On the tarmac at William Creek

Freddie and the Flight over Lake Eyre! Coober Pedy, South Australia

I suspected it when I first saw him in the distance.  Then he slipped on his super-cool aviator sunnies* and I knew it for sure. Our pilot and tour guide for the flight over Lake Eyre was a dead ringer** for Freddie Mercury! Of course looking like the Queen ex-frontman didn’t guarantee anything.  But a top priority—not just for Freddie[…]

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Penneshaw Beach

10 Beautiful Kangaroo Island Beaches

Much of Kangaroo Island’s 509 kilometre-long (316 mile) coastline is rugged and rocky, with dramatic and spectacular scenery.  The soaring cliffs, towering dunes, dense coastal vegetation, and rock formations that make up much of the shoreline are frequently battered by strong winds and pounding seas.  And several active lighthouses scattered around the island indicate further offshore hazards. The conditions are[…]

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One of my FAVES …

Salt and Charcoal Acquires Iconic Australian Travel Website Redz Australia

Salt and Charcoal is thrilled to announce the acquisition of the popular Australian travel website Redz Australia (redzaustralia.com), formerly known as Red Nomad OZ. For nearly six years, Redz Australia, created by the adventurous travel author, Marion Halliday, has captured the hearts of travel enthusiasts through its outback focussed blog posts, rich storytelling and stunning photography. Marion, also known as[…]

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