The Long Walkabout

In the present post I’m happy to show our first travel plan that took roughly 18 months. Before speaking about the route, it’s better to explain the reasons that motivated us to choose the land down under, the land of the kangaroos and koalas, the land of the opportunities…as you understand I’m obviously speaking about Australia!

Landscape in North Territory @moniferra Instagram

Our purpose was living a real adventure in one of the most wild territory in the world and at  the same point trying to embrace its culture and way of thinking while having fun, and the only place able to offer all of this is the magic land of OZ! Sunny days, turquoise water, beautiful beaches, top wild nature and supreme landscapes are just some of the things you can find here. On the other side this stunning country provides  modern facilities and any type of means of transport, allowing  tourists to reach their destinations relatively easily despite the long distance between different point of interests.

If you like the classic trip “on the road”, no worries mates, you will find camping areas and barbies (BBQ) where you can have the pleasure to taste an aussie steak sipping  a coldie  during a relaxing arvo.

Sunrise @moniferra Instagram

Even if the official language is English the only thing you should know about Australia before booking your flight is: do not  forget the dictionary but, above all, an Australian slang guide because,  especially at the beginning of your experience, understand every single word could be a difficult challenge. But don’t worry everything is gonna be alright ! Aussie people are really kind, open-minded,  helpful and willing to repeat for you. 

Regarding the trip, there are no secrets! We didn’t plan anything before and we had just followed our wanderlust.  Landing at Brisbane, we decided to stay there for a couple of months in order to get some money for traveling and  time to adapt to the new territory and meet new friends. As you can see from the interactive map ("Our Aussie Adventure"), we have firstly decided to  visit the eastern coastline and then the wonderful countryside, without missing the paradise islands of Queensland and the heart-breathing Tassie, the Tasman devil island.

Moreton Island beach front @moniferra Instagram

According to aboriginal people  there is a strict connection between land, spirituality, soul and research of ourselves. This important meaning is evocated by the word walkabout, the big dream. There is nothing more perfect than this word to describe our trip…a LONG WALKABOUT!