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Compare Cheap Campervan Hire in Australia

October 14, 2017April 6, 2018 Jodie Brownlee

Campervan hire can be a cheap and fun way to explore Australia, but beware of hidden fees. You would think an ‘all-inclusive’ quote means that everything is included in the price, right? The answer is often NO. We compare the … Continue reading Compare Cheap Campervan Hire in Australia

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Terrace Reserve Holiday Park, Brunswick Heads

January 28, 2016January 29, 2016 Jodie Brownlee

Terrace Reserve Holiday Park is located on the crystal clear waters of Simpsons Creek and surrounded by nature reserves. The waters are calm making it a sheltered place for swimming. Kids enjoy jumping off the Simpsons Creek footbridge into the creek at high … Continue reading Terrace Reserve Holiday Park, Brunswick Heads

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Almost Free Camping: Atherton Tablelands, Queensland

September 22, 2015June 4, 2018 Jodie Brownlee

There are two rest areas on the Atherton Tablelands with flush toilets, picnic tables, and BBQs. They are Winfield Rest Area and Rocky Creek. Winfield Rest Area (Update: June 2018 – no overnight parking) Sadly, this is no longer allowing … Continue reading Almost Free Camping: Atherton Tablelands, Queensland

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11 Reasons to Visit Wooroonooran National Park

September 8, 2015April 7, 2018 Jodie Brownlee

Wooroonoran National Park is a sprawling 800 square kilometre (309 square mile) patch of paradise to the south of Cairns in North Queensland, Australia. It is a stunning place encompassing rivers, waterfalls, swimming holes, walking tacks, camping, a romantic couples retreat, mountain bike trails, … Continue reading 11 Reasons to Visit Wooroonooran National Park

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Goldsborough Valley Swimming Holes near Cairns

August 2, 2015August 3, 2015 Jodie Brownlee

There are many great places to swim in the Mulgrave River that flows through Goldsborough Valley – the Ross and Locke Park, the Goldsborough Camping and Picnic site, and the causeway further upstream. All photographers have been credited with their Instagram … Continue reading Goldsborough Valley Swimming Holes near Cairns

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Behana Gorge Swimming Hole near Cairns: Top Instagram Picks

July 29, 2015December 17, 2016 Jodie Brownlee

Behana Gorge is a secluded water hole shrouded in rainforest with a waterfall and a clear deep pool for swimming in. As it’s not sign-posted, it’s tricky to find and it involves a 45 minute (3 km) uphill walk to … Continue reading Behana Gorge Swimming Hole near Cairns: Top Instagram Picks

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Lake Conjola, NSW: In Pictures

July 28, 2015July 28, 2015 Jodie Brownlee

I used to drift across the lake on a lilo. The water was so clear I could watch the fish and sea life, right down to the crabs scuttling along the sand, in and out of the little seaweed forests. … Continue reading Lake Conjola, NSW: In Pictures

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Camping in Lake Conjola

July 27, 2015July 27, 2015 Jodie Brownlee

Lake Conjola flows into the ocean and its water is crystal clear. There are plenty of fish. The wildlife – kangaroos, kookaburras, possums, rainbow lorikeets – is friendly. The beach has white sand, dunes and is fringed by native bush. The … Continue reading Camping in Lake Conjola

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Free Camping at Babinda Boulders near Cairns

July 23, 2015July 23, 2015 Jodie Brownlee

Babinda is a pretty sugar cane town less than an hour’s south of Cairns set in picturesque countryside amid rainforests, crystal clear rivers, and of course, verdant fields of sugar cane. There are two beautiful campsites here, both are suitable for … Continue reading Free Camping at Babinda Boulders near Cairns

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6 Questions You Should Ask When Hiring a Campervan

July 21, 2015October 13, 2017 Jodie Brownlee

Not all campervan hire companies will quote you all inclusive prices. Here’s a short list of questions to ask to be sure you’re given the REAL price when asking for a quote. 1. Is Insurance Included? How often have you compared prices … Continue reading 6 Questions You Should Ask When Hiring a Campervan

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Campervan or Car? A Cost Comparison for Road Trips in Australia.

July 20, 2015July 21, 2015 Jodie Brownlee

Which is more cost effective? I was curious to know how I could see as much of Australia as possible on a very tight budget. Hence, I compared touring in a campervan with touring in a car. The results were … Continue reading Campervan or Car? A Cost Comparison for Road Trips in Australia.

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5 Reasons You’ll Want to See Australia in a Campervan

July 20, 2015July 23, 2015 Jodie Brownlee

1. Freedom and Flexibility Australia is a big country (as big as the USA without Alaska, and 3/4 the size of the whole of Europe). If you airport hop to the main cities, you’ll be missing out on some of our most … Continue reading 5 Reasons You’ll Want to See Australia in a Campervan

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