Tourist to Traveller

Before I even landed in Spain, the Caminito del Rey was already locked into my bucket list. I’d seen the photos... narrow walkways hugging towering cliffs, the river below, and views that felt almost unreal. What I didn’t realise at the time was how misunderstood this hike actually is. Despite its dramatic reputation (and its past as one of the world’s most dangerous walks), the Caminito del Rey today is surprisingly accessible, and absolutely unforgettable if you know how to do it right. In ...

Marrakech is one of those cities that pulls you in fast... the colour, sound, movement, magic. It’s exciting, intoxicating… and for many travellers, completely overwhelming. The truth is, you can’t truly “do” Marrakech in a day. But if 24 hours is all you’ve got, you can experience something real... the rhythm of the medina, the calm behind carved wooden doors, and the quiet moments that live between the chaos. In this episode, I’m sharing a relaxed, experience-first guide to spending o...

Efate Island was my first introduction to Vanuatu, and I’ll be honest, I didn’t expect it to leave such an impression. I thought it would be a stop centred around Port Vila, before moving on to other islands. What I found instead surprised me. Once you step beyond Port Vila, Efate opens up into freshwater swimming holes, quiet beaches, island day trips and cultural experiences. In this episode, I’m sharing the best things to do on Efate Island, especially if it’s your first time visitin...

Standing on the rim of a live volcano, feeling the ground rumble beneath your feet, watching lava burst into the night sky... this was a special moment for me. In this episode of Tourist to Traveller, I’m taking you to Tanna Island in Vanuatu, one of the most raw, powerful, and unforgettable places I’ve ever travelled. This is an island ruled by nature, not infrastructure, where life moves slowly and tradition still shapes everyday living. At the heart of it all is Mount Yasur, one of t...

Some birthdays don’t need balloons, speeches, or the pressure of hosting everyone you’ve ever met. Some birthdays need a little adventure. In this episode, I’m sharing why milestone birthday travel has become one of my favourite traditions... and why, for some celebrations, a passport makes far more sense than a party. If the idea of hosting a big birthday fills you with dread, but the thought of booking a flight lights you up, consider this your permission slip. What You’ll Learn in Th...

Jet lag used to be the part of travel I dreaded most. Not the packing. Not the long flights. The bone-deep exhaustion that hit on arrival... the kind that steals your first few days and makes everything feel foggy, flat, and harder than it should be. As an Aussie, long-haul travel is just part of the deal. Whether I’m landing in Athens, Casablanca or Barcelona, it’s usually after 20+ hours of flying, multiple time zones, and some very questionable sleep. But after years of long-haul travel, I...

After more than 20 years of travelling, I’ve learned that travel isn’t just about where you go. It’s about how you show up while you’re there. I’ve experienced some truly magical moments on the road… and I’ve also been stuck next to some wildly uncomfortable travel behaviour. The kind that doesn’t ruin a trip entirely, but subtly drains the joy out of flights, airports, tours, and group adventures. This episode of Tourist to Traveller is a candid, good-humoured look at my biggest travel icks....

Some travel memories blur with time. Others stay so vivid you can almost taste them again. For me, so many of those lasting memories are tied to food... not just what was on the plate, but where I was sitting, who I was with, and that exact moment when I took a bite and knew it was special. In this episode, I’m sharing the most unforgettable meals I’ve eaten around the world. These aren’t fancy fine-dining experiences or viral Instagram spots. They’re the meals that made me pause and smile, t...

Tasmania is one of those destinations people think they understand, until they actually go. It’s often labelled as cold, quiet, or somewhere you just “do a quick lap.” But spend any real time there and you realise Tasmania is layered, wild, creative, and deeply rewarding for travellers who are willing to slow down. In this destination deep dive, I’m sharing how to experience Tasmania... from choosing the right regions to avoiding the biggest planning mistakes I see time-poor travellers make a...

Most travellers have never heard of Palau, and that’s exactly what makes it so fascinating. Palau is one of the most unique destinations in the Pacific. With more than 300 islands and one of the world’s largest marine sanctuaries, Palau offers a very different experience to more commercialised tropical destinations. Tucked away in Micronesia, Palau is a country where visitor numbers are intentionally low, where you sign an environmental pledge on arrival, and where entire islands remain...

I’m an independent traveller at heart. I love planning my own trips and moving at my own pace. But sometimes, a group tour is honestly the smartest option, especially when time, energy, or logistics are working against you. The problem is, not all group tours are created equal. If you’ve ever been stuck on a massive bus, rushed through highlights, or dragged from one tourist shop to another, you’ll know how quickly a trip can lose its magic. In this episode, I’m sharing my personal process fo...

Subscribe now to the Tourist to Traveller Podcast, a brand new podcast series. In this trailer episode, I’m sharing the story behind the Tourist to Traveller Podcast and why shifting how you travel can completely change how travel feels... even when time, money, and annual leave are limited. What You’ll Hear in This Episode The real difference between a tourist and a travellerWhy “perfect” trips can still feel underwhelmingWhat this podcast will help you do differentlyEpisode Snapshot I...