Travel Guides & Planning Tips for Curious Travellers
Tourist to Traveller is a travel blog for people who want more than rushed itineraries and surface-level sightseeing. Here you’ll find destination guides, travel planning systems, solo travel advice and bucket-list inspiration, designed for people balancing real life with extraordinary adventures.
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Explore the latest blog posts from Tourist to Traveller, including destination guides, travel tips and inspiration to help you plan your next adventure.
Why Tasmania Should Be on Your Bucket List
Tasmania is a must-see destination. One minute you’re wandering convict ruins by the sea, the next you’re hiking alpine trails in falling snow, sipping cider by a fireplace, or watching penguins waddle home at dusk. Here’s why Tasmania deserves a top spot on your travel bucket list.
Tasmania Packing List: What to Bring for All Seasons (and What You Don’t Need)
Tasmania has a habit of throwing four seasons at you in a single day… sometimes before lunch. After hiking through snow, sipping wine in sunshine and road-tripping rugged coastlines, this is the Tasmania packing list I wish I’d had. Practical, realistic and designed for travellers who want epic days without overpacking, this guide covers what to bring for all seasons, what you can leave behind, plus smart packing hacks and mobile photography tips to level up your trip.
Should You Travel During Conflict? Navigating Travel Decisions When the World Feels Uncertain
When global conflict disrupts travel, should you cancel your trip or pivot your plans? After facing this exact dilemma while planning my next adventure, I’m sharing how I assess travel risk, adapt plans, and continue exploring the world responsibly when uncertainty strikes.
When Travel Goes Wrong: My Biggest Travel Fails (And What They Taught Me)
Even the best travel plans fall apart sometimes. From snowstorms and scams to lost luggage and blackouts, these real travel fails reveal the lessons that turn tourists into confident travellers.
The Best Places to Stay in Morocco: Riads, Hotels & Desert Camps
This Morocco accommodation guide highlights the best places to stay in Morocco for every budget…budget, mid-range, and luxury…in all the must-visit destinations: Casablanca, Marrakech, Chefchaouen, Sahara Desert, Rabat, Meknes, Midelt, Ait Ben Haddou, Tangier, Essaouira, and the Atlas Mountains.
Best Rooftop Bars in Barcelona for Sunset, Tapas & City Views
Barcelona does rooftop bars like nowhere else. From skyline terraces overlooking Gaudí’s masterpieces to hidden spots with cathedral views, sipping cava in the sky is a must. Here are the best rooftop bars in Barcelona for unforgettable sunsets, tapas, and city vibes.
How I Travel With A Chronic Illness: My CIRS Travel Story + Practical Tips
Travel may look different when you’re managing a chronic illness, but it doesn’t mean giving up on your bucket‑list adventures. As someone living with mould illness (CIRS), I’ve learned to travel despite flare‑ups, gut symptoms and chronic fatigue. In this post, I share how I plan trips in advance, use Google Maps & ChatGPT prompts, pick safe accommodation, manage supplements, and honour my rest, so you can explore the world with confidence.
Bruny Island, Tasmania: A Wild, Delicious & Unforgettable Day Trip (or Overnight Escape)
Just a short ferry ride from Hobart, Bruny Island delivers wild coastlines, incredible local food, unforgettable views and a slower pace of life. From warm sourdough pulled from roadside fridges to stormy lighthouse views, this guide covers everything you need to plan the perfect Bruny Island escape.
Richmond, Tasmania: A Charming Historic Village You’ll Want to Slow Down For
Cobblestone streets, convict history, friendly ducks, and vineyard views… Richmond, Tasmania is one of those places that gently forces you to slow down. Just 30 minutes from Hobart, this historic village is perfect for wandering, photography, and pairing heritage with wine country.
The Most Instagrammable Spots in Palau, Micronesia
From soaring above the Rock Islands to drifting through turquoise lagoons and ancient stone monoliths, these are the most Instagrammable spots in Palau, Micronesia, and how to capture them responsibly.
Best Day Trips From Hobart: Epic Experiences Just a Short Drive Away
Hobart is the perfect base for exploring Tasmania. From historic sites and wild coastlines to waterfalls, forests, and cider sheds, these are the best day trips from Hobart… all within easy reach.
Tasmania’s Regional Guide: A Traveller’s Breakdown of the Best Places to Visit
Tasmania isn’t one destination, it’s a collection of wildly different regions. This traveller’s guide breaks down the best places to visit in Tasmania by region, helping you plan a trip that feels adventurous, intentional and unforgettable.
South Burnett Travel Guide: Wine, Country Towns & Tiny House Escapes in Queensland
Tucked inland from the Sunshine Coast, the South Burnett region is one of Queensland’s most underrated escapes. Think historic country towns, surprisingly good wine, epic sunrises, swimming holes, and slow travel moments that remind you why road trips are the best kind of therapy.
Hobart Travel Guide: Top Things to Do, See, Eat & Experience
Hobart is where history, creativity and wild landscapes collide. This Hobart travel guide covers the best things to do, see, eat and experience… plus the best day trips to help you explore like a traveller.
The Best Tours to Do in Palau: Iconic Experiences & Planning Tips
Planning Palau can feel overwhelming… it’s remote, wild, and not the kind of destination you just wing. This guide breaks down the best tours to do in Palau, how they actually work, and how to choose operators.
Tahune AirWalk: Walking Among Giants in Tasmania’s Huon Valley
Walking the Tahune AirWalk feels like stepping into the canopy of Tasmania’s ancient forests. Suspended high above the Huon River, it’s one of the most beautiful and accessible nature experiences in the state, especially when paired with cider by the fire afterwards.
My Biggest Travel Icks (And How Not to Be That Traveller)
After 20 years of travelling the world, I’ve collected a long list of travel icks, from loud packet eaters on planes to people who refuse to respect local culture. Here’s how not to be that traveller, and why a little awareness goes a long way.
How to Maximise Your Annual Leave in 2026 (Aussie Edition)
What if 2026 was the year you stopped saving your annual leave “just in case”, and started turning it into unforgettable adventures instead? With a little forward planning, Australia’s public holidays can unlock epic trips without burning through your leave balance. Here’s how to stretch your annual leave further and travel like a traveller, not a tourist.
Best Day Trips from Launceston, Tasmania
From Cradle Mountain hikes and Tamar Valley wines to penguin-filled coastal towns and quirky historic villages, these are the best day trips from Launceston… perfect for travellers who want big experiences without moving accommodation.
60 Great Short Walks of Tasmania: Easy Adventures with Big Payoffs
Tasmania is proof that you don’t need to hike for days to feel completely immersed in nature. From rainforest strolls and coastal clifftops to alpine hikes and caves, these 60 great short walks deliver jaw-dropping scenery in under a few hours, perfect for travellers who want adventure without the exhaustion.