“Alice” as Alice Springs is affectionately called by Australians is almost smack in the middle of Australia. Its the second largest city in the Northern Territory and a popular gateway for those exploring the Red Centre. Located 1,500 km from both Adelaide in the south and Darwin in the north, Alice is a bit of a wild west town. When …
Our Tips for Exploring Uluru with Kids
Nothing quite prepares you for your first sight of Uluru. You have likely seen hundreds of photos of Australia’s iconic rock, but seeing it in person is an entirely different thing. Formerly known as Ayers Rock, a visit should be on any Australian itinerary. After spending nearly two years in Australia we almost didn’t make it to Uluru. I knew …
Planning a Family Campervan Holiday in Australia
We think a campervan road trip is the perfect way to explore Australia. In this post we are going to tell you why campervan holidays are so much fun with kids and how to determine the right vehicle for your family to start planning your trip. Why Choose a Campervan Holiday? You get to see a lot, but you have …
Road Trip: Driving Melbourne to Uluru
We spent the Easter school holidays driving from Melbourne to Uluru, through the Red Centre, to Alice Springs. It was an amazing journey into Australia’s Outback and a wonderful chance to see and experience the geographic and cultural diversity of Australia. You can fly direct from Melbourne to Uluru or Alice Springs, but this epic Uluru road trip allows you …
A Visit to the Alice Springs Desert Park
Alice Springs offers a wealth of great attractions and the Desert Park is one of the best things to do in Alice Springs. Run by the Northern Territory government this park brings the desert alive. We were blown away by the quality of the guides, knowledge we learned and intimate up-close experiences with desert wildlife. Not to mention the great …
The Best Campsites Near Melbourne
One of the things we love the most about being expats and living overseas is the opportunity to explore deeply our new home. Camping is a great budget way to see a lot of places and we love spending time in National Parks. In our time living in Melbourne, we camp at least once a month in the summer months …