Its funnt being from SA and rarely leaving. I spend so much time wishing to go somewhere else that I forget how others can see and love it here.
@motkawon4 сағат бұрын
I think a lot of people have this, myself included. I spent so much time away from Germany finding it boring and others rave about going there which then makes me remember that it isn't all bad there.
@tgb196512 сағат бұрын
Thank you for giving Mt. Remarkable and Alligator Gorge some publicity. However, I'm certain that if you had gone north into the Flinders Ranges you would have seen some glorious country. Maybe when you come back you could spend a bit more time... you'll be back. 😂
@motkawon12 сағат бұрын
@@tgb1965 haha yeah, I was debating with myself about going there and it was on the list. However, after some time in the cold on port Lincoln I had such a hard time with the heat at Mt. Remarkable again, that I went south again 😅 however, next time I'm there, I will for sure see Flinders!
@SprattyD12 сағат бұрын
I am from South Australia. The big issue here is that the state is so physically large and separated. This means you are looking at Hours! To drive as we have not had passenger trains for well over near 40 years at this point. Take Robe for example, most tourists would fly into Adelaide and would then need to drive 4 to 5 hours to get there. There is so much much to see but you need singular dedicated trips to embrance regions eg The Barossa, E.P, the Yorke Peninsula and so on.
@motkawon12 сағат бұрын
@@SprattyD I agree. Tho I wanna say this describes all of Australia's, or at least all of it apart from the street between Melbourne and Brisbane 😂 it takes days to get to places when you travel by car. But if you've got the time, this is also its magic. Coming from the most populated country in Europe I love driving through endless empty stretches of land with no signs of mankind anywhere.
@ScorpNovemberbaby17 сағат бұрын
It's because we keep it secret ☺
@philphil6006Күн бұрын
Most liveable city in the world. Best state in Australia for quality of living.
@mercurycougar2520Күн бұрын
Nothing to see here, keep going
@brycejames8770Күн бұрын
FYI. “EYRE” is pronounced “AIR” keep the videos coming. 🍻
@motkawonКүн бұрын
Haha yeah thanks. Was told that a few times in the comments. Now I know 😄
@ross4970Күн бұрын
Get out before the moon becomes full.
@mattpluta4749Күн бұрын
Forgotten state? Everyone seems to be moving here making it near impossible for people that live here to get houses
@motkawonКүн бұрын
Well I took this title from a tourist perspective, as South Australia isn't often the first thing mentioned when talking about "I'm doing a holiday in Australia and will do this and that." Of course can't speak for locals.
@mattpluta4749Күн бұрын
@motkawon yeah good point, I guess I'm talking about people migrating not visiting
@Danger_Mouse_00Күн бұрын
Just come across your channel and see that you're doing a great job documenting your travels. As an Aussie I give ya a 👍👌😎
@motkawonКүн бұрын
Thank you very much, appreciate that!
@Jacko1165Күн бұрын
SA is without doubt an exceptional beauty 💜
@motkawonКүн бұрын
Yes it was!
@Jacko1165Күн бұрын
@ Do you have a vid on just Adelaide?
@motkawonКүн бұрын
@Jacko1165 I will do one. As I'm travelling right now, I hardly find the time to edit anything. I started editing this video in November, just as a reference 😅 but Adelaide comes next, subscribe and don't miss 😉
@Jacko1165Күн бұрын
@ Thanks bud I’ve subscribed I appreciated that you travelled alone. I have done much of my travels alone and you are extra alert and stimulated by your surroundings. You had some near misses in your SA vid, in that you came close to some of Australia’s most stunning scenery but then you detoured in another direction. If you come back let me know and I’ll tell you of places that are sublime. If you want any tips for where you are now, let me know where that is bud. Safe travels.
@motkawon23 сағат бұрын
@Jacko1165 yeah I mean it's always like that when you travel on a tight schedule. You start googling what's good but the hidden gems you often miss. Tho, only about 30% of the things that I did made it into the video as sometimes I didn't film or what I filmed turned out sh*t. 😂 Rest of my Australia time will be work and east coast most likely, so whatever suggestions you got, feel free to post them 😊
@litlnote-wu6yvКүн бұрын
The Eyre in Eyre Highway/Peninsula is pronounced "Air". Thanks for your video. The odd thing is that the Flinders Ranges is quintessentially Australia. Unmistakable. Immensely ancient. Yet only a few travellers really get it. I just noticed you've already been told about Eyre. 👍
@motkawonКүн бұрын
@@litlnote-wu6yv yeah the Flinders were on my list. To be honest, I skipped it as I was over the heat and the flies. It was on my list all the time but in the end I just wanted to get down south and escape the flies and the hot weather. Tho I regret that decision.
@litlnote-wu6yvКүн бұрын
@motkawon I think it's a magical part of the country, a part of the country that most impacts me and that I constantly think of returning to for another look. I enjoy very much the opportunity to travel with others and seeing my home through the eyes of others like yourself. That's magical too. The magic of youtube! There is a lot to see and each part of the country has its wonders. Thank you, I look forward to go over your vids past and future as I've only just come across your journey. So happy and safe travels.
@mmcin719Күн бұрын
So much to see in South Australia this is just a few snapshots as you really skipped through it and missed so much. I enjoyed the video.
@motkawonКүн бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it. And for sure missed a lot, as time and money are always factors to consider. Not just SA but any country...
@roberte5057Күн бұрын
Please don't make fun of his pronunciation. I doubt you could pronounce or even speak his language. A South Australian who is friendly to tourists.
@witgobКүн бұрын
Great video. As a South Aussie, it’s always interesting hearing what o/s visitors think. We were stationed in remote areas, so know the Nullarbor well (although when we were there, you could go down and swim in the sink holes). It’s always worth a visit in Whale watching season. We were stationed at Pt Augusta when that plane crashed and my husband was part of the crew that guarded the scene and recovered the bodies. Very tragic. I was also born in Naracoorte, so know the caves well. We used to have barbecues in Blanche Cave. Enjoy the rest of your trip and safe travels. PS Hahndorf is not a place locals usually go, but the Academy is worth a look.
@motkawonКүн бұрын
Thank you, appreciate your kind words! 🙏
@michaelgrantham125Күн бұрын
Mate you were so lucky to be walking with that Goanna/monitor lizard. He was a beauty. Ive been out bush hundreds of times and never been so lucky to get close to a big one like him. Maybe its cause you were solo. A big King Brown snake is even more impressive. They have an aura.
@motkawonКүн бұрын
We had lots of them at my work place in western Australia, so seeing them again I thought it was just a regular thing. Saw two more that I didn't film so really felt like there were loads that day.
@anitacohen8753Күн бұрын
Forgotten state? It is best forgotten. Most of the population has been derived from the UK. Be warned. Give it a wide miss as most people do......their efforts are not in vain.
@RutgetZyborg2124Күн бұрын
Much like Tel Aviv
@motkawonКүн бұрын
Sorry, no idea what you wanna tell me with this as most of Australia's white population has been derived from the UK not just SA.
@le629710 сағат бұрын
What’s the warning for? What ‘efforts’ have most people taken? I don’t understand your comment.. I’d appreciate an explanation, thanks.
@travcat66Күн бұрын
When did the opera house become Oprah’s?
@motkawonКүн бұрын
@@travcat66 come on 😂 not my first language...
@danjam888Күн бұрын
Port Lincoln REPRESENT!!!
@lawrencekelliКүн бұрын
I enjoyed this video. I live in Adelaide and you brought back memories of places i've been like the hay stacks to places i'd like to go. Thank you!
@motkawonКүн бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! 😊
@thedallydiariesКүн бұрын
What a great video!!! I'm a South Aussie who has traveled the world pretty extensively but am always so happy to come back and call Adelaide home. SA is a beautiful state with so much to offer and I'm always telling people on my travels they need to come here. Our beaches, wineries, hills, food, festivals, the fleurieu, Flinders Ranges... there is so much to love! Thankyou for taking the time to visit and show off our beautiful, very underrated state! 🙂
@motkawonКүн бұрын
It was indeed wonderful and I keep telling people not to miss out on SA when in AUS. Glad you liked the video!
@Lins432 күн бұрын
What a fabulous find, loved your travel video of Sth Aust. I’m from Naracoorte and so happy you visited the Caves there. I was in SA recently and it looks like you were in Adelaide roughly the same time I was, the Asia festival was the hint. You brought back some lovely travel memories for me of my trip back to SA recently, as I now live in Tasmania
@motkawonКүн бұрын
Thank you so much for your kind words. Glad you enjoyed it. I will do a video about Adelaide too, once I find some time for editing 😅
@Lins43Күн бұрын
@motkawon I look forward to your Adelaide video. Any plans for a Tasmania trip?
@witgobКүн бұрын
Born in Naracoorte and remember barbies in Blanche Cave - before the big discoveries.
@motkawonКүн бұрын
@@Lins43 sadly not in the foreseeable future. I've only got a year in Australia (ending soon) and this country is just too big to do it all.
@kingsleypalmer56912 күн бұрын
It is the remains of a wrecked light aeroplane. It flew into the side of Mount Remarkable in bad weather.
@dickwilliam37932 күн бұрын
yes! he explained that in the video.
@motkawonКүн бұрын
Yes, I quickly googled it when coming across the wreckage.
@juliemitchell98352 күн бұрын
Didnt you go to the Bluff at Victor harbour.Best views
@motkawonКүн бұрын
Sadly I didn't, guess it's just what happens when travelling quickly. Maybe next time.
@melsalteraustraliaКүн бұрын
@@motkawon yeah you cant see everything in one trip. I hope you loved it here in SA
@witgobКүн бұрын
Also Whalers Way at Pt Lincoln. Spectacular
@juliemitchell98352 күн бұрын
Eyre is pronounced air
@motkawonКүн бұрын
Thank you, another comment mentioned this already. One never stops learning I guess.
@criticalthinkersrule2 күн бұрын
It was a diprotodon - huge animal related to wombats.
@goannaj32432 күн бұрын
Shark diving in Pt Lincoln is expensive, done it twice, first without sharks, 2nd half price due to that and yeah, them sharks are huge. edit, 1st run had a great fun mob of sales reps, no sharks but a great day out on the sea with funny guys. 2nd run had sharks but the green seasick US marines needed sleep on their R&R. Fair enough they weren't here to eat cake and had a big booze up the night before, respect the troops, this is a place to test their metal and I'm sure they did.
@glenod3 күн бұрын
eerie highway.... eyre hwy.... nah mate, its pronounced like the word air.
@motkawon3 күн бұрын
@@glenod thanks for that. Never too old to learn something new I guess😂
@glenod3 күн бұрын
@@motkawon yw sir.
@NielsSorensen-sh8tmАй бұрын
Nulls or boring open your eyes 👀 mate
@motkawonАй бұрын
What do you mean? 😂
@antonio_laganaАй бұрын
Fantastic shots😄
@peterjackson52252 ай бұрын
I loved Coral Bay........
@Tessienz2 ай бұрын
Hi Tom, great to see you enjoying Perth and surrounding areas. I also enjoyed watching your videos of NZ. Brought back some happy memories. Your fellow camper from Katrine’s Crossing, Theresa. 😄
@motkawonАй бұрын
Hey Theresa, sorry for not responding earlier to your comment. More NZ Episodes coming in next year 😉 hope you have great fun and plenty more solo camping experiences with your camper👍
@michiagno3 ай бұрын
Hi, If I was interested in working there for my 88 days would you be willing to help me? Thanks
@motkawon3 ай бұрын
Hey mate, I'm sure I don't have enough influence to help you with that. Also I would only put my word in for someone I actually know and I can assure their good workers. However, if you are interested just send them a mail, they have a website. Also as I referred, please make sure your CV/Skillset matches their requirements. Beat of luck👍
@andyh56663 ай бұрын
Nice one. Working in paradise and earning good money too. Much of the WA coastline is so remote and yet very beautiful in it's ruggedness.
@motkawon3 ай бұрын
Agreed, it's absolutely stunning there.
@ThePaf19803 ай бұрын
Hi - can you remember what the floating hotel was named, or even better you have a link to it?
@motkawon3 ай бұрын
@@ThePaf1980 hey, I booked the tour with coco hostel, I don't know what the bungalows are called, I think you can only book the entire with a tour operator and not the Bungalows separate. But not sure about that.
@OZfromDownUnder4 ай бұрын
Hi Tom, Which company/tour did your hostel book for the cooking class & basket boat ride? How much VND did it cost? If you can’t remember, what is the name of the hostel we can book thro them? Thanks mate, we’ll be heading there early next year.
@motkawon4 ай бұрын
@@OZfromDownUnder hey guys, so the hostel I stayed in was called the cuckoo's nest which was hands down the best hostel I've ever stayed in, so if you're on Hoi An, best place to stay 👌 booked the tour through them, it was called something with "eco" in the name tho. Like Hoi An Eco tour or Eco Cooking Class, not sure really 😅 hope it helps you out still.
@hawaandroid27866 ай бұрын
You should go to the Natonal Mosque main entrance. Tourist are allowed to enter the mosque. The management will loan a robe to cover body and there is a room of information section for tourist in the mosqu3 building. Sometimes there are free guided tour of the mosque by mosque volunteer.
@Davo-i1s6 ай бұрын
From my recent experience of travelling in Western Australia there are plenty of Aussies on the road in that state. At peak times of the year it can get expensive, over crowded and difficult to find accomodation in popular tourist destinations especially heading north. If you mean why arent more international visitors going to Western Australia maybe I,m selfish but I would prefer that the west coast stayed like it is and didnt become as over run with tourists as the east coast. Once pristine locations on the east coast are being slowly destroyed by too much tourism which is driviing over development, too many places being turned into short term rental accomodation etc. Byron Bay is a classic example of that ...Enjoy your stay
@motkawon6 ай бұрын
It's what you said. The title is more aimed on why this place isn't more common and known among foreigners and tourists from other countries. Among travellers, it's always only Sydney Gold Coast etc. That's mentioned as the go to places. And your right about tourism hurting places, Bali is a good example for that too.
@zwieseler6 ай бұрын
Get yourself a hat with a fly net. Most roadhouses will sell them. Edit: ah, you got one 😉
@penjejakdarulhakiki21196 ай бұрын
welcome to malatysia. have a nice day bro. Kuala Lumpur Truly Asiaaa
@LanzFranchess6 ай бұрын
most of the restaurants there have just opened as you can see. normal thing. most of the chairs and tables are still outside. if you come in the afternoon or at night, you will understand.
@motkawon6 ай бұрын
Well I understood that when getting there. This is why I said I eat at weird times. I went back in the evening and it was packed. Only didn't bring my camera...
@emir81926 ай бұрын
You missed the wineries in Margaret River 😂 Awesome video!
@motkawon6 ай бұрын
Well, not enough time I guess. But also sometimes no cam around 😂
@ozman5286 ай бұрын
Great vid mate. Just do us a favour and stop telling everyone about it! We like to keep the West a secret. Hope you enjoy your time in WA and Australia.
@ss112358ss6 ай бұрын
great video! looking forward to more Vlog
@motkawon6 ай бұрын
Thank you!! 🙏
@axe20016 ай бұрын
how did you get on with the Honda? did you find it capable enough to not miss out on anything?
@motkawon6 ай бұрын
Hey, so further up North I actually had to miss out on some things around coral bay, like roads to François Peron. Traction wasn't the problem more so ground clearance on really sandy patches. Apart from that and a rear shock that needs replacement, the car got me anywhere I wanted and didn't have any hick ups so far. I wanna say if you really wanna go off grid and lots of off roading, it's not the ideal car, but if you plan on regular road trips and living in towns too, then it's ideal as for size and consumption etc.
@AbdulsCycles6 ай бұрын
Welcome to the Kuala Lumour Mr.Motkawon... hopefully you're happy along traveling here. I am watching as your support... thanks for filming our capital country... stay connected..
@motkawon6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much. I had a great time!
@TheFutureCollector7 ай бұрын
Amazing views
@motkawon7 ай бұрын
Thanks man!
@TheFutureCollector7 ай бұрын
😧😧😧
@leowheng93727 ай бұрын
It's illegal to collect , sell bat guano in Malaysia , the police will track you down. With Forestry Department. The British colonist have studied this and made it illegal since their time , then Malaya. Because it collapses the bat colony and they don't return. Our jungles have lost a lot of it's diversity due to lost of vectors( fauna). In the 70's you'ld see the mass migration of flying foxes. And the Raja Brooke. Welcome to Malaysia !
@motkawon7 ай бұрын
Thanks for the info. However, I did not intend to collect and sell bat guano. 😅
@leowheng93727 ай бұрын
@@motkawon Sorry , I meant that FYI only. You doesn't mean you. Matter of speech.😉
@aren31307 ай бұрын
Hi, welcome to Malaysia.There is a aircond walkway from Pavillion Mall to KLCC.
@motkawon7 ай бұрын
Hey, I've done that, it only made it into the video😅like unfortunately some other things...