Stray Backpacker Bus | Auckland to Christchurch
Day 19 Dunedin – Queenstown
Today for the first time ever the group were given the opportunity for a lie in until 10am which I believe most used to its full ability. We weren’t due to leave until 11.30am but the rooms needed to be cleared by 10am so we left [...]
Easter has come and gone for yet another year in Byron Bay and the Byron Bay Blues Festival celebrated its 21st birthday.
From all reports in the media, the 5day festival was a huge success, attracting crowds from around Australia and overseas. Many visitors plan their yearly holiday around this festival and book 12months in advance!
The festival [...]
This month, April, is another quality month for live music in Byron Bay. As Byron Bay is such a beautiful place to visit (or live), it seems only natural that all those musicians traveling around the country don’t need much of an excuse to put Byron Bay on their list of tour dates. Consequently we [...]
Golf in Wellington can be very expensive. Miramar Links course can charge up to $50-$60 for a casual round.
However! big ups to the Berhampore Golf course who charge only $13.50 for a round and the hire of clubs is only $11.00!
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The course itself is in good condition. The rough might be a wee [...]
Animania 2010 is coming to Melbourne. Why? Well because Melbourne is well known for great pop culture, from galleries, funky bars and dress sense.
For one day only, Melbourne will host the Animania 2010 tour. This festival celebrates the popularity of Japanese pop culture incorporating anime and manga. This event will bring fans and random curiosities [...]
What a great way to explore Green Island! Instead of taking a ferry, sail your way to Green Island!! I booked a trip through Mad Travel at Nomads Cairns Backpackers Hostel and got a pleasent surprise when the travel agent suggested the Ocean Free day trip. This amazing 16 meter schooner cut its engines and sailed gracefully [...]
