Australia Travel Blog

Australian Travel Blog

Welcome to our Australia Travel Blog DownsideUP

This blog is dedicated to inform and inspire you on all things to do with Australia. Actually we write posts on anything that’s of interest in the South Pacific (our home) DownsideUP was started to inspire you to visit us DownUnder.  

Family Holiday Sydney
David Mckenzie
By
David Mckenzie
Family-friendly Sydney boasts awesome attractions and unforgettable memories for little and big kids alike. Here are some tips for travelling with children in Sydney.
David Mckenzie
By
David Mckenzie

Australian Travel Specialist
Maz
By
Marianne Davies
First Light Travel have been given the "Aussie Specialist" designation by Tourism Australia. This means you can count on our ultra-knowledgeable Travel Specialists to create a standout Australian holiday, itinerary or vacation for you. Find out how an Aussie Specialist can help you plan your perfect trip Down Under.
Maz
By
Marianne Davies

Hunter Valley Wine Tour
David Mckenzie
By
David Mckenzie
World-famous wine, pristine wilderness, brilliant activities... we'll show you how to get the most out of your visit to Australia's Hunter Valley.
David Mckenzie
By
David Mckenzie

Springtime in beautiful Western Australia
Maz
By
Marianne Davies
Spring in Australia lasts from September, through October and into November. With mild temperatures, stunning wildflowers and amazing festivals, here's why you should visit Australia in Spring.
Maz
By
Marianne Davies

Australian Winter
Maz
By
Marianne Davies

When is Winter in Australia?

Australian winter begins in June and lasts until the end of August. 

Australia's winter is warmer than some Northern Hemisphere countries in summer...
Is Australia cold in winter? It's cooler than summer, but if you're travelling from the Northern Hemisphere, you'll almost certainly find the temperatures much warmer than at home.
 

Maz
By
Marianne Davies

Autumn in the land Downunder
Maz
By
Marianne Davies
With warm, comfortable temperatures in much of the country, but fewer crowds and cheaper accommodation, fall is an ideal time for your Australia getaway. Find out how to make the most of an Autumn vacation in Australia.
Maz
By
Marianne Davies

How long to stay in Australia
Steve Taylor
By
Steve Taylor
Struggling to work out how long you need for your perfect holiday or vacaction in Australia? Plan your trip like a pro with this simple guide from our experts. Plus our local Travel Specialists will share Australian holiday itineraries they have been crafting for two decades.
Steve Taylor
By
Steve Taylor

Sydney Harbour Cruise
 Jessica Verme
By
Jessica Verme
Koalas don’t fly, neither do I ! This is a self-drive summer adventure around the beautiful East Coast of Australia! I am Jessica from Switzerland and this is my Ultimate Ozzie Adventure and I want to share the best parts with you. 1 Car, 3 Friends and 15 Days!
 Jessica Verme
By
Jessica Verme

Australian Summer
Maz
By
Marianne Davies
In December, January and February, Australia is at its summery best. Plan your summer holiday Down Under with our guide to the best destinations, events and things to do.
Maz
By
Marianne Davies

"Stranger from another Planet, Welcome! to our shores, the landscape here is pretty wild but I’m sure you’ll feel at home."
Elizabeth Marshall
By
Elizabeth Marshall

You are forgiven for thinking you’re facing a James Cameron Sci-Fi set, and one certainly not modeled on anything you would expect to find on this planet. Australia has more than it's fair share of extraterrestrial looking landscapes that have inspired onlookers for millennia. Here are just a few to inspire you off the beaten track to see beautiful Australian landscape …

Elizabeth Marshall
By
Elizabeth Marshall

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