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.
The Ultimate Guide to Charleville, Outback Queensland, Australia (From a Local Who Grew Up Here)
If you’ve been craving big-sky nights, red-earth days and a town with a heart for wildlife and wartime history, Charleville is your kind of outback. Set on the Warrego River in south-west Queensland, it’s a launchpad for stargazing, bilby conservation, and stories you won’t hear anywhere else.
Visiting the Dead Sea in Jordan (What It’s Really Like)
Floating in the Dead Sea isn’t about beautiful photos, it’s about the experience. From effortless floating to stinging salt surprises, here’s what it’s really like to visit the Dead Sea in Jordan, plus everything you need to know before you go.
Guide to Visiting Petra, Jordan: How to Experience the Rose City Without the Crowds
Petra is one of the world’s most jaw-dropping destinations… but it’s also massive, crowded, and physically demanding. This insider guide shares exactly how to visit Petra properly, avoid the crowds, and experience the magic of the Rose City at its best.
Wadi Rum, Jordan: A Desert That Feels Like Another Planet
Wadi Rum in Jordan feels like another planet. From red sand dunes and ancient rock formations to desert camps, stargazing, and unforgettable sunrises… this guide shares everything you need to know to experience the magic of the Valley of the Moon.
What to Pack for Southern Spain (By Season)
Packing for southern Spain isn’t one-size-fits-all. From scorching summer heat in Seville to chilly nights in mountain towns like Ronda and Granada, Andalusia’s climate changes dramatically by season. This practical, season-by-season packing guide shows you exactly what to pack for southern Spain… so you stay comfortable and prepared for everything from city wandering to festivals, hikes, and late-night tapas.
Ultimate Vanuatu Travel Guide: What to Know Before You Go
Vanuatu isn’t a destination you visit to be entertained, it’s a place you go to experience. This guide breaks down what Vanuatu is really like, which islands to choose, how to get around, what things cost, and why it’s one of the most grounding trips you can take in the South Pacific.
7 Day Vanuatu Itinerary: Efate & Tanna Island
If you’ve got one week in Vanuatu and you want more than just a resort stay, this itinerary is for you. We chose to slow down and explore two islands properly, Efate and Tanna, combining waterfalls, villages, volcanoes and island life in a way that felt raw, grounding and unforgettable.
What I Pack in My Carry-On for Long-Haul Flights
What you pack in your carry-on can make or break a long-haul flight. After years of travel, experiencing cancelled flights and lost baggage, this is exactly what I now pack… for comfort, calm and total travel preparedness.
Why Vanuatu Should Be on Your Travel Bucket List (Before Everyone Else Gets There)
If you’re craving a destination that still feels raw, soulful, and deeply human, Vanuatu might just steal your heart. Here’s why this Pacific paradise belongs on your bucket list.
The Best Wineries in Tasmania: A Traveller’s Guide to Cool-Climate Wine & Cellar Doors Worth the Detour
Tasmania’s wine scene is intimate, unexpected and quietly world-class. From the Tamar Valley to the Coal River Valley, this traveller’s guide shares the best wineries in Tasmania, including must-visit cellar doors, hidden gems and tips to help you sip your way across the island.
The Best Day Trips from Port Vila, Vanuatu
Staying in Port Vila doesn’t mean staying put. These are the best day trips from Port Vila… from island escapes to waterfalls, blue lagoons and unforgettable local experiences.
Which Vanuatu Island Should You Choose?
With 83 islands to choose from, Vanuatu can feel overwhelming. Here’s how to choose the right islands, and why exploring just two in depth creates a far better experience.
Best Things to Do on Tanna Island, Vanuatu
Tanna Island is the Vanuatu you don’t see on Instagram. From standing on the rim of an erupting volcano to swimming into glowing sea caves and drinking kava at sunset, this is Vanuatu at its most raw and unforgettable.
Fascinating Things to Know Before Travelling to Vanuatu
Vanuatu looks like a tropical paradise, but beneath the coconut trees is one of the most fascinating cultures I’ve ever experienced. From kava rituals and volcanoes to road rules that barely exist, here’s what to know before you go.
Best Things to Do on Efate Island, Vanuatu: A First-Time Visitor’s Guide
Efate Island is the heart of Vanuatu, and far more than just Port Vila. From floating bars and blue lagoons to cultural villages, island day trips and sunset fire shows, this guide covers the best things to do on Efate Island for first-time visitors.
Visiting Tanna Island & Mount Yasur Volcano: What It’s Really Like to Stand on the Edge of the Earth
Standing on the rim of Mount Yasur as lava exploded into the night sky was one of the most powerful moments of my life. This guide goes beyond logistics to share what visiting Tanna Island is really like, and why it might be the most unforgettable place in Vanuatu.
Tasmania’s Mount Field National Park: Waterfalls, Snow & Lake Dobson (Ultimate Travel Guide)
Mount Field National Park surprised us more than any other place in Tasmania… ancient forests, thundering waterfalls, snow-capped peaks and a freezing alpine lake… all in one unforgettable day.
Freycinet National Park: Complete Guide to Wineglass Bay, Hidden Gems & Must-Do Experiences
Freycinet National Park is one of Tasmania’s most iconic destinations… home to Wineglass Bay, hidden beaches like Honeymoon Bay, epic hikes, and unforgettable coastal scenery. This complete guide covers what to see, where to stay, how to get there, and the hidden gems most travellers miss.
Port Arthur Historic Site: A Powerful Day Trip Through Tasmania’s Past
Port Arthur isn’t just a historic site, it’s a place that stays with you. From haunting convict ruins to coastal cliffs and hidden gems nearby, this guide shows you exactly how to experience Port Arthur and the Tasman Peninsula in one unforgettable day.
The Best Time to Visit Tasmania (Weather, Seasons, Crowds & Events)
Tasmania doesn’t have one “best” time to visit, and that’s exactly what makes it special. From snow-dusted mountains and moody winter days to golden autumn vineyards and long summer hikes, this guide breaks down the best time to visit Tasmania based on weather, crowds, events and how you like to travel.