Follow our Journey - Part 1 Ettalong to Cooktown

After years of dreaming, and months of planning, we finally begin our road trip around Australia. With no set time-frame or mapped out route, we head north for the Winter.

Follow us on our simple debt-free journey of discovery.

Keep scrolling as the journey unfolds...tbc

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Ettalong NSW - 19/05/18

Finally we begin our road trip

Coopernook State Forest NSW - 19/05/18

Our first night under the stars in 'Sunny'

Ellensborough Reserve NSW - 20/05/18

Beautiful riverside camping at Ellensborough

Appsley Falls NSW - 22/05/18 1 hour stop

Stunning Appsley Falls in Autumn

Frankie and Georgie enjoying the view

Armidale NSW - 22/05/18

Old country town charm of Armidale

We took a left turn...something was drawing us inland.

Dangar Falls Lodge & Camping - 23/05/18

Here it is...we were gifted these pristine views over the Dorrigo Valley

We woke to a magical misty sunrise...

Our morning yoga session with a view

Bellingen NSW - 25/05/18

Lunch on the Bellinger River

Silly selfie as we picnicked by the river

Corindi Beach NSW - 25/05/18

Free camping with a view to Corindi Beach

A beach so vast and deserted, yet full of treasures...

We find our treasure...so many wonderfully coloured tumble stones on the beach...all the chakras in the palm of my hands

Ballina NSW - 26/05/18

Ballina Lighthouse

Byron Bay NSW - 27/05/18

Riding our bikes along stunning Tallow Beach

Looking north towards Byron Bay lighthouse at dusk

Suffolk tea tree lake...

A lazy afternoon at Main Beach Byron Bay

Chilled afternoon vibes at Main Beach Byron Bay

Mullumbimby NSW - 31/05/18

Frankie enjoying the view from our campsite

My creation after the markets - Edamame pasta with macadamia pesto, avo & fresh coriander

Brunswick Heads NSW - 31/05/18 lunch stop

Iconic Hotel Brunswick

Sharp Park River Camping Canungra Qld - 01/06/18

Brisbane - 02/06/18

Brisvegas we have you in our sights!

Hidden Valley, Yandina Qld - 03/06/18

Lush rainforest walk on the property

View of Mt. Ninderry from Yandina

The quaint old pub in Yandina, Qld

We had to go back twice for the delicious food at Goodness Gracious Organic Cafe, Yandina

Stunning roadside wildflowers on the drive up to Mapleton

Mapleton Falls National Park, Qld - 06/06/18 ( 2 hour rainforest walk )

Enormous grandmother tree, Mapleton Falls National Park

Pomona, Cooran & Kin Kin, Qld - 06/06/18

Mount Pinbarren from the road

The ever-changing landscape, with rolling hills & lush valleys in the Noosa hinterland

Pomona ( named after the Roman Goddess of fruit & orchards ) Farmers' Markets 9/06/18

Meditating under the pine trees in Cooroora Creek Park, Pomona

A quack stop at the Kin Kin General Store for coffee - 10/06/18

Back on the road with Georgie at the wheel

Sugar Cane Country approaching Bundaberg, Qld - 10/06/18

The vibrant colours of the sugar cane farm, near Bundaberg, Qld

Woodgate Beach, Qld - 10/06/18

We went for a 12km return stroll along the pristine beach...

Native kangaroos roam freely around the streets of Woodgate, especially at dusk

Binnowee Bush Camp, near Bundaberg Qld - 15/06/18

A beautifully serene private camp site on a small lake - wonderful hosts!

Agnes Water & 1770 - 16/06/18

The magical town of 1770 - Captain Cook's 2nd landing spot in Australia

Possibly one of the prettiest beaches we have ever visited

One of only a few places on the East coast of Australia where the sun sets over the water, 1770 Qld

We were treated to a stunning kaleidoscope of colours at sunset

The vivid red rocks dotting the shoreline at Chinaman's beach, Agnes Water

A magical little hop through the paperbark forest near Workman's Beach

Our camp site at Workman's Beach, Agnes Water, Qld

Kinka Beach & the Keppel Islands, Qld - 19/06/18

'Sunny's' new profile pic with a tropical twist, looking towards the Keppel Islands, Qld

Serene nights by our campfire at Island View Holiday Park, Kinka Beach

Frankie staying on guard as we enter crocodile country!

An early morning visit from a wild peacock in full plume!

In our happy place, waking up to this peaceful view overlooking the lake

Lunch stop Yeppoon, Qld - 22/06/18

Delicious vegan lunch at Nourish, Yeppoon

Back on the road again, heading towards Mackay - gorgeous Georgie

Airlie Beach, Qld - 24/06/18

Nothing Prepares you for the blue blue water as you come over the hill to Airlie Beach

Blue skies and turquoise ocean views towards the Whitsundays

Bowen and Horseshoe Bay, Qld - 24/06/18

Home is where you set up camp for the night...

We were treated to a stunning sunset from our beach front camp site in Bowen

...and the added bonus of an equally beautiful sunrise the next morning!

You can see why it's called Horseshoe Bay...

The rugged coastline from the lookout at Horseshoe Bay

Cheeky grins because we are having fun with this life on the road

Cardwell, Qld - 27/06/18

Misty morning looking towards Hinchinbrook Island from Cardwell

Brilliant turquoise water of the hidden spa pools in Cardwell

Frankie is happy because there are no crocs, and she can go swimming!

The natural minerals in the ground give the water it's vibrant blue colour

Murray Falls, Girramay National Park, near Tully Qld - 29/06/18

Mission Beach, Qld - 29/06/18

Lush palm trees, and plenty of coral made exploring so fun!

Soldier crabs cover the beach with their incredible star patterns...

A local festival to raise awareness for the endangered Cassowary bird

Enjoying our morning yoga practice on Wongaling beach - Warrior II

Paronella Park, Mena Qld - 03/07/18

The creation of a Spanish dreamer who migrated to Qld in the 1930's

Jose Paronella wanted to share his beautiful property with the public - the romance of waterfalls and castles...

It was nearly destroyed by cyclones and a fire, but his legacy still remains to this day

Every evening there is a magical light show with music...

The current owners have restored the park and gardens for the enjoyment of the public...

Mamu Tropical Skywalk, Wooroonooran Qld - 05/07/18

A raised platform takes us through the rainforest canopy

We climb 100 steps to this wonderful view across the valley of the Mamu people

I'm in awe of the magnificent rainforest...

Millaa Millaa Falls, Qld - 05/07/18

Blue skies, waterfalls and rainbows today...

Historical Village, Herberton, Qld - 06/07/18

Lake Tinnaroo ( Lunch stop and bike ride ) 07/07/18

Camping with a difference at the retro drive-in, Mareeba Qld 07/07/18

The long drive inland to the Cape ( 266kms )

Cooktown, Qld 08/07/18

Captain Cook's landing place in 1770

The beautiful Cooktown Botanical Gardens were such a surprise

A Ulysses butterfly up-close...sadly she had already passed away

Finch Bay, Cooktown Qld- 10/07/18

Just me on a rock at the top of Australia...

A morning with Aboriginal elder Willie Gordon, Hopevale Qld- 12/07/18

We spent a few hours gaining insights into indigenous culture

We went walkabout to learn more about his culture and his ancestry, the Guurrbi people

This is my favourite painting showing good people standing in the light...

Lakelands, Qld- 12/07/18

We meander back south again via the same inland road

Julatten, Qld- 12/07/18

Looking down towards Port Douglas from Julatten in the tablelands...

Newell Beach, Qld - 12/07/18

Our view across the cane fields from our camp site...

Beach fun but still wary of crocs!

Mossman, Qld - 13/07/18

The stunning backdrop of the Mossman Gorge and the Daintree National Park

Market day!

Fresh produce from the local farmers...

Mossman Gorge, Qld - 13/07/18

Stunning green water of Mossman Gorge, perfect for a dip...

Because two hats are better than one...

Port Douglas, Qld - 14/07/18

Four Mile Beach - Finally we can swim without crocodiles!

The Daintree National Park & Cape Tribulation, Qld - 16/07/18

Spectacular rainforest walks in the Daintree

Creature spotting in the rainforest...

The incredible cassowary strutting through our campsite

Native tea-trees staining the creek with a reddish tinge

They call this Cape Tribulation...but I cannot see any trouble here

Snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef, Qld - 19/07/18

Heading out to the outer reef on Wavelength 3

We chose a snorkelling only tour, and spent over 3 hours exploring the underwater reef magic

We spot whales as they migrate north with their young

Ellis Beach, Qld - 20/07/18

Our amazing beachside camp for the night...

Kuranda, Qld - 20/07/18

Barron falls through the lens...

Healthy treats from the Kuranda traditional markets

Fishery Falls, Qld - 21/07/18

South Mission Beach, Qld - 23/07/18

A huge 6m Amethyst Python in the bush beside our walk

Another Cassowary sighting, a dad with his 3 chicks walking through the streets.

Yeppoon, Qld - 26/07/18

Blissful camping by The Causeway Lake

Cooroy, Qld - 01/08/18

Cute vintage finds in the streets of Cooroy

Cooran, Pomona & Kin Kin ( again ), Qld - 02/08/18

We spend 10 happy days scouring the countryside in search of our dream acreage

Could this be it?

Morning yoga in the park, Pomona Qld

Suffolk Park, NSW - 09/08/18

Vegan food heaven at Suffolk Park Bakery...worth driving across the country for!

Ettalong Beach, NSW - 10/08/18

Back home for a brief pause to connect with family

Still catching the tale end of Winter in the South

Frankie & Georgie the best travelled dogs in Australia :)

Our first 12 week leg of our roadtrip in 'Sunny' the wonderbus has been an amazing adventure of discovery. We have driven over 9000kms, and loved every minute of it. We reached as far north as Hopevale in the Cape York Peninsula, met so many wonderful people, had countless breathtaking animal and nature encounters, incredible sunsets...and most of all, we are more in love than ever. Sure, there have been a few disappointments, mainly the rules and restrictions surrounding free-camping, but overall it was so worth the experience. Stay tuned for the next step of our Aussie odyssey. We can't wait to continue on the path soon...

Send us a message if you have any questions, or to just say hi. We love to share and chat!

See you on the road,

Danielle & Tony

(Frankie & Georgie) xxx

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