australia is a very welcoming country to travel to and appeals to a broad range of visitors from families with children to gap year students, and with wide open spaces, beautiful beaches, glorious sunshine, low crime statistics, and a vast and diverse landscape, it is one of the safest countries in the world to visit. But there are some catches, this article will help you be 'Safe and Aware while enjoying your holiday in Australia' Topics Covered: Driving, Snakes, Spiders, Crocodiles, Swimming, Sharks, Mosquitoes and Stingers. 
Suzie
By
Suzie Thorp

Australia
Steve Taylor
By
Steve Taylor

Driving in Australia, in this "Great Southern Land" is an experience to be savored. Get into the wide-open spaces and see nature at its best. Drive hard and see if you can put an end to that massive horizon - Some adventures can only be found by car. But before setting off you should make sure you are well prepared to ensure you have a great road trip. So "Keep your eyes on the road, your hands upon the wheel!" 

Steve Taylor
By
Steve Taylor

Diving in Australia
Brent Narbey
By
Brent Narbey
Superlatives, Superlatives and more Superlatives! Yes, we all know the Great Barrier Reef has nice diving, however, it’s certainly not the be all and end all of the diving in Australia. Let's face it unless you get right out to the actual outer reef you can't help comparing the diving to places like Egypt’s “Red Sea” or Fiji’s coral coast and there are at least half a dozen other well-known diving locations with similar diving.
Brent Narbey
By
Brent Narbey

When is the Best Time of Year to visit Australia? – There is not a Short Answer.
Elizabeth Marshall
By
Elizabeth Marshall

The sheer size of Australia means there is a wide variation in climate. These range from a ‘wet’ and a ‘dry’ season in the tropical north, an area that is also prone to cyclones to the outback ‘the Red Centre’ that experiences blistering temperatures with severe droughts.  At the same time down south in Tasmania, an icy breeze from Antarctica can prevail – So planning your holiday is essential.

Elizabeth Marshall
By
Elizabeth Marshall

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