After a short stop at the Big Merino, I was reminded of all the great "big" stuff I've seen in my time. I love the kitsch of these roadside attractions. There are hundreds here in Australia, but here's just a taste of what I've seen in my travels. The Big Merino, Golburn, New South Wales, … [Read more...] about Photo Essay: Bigger is Better
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Where Are All the Kangaroos?
Before leaving Los Angeles, Jade of Vagabond 3 told me that the one thing I had to do in Australia was Kangaroo Island. The local bartender in Adelaide had the same response: "You'll just LOVE it." I was pretty much sold. The third-biggest island in the country (after Tasmania and Melville … [Read more...] about Where Are All the Kangaroos?
The Australian Adventure: One Month In
How do I begin to explain this crazy, and often overwhelming, adventure I have embarked on? I scribbled some notes in my little black book in hopes of organizing my thoughts, but I'm afraid that they're just as jumbled on the screen as they are in my head. But here's my best shot. Here are the … [Read more...] about The Australian Adventure: One Month In
Adelaide: Melbourne’s Hipster Kid Sister
Adelaide was never really in the plans. There were no big tourist sites like in Sydney and we didn't have friends there like in Melbourne. It was more like, "You want to keep going to Adelaide?" "Sure, why not." I hadn't formed the best opinion of the South Australian capital prior to visiting since … [Read more...] about Adelaide: Melbourne’s Hipster Kid Sister
What to See on The Great Ocean Road
It's one of the most iconic drives in all of Australia, reminiscent of California's Pacific Coast Highway. The GOR has miles and miles of lush green forests, rocky beaches, and laid-back surfer towns. Although it's not on everyone's Australian to-do list like the Sydney Opera House and Great Barrier … [Read more...] about What to See on The Great Ocean Road