What is a Travel Mate?

In Australian terms, a 'mate' is a friend, someone you can count on to have your back and to stand beside you in good times and bad.  A Travel Mate is exactly the same thing, with the added benefit of helping you find everything you need to plan the perfect vacation in Australia.  I am here to answer your questions, offer suggestions and give advice about travelling in Australia.  What's unique about this blog is that you'll learn a bit about the 'real Australia' - the gems that are off the beaten path; stuff that many tourists don't even know about, so that you can tour like a native.