Why Train Journeys?

Train journeys are an incredible way to travel with many exciting Ecotourism offerings. Discover why we choose trains for long-distance journeys, city commutes and fun local experiences.   Find booking information and links to start your train adventures. Train Journeys Made Easy Having convenient and cost-effective transportation options can greatly enhance your travel experience.  The first […]

Great Train Journeys Australia: Queensland Rail

Take Queensland Rail for great train journeys of Australia. Queensland Rail offer a fantastic ecotourism experience by connecting to outstanding natural attractions in Australia! Rail is how to see the Great Barrier Reef, Whitsundays and the Wet Tropics. Travel inland for an ‘Outback’ experience. Queensland is the northernmost state of Australia, which stretches from the […]

Great Train Journeys Australia: Indian Pacific

Indian Pacific Train on the Nullarbour

For great Australian train journeys take the Indian Pacific. The Indian Pacific takes passengers on great southern train journeys crossing the continent of Australia from the Indian Ocean in the west to the Pacific Ocean in the east and visa versa. The Nullarbor awaits! These epic transcontinental journeys run between Sydney and Perth or Perth […]

Cost to Travel Europe from Australia & New Zealand

Explore the cost to travel Europe from Australia and New Zealand. See a breakdown of expenses, budgeting and safety guides. The costings are based on a couple travelling over a one month period, in Western Europe. Cost of travel options from Australia and New Zealand to Western Europe Derek and I travelled in Western Europe, […]

Visit the Bilby: Australia’s Overlooked Marsupial

Graphic showing the impact of Bilby habitat invasion by cats

Don’t overlook one of Australia’s cutest marsupials! Find where and how to visit the Bilby with exhibits located in the outback and city settings. For example, Charleville is the home of Save The Bilby Fund, a grassroots initiative, that is raising awareness of Bilby and undertakes important conservation work. So, tourist who visit the Funds’ […]

K’Gari Fraser Island for Natural Australia

Visit K’Gari Fraser Island to experience a top natural attraction in Australia. The natural environment show cases lush rainforest with azure fresh water lakes, streams and a spectacular wild coast line. This 123 km long sand island is known for impressive sand dune formations. Located in the Coral Sea 290 Km north of Brisbane, Queensland, […]

Waitomo for Top Attractions in New Zealand

The Waitomo region offers the top natural attractions in New Zealand. Tourists are wowed by the Waitomo Cave’s natural beauty and glow worm light displays. Take the short walks to experience water falls, beaches and nature galore. Trip Planner for Waitomo Natural Attractions The Waitomo region’s central location is close to Lake Taupo and a […]

Cairns Day Trips the Best in Australia

Cairns Day Trips are the Best in Australia! Cairns east coast location is a gateway to the best natural attractions in Australia. Visit the Great Barrier Reef, Stunning Beaches, Kuranda Historic Rail, and tropical rainforest. Trip Planning for a Cairns Day Trip Itinerary The city of Cairns is located in northern tropical Queensland, a vast […]