Updated: 03/19/19 | Posted: 03/08/2010 (Updated links and info) For the last three months, I’ve been traveling around Australasia, visiting New Zealand, traveling in Fiji, and roadtriping around Australia (for the second time). During my travels here, I’ve noticed something interesting — a lot of the travelers I see are young (18-24) gap year kids […]
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Diving the Great Barrier Reef
The Great Barrier Reef is one of the best dive sites in the world and I’m glad I got to dive it. Here are my tips for diving and a video as well!
Where to Stay in Brisbane: The Best Neighborhoods for Your Visit
Posted: 2/13/24 | February 13th, 2024 Brisbane is third-largest city in Australia. Most travelers visit the city on their way to the Gold Coast or as they head up toward Cairns. They tend not to stay too long as the city doesn’t really have the allure that other parts of Australia does. But Brisbane actually […]
Finding Work Overseas: 15 Ways to Earn Money While Traveling
You don’t have to have a lot of money to travel because you can work while you are on the road! Find work abroad is a lot easier than you think. In this post, I share 15 ways you can earn money when you travel so you can keep exploring the world!
The 6 Best Hotels in Brisbane
Posted: 2/10/2024 | February 10th, 2024 Perched on the banks of the Brisbane River, Brisbane is renowned for its warm and welcoming atmosphere, laid-back lifestyle, and bustling urban scene. Located on the eastern edge of the country, most people visit as they travel up the coast, stopping for a day or two before heading onward […]
6 Reasons You Should Learn the Local Language Before Your Trip
Posted: 3/1/2021 | March 1st, 2021 I love learning languages. They unlock new opportunities and open all kinds of doors when you visit a new destination. Even just learning a few words and phrases and deepen your travels immensely. In this guest post, Michele from The Intrepid Guide highlights the top reasons why you should […]
The Real Oz Experience: Stuck in the Outback
Last Updated: 01/09/18 | January 9th, 2018 Years ago, on my first visit to Australia, I took a backpacker bus from Perth to Broome. Backpacker buses in Australia are designed to take backpackers around the country in hop on/hop off style. Basically, you get on the bus when you want, off the bus when you […]
Going Off Roading on Fraser Island
Last Updated: 11/27/23 | November 27th, 2023 Part of Great Sandy National Park, Fraser Island was declared a World Heritage site in 1992. Spanning over 1,650 square kilometers (637 square miles), it’s home to beaches that stretch for miles as well as rainforests, mangroves, swamps, sand dunes, and even more beaches. The island has been […]
Canyon Swinging in Cairns: Conquering My Fear of Heights
Last Updated: 10/2/20 | October 2nd, 2020 I hate heights. Really hate heights. It’s something a lot of people find ironic considering how often I fly. But anyone who has flown with me before knows that I’m a bit of a nervous flier. Any bump in the air and I grab onto the seat until […]
Where to Stay in Sydney: The Best Neighborhoods for Your Visit
Last Updated: 12/18/22 | December 18th, 2022 Sydney is one of the greatest cities in the world. It has amazing beaches, scenic shorelines, World Heritage sites, and top-notch dining. It’s a large city, and it’s very spread out. And when you are thinking about visiting it can be hard to figure out where to stay. […]
My (Current) Ultimate List of Travel Movies
Sometimes wanderlust needs to be nurtured and the best way to do it is through film. The greatest movies are the ones that get you itching to pack a bag and head out into the world. This Ultimate List of Travel Movies will inspire you to get off the couch, pack your bag, and voyage to unknown lands.
Meet the Team: The People Behind Nomadic Matt
Over the years, this blog has grown from a part-time hobby to one of the biggest travel blogs in the world. During that time, I’ve built an awesome team of remote workers to help me keep this blog running smoothly. Allow me to introduce to Nomadic Matt crew!