Welcome to Torn Tackies
Travel junkie. Nature enthusiast. Risk-taker. People lover. I’m Carryn – a South African, trying to figure out my way through life by traveling and exploring.
Join me as I go off the beaten track and share my travel stories and tips of life abroad.
Tackies: A South African word for Sneakers or Trainers.”
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Scuba Diving in Byron Bay: Sharks, Manta Rays, Turtles & More
Byron Bay is a hotspot for yogis, foodies, surfers, and beach bums.…
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Comprehensive Guide to Mossman Gorge: Best Walks and Swimming holes
Mossman Gorge lies on the southern part of the Daintree Rainforest and…
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Best Things to Do in Cairns: The Perfect 5 Day Cairns Itinerary
Cairns is the gateway to the world’s largest reef system – the…
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Scuba diving at the Great Barrier Reef: 15+ Things you need to know
The Great Barrier Reef needs no introduction. It’s the most extensive coral…
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I am not the same, having seen the moon shine on the other side of the world.”
Mary Anne Radmacher
How I got started
In 2017, I quit my job to teach English in South Korea. Here’s all you need to know and why it was the best decision I’ve ever made!