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The Australian Butterfly Sanctuary – Kuranda near Cairns

April 14, 2017 by Bryony @ Coasting Australia 3 Comments

A visit to Cairns would not be complete without a trip ‘up the hill’ to Kuranda. Known as ‘the village in the rainforest’, Kuranda is just a 30 minute scenic drive from Cairns. There is lots to see and do …

Filed Under: Australia, Explore Tropical North Queensland, Travel

10 Reasons to pack up and take your kids travelling

March 17, 2017 by Bryony @ Coasting Australia 4 Comments

When we tell people our plans to sell all our things, rent our lovely house out and travel around Australia in a converted bus, we get a variety of reactions. From looks of disbelief to high fives, we’ve had it …

Filed Under: Australia, Homeschool, kids, Learning, mum, Musings, Nature Play, parenthood, Travel, Uncategorized

Brisbane with Toddlers – free things to do and see!

February 27, 2017 by Bryony @ Coasting Australia 4 Comments

Brisbane is a fantastic destination to visit with toddlers, babies or children of any age – and what’s best of all is that you don’t need to spend big dollars to have big fun!

We have visited the mighty Bris-Vegas …

Filed Under: Australia, Travel

Top Tips for Travelling with Toddlers

August 6, 2016 by Bryony @ Coasting Australia 10 Comments

I love the word oxymoron. It’s one of my favourite words in the English language – but just like my other favourite word ‘monster’ there’s not a lot of use for it in daily conversation.

To be honest I’ve probably …

Filed Under: Australia, kids, mum, parenthood, Travel

Shove your travel snobbery in your backpack!

July 16, 2016 by Bryony @ Coasting Australia 5 Comments

Is it just me or is anyone else sick to the back cover of their Lonely Planet guide of seeing quotes/memes and very reputable travel companies advocating that we all stop being a tourist and actually start travelling.

Well I …

Filed Under: Australia, Musings, Travel

The Canopy Treehouse – Rainforest Accommodation in the Atherton Tablelands near Cairns

May 16, 2016 by Bryony @ Coasting Australia Leave a Comment

It can’t be a coincidence that the town name Tarzali is so similar to Tarzan and evokes images of lush jungles, wild creatures and exotic isolation. Because that’s exactly what we found when we travelled an hour and a half …

Filed Under: Australia, Explore Tropical North Queensland, kids, Nature Play, TNQ, Travel

Our Top 4 Dog and Kid friendly Outdoor Activities in Cairns

April 30, 2016 by Bryony @ Coasting Australia Leave a Comment

Below you’ll find a list of our favourite places to take the whole family – dog included! There are spots to swim and play – and you’ll find some incredible views along the way too!

If you’re looking for a …

Filed Under: Explore Tropical North Queensland, Pet Friendly Australia

Nature Play Qld – Come out to play!

March 28, 2016 by Bryony @ Coasting Australia 1 Comment

A few weeks ago I attended a community forum hosted by Nature Play Qld  aimed at reviving neighbourhood play in our community. My aim was to write about the event the next day – I find the longer I leave …

Filed Under: kids, Nature Play, parenthood, Parenting, Travel

A letter to my amphibious Aussie mates

March 17, 2016 by Bryony @ Coasting Australia 2 Comments

Dear Aussies,

This is a heartfelt letter to all you amphibious Aussies out there taking on the ocean like its a back yard paddling pool. That huge expanse of salty, wavey water is home to many a creature but not …

Filed Under: Australia, Ocean, Surfing, Travel, White Water Rafting

Herberton Historical Village – Atherton Tablelands near Cairns

January 10, 2016 by Bryony @ Coasting Australia 2 Comments

 

Sometimes just getting to the supermarket is a big deal requiring military style organisation (and shouting) so the thought of us heading out for a daytrip came not without a few worries! I have turned into a bit of …

Filed Under: Explore Tropical North Queensland, Uncategorized

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