Australia is one of the most remote countries in the world, and ironically it is also one of the most popular places to visit, especially among backpackers and budget travelers. Because of its location and distance from really anything, not many Americans tend to visit Australia. The flights are …

We all have our own version of The Beach: that spot in the world where all is perfect and all is paradise. I found my version of the beach back in 2007. …

I’m currently in Australia and the land down under is a land of extremes with lush tropical jungles on one coast and barren desert on another. There are deadly spiders and snakes but also cute koalas and …

Continuing on my post about my favorite New Zealand hostels, it’s time to talk about my favorite hostels in Australia. I’ll continue doing this throughout the year and, at the end of the year, will have a “Best Hostels of 2010” edition.

Base St. Kilda (Melbourne)…

With Australia being over 7 million square kilometers, it takes a long time to get around the country. With such large distances to cover, it’s no wonder that few people end up traveling the whole country- there’s just too much ground to cover on a short trip here. These large …