It was hard to believe, but almost two years had passed since I first landed in … Dingoes, shipwrecks and a bumpy ride: exploring Fraser Island (without driving)Read more
North Stradbroke Island: an overlooked gem on Australia’s East Coast
North Stradbroke Island – or “Straddie”, as it’s known by the locals – is a popular … North Stradbroke Island: an overlooked gem on Australia’s East CoastRead more
All the jobs that I did on my Working Holiday Visa in Australia
Before I arrived in Australia to begin my Working Holiday Visa, I had heard of plenty … All the jobs that I did on my Working Holiday Visa in AustraliaRead more
Coral reefs and emus: exploring Exmouth, Western Australia
After a week of basing myself in Perth for an introduction to what Western Australia had … Coral reefs and emus: exploring Exmouth, Western AustraliaRead more
Five fantastic day trips from Perth
My time in Sydney was fairly short-lived. That’s not to say anything against the city at … Five fantastic day trips from PerthRead more
Twenty four hours in Australia’s Blue Mountains
It turned out to be exactly one year to the day that I first arrived in … Twenty four hours in Australia’s Blue MountainsRead more
Two days to Darwin: reaching the tropical capital
After my magical experience of journeying to the heart of Australia, my thoughts turned northwards. My … Two days to Darwin: reaching the tropical capitalRead more
Stars, sand and solitude: a journey to the heart of Australia
With my farmwork finished and my second Working Holiday Visa safely granted, it was time to … Stars, sand and solitude: a journey to the heart of AustraliaRead more
Beach, booze and barbecues: spending Christmas in Australia
As I sit in my attic room in Leeds in the north of England, bundled up … Beach, booze and barbecues: spending Christmas in AustraliaRead more
How long-term solo travel helped my career
In January 2016 I quit my professional job, got rid of most of my possessions, and … How long-term solo travel helped my careerRead more
