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Travel Resources

We are not only here to entertain and inspire you, we are here to inform you.

Over the years we have personally and professionally travelled the world. And for any of us (including you) to do that, you have to rely on people and products. To book, pack, get there, get around, get home, stay safe, stay healthy, capture memories, and more.

So we thought we would share with you who has proven to us, to be the best of the best. Travel resources that help us travel better, both personally and professionally. 

So here is our list. The travel resources we love, the ones we recommend and why. Everyone is different, and we all travel differently, so our list is vast and varied. We hope you find something useful in it.


 

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We have worked with BIG4 Holiday Parks for three years now. In that three years, we have seen the trusty ‘caravan park’ grow and change face, all within the innovative spirit of BIG4. Trust us, the caravan park ain’t what she used to be.

With more than 180 Holiday Parks around Australia, BIG4 are pioneering great Australian holiday experiences. With EVERYTHING that mum, dad, kids, grandparents, couples and even the family dog are looking for in this modern age. Luxurious cabins, safari tents, pizza ovens, coffee carts, jumping pillows, water parks and resort pools. You name it, we have seen it.

The beauty is that is still caters to everyones budget. From camping and caravan sites to basic and deluxe cabins, everyone can holiday with complete freedom and fun. And what we love most about them, is the community. Everyone joins together, lifelong friendships are formed and experiences shared. It’s the Great Australian Holiday.


 

Antler_logo_Aus_Centralised_Hi_CoralWho do we trust to lug out kit around? For more than three years, Antler. We carry a lot of gear sometimes and we need reliable, durable and lightweight luggage that we know is going to do the job. The last thing anyone needs on a holiday is a luggage disaster. So we avoid them by travelling with Antler.

Some of the best things we like and trust about Antler? They have some of the lightest luggage going around (they are actually known as the champions of lightweight luggage). Those extra kilograms add up, and no one wants to pay for excess luggage! Plus the fact that you can get four wheels, hard or soft cases and a gorgeous range of colours to suit everyone. Win / Win.


 

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We must admit, Anaconda is a bit like a lolly shop for us! It’s that one-stop-shop that makes heading away on any adventure easy, no matter how big or small.

While it’s known as Australia’s largest camping superstore, it’s really so much more - with everything you could possibly need on any style of trip. Whether it be a camping or caravanning holiday, or a trip around the world, it caters for the lot.

In fact, we remember stocking up for our 4-and-a-half month caravanning trip around Australia over five years ago, and everything we needed was taken care of in the one visit. And then on the other hand, we’ve recently had a great shop for clothing and a backpack to head to Portugal to trek the Camino, and the range of product was fantastic.

The thing we love the most, is when you talk to the staff, they are all living the adventurous life – and their stories are endless.


 

Patagonia-footer From the icy chills of Antarctica to the deserts of Chile, the Rockies in Canada and the outback in Australia... We have been wearing and trusting Patagonia for many years now. Their range of technical clothing has meant we have been prepared for so many different environments, able to do our job, and experience all the location has to offer in comfort. And it's not all about performance, we think this gear looks pretty good too.


 

Canon logoAll of our team choose Canon DSLR cameras. Our main stills camera for Places We Go is a Canon 7D - it has been on almost as many Places We Go trips as we have and has stood the test of time. We use three main lenses - a versatile EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens which is great for all occasions, a EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Lens which we love for wide angles, and a Canon EF 24-70mm 1:2.8 for incredible image quality.


 

Travel Insurance is the one and only thing we insist you can't forget. We have had to use it so many times, it is simply not worth the risk overlooking it. The most flexible, easy to buy and easy to use travel insurance we have found is from World Nomads. You can buy, extend and claim online, even after you've left home. Travel insurance from WorldNomads.com is available to people from over 140 countries. It’s designed for adventurous travellers with cover for overseas medical, evacuation, baggage and a range of adventure sports and activities. 

 

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I was lucky enough explore regional Victoria earli I was lucky enough explore regional Victoria earlier in the year (between lockdowns!), and tour the Goldfields with @big4holidayparks – Sure, I got my much-needed fix of the outdoors and was able to feed my insatiable curiosity as I explored the regions utterly fascinating history & culture, but it was sitting up at the old bar of family run Munari wines, just outside of Heathcote that got me.
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 Chatting to the chief winemaker Adrian Munari, and his daughter India (over a lovely red, of course) I heard all about the historic sheep station that was established in 1871, and life on the property today. (I wonder how the farmers endured the pandemic in 1919?)  
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Here’s to a happy summer holiday for us all, of enjoying those ‘moments’, wherever we are. 
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 I based myself at the @BIG4BendigoAscotHolidayPark 
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 See link in bio if want to plan your own getaway 😍
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#holidayhearthisyear #ExploreBIG4 #BIG4HolidayParks #VisitVictoria @visitmelbourne
WHO WANTS TO **WIN** A LUXURIOUS 2-NIGHT GETAWAY? WHO WANTS TO **WIN** A LUXURIOUS 2-NIGHT GETAWAY?
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How would you (and a friend!) like to escape to NSW’s New England Tablelands on a 2-night LUXURIOUS getaway, experiencing the best of Armidale’s premium accom, stunning food, wine & beer, an immersion in the local arts AND a World-Heritage Listed backyard to cap it off? 
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Your weekend will include: 
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- 2 night premium suite package at the historic Tattersalls Hotel (including food & drink from their award-winning restaurant & breakfast included) 
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- A special "Private Directors Tour" at the New England Regional Art Museum of HINTON: Treasures of Australian Art, plus some goodies to take home! 
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- Grabbing a beer at Great Hops Brewing Company PLUS some special gifts delivered to your home
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- A special Hema Australian Atlas & Guide plus a NSW State Map 
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Take it from me, this is worth entering, and if you do in fact WIN, set your alarm and get up for sunrise in the New England National Park, followed by a trip to Wollomombi Falls (the second highest falls in the county!) - it was sincerely exceptional.
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Oh and say hello to John at the Tattersalls Hotel, Rachael from the Art Gallery, and Sam from Great Hops Brewery. 
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 **TAG A FRIEND YOU'D  LOVE TO TAKE, and increase your chances of winning by both entering.. I know I would 😉❤
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 **LINK IN BIO **
Good luck, 
Jen xx
WE HAVE LIFT OFF!!! ON TV TODAY 😎🕺 . Would WE HAVE LIFT OFF!!! ON TV TODAY 😎🕺
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Would love you to join me as we celebrate the locals of #armidale on TV today
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Tune in (or set your record buttons) @ 1.30pm, ON TEN **TODAY**
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A special thanks to all those that not only shared their magnificent backyard with us, but who opened their hearts and let our TV cameras in.
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Armidale, you can no longer use the term “hidden treasure” 😉
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Ps did I say “today” enough times? 😆🤪🙏 Jen xx
ARMIDALE IN THE SPOTLIGHT Ready for another cele ARMIDALE IN THE SPOTLIGHT
 
Ready for another celebration of a brilliant person and travel experience for us all?
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Meet James Rainger from @fleetadventures 
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He not only spends his life taking us travellers on scenic chopper tours over his World-Heritage Listed backyard of the #newengland region – he’s one of the many brilliant pilots who you’ll find hovering above the blazing heat helping fight our Australian Bushfires.
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When I shared my nerves about flying, he settled me with in seconds. Super grounded, in safe hands kind-a-feeling, with the biggest sparkle in his eye.
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“To be part of the firefighting team is being in the #armidale  community - we all live here, our kids go to school here, so we love it. Armidale is a community where we all band together, we’re very passionate about our backyard, and we hope it shows.. and we certainly hope people come and see what it’s like. We’ve got a unique view of part of the world that not many people get to see. And there are not hordes of people here, so it’s very personal, we like to bring people into our world and our life – and share it – thank you for taking the time to come and visit us… “
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As for the flight? Put it on your @theaustralianbucketlist
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Jen xx

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