We stayed with Margot for a week helping her with renovating an outdoor bathroom in the Inner West of Sydney. During time off, we discussed politics, the environment, and current events.
Category: Travels
Guide to HelpX: Volunteering & Free Accommodation
HelpX, or Help Exchange, is a website connecting hosts and travelers. Hosts provide accommodation, and most of the time food, to travelers in exchange for a few hours of work per day. It is an excellent way to do interesting work, meet locals, travel slowly, and save money!
Maitland Bay in Bouddi National Park
A short walk through the woods to Maitland Bay in Bouddi National Park, Central Coast, Australia.
Help Exchange – Organic Farm in the Central Coast, Australia
For about a week, we stayed with a lovely couple enjoying their newly retired lives in the Central Coast in Australia. We helped out with the small family farm not only in exchange for accommodation and food, but also comfy family vibes.
Tips for Finding a Job in Australia
Got a working holiday visa and a plane ticket to Australia? Great! Now you can work in Australia. Here are some tips on how to land a job in Australia.
One Second Every Day – August-October 2016 – Japan & Australia
I've been recording one-second video clips every day since 2014. This has been a great way to preserve those memories from all of our travels. I highly recommend the 1 Second Everyday app to do the same! You will enjoy looking back at those videos. There is something beautiful to capture every single day, no … Continue reading One Second Every Day – August-October 2016 – Japan & Australia
Quick Guide to Housesitting
We've spent zero dollars during our time in Australia so far. One way to subsidize this cost is to housesit! Housesitting is an excellent way to experience local culture, take care of animals, and have some downtime to work on projects while you're on the road full-time. Here is a quick guide on how you can get started housesitting!
Tips for Buying a Car in Australia
Australia is the perfect place for a road trip. But you need a car, right? Renting one is an option, but can quickly get expensive. Here is a brief overview on some tips for buying a car in Australia - specifically in Queensland.
Help Exchange at the Daintree Rainforest – Flowers by Wynne
For a week, we volunteered with a local florist near the Daintree Rainforest. We prepared for wedding events while learning all about native plants and animals!
First Week in Australia – HelpX with Jenna & Brenton in Cairns
We finally made it down under to start our working holiday year in Australia! We started in the tropical north in the city of Cairns, famous for the jumpoff point of the Great Barrier Reef. The week was spent looking for a car and helping out with new friends via HelpX.