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Walking below the canopy of ancient giants

September 26, 2019 By Jennifer Johnston Leave a Comment

 Hiking in Lamington National Park What is it like to walk through a rainforest reminiscent of the forests that covered the ancient supercontinent of Gondwana? A strange noise breaks the gentle silence of the rainforest. Initially, my thoughts were it sounds like the cries of a baby, but then as it repeats, my brain likens it to that of a cat’s … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Adventure, Australia, Destinations, Queensland Tagged With: hiking, Lamington National Park, Life's an Adventure, Pack free hiking, where to hike in Queensland

Why not climb a mountain?

April 29, 2019 By Jennifer Johnston Leave a Comment

Hiking Mt Maroon Good Friday might be a day of rest for some, but for me, it was a day to hike a mountain. I’d responded to a media call out to join the epic Moonrise on Mount Maroon on Friday, April 19. The requirements: A writer/journalist who is fit enough to hike the seven-hour return night hike Available to depart at 2 pm on Good … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Adventure, Australia, Destinations, Queensland, Solo Tagged With: climbing Mt Maroon, hiking, Hiking in the Scenic Rim, middle aged woman climbs mountain, Mt Barney National Park, Mt Maroon

It’s about the Journey, not the Destination

September 7, 2014 By Jennifer Johnston 6 Comments

Great Ocean Road Walk Thirteen women in their late 30’s to mid 40’s on a three day walking/hiking adventure. Are there likely to be thirteen different agendas? Married, divorced, separated, de-facto and single, our group covered an eclectic “relationship status” mix. Professional, semi-professional, full-time and part-time workers, some … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Australia, Destinations, Feature Style Stories, Victoria, Why have me write for you? Tagged With: #GreatOceanRoad, #rawtravel, #walkingtoursinAustralia, Australian Beaches, bushwalks in Australia, Cape Otway Lightstation, Great Ocean Road Walk, Great walks of Australia, Health and Fitness, hiking, nature, outdoors, Raw Travel, take the journey and don't worry about the destination

Springbrook National Park – the lure of Nature or Reality TV?

June 21, 2014 By Jennifer Johnston 3 Comments

Living in Brisbane I am spoilt for choice regarding weekend escapes. Too often I head interstate or overseas, rather than choosing the adventurous and beautiful places closer to home. Today, I discovered one of nature's unique places, only an hour from home.  Springbrook National Park Reality TV lifts many unknowns to celebrity status. Can it … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Australia, Destinations, Feature Style Stories, Queensland Tagged With: #oreillys, #springbrooknationalpark, #worldheritagelist, Binna Burra, Day trips from Brisbane, hiking, National Heritage Listed Park, nature, outdoors, Springbrook National Park, travel

Gotta Get Away

May 30, 2014 By Jennifer Johnston 1 Comment

Every now and again I feel the need to get up and go. To re-charge the batteries and change the scenery. Planning a week-end escape is almost as good as the escape itself. In South-East Queensland we are spoilt for choice. With wheels to get you there and the desire to go, adventure or relaxation is only around the corner. I decided on heading … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Australia, Destinations Tagged With: #closetobrisbane, #MtTamborine, Australian bush, hiking, Local wineries, Mt Tamborine, National Park, outdoors, Romantic Getaways, travel, Week-end getaways close to Brisbane, Witches Falls Cottages

Bay of Fires, Tasmania

September 18, 2013 By Jennifer Johnston Leave a Comment

Photo of Turtle Rock Bay of Fires Tasmania

Hiking Solo – Gourmet Style Why is it glossy tour brochures never mention the least memorable tour moments? It was after midnight.  I was trying desperately to locate a warm pocket somewhere in the depths of my sleeping bag.  The paper-thin walls of my tent were failing to shield me from the cool outside air. Random gusts of wind inhaling the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Australia, Destinations, Tasmania Tagged With: #bayoffires, Australia, Bay of Fires, Bay of Fires Eco Lodge, Great walks in Tasmania, hiking, hiking in Tasmania, nature, outdoors, Tasmania, Three day walks, travel, What to do in Launceston, Wilderness Walks

Who is Travel Bug Within?

A mid-life adventurer sharing stories about interesting places in an honest and occasionally sarcastic way.

I hope to tickle your wanderlust and encourage you to explore further via Travel Bug Within

Jennifer x

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