How many days should we allow for Adelaide to Melbourne with a seven-year-old?
We have a July holiday and want worthwhile stops without keeping our child in the car all day.
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How should we choose an Adelaide to Darwin tour with fixed travel dates?
I have roughly two weeks between leaving Adelaide and a booked stay in Darwin, and would rather travel with a group.
Can four nights cover Clare, the Barossa and McLaren Vale comfortably?
We would like wine country after two city nights but do not want to spend the whole time changing accommodation.
How can we get mobile data after a Sunday evening arrival in Adelaide?
Our flight lands around 5 pm and we want directions and messages to work immediately.
How can we make a Sydney to Adelaide family drive feel less rushed?
We want several Adelaide days and an island visit during a two-week road trip.
Should we travel from Melbourne to Adelaide by train or by car?
We can take our time and want to choose the journey that suits the trip, not just the fastest arrival.
Is Adelaide or Glenelg a better base with a five-year-old in late January?
We want beach time and simple family outings around the Australia Day period.
When should we collect a rental car for an Adelaide to Melbourne road trip?
We have a guided island day and an Adelaide city day before driving the Great Ocean Road.
How should first-time visitors balance Adelaide city days and January day trips?
We want shopping and pool time as well as a Barossa wine outing and perhaps the Murray River.
Can we buy a phone SIM after arriving at Adelaide Airport?
We arrive internationally and cannot tell which phone shops are accessible from arrivals.
Should we rely on duty-free shopping after landing at Adelaide Airport?
We would prefer to shop on arrival rather than carry purchases through the flight.
Where can we find reasonably priced Adelaide souvenirs for children?
The airport and Hahndorf options look expensive, and we would like small gifts to take overseas.