BootsnAll Articles - Australia

Adrenalin Rush in Cairns - Australia

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 16:00:02 -0500

Whitewater rafting, quad biking through hot mud pools are the celebratory choices for an unfit couple's 20th anniversary - one Lynne Turnbull and her husband survived and would do all over again.

12 places to see really good-looking locals

Roger — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 19:36:02 -0500

BootsnAll takes a spin around the globe to reveal cities with more than their fair share of attractive people.

Outback Blues - Australia

Tue, 29 Jan 2008 16:00:02 -0600

John M. Edwards wanted to hitchhike the 518 miles from Adelaide to Coober Pedy, across one of Australia's harshest outback landscapes - in one day.

Wild Tasmania: The National Parks - Australia

Thu, 26 Jul 2007 16:00:02 -0500

National parks in Tasmania offer a chance to see spectacular rugged nature and pristine environments for flora and fauna. Jill March thought her chances of spotting a duck billed platypus were slim to none - especially in broad daylight at the foot of an amazing waterfall. But she was wrong - and delighted!

Hostel Fire - Launceston,Tasmania, Australia

Wed, 27 Jun 2007 00:00:02 -0500

Anna Lincoln woke up at four in the morning to learn that her hostel was on fire.

Three-Day Train Journey through the Heartland of Australia - Australia

Tue, 3 Apr 2007 16:00:02 -0500

Gavin Wilk took a three-day train journey through Australia and experienced the true vastness and essence of the "Land Down Under".

Upside Down, Down Under: Adventure in the Midst of Peace and Tranquility - Cairns, Australia

Thu, 8 Mar 2007 18:00:02 -0600

Jean Lutz is flying through the rainforest upside down and having the time of her life!

The Pharmacist's Honest Opinion - Brisbane, Australia

Thu, 1 Mar 2007 18:00:02 -0600

Of all the remedies for a broken toe, Kristin Repsher certainly did not expect the pharmacist to suggest this one.

Our Trip to New Zealand and Australia: Part 5 - Sydney, Australia

Sat, 24 Feb 2007 18:00:02 -0600

Tim Fisher and wife do the Sydney bit - the Opera House, the Taronga Zoo, the Center Point Tower, an opal dealer. But it's the buffet overlooking spectacular Sydney with their S-W members they'll remember always.

Chocolate and The Straw Bale House - Daylesford, Victoria, Australia

Tue, 13 Feb 2007 18:00:02 -0600

Catherine Tinsley thinks the Chocolate Mill is a must see part of any trip to Australia. With a sign reading Please do not lick the glass above the viewing area, maybe she's right.

Our Trip to New Zealand and Australia: Part 4 - Cairns, Australia

Thu, 1 Feb 2007 18:00:02 -0600

This is Paradise, or as close to it as Tom Fisher has ever seen on planet Earth.

Fuzzy Hats and Mountain Climbing - Mt. Ngungun, Brisbane, Queensland

Mon, 22 Jan 2007 18:00:02 -0600

It was not the tallest mountain Kristin Repsher had ever climbed (at 250 meters high), but it definitely was the most enjoyable - for several reasons.

Where left is right: Terror behind the wheel (Down Under) - Melbourne, Sydney, Australia

Tue, 16 Jan 2007 18:00:02 -0600

Roger Wade cautions anyone driving on the opposite side of the road for the first time. It can be like - a born-again experience - well, maybe.

Our Trip to New Zealand and Australia: Part 2 - New Zealand, Australia, Australasia

Tue, 2 Jan 2007 18:00:02 -0600

On this segment of his trip, Tom Fisher focuses on sheep herding, sheep shearing and the lake that "breathes" - a few other experiences and tidbits of information too.

Our Trip to New Zealand and Australia: Part I - New Zealand, Australia, Australasia

Mon, 18 Dec 2006 12:56:03 -0600

Tom Fisher and his wife booked a commercial tour for this S-W get together. From this account, it appears they made the right decision.

Kids' Vacations in Australia - Australia

Mon, 25 Sep 2006 19:58:33 -0500

Jasmine Ho has some simple ideas for an extraordinary Australian vacation for children - and one that adults will enjoy also.

Australia's Heart - The Outback, Australia

suchi — Tue, 19 Sep 2006 19:26:00 -0500

Jill March visited the red earth of Australia's heart and played among the Devil's marbles.

Dude, We're Home - Malle Country, Northwest Victoria, Australia

suchi — Fri, 1 Sep 2006 19:24:00 -0500

Even after a full year spent travelling, Dave Hogan is happy to be home - for several reasons.

The Big Apple Down Under - Melbourne, Victoria

suchi — Sun, 11 Jun 2006 19:52:00 -0500

A city of about 3.6 million, and the second largest city in Oz, Melbourne is up to its skyscrapers in charm, diversity, sophistication, and like NYC, fabulous food, wine, and culture.

Mini Guide to Western Australia: Empty Spaces, Open Shores

suchi — Mon, 1 May 2006 19:43:00 -0500

Cat George gives an overview of Western Australia's plentiful attractions, along with some hints for visitors about the big issue in this big state: transportation.

Wines By The Hour In Victoria - Victoria, Australia

suchi — Thu, 27 Apr 2006 19:51:00 -0500

Rex Crum devotes some of his time in Australia to touring the impressive vineyards in Victoria.

Of All the Places to Break Down - Denham, Western Australia, Australia

suchi — Thu, 26 Jan 2006 18:56:00 -0600

A short tale of what can happen when a young English couple put far too much trust in an ageing van whilst on an ambitious drive along Australia's wilderness coast.

Ode to Smith Street - Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

suchi — Sun, 8 Jan 2006 18:24:00 -0600

You will never eat so well in your life as you will in Melbourne - and nowhere so well as on Smith Street. Jen Porup guarantees it!

When in Melbourne - Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

suchi — Tue, 15 Nov 2005 18:23:00 -0600

Megan Byrd shows off the best of Melbourne.

Penguins on Philip - Philip Island, Victoria, Australia

suchi — Sun, 13 Nov 2005 18:18:00 -0600

Megan Byrd explores the island of tiny penguins in...Australia?

Great Ocean Road - South Australia, Australia

suchi — Sun, 13 Nov 2005 11:50:00 -0600

Megan Byrd points out are great things worth seeing on the Great Ocean Road, most of which are just spectacular views you simply happen upon.

Waking Up in the Barossa - Barossa, South Australia, Australia

suchi — Sun, 6 Nov 2005 11:46:00 -0600

Megan Byrd indulges at a B&B in South Australia.

Exploring the Top End - Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia

suchi — Sat, 15 Oct 2005 11:22:00 -0500

Megan Byrd discovers that although the "top end" is fabulous, it just might not be fabulous for everyone.

Culture Down Under - Australia

suchi — Sat, 8 Oct 2005 13:34:00 -0500

After three months Down Under, Megan Byrd has learns that, in Australia, you're in pretty good hands.

Brisbane Things to Do - Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

suchi — Sun, 25 Sep 2005 11:57:00 -0500

There may not be the Opera House, Megan Byrd shows that Brisbane has attractions of its own.