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Hi, I'm heading to Cairns on 19th July for three weeks. I plan on doing a few hikes, and would rather not go solo. I plan on hiring a campervan for 4 to 5 days and visit the Atherton tablelands to hike Mount Bartle Frere, and visit the other villiages and cater lakes in th...

Posted By Shell on 15th May 2021

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Sydney to Byron Bay 30/31 May

Hi, I am Lou, a Sydney resident driving to Byron Bay late May and returning approx 7-10 days later. Happy to offer a free ride in a comfortable moden SUV (Porsche Macan) to any adventurous, out going female for some company on the road trip. I am an easy going respectful g...

Posted By LouW on 9th May 2021

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Heading West

Hi I'm Paul I am planning to head off to Western Australia sometime late in June in my 4 wheel drive and off road caravan I live around the Canberra area so will probably head across the Nullarbor then up through WA to the Kimberley area then back home through Queensland ...

Posted By paul1892 on 3rd May 2021

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Travel to Central Northern Queensland July

Hi Ladies, I am a recently single again fit and well travelled Asian professional based in South Australia but planning one month sojourn in Cairns, Yeppoon, Rocky, and possibly extend to Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast from 4th July. I am travelling with a friend (we are b...

Posted By FrankArdyTjia on 2nd May 2021

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July Return trip to Perth to Karijini National Park

Hi my names Heather, So, I planned a return trip 2 years ago from Perth to Karijini but had to cancel my plans because my friend pulled out on me so, I am looking for a travel buddy or two who can drive, to drive with me from anywhere between 22-30 days in June this year. I...

Posted By WonderWoman on 30th March 2021

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Free camp at Burrumbeet Lake

Howdy all, another stunning free camping spot in Victoria... Lakes are full and the fishing is good:) Time away from the dry is always nice, rivers and lakes, what's not to love! Currently traveling central Vic on the cheap and have a spare detector if anyone is up for it...

Posted By WAorBust on 30th March 2021

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Travelling around OZ with a dog

Hi, my partner & I are trying to plan a 12 month working / caravaning trip around Australia with our dog & would love to hear from anyone who has done the same. We already have the Holidaying with Dogs book but would like to hear from anyone first hand regarding idea...

Posted By Bex on 10th October 2007

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Your experiences travelling around Australia with kids

Hi there I am writing an article about families travelling around Australia for long periods. I would really love to hear some of your experiences if you have done this recently (or in the past). Things I am interested in specifically are: 1. Funny stories / adventures 2. Ha...

Posted By Fiona on 21st October 2008

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Am I too old for backpacking?

Having begun backpacking at the age of 27 and travelled fairly extensively I now am wondering at what age one becomes too old for backpacking. I mean feeling just as fit and in some ways stronger at the age of 39 I can't help wondering if I would be perceived as being too ol...

Posted By mick on 26th July 2012

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