Zoos can be controversial. Historically they were cramped, crowded places that kept animals in enclosures far too small for them. Today, our expectations have changed a lot and we no longer want to see animals in small cages. Many zoos around the world have changed...
At heart I'm a budget traveller who likes the occasional slice of luxury thrown in. My usual method of achieving this is to decide on the one or two things I am going to splurge on during the trip, and then everything else is done on a budget. To help you find the...
For years, Renmark was one of those elusive places that I kept saying I needed to get to, but it just didn't seem to happen. In the last couple of years the stars seem to have aligned and I have visited multiple times. Sometimes I was just passing through, others I...
Are you looking for a reliable, comfortable, well-positioned hotel in Adelaide that doesn't break the bank? The Holiday Inn Express might be just the place for you. Here is my Holiday Inn Express Adelaide review to give you some extra information. Have Questions? -...
Of all Australia's interesting and unique wildlife, the crowd favourite is surely the koala. These cute and fluffy icons regularly melt hearts and they are often number one of the wildlife visitors want to see. They're not as common as kangaroos or emus though, so...
In November 2021, Sofitel opened the newest five-star hotel in Adelaide, this one being the first truely international brand to do so. I've been eager to stay ever since, and recently had the opportunity. Here is my Sofitel Adelaide review. Have Questions? - Come...
Over the last few years I have gone on quite a few steam train rides in South Australia. I didn't realise that we had so many on offer here, and I definitely don't think of myself as a train enthusiast. There is something about train travel though. It's noisy,...
South Australia has some incredible and unique experiences, and this is one of them. Each winter, Giant Cuttlefish converge on the top of the Spencer Gulf for breeding. Here is how you can see the Giant Cuttlefish at Whyalla for yourself. Have Questions? - Come and...
The Lions 360 experience at Monarto Safari Park has been on my bucket list for quite a while now. This week, thanks to a Great State Experience voucher, I finally got to go and do it. Here are all the details and what I thought of the experience. Have Questions? -...
Planning an itinerary for Australian road trips can often me a very subjective thing, changing with the interests of the traveller, the time of year and local events. This ultimate South Australia itinerary will give you a great starting point to plan your perfect...
Australia is home to to world's oldest continuously living civilisation, the indigenous Australian Aboriginals. There are lots of experiences, attractions and destinations that can help you to learn a little about their culture. These are the best Aboriginal...
Wherever you go in the wheat belt areas of Australia (mostly towards the south) then you will see grain silos towering over the surrounding landscapes. These concrete behemoths were forever present in my childhood. They were always the first thing we would see of...
Streaky Bay is exactly what you would expect from an idyllic beachside town, laidback and friendly. The ocean laps gently at the shore in the protected bay, perfect for a lazy beach day before mingling with the locals over dinner at the pub. If you can drag...
Are you looking for something to do in Adelaide? There are a huge range of different tours that can be done with a spare hour or two without travelling outside of the city centre. From ghost tours to food tours, kayaking and street art, there are many options to...
Are you looking for some new ideas for weekend getaways from Adelaide? Have you been to the Barossa Valley and Victor Harbor dozens of times and it's now time to find a new place to visit? Here are some some lesser known suggestions for a short break from Adelaide...
