Your guide to the ultimate adventure in Australia & New Zealand

Hello, I am Thijs

What started as a plan for six months of work and travel in Australia grew into an adventure of more than four years. And the end is nowhere near in sight.

As the founder of Good Day Travels, it's my mission to help you plan your ultimate trip Down Under. Whether that's through rugged Australia or breathtaking New Zealand.

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May 2019
Where it all began

With a backpack, a dose of curiosity and the idea of staying for six months, I boarded the plane to Australia. I soon realised I wanted to stay longer. I worked in bustling cities and in the scorching outback where temperatures reached 50°C. In the end, this first trip lasted eleven months, until the Covid-19 pandemic forced me back to the Netherlands.
November 2022
Kangaroos, deserts and coastlines

When Australia finally reopened its borders, I boarded the plane once more. Over two years, I criss-crossed the entire country: from the tropical north to vast deserts and from the east coast to the rugged west. I worked in the outback again, hired out Campervans from Byron Bay and even drove as a truck driver in Perth. Local Aussies often joked that I'd seen more of their country than they had in their entire lives.
January 2025
New Zealand from North to South

From Auckland I drove south and ended up in enchanting Queenstown. Here I work as a tour guide and take visitors daily to iconic spots like Milford Sound and Mount Cook. By now I've travelled the entire country: from the rugged west coast to the sunny east coast.
Current location: Queenstown
Hitting the road to your dream trip together

Over all those years, I've not only discovered the most beautiful places, but also built valuable connections with locals, tour operators and Campervan hire companies. Thanks to that knowledge, I can provide you with tailored travel advice, the best Campervan deals and tips for unique experiences.
My goal? To help you experience the same unforgettable adventures I have, but with the convenience of an expert showing you the way.