• Mount Tyson
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    Travel: Mount Tyson

    Mount Tyson – one of the most difficult hikes I’ve ever done. Not only was it a full 4 hours, we spent about 3 of those hours going up, and took us about an hour to get down. It’s a workout, that’s for sure! Mount Tyson The sign upon entry mentions that it’s difficult and you should be an experienced bushwalker. This is one of the first times my level of fitness matched the sign. Usually we walk or hike faster than the sign indicates,…

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    Travel: Kennedy Bay Trail

    Kennedy Bay Trail is a hiking path outside of Mission Beach in Queensland, Australia. It’s a mix of both inland and beach hiking with some beautiful views. Let’s hike! Kennedy Bay Trail First, there are various trails you can take, Morgans Lookout is about an hour from the entrance, you can do a short stink to Lugger Bay, or just a bit past to check out the Mije Creek (watch out for crocodiles!). We ventured out just before sunset and got caught on the way…

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    Travel: 3 Days in Cairns

    3 days in Cairns, Queensland, Australia – it’s known as the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, but Cairns has so much more to offer. This is where we started our 4 week adventure and I’ll share a few highlights of our trip. Let’s check out Cairns! 3 Days in Cairns Above I shared our accommodation, which was nice and clean, as well as three highlights of our trip. For your hotel, I suggest staying somewhere within walking distance of the reef terminal or downtown.…

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    Travel: North Cove Suites

    North Cove Suites in Cairns, Queensland, Australia. The price is right, it’s clean, cool, and has a lot of space to spread out. When booking accommodations for our trip we generally wanted to have a kitchen in each place and for sure a fridge. This place didn’t disappoint. Great walking distance to the terminal and to city centre. Let’s check out some photos! North Cove Suites First, they’re apartments that individuals own and rent out – we booked our stay directly through the North Cove…

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    Travel: Mossman Gorge

    The Mossman Gorge – it’s a part of the Daintree National Forest which is a rainforest. Okay, let’s check out some photos from out hike! Mossman Gorge First, we picked up our rental car after snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef and the first thing we did was head the 75 minutes north from Cairns to the rainforest. The drive is twisty and windy. So, it was an experience for our first time driving on the other side of the road – happy we made it…

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    Travel: Cairns Aquarium

    The Cairns Aquarium is a great place to visit if you’re in Northern Queensland – and it’s well worth visiting after you snorkel the Great Barrier Reef to see some of the sights you saw up close. One thing I love about the Cairns Aquarium is its educational program – it works to build awareness and preserve the ecosystems in the area. Let’s check out some photos. Cairns Aquarium You’ll find the aquarium a few blocks from the reef terminal and just east of downtown.…

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    Travel: Great Barrier Reef

    The Great Barrier Reef is a must do if you’re in Queensland, Australia! We snorkelled with Passions of Paradise out of Cairns, Queensland. Check out the photos and video below! First, when you’re booking a tour to see the GBR (the Great Barrier Reef) be sure to do your homework! We wanted a tour where we would have some independence, would see more than one site, and a company that was eco friendly. Plus, we love that it’s locally owned and the boat wasn’t overly…