I moved to Australia in 2020 after visiting 3 times (and having married an Australian 9 years earlier).
We settled on Queensland as that is where my husband’s family is, though he grew up in Victoria.
Since moving to Brisbane, we have traveled around SE Queensland, taken many road trips, and traveled throughout New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania, and South Australia. We love visiting cities as well as small country towns.
I only write about the places we go!
*As to avoid repeats, each post is listed under the tab that best suits it. Scroll down to the heading you are looking for.*
Interesting Differences Between Schools in the US and Australia
What to Pack for a Trip to Australia
Best Water Shoes for Kids in Australia
Travel-Themed Gifts for Kids in Australia
Flights
Brisbane to San Francisco on United Airlines
Cathay Pacific Hong Kong to Brisbane
Cathay Pacific Brisbane to Hong Kong
Air Niugini Brisbane to Port Moresby
Tweed Eco Cruises Bushtucker + Crab Catching Tour
Sydney
Hotels
Sydney Hotels with Family Rooms
Itinerary
Restaurants
Kid-Friendly Restaurants with Playgrounds in Sydney
Things to Do
Sydney Observatory Family Tour Review
Sydney Opera House Tour with Kids Review
Free Things to Do in Sydney with Kids
Things to Do at Night with Kids in Sydney
Indoor Things to Do on a Rainy Day in Sydney with Kids
Beaches
Things to do in Airlie Beach and the Whitsunday Islands with Kids
Whitehaven Beach and Snorkeling at the Whitsunday Islands from Airlie Beach with Kids
Paradise Resort Gold Coast with Kids/Surfer’s Paradise with Kids
Great Barrier Reef
Green Island and Snorkeling at The Great Barrier Reef from Cairns with Kids
Great Barrier Reef Tours from Cairns
Mountains
A Quick Country Mountain Escape from Brisbane with Kids
Getaway to Stanthorpe and The Granite Belt with Kids
A Beautiful Day Hiking in Springbrook National Park with Kids
Fun Things to Do on Tamborine Mountain with Kids
O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat in Lamington National Park
Animals
Camels in Australia? Day Trip from Brisbane with Kids
Adventures
Spirit of the Outback Train from Brisbane to Longreach
Fun Things to Do Between Cairns and Townsville
Tree Top Adventures Ziplining with Kids Near Brisbane
Head Back in Time on the Mary Valley Rattler Steam Train
City Guides
Things to do in Toowoomba with Kids
Things to Do in Cairns When it is Raining
Things to Do in Townsville with Kids
One Day in Bundaberg with Kids
Things to Do in Daintree and Cape Tribulation
Things to do on the Sunshine Coast
Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Cairns
Hotels
All-Inclusive Luxury Resorts in Queensland
Paradise Resort Gold Coast with Kids/Surfer’s Paradise with Kids
Kid-Friendly Accommodations on the Gold Coast
Hotels
Brisbane Hotels with Rooftop Pools
Brisbane Hotels with Indoor Pools
Itinerary
1 Day in Brisbane Itinerary, 3 Ways
A Weekend in Brisbane with Kids Itinerary
Restaurants
Kid-Friendly Cafes in Brisbane
Enjoying the Best High Tea in Brisbane with Kids
AmazingCo Mystery Picnic and Family Date Night Review
Who Serves the Best Vanilla Slice in Brisbane?
Thanksgiving Dinner in Brisbane
City Guides
Fun Things to Do When it is Raining in Brisbane
Finding Fairy Doors in Brisbane
Museums
The Clock Tower at City Hall and The Museum of Brisbane
Cross River Rail Experience Centre
Neighborhood Guides
Things to Do with Kids
Which Brisbane Library branch has the Best Children’s Area?
The Best of Brisbane for FREE with Kids
Fun Things to Do in Brisbane with Kids
Daring Things to Do in Brisbane with Adventurous Kids
Story Bridge Adventure Climb with Kids
Kid-Friendly Escape Rooms in Brisbane
The Best Indoor Fun with Kids in Brisbane
The Best of Brisbane Up Late After Dark with Kids
Public Pools, Splash Parks, and Water Slides for Kids in and around Brisbane
Free Swimming Pools Near Brisbane
Fun Places to Play Putt-Putt with Kids in Brisbane
In and Around Brisbane with Kids Who Love Science
Finding Harry Potter in Brisbane with Kids Who Like Magic
Where to Take Your Train-Loving Kids
Brisbane Birthday Party Venue Ideas
Easy Bushwalks with Discovery Centres for Kids Near Brisbane
Brisbane School Holidays Camps and Workshops
Animals
Where am I Guaranteed to See Australian Animals Close to Brisbane?
Where to See All of the Australian Animals Right in the City
Best Whale-Watching Tours Near Brisbane
Adult Fun in Brisbane
Adventurous Date Night Ideas in Brisbane
Hotels with Day Passes for Swimming in Brisbane
A Relaxing Day Alone in Brisbane on a Budget
City Guides
In and around Ipswich with Kids
How to Spend a Beautiful Day Outside Near Brisbane with Kids
Mountains
28 Fun Things to Do on Tamborine Mountain with Kids
A Quick Country Mountain Escape from Brisbane with Kids
A Beautiful Day Hiking in Springbrook National Park with Kids
Beaches
Hiking to the Fairy Pools in Noosa National Park
Animals
Where am I Guaranteed to See Australian Animals Close to Brisbane?
Camels in Australia? Day Trip from Brisbane with Kids
Day Trip from Brisbane with Kids: Feed Baby Goats
Adventures
Head Back in Time on the Mary Valley Rattler Steam Train
Tree Top Adventures Ziplining with Kids Near Brisbane
Finding Harry Potter in Brisbane with Kids Who Like Magic
Day Trip From Brisbane with Kids Who Love Rocks
Day Trip From Brisbane with Kids: Tree Top Challenge Juniors Ziplining
Escape Brisbane with Kids: Rainforest and Glow Worms
A Full Day of Fun at the Ginger Factory with Kids
Gem Mining with Kids Near Brisbane
Museums
The Children’s Gallery at Ipswich Art Gallery
The Workshops Rail Museum Visit with Kids
City Guides
Things to Do in Cooroy with Kids
How to Spend a Beautiful Day Outside Near Brisbane with Kids
Things to Do on the Sunshine Coast
Kid-Friendly Restaurants on the Sunshine Coast
Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Noosa
Things to do on a Rainy Day on the Sunshine Coast
Boat Rides
Discover the Beautiful Noosa Everglades
Hiking with Kids
Glasshouse Mountains Lookout and Mount Ngungun Summit Hike with Kids
Hiking to the Fairy Pools in Noosa National Park
Buderim Forest Park Waterfall Walk
Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve Rainforest Walk and Discovery Centre
Beaches
A Few Hours in the Stunning Sands of Rainbow Beach with Kids
Adventures
Bli Bli Aqua Park + Things to Do in Bli Bli with Kids
Mary Valley Rattler Steam Train
Tree Top Adventures Ziplining with Kids Near Brisbane
Where am I Guaranteed to See Australian Animals Close to Brisbane?
Hotels
Kid-Friendly Accommodations on the Gold Coast
Paradise Resort Gold Coast with Kids
Animals
Where am I Guaranteed to See Australian Animals Close to Brisbane?
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary on the Gold Coast with Kids
Hiking with Kids
Things to Do on Tamborine Mountain with Kids
Adventures
Things to do When it’s Raining on the Gold Coast
Cheap Things to do on the Gold Coast
How to Spend a Beautiful Day Outside Near Brisbane with Kids
Tree Top Challenge Juniors Ziplining
Kid-Friendly Restaurants on the Gold Coast
Things to do at Night with Kids on the Gold Coast
Things to do at Night on the Gold Coast
Things to do at Night in Surfers Paradise
Longreach
Spirit of the Outback Brisbane to Longreach
Hotels
Family-Friendly Accommodations in Longreach
Restaurants
Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Longreach
Things to Do
Cobb and Co Stagecoach Experience
Best Things to Do in Longreach
Winton
Family-Friendly Accommodation in Winton
Australian Age of Dinosaurs Guide
Cunnamulla
Charleville
Family-friendly accommodation in Charleville
Adelaide
Hotels
Adelaide Hotels with Indoor Pools
Adelaide Hotels with Rooftop Pools
Itinerary
24 Hours in Adelaide Itinerary
Restaurants
Kid-Friendly Restaurants with Playgrounds in Adelaide
Things to Do
Free Things to Do in Adelaide with Kids
Things to Do in Adelaide with Kids
Things to Do Indoors with Kids in Adelaide
Things to Do with Kids in Adelaide at Night
Barossa Valley
Coober Pedy
Accommodation
Underground Hotels in Coober Pedy
Where to Stay in Coober Pedy with Kids
Things to Do
Things to Do in Coober Pedy with Kids
Things to Do at Night in Coober Pedy
Road Trips
Adelaide to Coober Pedy Road Trip
Things to Do Between Port Augusta and Coober Pedy
Hotels
Kid-Friendly Accommodations in Hobart
Hobart Hotels with Indoor Pools
Itinerary
A Quick Loop Around Tasmania with Kids
A Quick Loop Around Tasmania with Kids: The Short Version
3-Day Hobart Itinerary with Kids
Restaurants
Kid-Friendly Restaurants with Playgrounds in Tasmania
Melbourne
Restaurants
Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Melbourne
Things to Do
Queen Victoria Market Food Tour
Things to Do in Melbourne with Kids
Things to do When it is Raining in Melbourne
Legoland Discovery Centre Melbourne
Trips from Melbourne
The Great Ocean Road with Kids
Sovereign Hill Day Trip from Melbourne