Cycling Uluru/Ayers Rock: Australia’s iconic natural landmark
Updated April 18, 2022 It was a recurring question about my trip Down Under. “What were the highlights?” The answer was easy. Cycling Uluru/Ayers Rock was consistently in my top three. What is Uluru? Officially known as Uluru/Ayers Rock, it is a massive...
Charming terrace houses and vibrant street art in Melbourne
There’s something to be said about enjoying architecture rooted in a country’s past. That was my experience in Melbourne, Australia. It was on a pleasant Sunday in March that I headed to the inner-Melbourne suburb of Fitzroy in search of charming terrace houses and...
The extraordinary wildlife of Alice Springs Desert Park
The Alice Springs Desert Park shatters the illusion that the Red Centre is the dry, dead heart of the continent. The carefully constructed and curated conservation area at the base of the West MacDonnell Range hosts a wide range of fascinating animals in their natural...
Brisbane to Cairns on the Spirit of Queensland: Is the RailBed sleeper worth it?
“So let me get this straight. You could have flown business class on points, on a direct flight from Sydney to Cairns for $25 in taxes and fees. Instead, you flew from Sydney to Brisbane for $22 and from there took the train to Cairns for $389? In other words, you...About
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