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Field of Light Uluru by Bruce Munro

Last week I was fortunate enough to be part of the Media launch for the Bruce Munro Field of Light. We boarded the coach at 5am bound for a unique desert destination. Our Driver Guide gave us a brief welcome and introduction, but also kept us in a certain amount of suspense. We ventured down a short...

A True Taste of Tasmania

When I think of Tasmania, what comes to mind is the crisp air, fresh and untainted by high rises and heaving populations. It hits you as soon as you step off the plane. Then it’s the feel of luxury and unpretentious opulence and the hidden gems, backstreets filled with quirky villages and stunning c...

Family Holiday in Uluru

When it comes to planning the perfect family holiday the options are endless. Do we go overseas or stay locally? Will it be suitable for my children? Is it safe and will they enjoy it? All these questions plus more are asked. My family was very fortunate to travel to Uluru and experience some of the...

A memorable trip to the Top End

June and July in Melbourne are cold! It was great to break away from the temperatures where going outside is no fun and experience a three day escape and adventure to the very Top End of Australia! Darwin, Litchfield National Park and Kakadu National Park was amazing, partially because the average t...

Exploring the waterfalls of the Top End!

The sun was burning, the humidity was extreme and we’d been driving for an hour and a half. We hopped off the coach, eager to climb down the 150 stairs that would lead us to Florence Falls. After a quick pit stop at the viewing platform to catch our first glimpse of the two cascading waterfalls, we ...

KIWI FACTS: New Zealand's Precious Native Bird

In the lovely region of Rotorua, New Zealand, you’ll find quite a few amazing attractions such as Lake Rotorua, Kuirau Park foot pools, Lake Okareka Boardwalk and Rainbow Springs Nature Park, just to name a few. Rainbow Springs Nature Park nestles itself alongside the beautiful rain forests of Rotor...

AAT Kings' Easter Egg Hunt: Emu Eggs

AAT Kings are embarking on an Easter Egg Hunt around Australia and New Zealand! We’re going to be exploring these regions looking for some unique eggs from all sorts of furry, feathery, spikey and scaly friends. First off we’ve found one of Australia's Emu eggs. The Emu lays one of the largest eggs...

AAT Kings' Easter Egg Hunt: Platypus Eggs

So far on our Easter Egg Hunt around Australia and New Zealand, we’ve discovered the big and beautiful Emu egg. What a find! Next we’re going to be looking for the deeply buried Platypus egg. The Platypus is a semi-aquatic, egg-laying mammal which lives strictly along the east coast of Australia. ...

AAT Kings' Easter Egg Hunt: Little Penguin Eggs

So far we’ve collected an Emu and Platypus egg on our Easter Egg Hunt around Australia and New Zealand. Now we’ve stumbled across the very cute Little Penguin – we’re wondering what its eggs look like! The Little Penguin (or blue penguin as it’s referred to in New Zealand) is named that way due to...

AAT Kings' Easter Egg Hunt: Echidna Eggs

Ouch, watch your step! We just found a spiny animal who lays a single egg at a time – what could be inside? It’s a baby Echidna of course! Have you read about the Emu, Platypus, Little Penguin eggs we've already discovered around Australia? The Echidna is one of oldest surviving mammal on the plane...

AAT Kings' Easter Egg Hunt: Tuatara Eggs

Have you been collecting the eggs with us? We’ve already come across Emu, Platypus, Little Penguin and Echidna eggs in Australia – what extraordinary creatures they are! Now we’ve jumped across the Tasman Sea to New Zealand and found the dinosaur-like egg of the Tuatara lizard! The Tuatara lizard ...

AAT Kings' Easter Egg Hunt: Kiwi Bird Eggs

On our journey around Australia and New Zealand we've discovered Emu, Platypus, Little Penguin, Echidna and Tuatara eggs! Our search for Australia and New Zealand’s incredible Easter Eggs comes to a close as we uncover the adorable flightless Kiwi Bird. These little guys are truly unique, and you wo...

The Beginners Guide to Australian Bush Tucker & Native Foods You Can Try

When it comes to Australian cuisine, there are a few things which are known to be quintessentially Aussie, like a meat pie and sauce, a vegemite sandwich, lamingtons or ANZAC bickies. But there’s something which is inherently Australian that’s often left off that list: Australian Bush Tucker. Bush t...

Eating Nature in NZ – New Zealand’s Edible Plants

Nobody wants to end up like that guy from ‘Into the Wild’, eating something seemingly harmless from the bush then dying from its poison. When it comes to foraging and eating wild plants, you need to know your stuff, especially if you’re in the thriving forests of New Zealand. Knowing a little about ...

Endangered Species in the Great Barrier Reef & How To See Them

Endangered Species of the Great Barrier Reef The World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef is the largest coral reef system in the world, boasting one-third of the earth’s coral population and the greatest marine biodiversity of anywhere on the planet. Located in the North-East of Australia, it’s the...

The Ultimate Guide to Western Australia’s Wildflowers & Where to See Them

The big and beautiful state of Western Australia is renowned for its breathtaking beaches, widespread wineries, and expansive outback. It’s also home to the largest wildflower collection on Earth, boasting more than 12,000 precious species – 60 percent of which can only be found in Western Australia...

Stargazing in New Zealand – The Best Times & Spots

Ironically, the best view on earth is not on earth at all, it’s above us: that big ol’ galaxy, those spectacular stars. Stargazing is a great pastime, you get to behold unique celestial features and crazy-beautiful constellations all while you’re lying down. You can do it with someone else or by you...

Things To Do In Melbourne This Long Weekend - If AFL Isn't Your Thing

With the 2018 AFL Grand Final expected to bring upwards of 100,000 fans into the bustling streets of Melbourne this long weekend, it might be time to start making other plans if you haven’t scored tickets to the big game… or if AFL just isn’t your thing. If you are in the city for the big game but a...

Bushwalk your way through Australia

The sound of the birds, the all-encompassing fresh air and sunshine, and the overall sense of peace you start to feel when walking through the bush or through a rainforest are undoubtably a few of life’s greatest pleasures. We think that bushwalking is the ideal way to spend a weekend, especially if...

Uluru Sunrise & Field of Light

Never has an early morning start been more rewarding. The silent morning air that encompasses the desert landscape of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is filled with gasps and amazed ‘ooohs’ and ‘aaahhs’ as the first group to wander through the desert paths are met by four acres of flowing fibre optic...

New Zealand’s Spectacular South

A plethora of natural wonders and iconic landscapes await when you embark on a journey through New Zealand’s South Island. We are truly amazed at how distinctly different the two islands of New Zealand are, and how much they offer to any kind of traveller, so if you get the chance to discover both, ...

Best things to do in New Zealand's Magical North Island

New Zealand is a land of spectacular natural contrast, rich vibrant culture and iconic local charm. For a small country, there is an unbelievable amount of beauty and nature to experience, and then appreciate. Despite the South Island being known for its plethora of natural wonders such as Milford S...

Wildlife of Kakadu National Park

Where is Kakadu National Park? Travel to the heart of Australia’s Top End and you will find what can only be described as a natural paradise. World Heritage listed for its breathtaking landscape, flourishing wildlife and Aboriginal cultural significance, Kakadu National Park is a dream location for ...

Your Guide to the Best Things to do in Hobart

While the island state of Tasmania may seem like it’s a world away for those of us in the other states and territories of Australia (especially our friends in WA), never has there been a better time to visit. Tasmania’s capital, Hobart, is an enchanting little city built around a beautiful yacht-stu...

Incredible Uluru Facts You Need To Know Before You Go

Visiting Uluru is a rite of passage for all that live in or are visiting Australia. The sheer size of the monolith is awe-inspiring and the mystery that surrounds its origins add to the magic of the site. However, learning about how the rock came to be from a scientific perspective and diving into t...

Beautiful national parks across Australia and New Zealand

When it comes to the natural world, the Australasian continent is one of the most fascinating and diverse places on the planet. With a huge range of climates, landscapes and ecosystems packed into such a (relatively!) small area, it's almost impossible to run out of beautiful places to explore. From...

5 of the World's Most Iconic Lakes

Ah, lakes - who doesn’t have sweet summer memories of swimming in and taking boat rides on their scintillating waters? If you’ve spent a lot of time with them, however, you’ll know that every lake has its own personality of sorts. Some are simply more memorable than others. This week we’ll take a lo...

In Full Bloom: The Best Places to See Western Australia’s Wildflowers

It doesn’t get much better than Springtime in Australia; the warmth of the afternoon sun during a hike through Cradle Mountain, unbeatable views of the Hunter Valley’s lush rolling hills during a wine tasting, and of course the spectacular sprawling fields of Western Australia's wildflowers in full ...

Winter’s saying ‘slow down’ but Tasmania’s saying ‘come down’…and we’re listening!

Is it just us, or has winter descended upon us all seemingly overnight?! For most of Australia, winter is a time where everything slows down, people start to go out less and spontaneous events become far and few in-between. All of that is true…unless of course you’re in our favourite island state, T...

Best Beaches In WA

BEST BEACHES IN WESTERN AUSTRALIA WESTERN Australia is big. We’re talking Australia’s-largest-state big with more than 2,600,000 sq/km of land sitting inside an area that accounts for roughly one-third of this Southern Hemisphere continent. It’s big enough to accommodate most of Western Europe, coul...

Things To Do In Cradle Mountain

TOP THINGS TO DO IN CRADLE MOUNTAIN AUSTRIAN-born botanist Gustav Weindorfer settled on a day early in 1909 to make his first ascent of Cradle Mountain. He'd been gazing at the distinctive peak for almost three years, spotting the ridge after arriving on the Apple Isle with his Aussie bride Kate Cow...

Places In Victoria

TOP 10 TOURIST PLACES TO VISIT IN VICTORIA Ask a Victorian to crown Australia’s top state and it’s no revelation to hear them nominate their home turf. But there’s more than sentimentality to this claim, with Melbourne again named the country’s most-liveable city – and 10th in the world – by the Eco...

Top 10 Swimming Spots in The Northern Territory

The Northern Territory often conjures up images of ochre sands, blazing sunsets, and night skies filled with celestial wonders, but unbeknownst to many, the Northern Territory is home to some of Australia’s most idyllic and tranquil swimming spots. Therapeutic thermal springs, crystal clear waterhol...

OVERTOURISM: THE WHERE, WHY AND WHAT

WHAT do Venice, Boracay, Machu Picchu, Mount Everest, Angkor Wat and Santorini have in common? Sure, they’re all destinations that fill the top spots on many a traveller’s bucket list. But there’s something else linking these world-famous locations. These spots – as well as a few other places like I...

Best Beaches In Australia

IF we were to compose a list of the things that define Australia it would be beaches and lazy sun-seeking days on the sand that ranks right up there with football, meat pies, kangaroos, and Holden cars. After all, the world’s largest island and smallest continent does boast 34,000km of coastline – a...

Tasmanian Devil Facts

What is a Tasmanian Devil? The Tasmanian Devil is the largest carnivorous marsupial in the world. About the size of a small dog, they are characterized by their stocky, muscular build, black fur, pungent odor and keen sense of smell. Their large head and neck allow them to generate a strong bite for...

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