“Sing a sad song in a lonely place, and try to put a word in for me” – Noel Gallagher. Back in 2010, I spent just short of 6 months living and working in Tasmania. It was a totally magical time of my life! In that time, I worked with a Devonport based agricultural company Read more about Backpacking In Australia🇦🇺: The Singing🎶🎤Toilet 🚽💩At Coles Beach, Devonport, Tasmania[…]
“Fly me down to capital city in the sun” – Noel Gallagher. Inspired by Nomadic Backpacker Trevor Warman’s post on capital cities he skip-packed on his journeys, here is a list of capital cities that escaped me to date (as of September 2024). For whatever reason, I have visited all these countries below but I Read more about Countries I Have Backpacked In But Skipped Their Capital City🇦🇶🇧🇴🇧🇷🇨🇦🇨🇩🇻🇨[…]
Are you planning a trip to Brisbane in a caravan? It’s a great idea! Caravan adventures are a quintessential part of the Australian experience, offering freedom, flexibility, and a unique way to explore the beautiful landscapes of Brisbane and beyond. Whether you’re a seasoned road-tripper or a newcomer to caravan travel, ensuring a safe and Read more about Safe and Sound: Top Tips for Caravan Journeys in Brisbane🇦🇺[…]
Long overdue then this one! Seventeen years ago this week I was backpacking in the North Island of New Zealand. Across a brace of trips to New Zealand, I have backpacked the North Island and the South Island but not yet Stewart Island. I ended up in Rotorua where I have backpacked through twice. I Read more about Backpacking in New Zealand🇳🇿: My Night As Chief At Tū Te Ihi, Tamaki Maori Village[…]
Here is a full list of My Printed Book Anthology By Jonny Blair (1980 – 2024) Backpacking Centurion Series – A Northern Irishman’s Journey Through 100 Countries My first book series is Backpacking Centurion which covers my journey from country 1 (Northern Ireland) to country 100 (Tunisia), from 1980 until 2015. This series of four Read more about My Printed Book Anthology By Jonny Blair🔴✋️☘️[…]
Australia is an expansive and varied nation filled with adventures for the whole family to experience. Ranging from beautiful natural wonders to thrilling cultural activities, Australia provides no shortage of family-friendly attractions that promise an adventure-packed journey for visitors of all kinds. Here, we explore some of Australia’s best family attractions so that your trip Read more about Explore the Best Family-friendly Attractions in Australia[…]
Australia is a tapestry of contrasting landscapes, from its ancient rainforests and majestic coral reefs to its vast deserts and unique rock formations. The country’s unmatched beauty isn’t just for postcards; it offers profound lessons in the evolution of our planet and its biodiversity. Before venturing into this grand adventure, ensure your trip is seamlessly Read more about Natural Wonders: Australia’s UNESCO Sites and Breathtaking Ecological Marvels[…]
Brisbane is an excellent destination for scuba divers, offering some of Australia’s best dive sites. People who travel to the city can explore the rich marine life, colourful coral reefs, and abundant wildlife in some of the most stunning locations. However, it can be quite tricky to get from one place to the other. To Read more about Top 5 Brisbane Dive Sites You Must Visit[…]