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Travel Plans & Hotels for Japan and Brisbane + Packing Essentials
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items Things I won't travel without + places I've loved staying/doing in Japan and Australia! (I'll add more soon!)
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Brisbane/Gold Coast Australia Activities/Excursions
Japan hotels
What to pack/travel resources
Brisbane/Gold Coast Australia Activities/Excursions
Insanely gorgeous and a great day trip! Well operated and we even saw koalas in the wild! The color of the ocean literally looks like the pictures (even more amazing in real life) and you'll have some time to take a dip too!
North Stradbroke Island Day Trip from Brisbane
Did this cruise while in the Gold Coast and honestly i thought it was kinda scary but it was also cool! We saw lots of whales and this boat is smaller than many of the other companies which means you can travel to where the whales are faster and get ...
Gold Coast Whale Watching Cruise
This was such a fun day trip from Brisbane! So many animals to see, 100s of koalas, and you can even feed kangaroos. Definitely hold the koala... such a cool experience! Lunch at the sanctuary is actually good (I got fish and chips) and they serve fo...
Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary with Brisbane River Cruise
Japan hotels
If you are also looking for itineraries/things to do, let me know!
We LOVED staying here! The futon beds were so comfortable and make sure you get the package with breakfast included! It is so worth it! The views are incredible and natural hot springs/onsens are on the property. Very clean and comfortable, even if y...
Traditional Inn we stayed at in Yufuin, Oita, Japan: Ryokan YAMANAMI
This hotel in Nagasaki is in a great location. 2 minute walk to Chinatown and also to the covered shopping area with lots of restaurants (Hamanamachi). It is 4-5 minutes to Meganebashi (famous bridge, you can hang out and walk down along and across t...
Candeo Hotel in Nagasaki, Japan (Shinchi Chinatown)
What to pack/travel resources
You wont find me on a flight without my eye mask!
LitBear Sleep Eye Mask for Sleeping Light Blocking. Soft & Breathable with Adjustable Elastic Strap for Flight Nap
I have this in black, size M. It's so compact but also warm. I don't travel without it! From Uniqlo (they're basically famous for this jacket lol)
Ultra Light Down Jacket, Perfect for traveling to cold/cool places
Booked all my Australian Excursions using Viator!
Viator: How I found & booked all my trips & activities in Australia!
I always travel with 2 earbuds in case one pair dies! LOL airpods dont fit in my ears which is why i use these
Rose Gold Wireless Running Earbuds for Women, 80 Hour Long Battery Life. Over the Ear Earbuds with Microphone
Doesn't dry out your hands and smells good
PlaneAire Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer
I try to travel with only carry-on sized luggage as much as possible! Available in other colors
Airline Approved Carry On Luggage, Expandable Suitcase with Wheels 22x14x9
Scroll to see some travel pics I took with my flipstik! I love it because now I don't have to ask other people to take my picture. Sticks to literally any surface for the perfect hands-free picture of self!
Flipstik: Take photos, videos & selfies hands-free on the go!
I'm cheap and won't buy airpods but these work better IMO (and stay in my ears lol)
Mini Wireless Earbuds Bluetooth 5.3 in Ear Light-Weight Headphones Built-in Microphone, IPX5 Waterproof with Charging Case
The best, compact universal travel adaptor
World Travel Adapter Kit - 2 USB + 2 US Outlets, Surge Protection, Plugs for Europe, UK, China, Australia, Japan - Perfect for Laptop, Cell Phones, Cameras
Reduces face puffiness and I'm just obsessed with face rolling haha
Jade Roller & Gua Sha Set for Skin Care Routine and Puffiness
I have it in gold and it has held up for over 8 years!
Lay-n-Go Drawstring Cosmetic & Makeup/Toiletry Bag for Travel
Usually cheaper to buy and pack than buy when you're there! A must if you're traveling to a walkable city.
COMPACT Travel Umbrella - Windproof
Many countries make you pay for plastic bags, so bringing your own is convenient!
Eco Right, Reusable Canvas Tote Bag