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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

Fiji’s little circle of Paradise

August 1, 2014 By Jennifer Johnston 6 Comments

To share or not to share, that is the question. A few years ago, searching through the many spectacular internet sites showcasing Fijian Island getaways, I discovered a tiny jewel in the Mamanuca group of Islands.  Following my third visit to this idyllic Fijian tropical isle, I considered NOT writing about my experience. I thought keeping my … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Destinations, Fiji, Single Mum Travel Tales, Why have me write for you? Tagged With: #naviniisland, Discover Navini Island, Fiji, Fijian Islands, Kid friendly Fiji Island, Mamanuca Islands, nature, Navini Island, Navini Island Resort, outdoors, relax, Single mums who travel with kids, travel, vindy vindy, Where to go in Fiji, where to relax in Fiji

Perisher – our first snow experience

June 24, 2014 By Jennifer Johnston Leave a Comment

Busting out in Perisher Single mum takes her three kids (ages 13, 9 and 9) to the Australian snow fields for their first ever snow experience. Sound like a challenging, brave and somewhat crazy holiday idea? Well I survived the challenge holiday last August – five and a half days at the snow (Perisher, New South Wales) and two days in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Australia, Destinations, New South Wales, Single Mum Travel Tales Tagged With: Canberra things to do, outdoors, Perisher Ski Resort, Ski Rider, Snow Holidays, Snowscene Holidays, Tips for ski holiday to Perisher Ski Resort, travel, Travelling with kids to the snow, where to stay and ski in Perisher

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

Byron Bay Retreat for women

June 20, 2014 By Jennifer Johnston Leave a Comment

Week-end retreat in Byron Bay - for women - I have the ideal group: Getaway Girls - a perfect place for Women wanting to re-charge in Byron Bay Read about my experience as a Getaway Girl: published on weekend notes, December 2013. http://www.weekendnotes.com/getaway-girls-retreat-for-women-byron-bay/ … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Australia, Destinations, New South Wales Tagged With: #ByronBay, #getawaygirls, Boot Camp Byron style, Byron Bay, female retreat, Getaway Girls, girl time, Health and Fitness, Healthy Hen's Party, long week-end, outdoors, week-end escapes, Week-end getaways close to Brisbane, Women's retreats

Sydney vs Melbourne

June 12, 2014 By Jennifer Johnston 4 Comments

Sydney vs Melbourne Good Old Fashioned Rivalry, or something more? Feel a gathering of emotions when you see three innocent words on a page?  Note the "vs" discreetly tucked between Sydney and Melbourne. Such an insignificant abbreviation, but reading those two letters, immediately conjures a strong, emotive word: RIVALRY. Aussies love … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Australia, Destinations, Why have me write for you? Tagged With: #Sydney, Australian Beaches, Australian Capital Cities, Melbourne, nature, outdoors, traditional rivalry, 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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