Travelling with Kids – Adventure isn't just about the plane trips!
If you were to think about national symbols of Australia, what would come to mind? Some destinations or landmarks, perhaps? What if I asked to narrow your list down to animals? I’m thinking the koala will be listed, right? Cuddling a koala or seeing one in the wild is not just a bucket list item …
When heading to Western Australia as a family we each provided our top Bucket List items. Sunshine’s only wish was to get the perfect selfie with a quokka on Rottnest Island. Sunshine spent a long time working out how to get the perfect selfie with a quokka on Rottnest Island, It became an obsession as …
There are numerous zoos and wildlife parks in and near Adelaide for you to explore with the whole family. What’s more, Adelaide is the only place in Australia where you can see a giant panda, and there are a plethora of zoos and wildlife parks to visit. There is also an abundance of things to …
There are a plethora of Zoos and Wildlife Parks to explore in Sydney. But what is the best Sydney Zoo? Which one should you head to on your trip to New South Wales capital city? We’ve got you covered with all the details you need to know to help you make your decision about which …
With a plethora of things to do in Eden NSW with kids (or without!) you just have to visit! Eden is considered one of the best places in Australia to watch whales. It is the last major town on the New South Wales south coast prior to the Victorian border and is positioned on a …
When the kids were little, heading to our local lake to feed the ducks was one of our favourite activities. Initially, we would take the remainder of our loaf of bread, and take it in turns to rip the slices apart and throw them to the ducks, geese and other water birds. As it turns …
All around the world, there are numerous cameras set up to capture local wildlife getting up to all kinds of antics. From cheeky galahs to burrowing penguins, there are a huge range of animals to observe in their natural habitats. Stuck inside for a while (thank you pandemic!) we’ve searched for the best live wildlife …
Introducing the kids to Phillip Island’s famous Penguin Parade has been one of our Kid Bucket List items that also draws a whole lot of childhood nostalgia for me. I was Sunshine’s age when I first visited Phillip Island. We were on school camp. I can remember the excitement of heading to the Penguin Parade …
Taronga Zoo in Sydney is an iconic Sydney institution over 100 years of age that boasts an incredible conversation program. Having visited numerous times and experienced almost all facets of Taronga Zoo, only one experience has so far eluded us….the coveted Roar and Snore program. In fact the Taronga Zoo Roar and Snore Sleepover was …
Australia is well renowned for its rather large collection of reptiles, many of whom are listed in the world’s most dangerous, unusual or rare lists. Drive an hour north of Sydney and explore the Australian Reptile Park where you can safely get up and close to a multitude of these fascinating creatures. It’s a hands-on zoo, set in …
When visiting South Australia it is likely that you will contemplate a trip to Kangaroo Island, after all it is heralded as one of the state’s most magnificent areas of natural wonders. It has been on our bucket list for a number of years, but we have been deterred, unsure that there would be enough …
For children interested in learning about the animals and plants that call the waterways of Sydney and Australia home, a trip to Sea Life Sydney Aquarium with kids is the place to head, providing the opportunity for the family to get up close without getting wet. Situated in the bustling, family-friendly Darling Harbour precinct, it …
Looking for a new zoo to visit? Perhaps you are heading to Australia for the first time and wondering which Australian zoo or wildlife park is closest to your accomodation. Maybe you’re just after somewhere different to explore. When talking about Australian Zoos and Wildlife Parks with kids you are spoilt for choice. There are …