The Adventure Journal
for people who play outdoors
Our Story
The Adventure Journal is a publication dedicated to people who play outdoors. Whether you’re into cliff jumping, free diving or beach camping, we’re here to make your favourite adventures part of everyday life. Founded by Australian journalist Jennifer Ennion, the Journal began as a…
The Caravan Journal
This is the story of our yet-to-be-named 1982 Viscount pop-top caravan. We are on a mission to bring our little ‘van back to its former glory, while also bringing it into the 21st century with some modern touches and technology. The plan? A new…
Say Hello
We’d love to hear from you. If you work in the adventure industry and would like to share your story, news or product with us, the best way to get in touch is via info@theadventurejournal.com.au. If you’re a reader, we’d like to know what…
NZ island named Dark Sky Sanctuary
New Zealand’s Great Barrier Island has become the first island in the world to be designated an International Dark Sky Sanctuary. Located off the north-eastern coast of Auckland, the island’s night skies will now be officially protected. Auckland Mayor Phil Goff says the island community is…
Snowboarding at Mt Buller
Lifts are turning, snow is falling and the Aussie ski industry in pumped for the 2017 season after a great start. Mt Buller, in the Victorian Alps, was one of the first ski resorts to open (on June 2), joining only two other resorts…
Aurora Expeditions introduces Antarctic skiing
Travellers to Antarctica will now be able to go skiing, with Aurora Expeditions introducing the classic winter sport to its tours. The polar cruise specialist is also adding snowshoeing to its list of activities for the 2017/18 season. The skiing in Antarctica tour option means Aurora passengers…
Adventurers turn to Colombia
Colombia is at the top of adventurers’ wish lists, with World Expeditions reporting a strong increase in interest this year to the South American country. The fascination can most likely be attributed to the fact Colombia’s political climate is settling following decades of civil conflict,…
Camp: Coconut Rough Hot Chocolate
In the lead up to the southern winter, we’ve been feeling cosy and craving hot chocolate. But the typical milk-plus-powder version wasn’t going to suffice, so we thought we’d create a handful of recipes using our favourite Aussie chocolates. Quite a few variations have…