Strahan, Tasmania and the West Coast feel like the edge of the world. The tiny towns of Strahan and Queenstown have lots of history, and the surrounding rainforest and beaches are…
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If you’re planning a trip to Tasmania, chances are the historic convict site at Port Arthur is on your list. But did you know that there are soooo many other things…
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There’s something special about islands. Therefore, an island off another island should be doubly special, right? I definitely think that’s the case when it comes to Bruny Island. Australia’s island state…
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Tassie is my home away from home. I’ve done a few month-long house-sitting stints for a friend near Devonport, Tasmania. Each time we visit, we spend a weekend in Hobart, the…
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Devonport is a small city in Tasmania’s north west. Many people know it as the place where the Spirit of Tasmania ferry docks, bringing passengers and their vehicles over from Melbourne.…
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I’ve made no secret of the fact that I love Tasmania’s wilderness. I spent 6 days exploring it on the Overland Track on my first visit in 2019, so when I…
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Maria Island was one of my favourite places I visited in Tasmania. This little island on the east coast is kind of like a mini-Tasmania, without the people. It has everything…
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Packing for the Overland Track can be a little bit confusing. I did lots of gear research before I walked the Overland Track. I managed to put together a backpack full…
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I actually found organizing transport to the Overland Track one of the most complicated parts of my hike. There are a few different options for getting to the start and getting…
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One of the best parts of the Overland Track is the opportunity to take a side trip. It’s a chance to drop your heavy backpack and strike out into the bush…