Travelling with Kids – Adventure isn't just about the plane trips!
If you are on the hunt for the best Gold Coast resorts for families to help you plan your trip, then this list of options is for you! We’ve pulled together our top picks of family-friendly resorts on the Gold Coast to help you organise your trip! The Gold Coast is a wonderful family holiday …
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 …
Picked right, the Strawberry is one of the most satisfying fruits to munch on. Across coastal Australia, you can find pick your own at a plethora of Strawberry farms. Strawberry picking each season has become one of our favourite activities with the kids. To help you find a Strawberry Farm where you can pick your …
With a trip planned to Tropical North Queensland we were super keen to take the kids on the Kuranda Scenic Railway so they could experience what is quite possibly one of Australia’s most unique train rides under a few hours in length. From green class Shinkansen travels in Japan, to Thomas the Tank Engine in …
When asking our community on Family Travel Guides Australia where we should base ourselves when heading to Tropical North Queensland almost everyone recommended Port Douglas, citing is as brimming with things to do with kids as well as a plethora of accommodation options. In fact, we found a bounty of things to do in Port …
Looking for a place to head with the family where it’s almost always warm? Tropical North Queensland might just be the destination for you! With a plethora of attractions, there’s a bounty of things to do in Cairns with kids, making it an ideal getaway spot for the whole family. Which things to do in …
If you are heading to Tropical North Queensland and wondering what to do in Cairns with the kids to keep them occupied at a low cost, my top recommendation is to head to the Cairns Esplanade and discover Muddy’s Playground. Visiting Muddy’s Playground on the Cairns Esplanade Prior to our visit, I spotted Muddy’s Playground …
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 …
Welcome to Brisbane. The weather’s fine, the vibe is relaxed and kids travel on public transport for free on the weekends. It’s the perfect recipe for a unique family holiday that will really engage your kids but not give your wallet permanent damage at the same time. Yes, Brisbane with kids is all about having …
Over the years we have been in the audience at many Circus performances, even a previous Cirque du Soleil. They have a certain rhythm, a certain predictability. I was expecting much of a muchness as we headed to the Entertainment Quarter at Moore Park to watch KOOZA by Cirque du Soleil. I humoured the kids, yes …
Have you noticed the steep decline in food manufacturers opening their doors for organised factory tours? Once upon a time, schools would pack their students into a bus and visit the local biscuit or chocolate factory for a look around. I loved these visits when I was a kid. They are extremely hard to come by …
The Sunshine Coast is a glorious family destination. Drive a few kilometres from your accommodation and there is no doubt that you will find something new and thrilling every single day of your stay. We had the most amazing time over our Spring holiday. A few days into our trip we headed to Aussie World …
Last July we stayed in Sydney for the school holidays and quickly declared that we needed to plan somewhere warm for spring. I thought Europe. T was a little more realistic and suggested the Sunshine Coast. Our bank account agreed. When spring arrived, we flew into Brisbane airport, hired a car and headed north. With …