Oceania Articles

Dan Flying Solo
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Live the island life: 22 unique islands to visit in 2022

If you like your island life served up with more than sandy feet, these must-visit bucket list islands offer unique wildlife and attractions to explore.
A kangaroo with Dan
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Ten unforgettable Australia travel experiences not to be missed!

Australia is a bucket-list travel destination for many, and there are some incredible Australia travel expereinces no one should miss!
The Castlepoint lighthouse at sunrise, New Zealand
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Car or campervan for New Zealand? North Island two week road-trip itinerary

Nine reasons I believe you should hire a car, not a camper, in New Zealand, and a sample two week road-trip itineary for the North Island.
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Which luxury island escape is right for you: Aruba, Antigua, Fiji, the Maldives or Mauritius?

With stunning waters, white sands, and that unique island vibe, which is the best luxury island escape for you: Aruba, Antigua, Fiji, Maldives or Mauritius?
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Whangamomona Republic Day: That time I went to vote for a cat in an election…

The self-proclaimed Whangamomona Republic is in the north island of New Zealand, hidden down the forgotten highway of Taranaki and on the Whangamomona Republic Day is when it really comes to life.
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Quokkas and Coffee: A long weekend in Perth, Fremantle and Rottnest Island

From caffeinated city quarters to crystal clear water, and those adorable Quokka selfies, it turns out there is plenty to discover in the worlds more remote city!
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Is Sydney super expensive? Tips to save your travel dollar…

It's often called one of the most expensive cities in the world but having lived in Sydney and been a tourist there, you can still find plenty of ways to keep your costs down.
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Exploring Fiji from Nadi: Day Trips and Island Adventures

White sands, clear waters, friendly locals - say Bula to Fiji Time with some handy day-trips and Island adventures from Nadi and Denarau Island.
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Adelaide to Melbourne Road Trip: The extended Great Ocean Road

If there is one road trip down under you will know it's the Great Ocean road but the extended version, from Melbourne to Adelaide is even more stunning...
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11 New Zealand north island hidden gems

Waterfalls, beaches down dirt tracks, Japenese style gardens, and the movie stand in for Mount Fuji, don't miss these New Zealand North Island secret gems.
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Discovering Port Douglas and Aboriginal Culture

Ever since I moved to Sydney I was adamant I wanted to learn more about Aboriginal culture and the indigenous people of this vast land. Learning from a book is one thing, but to spend time with a local and understand their perspective is far more valuable...
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Why I Love Queensland: Video

When I teamed up with Lonely Planet and Three mobile to share somewhere that had captured my heart, it was a no-brainer, I booked a ticket to Queensland. I'm so excited to share this video of why I love this part of the world so much...
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A Bellarine Peninsula weekend road trip

Take a weekend break to the Bellarine Peninsula and discover a chilled Victoria destination that has all the small town charm that you won't find in the city of Melbourne...
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A boozy escape to the Bellarine Peninsula Wineries

The Bellarine Taste Trail in Australia is ideal for a boozy weekend of craft beer & wineries. If you want a weekend trip from Melbourne full of good eats, this is the winner...
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Falling in love with New Plymouth, Taranaki

Whilst many will say Mount Taranaki, always standing proudly in the middle of the region yet often hidden in cloud, is the jewel of Taranaki's crown, I'd have to disagree. New Plymouth is a city that seems to be evolving, fast, making it my favourite city in Aotearoa.
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Vivid Sydney

Sydney is hands down my favourite city. Beautiful beaches, great restaurants, good vibes and awesome year around events. The light festival, Vivid Sydney, is a great reason to visit during the winter months.
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7 Steps for a Spontaneous Weekend #SkyscannerRoulette

"How do you travel so much?" is by far the question I am asked the most often and really, the answer is super simple... Ready to find some cheap flights and enjoy a last minute get away?
Dan Flying Solo
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Exploring Fraser Island with Unique Fraser

With highway-beaches-airport combos, crystal clear lakes, mantas, champagne pools and the only rainforest known to grow on sand Fraser Island is one unique place. As I learnt, you will want more than one day here...
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Whitehaven beach: The worlds finest?

The Whitsundays beach situation is usually summed up with the picture perfect Whitehaven beach. Where to start? Fly over or swim under? This one of those places that truly took my breath away, let me tell you why.
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The Ghan Review: An argument for air travel?

The Ghan Review, train travel from a bygone era - think romance and relaxation. But does a whole day on a train have relevance in the modern world?