DID WE MAKE A HUGE AUSTRALIAN MISTAKE?
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- čas přidán 1. 03. 2023
- Tia & Cheveyo
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Hey all 🙂👋🏻
Thank you all for the words of advice, recommendations, and info! We read every single comment, even if we did not reply to all of them. Your thoughts are appreciated 😊
Also just want to clear a couple things up because a few people have expressed concern:
- The US & AU have a reciprocity agreement and recognize one another’s drivers’ licenses when traveling on a tourist visa.
- We have 3rd party insurance for the car.
- We will most definitely bring water into the desert.
Have a great day, everyone!
I don't know about how the US issues licences, but here in Oz, if you have an auto licence, you are not supposed to be driving a manual shift. If you have a manual licence, you can drive both.
@@noelanderson8915 NSW doesn't have that. Varies by state
@@bbglas007 oh okay, but it does seem like a good idea to me. It's so different driving a manual compared to an Auto.
Oh wow, driving from Perth is a long boring drive, road trips Australia are mostly interesting when driving along the coast, otherwise they can be boring, but good luck !
@@noelanderson8915 Since the US license is recognized under a reciprocity agreement, we are allowed to drive the same class of vehicle as we would be in the US. So auto or manual, since the US does not make a distinction.
That being said, I (Cheveyo) have been driving manual cars for 15 years and my first car was a manual.
There is nothing better than the great Aussie Road trip.
Before tackling some of the more remote areas of our great land: be sure to have some emergency rations and plenty of water in your car.
distance from Melbourne to Sydney is roughly 900 km about 9 hours of drive
@@kennythaidam5287 9 hours if you don't stop and sit on the limit and don't get traffic either end
In retrospect Blueberry has done herself proud.
It's a Mazda. It's a good car. They get better fuel economy now though.
Manual options for almost everything so there's less to break. A real car guy right here 🛠👍
You could call the car "Hope" or "Faith" The drive across the Nullabor to South Australia is a mind-numbingly long boring drive (just my opinion). Make sure you have plenty of water and pay attention to when the next available fuel is. Also be very aware of Kangaroos nearing sunset, they will jump out in front of the car and they are hard to spot. Apart from that, have a great trip LOL. South Australia is nice. As you head South towards Adelaide you have the Barossa Valley, which is a wine district, if you are into that. As you leave Adelaide for Melbourne, there is a cute town called Hahndorf. I think it was originally settled by Germans. The quickest way to Melbourne is through Bordertown but the much more picturesque way is through Mount Gambier and along the coast. Port Fairy is a very pretty coastal town. The Great Ocean Road is such a scenic drive but quite winding though. There are nice places Like Apollo Bay, Lorne and Torquay. If you choose not to go that way, you can head inland from Warrnambool to Geelong.
The 'paint' you noticed is a special coating they spray on sand to stop wind erosion before building on the land
As a West Australian this is great to watch. Please make sure you go see the caves near Margaret River, they are spectacular.
Thanks for the tip!
The "painted ground" looks to me like the stuff they use here in Australia to grow grass over large areas. It's a coloured pulp made from recycled paper that's has grass seeds mixed in and is sprayed out as a liquid and allows the grass to start growing without being sowed.
Loved watching you guys! Hope you enjoy Australia
its colored so they know where they sprayed it.
Hi guys. Enjoying your videos. Suggestion for you with the car. Invest in something called roadside assist. It might cost you about $200.00 but it will cover you Australia wide if something major goes wrong with your car. Especially travelling between Western Australia to Adelaide. There is very little as far as towns along the way. Enjoy your travels. Your doing more than most Australians have done. And 8 weeks might not get you all the way only driving a few hours a day.
Such a good move getting a car! We wish we had done that when we got to Aus.
Drive safe y’all!! Especially between dusk and dawn, they’re not kidding about all of the animals that hop out in front. & kangaroos will absolutely hop in front of you. 😂
Also there’s an app that lists and maps free campsites (I can’t recall the name, but you guys can find it I’m sure!)
Guys I am super excited for this road trip… it’s going to be epic! Just make sure that as you hit the more remote areas that you have emergency supplies of food and water etc.
And Cheveyo, loving that Aussie accent! 😂
Road trips around Oz is awesome. The drive from West to East can be a bit long and dull, but there are some wonderful views and great little towns to pop into! Having driven over the Nullabor numerous times, take your time, make sure you fill up the car with fuel often as there is a stretch over the Nullabor where Fuel Stations can be far and few between. But it's an achievement to drive across it, and the reward that the east coast of Australia will bring will be well worth it! Enjoy the Mazda - very fuel efficient! BLUE STU!
Make sure you enjoy some of those amazing country town bakeries!
First Vietnam South to North, then Japan tip to toe, now Oz West to east. You certainly like the epic trips. Another thing about 7-11 their coffee is actually OK for $2. Definitely name the car "Bluey" after the fantastic cartoon series. (I've got grandkids so I've watched it a lot).
Oh ya! I second Bluey. Perfect name for an Aussie car
I third bluey! (...But also like blueberry)
The correct Australian name for a Blue coloured car would be 'Red' or Ranga.
Between the Wiggles and Bluey and the revamp of Matilda Aussies like to corner the market on kids entertainment. 😊
They're def adventurist couple lol
Looks good. Id recon you could drive that right around the whole country without much drama.
Enjoy your road trip. Lots to see and do. For a car name - why not “Bluey” - matches the colour, also blue heeler dogs in Australia and of course Bluey character in the Bluey TV show!! 😊🦋
If you can get to the Augusta Jewel Cave, it is stunning! My dad was one of the first three Aussies to explore and chart the cave back when he was a very young Geologist/speleologist. He is now 86 years young. Welcome to WA! I have been shouting tips at the screen lol It is fun to watch you exploring our beautiful state. Stay safe and have a wonderful time! Hope that your little "Marzda" keeps going. Love from Perth, WA xoxo
I am SOOOOOOO jealous of you guys!!!!!!! You are going to have a super great trip!!!! I did a 1 month Australia road trip back in 1988 with a buddy. We didn't buy but rented for the month. Went up the east coast from Sydney to Gladstone surfing and scuba diving. Love it!! Regarding buying. Before we left I researched the trip and several guide books back then(no internet) recommended buying if you are staying for more than 2 months. When you sell you can get almost all your money back.
Can't wait to see the VLOGS! All the best to you from San Diego, CA.
True blue ....it's an Aussie term and perfect for your car
The Car shall be named "Barbie Blue", and will travel the length and breadth of Oz, making many friends along the way, spreading Joy & Love... just like you two!
Genuis. Cars are more expensive in Sydney compared to Perth. I think you might actually make money!
I guessed 2004 Mazda turns out 2005 somehow I knew subconciously super retro lol. "0-60?? YES" Had me on the floor xD
If you sell your car in WA when you have finished with it you can transfer it straight to another person and it doesn't have to be checked for road worthyness. Plus it didn't have to be relicenced like you would have to do if it's sold interstate.
The drive across is easy. Take your time and avoid driving at night or you will probably hit an animal if some type. You certainly don't want to hit a Wombat. They say it's like running over a 12 gallon drum.
Australia can be expensive but from what I see you are doing it right. A cheap disposable cylinder camping stove from Kmart is a must have. $20 plus $5 for the cylinders well spent.
Check the oil and coolant every day and as long as you don't thrash the car it will easily get you around the whole country.
Good choice of car. Reliable and easy to resell at the end.
The longest Railway Platform in the Southern Hemisphere is in Albury on the border of New South Wales and Victoria. You will pass through Albury on your way to Sydney.
"Zero to sixty?... Yes."
Well done. You earned todays like.
😂😜👍
Awesome! Have fun!
There's only one name for the car. Can't get any more Aussie than Bluey.
I'm super glad you're in Perth! I've been living in Perth almost 15 years and I genuinely think Perth is one of the best city in the world. Especially if you love nature and relaxed lifestyle. So much I love it I had a tour operator small business before covid. There's so many amazing places you can visit! I'm bit sad you will miss north but south is also pretty spectacular, especially Esperance! And it's really good idea you bought a car. It is indeed the best way to travel in Australia. Good luck!
I'm so glad to see someone get outside of the cities. That is where you find the real Australia.
Roadtrip!!!! So awesome. Can't wait to see the updates... Have fun, be safe and yeah... have fun!! 🤠
You guys are amazing. The ending in traffic. Priceless. 😆 🤣 😂
😮 nice work guys, and an awesome way to actually see Australia.
Great to see you on the road again. Busselton Jetty is bliss.
The Blueberry is spot on, Gus would be so proud. 🤣🤣❤❤❤❤
Wow! This is super exciting. Can’t wait to see the rest of your trip in Australia!
That car is good for where you want to go. I suggest you just change the oil and oil filter and possibly spark plugs too. How many ks are on the car?
watching these two on my phone, while TV is on marathon with their vietnam trip. totally hooked. Thanks for sharing your travel life. Tia so sweet and Cheveyo so funny.
WOOHOO excited to see your trip. A couple of tips:
You'll have no mobile phone and very limited WiFi between Norseman and Ceduna, except at the WA/SA border. They all rely on satellite services.
Fill up fuel at Norseman, Mundrabilla and Ceduna. Top up in between if needed but those 3 are significantly cheaper than in between. Outback fuel is expensive: not only cos of the carting distances for the tanker trucks, but also cos they are off-grid so have to rely on diesel generators and solar power systems to run everything including the bowsers. I've heard cartage can cost the servo 30c per litre just to receive fuel. So of course that is passed on.
Some outback road houses mark short expiry items as having been frozen and safe to eat/drink past the date. This is fine, don't be scared you won't be poisoned. Eg milk they'll get say monthly and deep freeze it, then thaw it for sale later. It'll be labelled to say so, but if unsure ask. This won't happen in towns, but you'll see it after Norseman and before Ceduna.
Highly recommend staying overnight at Balladonia (you can do Esperance to Balladonia in a comfortable day or Kalgoorlie to Balladonia if you're taking the northern detour). Don't bother staying o/n at Norseman but do fuel up! Balladonia is where Skylab crashed in 1977. There's a good free "museum" in the roadhouse for both Skylab and the Nullarbor highway, that'll give you something to do for an hour or so.
You might want to consider popping into Supercheap Auto or similar at Albany or Esperance to get a car cooler - for about $30 it'll connect to the 12V cigarette lighter and keep stuff cool for the day - think cheese, drinks, lunch meats etc. It is nice buying lunch daily but can become $$$.
Hope you've got Wave Rock on your itinerary! Spend a couple of days in each of Albany and Esperance - the beaches are the best anywhere - pure white sand and crystal clear water with no civilisation (& pollution) between there and both Antarctica and Africa!
After you get to SA, take all the lookouts on your right (south side of the highway) between the border and Nullarbor - there's about 6 of them. Nullarbor's is "Head of Bight" and is a breeding sanctuary for whales. The views from all 6 are unbelievable.
Keep an eye out for the "RFDS Emergency Landing Strip" on the highway - it is literally a runway for the Royal Flying Doctor Service when required in an emergency.
Enjoy the trip!
Ive only just started watching your videos as of yesterday, as your aussie videos popped up on my feed. You guys are rays of sunshine!!! Love watching you two travel, especially in my home country Australia. Wishing you two all the best ❤️
Safe journey! In Australia, we are taught to have at least a 10 minute break from driving every two hours, on long road trips. Helps to stop getting sleepy on the long, straight roads. Many people have fallen asleep at the wheel and had an accident.
Can’t wait until you get to Adelaide. Please reach out if you need anything when you get here!
Shout out from Melbourne. Wish you guys a safe drive through this great country.
The simpler the car the less to go wrong and it always will if Murphy's law has a say. Good choice on the car. Looking forward to your trip. All the best tomyou both.
Another great one thankyou
Been great watching you guys experience my home town. Southwest of Western Australia has a lot of wonderful places. Looking forward to your further travels around Australia.
Hi guys, excited about your cross country journey, hope all goes well, have a safe journey and hope the mazda holds up well ☺
What a great way to explore Australia! Would be fun to hear more of that Aussie accent haha!
You chose well with the Mazda 3. I got my Dad to buy one with 50,000km on the clock and it has now done well over 200,000km with only maintenance needed. No breakdowns or repairs needed. His previous Mazda was the same went to over 300,000km before giving up the ghost. I would recommend them over any other car for driver enjoyment, cost and reliability.
Wow.... that's gonna be a long road trip! Hope everything stays well during the trip. Heard that the outbacks can be gruelling and very sparse. So do bring along extra supplies (food, drinks and spare chargers!). Look forward to your vlogs on that journey..... 👍
I'm from Perth. Nice to see someone finally visit 😆
OK, car is a great idea. Quick tip, the kangaroos.....they are not predictable. They will change direction on a dime and they WILL run straight into you. If you see one on the side of the road, assume it is planning in jumping out in front of you. Slow right down and crawl past them. Stick to the speed limit and don't use your phone while your driving, both those things will cost you a LOT if you get fined.
Nice to hear from you guys! I have been wondering how far along you were because it’s been a while and I think you said you were going to be here in Australia for about 3 weeks. Great idea with the car and a road trip! Safe and happy travels!
When the video started, you were in South Perth, just about a mile from my home. After you made the playlist "From The Beginning", I've watched roughly 100 of your uploads. To find out you are taking on one of life's best adventure's (and it won't be easy - but it will be stunning) brings me heaps of joy. Can't wait to see it unfold and I'm praying that everything goes so well for you both.
That "chill vibe" you experienced on Busselton jetty, well, get used to it, you'll get a whole country's worth of chill in the coming weeks. I so hope the Australian countryside puts on a show for you. And I hope the rains come when you travel because it'll bring the flora back to life so quickly when it does.
Much love. Wish you well.
This video's vibe is different and chill. I like it! Looks like you guys thought through this carefully together and came to a good decision on the Mazda. No worries and enjoy. Congrats on the car and have a great road trip!
I just came across your channel, you two are adorable, I am now watching some of your previous videos. Australia is on my bucket list, so I am looking forward to all your future adventures. Safe travels, hi from Canada!
0 to 60....yes.😅Unfortunately, Australian state governments have made an art form out of revenue raising via road 'safety'. It's disgusting.
Yes, Aldi is the best!
I drove from Sydney to Perth, you have an amazing journey in front of you. Nothing can prepare your for the beauty of Esperance. I'm going to enjoy watching your travels.
Can’t wait, and love to hear this! Cheers 😊
Welcome to Oz, take your time to enjoy your road trip, drive safe!! Had a mazda 3 myself great little car!!!
I lived in Darwin for 10 years and still go back regularly. I’ve never felt unsafe there. You just have to be sensible. There’s a lot to see and do. I know you went to Mindil markets but there are other great ones: Parap, Nightcliff Palmerston, etc. There is lots to see inc: the fish feeding at Doctor’s Gully, the Botanical Gardens, the museum, the wave pool and restaurant precinct down the wharf, East Point, Berry Springs, to name a few. I’m not sure how many you got to. During the dry season most of the scrub down the track is burnt off to reduce fire risk. You’ll often get that smokey tinge in the air during that time. There is often a lot of ‘homeless’ indigenous people at any given time because they come into Darwin for various reasons from their regional communities and find it hard to get somewhere to stay. The dry season: May to August, is the best time to go (and the least humid).
I look forward to watching your road trip, take your time and enjoy 👍
G'Day,as someone who has done the drive several times, '59 VW Camper being one of the Vehicles ,its a Great Adventure ahead of you,also beware wondering Wombats ,one nearly Wiped out our Little Civic! PS Came to Perth from Sydney on 3 week break in '71 , still hear🤣🤣
That's it, get out Australian State Capitals it is a major problem Very few people. Always keep Petrol(gas) tank full. If you see a sign last fuel stop for xxx miles ,fill up.
And some supermarkets (grocery stores) offer 4c off per litre (AUD)😂
I think the "painted field" is to stop the sand etc from blowing around
Enjoy the road trip! See you in Sydney =)
The Green Paint you referred to on the vacant land, it's a Glue Dye substance you mix the 2 together in water comes in 2 colours Green & White. It's usually good for 2 to 3 weeks its a short term fix its biodegradable. Used to prevent the creation of dust the glue creates a crust upon the surface & the dye (green) is to blend in with the surroundings. It's non toxic, cover your exposed areas if you use it because the dye is very hard to scrub off.❤
Busselton Jetty used to wobble out the end and there was bits missing after cyclone Alby blew half of the jetty away. I still have relatives who live there. After the cyclone, everyone was catching fish that were trapped in the flooded car parks near the beach. I haven't seen the jetty since they renovated it and put a tourist train on it. And it never had a toll in those days. Great fishing too!
Ok so I stumbled upon these videos last night and watched from cairns to the end , so now I’ve back tracked to see the first half of the road trip. You guys are so lovely☺️
Have a look at joining the NRMA (National Roads and Motorists Association) for roadside mechanical assistance. As you said there's a long lot of long ways from A's to B's.
They also have Ultra Care where they will also pay for accommodation if you get stuck waiting for car repairs.
What a great trip! Make sure you build in some rest days so you are not driving every day! Find the local farmers markets as there are plenty of them in southern Australia. If you are going to car camp, be sure to plan on getting some sleeping bags. Remember your truck car camping in Hawaii?!
For the name of your car, here are some ideas: true blue, bluebell, blue kangaroo, blue crew, blue wallaroo, bluebird, bluey, and blueberry. Good luck and have a wonderful trip!
My home town Busselton or Busso and your right so much so close and the sunsets when your at the beach are amazing
Love the synth movie montage music in background while talking about car
Love your car. Brings back many happy memories. I had one the same many years ago and it was a fun drive and quite reliable.
Heya peps! Welkome to the neighbourhood! Hope you are enjoying your stay. I am new to your channel. Im on my 3rd - Mazda 3, they are great cars. Yours looks pretty tidy. Safe travels.
Loving you journey around my backyard. If you get time in Esperance (not auntie on the end) make sure you include a trip out to Wharton Beach. Far enough away for the really busy tourist spots, but well within a day trip range.
I just watched your vlog. Great idea! For the name how about Blue Thunder! Also if you worried about AC just buy Freon filler. You can fill it yourself. Good luck you two!
You guys are nuts, but in the best possible way! Drive safely and make sure you take lots of breaks! Not sure if it’s been mentioned elsewhere but you can use petrol spy to work out who has the cheapest fuel.
I think that painted block of land for sale was sprayed with a grass fertilizer.
I bought the same type of car last year and they are a great car - as you will notice when you see plenty on the road still. only common problems i know of are thermostat getting stuck partially open meaning it takes longer too heat up and wont fully cool when hot. and maybe the odd sensor issue which can be fixed easy. Good luck, enjoy the travels.
Wow! What a surprise! My car is also a Mazda3, and it turned exactly 16 years old today since I collected it from the showroom brand new on 3/3/07! Still running very well and it has not broken down on the road!🤞 I've named her Chilli since she's red! 😂 Blueberry is a cute name for your car! Hopefully she'll take you to Sydney with no major issues! 🤞🤞🤞😊
Make sure you stop in at the Pinjarra and Dunsborough bakeries on your way down to Margs… you won’t be disappointed!! 😁
0 to 60. Yes! So funny.
Blueberry sounds good, Tia.
i really enjoyed watching your videos guys, now my😍 wifey started watching with me too
@One Pack Wanderers, Monday is a public holiday in WA that's why lots of people are heading down south for a break. In fact two of my children and their friends are in Dunsborough and Margaret River/Albany now.
Best of luck guys. I drove my young family from east to west coast and back many years ago. Best trip ever. Others will tell you to but it's pronounced Al-bany (not All-bany like NY) and Ess-prence..no accent on the last e. Hey a tip to save money here in Oz. Go to the supermarket after 7pm to pick up specials like a whole barbecued chicken for $4 instead of $11. They'll cut prices to move the fresh stock. Also get an app to find best petrol (gas) price, as they fluctuate wildly. Enjoy!
Fabulous idea. You should go all the way to Brisbane!
Thanks for sharing. You are giving me a different perspective of Australia.
You may need to pay attention to weather as Australia has more than fair share of bush fire and flooding. Have a safe enjoying trip!
Road Trip! Congrats on the car purchase! First day success! Drive safe watch out for roos! 🦘
Just this week I got back from the drive from Melbourne to Perth. Petrol on the Nullarbor was around $2.80 per litre. Fun fact: Nullarbor means "no trees". Also I can't stress to you enough that there is NOTHING basically between Norseman and Port Augusta (around 1500km) other than a few servo's. I'd recommend a jerry can or 2 in the boot just in case too. Have fun.
Hey Tia & Cheveyo, crossing the nullarbor will be tough. Try to cross it with the least amount of stops you can and get to South Australia. I've just spent a week in South Australia. I highly recommend Adelaide's Central Market for a bite to eat at lunch and head down towards the Fleurieu Peninsula for some great beaches and wineries in McLaren Vale. You're in for a treat once you get to Victoria when you see the Great Ocean Road which includes the Twelve Apostles. I live in Melbourne, so happy to give you some local tips when thinking about what to see and do in Victoria - Just let me know. Have a safe trip. Hang in there because the drive to South Australia will be long and boring. Cheers, Stef
How exciting!
I have a Mazda 3 - great reliable car... and unlike a lot of newer brands, has a timing chain and not a belt, which is a good thing as a belt (rubber) can let go after like 8yrs or 80k kilometers (I think it is... ) then it's new engine time .... Hopefully you got a bargain ! Bluey is a very Aussie name... that would go well with the colour !
See you guys in Melbourne! Will look out for the blue Mazda3..😅
You will definitely appreciate a good aircon in summer.
Perhaps a service before leaving would be prudent.
Just did that Sydney Perth and back look at petrol spy for the best fuel prices all over the country
Hint ...4x4 puncture kit from supercheap car shop is only 20$ if it's a nail or screw that puntured your tire just pull out with pliers and push in rubber plug .easy .need air pump aswell to inflate tyre .some work of cigarette lighter outlet.or battery terminal..
Oh and go into the treetop walk in Denmark (WA) and the giants forest - if you reckon the trees the other day were tall, well... You need to see this!
They paint the field or land to stop sand blowing around :) enjoy Australia!!
Best car hire in Perth is 'Northside car rentals, I have used them on several occasions and they never charged more than their advertised rate which never cost more than $300 a week!.
Buying a car for a longer term is a great option though.
Happy travels✌️
Beautiful area around south west and south coast of WA. Margaret River, Albany and Esperance. I loved the beach at Esperance. Enjoy the trip across the Nullarbor and see if you can see the Great Australian Bight. It's amazing!
The painted ground is too stop the sand blowing away after they have cleared the block. The grass may regrow too.
The whole coast is just sand and limestone.
The beaches around Esperance.( Pronounced Ess-per-anse.) Squeak when you walk on them. They super fine sand. You can make great sand castles.
Loving the pronunciation!
So excited for the Aussie road trip! Having a car is definitely (also unfortunately for the environment lol) the best way to get around the country. Have fun and drive safe!