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A bucket list destination you never knew you had, Lord Howe Island is one of Australia’s best kept secrets. Surrounded by crystal clear reef to snorkel in, Lord Howe is characterised by tropical heat, palm trees and volcanic mountains to hike. Sound idyllic? I promise you, this is a destination you’ll never want to leave. To help you plan your stay here, I’ve put together a list of the “must do” experiences on the island, covering the best hikes, viewpoints and attractions not to be missed! Mount Gower Undeniably the island’s most iconic hike is an all-day trek that starts early in the morning and finished some 8-10 hours later. Mount Gower must be hiked with a trained guide, not only because the trail is unmarked but also due to the sheer cliff faces you are about to look down over, hanging on to a rope and with a hard hat no less! As the highest point on the island and with panoramic views (often obstructed by clouds which only adds to ...

Australia is a huge country and a couple of weeks just isn’t enough to see all the amazing places that this country has to offer. If you travel to Australia as a normal tourist you will only be allowed to stay for usually up to three months. But considering that Australia is located quite far away from most places, it might be worth to stay for a longer period of time if you are already spending so much money on plane tickets. So why not travel to Australia on a Working Holiday Visa instead? What is the Working Holiday Visa (WHV)? The WHV (subclass 417 or 462) will allow you to stay in Australia for up to 12 months, while being allowed to work. It also allows you to study for up to four months. It is also known under the name “Work and Travel” as people will work for a while to save up for travels and then travel for a bit before finding a new job somewhere else. In those 12 months you can leave and reenter Australia as many times as you like. ...

Updated : 03/27/19 | March 27th, 2019 Fraser Island in Australia is home to beaches that stretch for miles, rainforests, mangroves, swamps, sand dunes, and even more beaches. The island is an outdoor paradise and the perfect destination for some R&R if you’re looking to get away from it all for a few days. Part of Great Sandy National Park, Fraser Island was declared a World Heritage site in 1992, making it an ideal locale for anyone looking to get off the beaten path and spend some quality time outdoors (or at the beach!). Located in Queensland, Fraser Island is the world’s largest sand island. With a picturesque coastline that stretches as far as you can see, Fraser Island is one of the most beautiful spots Down Under. Just a day’s drive from Brisbane (about 6-7 hours by car), once you take the short ferry ride to the island you’ll be greeted by postcard-perfect vistas and all the sandy beaches that you’d ever want. In addition to lounging on the...