Welcome!
We’re a family of four who loves to travel the world as well as experience what our own country (Australia) has to offer. We travel during school holidays while our daughters are at High School and try to travel on a budget, getting good value for our money. Although we do like the occasional splurge of business class and 5 star hotels.
Wendy is originally from London, England, and Dave from Perth, Australia. So between us, we have two continents covered. We also have a love for Asia.
Read our About Us page for more information and how to contact us.
Travel Destinations
AUSTRALIA
Australia is the largest country in Oceania and consists of the mainland, Tasmania, and many small islands.
NEW ZEALAND
New Zealand consists of two main islands (North and South plus about 600 smaller islands.
ASIA
Despite being the most populated continent, you can still find a slice of heaven.
Most Popular Posts
Sydney to Brisbane Road Trip Itinerary
A tried and tested detailed Sydney to Brisbane Road Trip Itinerary with five year old twins.
Singapore Zoo Review & Guide
Singapore Zoo is touted as one of the world’s best zoos and has around 1.9 million visitors a year. We don’t usually visit zoos on our travels, but we felt that this one deserved our attention. Was it worth going? Read our Singapore Zoo review to decide for yourself.
Karangahake Railway Tunnel Walk
The Karangahake Railway Tunnel Walk is one of the trails in Karangahake Gorge, New Zealand. It’s a picturesque hike with some interesting history and things to see along the way. We stopped to stretch our legs on our road trip from the Coromandel Peninsula to Rotorua.
Our Latest Travels
20 Must Do Things To Do in South West WA: Locals Guide 2024
Kaya/Hello, I’m Wendy a proud WA resident with a love of travel. I’ve lived in Perth since 2001 and have visited the South West at least times every year since then. During these times, I’ve seen the South West region evolve and explode into a popular tourist destination. In this post, I want to share…
Perth to Albany Road Trip Itinerary 2024: Locals Guide
Perth to Albany by Car Key Takeaways 🛣️ Distance: 415 km (258 miles)🚘 Driving Time: 4.5 hours☀️ My Favourite Time to Visit: Summer🚻 Facilities: Williams, Arthur River, Kojonup, Cranbrook, Mount Barker🛣️ Unsealed Roads: No Kaya/hello. My name is Wendy, and I’m a proud resident of Perth, Western Australia. I live here with my family, which includes my Perth-born…
The Best Dreamworld Gold Coast Review: A Family Adventure 2024
Hi there, I’m Wendy, and if you know me, you know I can’t resist a good theme park. Living in Australia, I’ve been fortunate to visit the Gold Coast often. Dreamworld was my go-to spot for family fun. In this blog post, I’ll take you through every corner of Dreamworld. We’ll cover the rides you…
Best Things To Do in Penang 2023
Things To Do in Penang Penang is known for its beaches, street food, and Georgetown, its well preserved cultural capital. Historical Heritage Founded by Captain Francis Light of The British East India Company in 1786, Georgetown became the first British settlement in Southeast Asia. Due to its well-preserved cultural and historical heritage, parts of Georgetown…
The Best Time to Visit the Gold Coast, Australia: A Comprehensive Guide 2024
Want to know the best time to visit the Gold Coast Australia? Living in Western Australia and visiting the Gold Coast yearly, we know the climate and unveil the best times for various preferences, offer weather considerations, and provide safety tips to ensure an unforgettable and worry-free trip. When is the Best Time to Visit…
Queensland School Holidays & Public Holidays 2024 to 2028
Looking for Queensland school holidays and public holiday dates? This is a complete list covering 2024 to 2028. If you’re planning a trip to this beautiful state during the school holidays, you’re in for a treat. With its stunning beaches, lush rainforests, and vibrant cities, Queensland offers heaps of activities and attractions to keep the…
Flights ✈️
We usually fly Virgin Australia domestically due to their competitive prices and fantastic customer service and fly with Qatar Airways to Europe.
Accommodation 🏩
We mainly use Booking.com for accommodation as they consistently have the lowest rates with free cancellation on most properties. We also book through Stayz for private accommodation as they are usually cheaper than Airbnb.
Car Rental 🚘
To compare rental car company prices, we use Discover Cars, an award winning car rental comparison website. They offer competitive pricing in over 10,000 locations worldwide and are highly-rated.
Campervan/RV Rental 🚐
Drivenow is a good resource to compare campervan hire in Western Australia as it includes all the large companies like Britz, Maui, Jucy as well as smaller ones.
Tours & Attractions 🎢
We book direct and use a mixture of third-party sites Viator, Get Your Guide & Klook due to their free cancellation policies, instant confirmation, price guarantees, and mobile ticketing.
Accessing Money 💵
We recently started using Wise to access funds internationally, including trips to Bali and Malaysia. They offer a debit card in 50 currencies and transfers are fast and free from hidden fees and exchange rate markups. Funds can be accessed through ATMs too. Wise has saved us a lot of money compared to our usual credit card and debit card.
Travel Insurance 🌏
Cover-More and Travel Insurance Direct are our preferred travel insurance companies for domestic and international travel.
See this Travel Insurance for Australia guide for more information.