Australia's 10 Biggest YouTubers
Australians are renowned for their ability to have fun, especially at their own expense. With laid-back and light-hearted attitudes, the main attribute these Aussie vloggers have in common is taking the risk to turn their passion and creativity into a full-time gig, delivering us with laughs, advice, and educational titbits. Here are the 10 biggest YouTube sensations from the land of Oz:
SketchShe
This cheeky sketch channel is made up of three Aussie women combining their love of music and comedy. Easy and entertaining to watch, the trio first went viral with their sketch ‘Bohemian Carsody’, and their follow up ‘Mime Through Time’ – where they employ quick costume changes to re-enact hit songs from the last 70 years while seated in their car – catapulted them to international fame. Appearing on Ellen, the girls said they use the bare minimum to produce their videos, such as taping an iPhone into a bra on the dashboard.
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1. Guatemala
An express adventure for those with limited time off. Prepare yourself incredible experiences. You will hike a volcano, visit mayan temples and witness a ceremony and take in beautiful colonial Antigua.Next
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2. Belize
A quick trip not too far away for those seeking a relaxing mini break. You will have plenty of free time to relax but also some awesome activities to experience the rainforest and the caribbean sea. Next
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3. Mexico
An exciting mini trip exploring the lesser known colonial towns of central Mexico. This is hte perfect trip for someone with limited time off and still wants to turn on explorer mode and do something different. SouthAmerica
1. Ecuador
A remarkable 8 days adventure through the Andes and the Amazon rainforest. The best choice for adventure seekers wishing to visit the 2 most iconic areas of South America, in only 1 week and no flights.Next
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2. Peru
An alternative itinerary to classic Peru, from Cusco to Arequipa. This itinerary is great combination of highlights Cusco and Machu Picchu with the lesser known Arequipa and Colca Canyon. Europe
1. Italy
The ultimate Italian experience from the vibrant streets of Naples to the breathtaking sceneries of the Amalfi Coast followed by Matera and down to Puglia with its golden beaches, intense flavours and fascinating destinations.Next
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2. Scotland
Embark on this great adventure starting from London all the way to Scotland with a true Scottish experience made of breathtaking sceneries, whisky tasting and ..lots of fun! Ideal for train lovers and explorers. Next
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3. Portugal
A wonderful train journey around Portugal, from the romantic city of Porto to the Douro Valley, to the beautiful Aveiro all the way to Lisbon and Sintra. The perfect trip to train, culinary and culture lovers. Asia
1. South Korea
Discover incredible temples, mountains and modern cities on this 10 day adventure. This trip is perfect for those seeking immersion in the cuisine, culture and natural wonders of South Korea.Next
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2. Thailand
From Bankgok to Angkor Wat to Ho Chi Minh City and everything in between - adventure through the heart of South-East Asia. Taste the delights, see history brought to life and unwind on a Mekong River cruise. Next
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3. Sri Lanka
A fantastic adventure that showcases Sri Lanka's fantastic landscapes, wildlife and flavours. With 3 epic rail journeys, 3 UNESCO heritage sites and time to relax, this trip has loads to offer at a great price Africa
1. Morocco
An epic journey across Morocco: from Casablanca to Marrakech, through the blue city of Chefchaouen to the wonders of the desert and deep to the High Atlas Mountains - this trip has it all! Ideal for true explorers!Next
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2. Egypt
From Cairo to Aswan, this trip brings the land of the pharaohs to life. You'll visit the Pyramids, Valley of the Kings and Luxor Temple and cruise down the Nile in style. This is the perfect way to explore Egypt. Next
Charli’s Crafty Kitchen
While this channel’s original purpose was to create an easy and relatable kids baking channel, nine-year-old Charli and her trusty taste tester, seven-year-old sister Ashlee, soon found their audience base skyrocketing. Concocted in the small town of Ormeau in Queensland, they have nearly half a million followers of all ages and rake in more revenue than Jamie Oliver’s cooking channel. The sisters will soon become your favourite cooking personalities, with their fun recipes (think strawberry marshmallow pops and homemade sour candy) and their adorable demeanours.
Ozzy Man Reviews
If you want an authentic taste of an Australian perspective on current affairs, look no further than Ozzy Man. Fond of the words ‘strewth’ and ‘tinny’, if you want a short course in Aussie slang, give this guy a ‘squiz’. The man behind the personality is Perth-based comedian Ethan Marrell, who started by making a few videos here and there, stamped with his unique brand of satirical comedy and parodies. Next thing, he was juggling over 5.4 million followers on YouTube and Facebook. His Ozzy Man Reviews are down-to-earth hilarious, and perfect to tune into when you’ve had a stressful day.
SuperWog
In Australia, nothing is appreciated more than a person who can make fun of themselves. Brothers Theo and Nathan Saddian were raised by an Egyptian father and a Greek-Egyptian mother, and began their comedy careers by impersonating their parents at a young age. They used to laugh at their mother’s eccentrics, and it eventually progressed into them poking fun at their own lives and culture and posting it online so the rest of the world could laugh along with them.
Janoskians
A somewhat controversial group, the Melbourne-based Janoskians (Just Another Name Of Silly Kids In Another Nation) began posting their pranks and skits in 2011. While they’ve been criticised for sometimes taking their acts too far, that hasn’t stopped them from having a huge international fanbase, known as the Janoskianators. Check out ‘Awkward Train Situations’ – it’s everything you didn’t realise you completely relate to.
Planet Dolan
Probably the highest in education value, Danger Dolan presents short videos about life and the world, narrated with deadpan facial expressions and a slow drawl. The topics of the videos range from the ‘The World’s Scariest Jobs’ to ‘15 Things You Didn’t Know Were Illegal to Do in Public’. He’s already up to 23,178 views, and recently published an eBook featuring physical lists of his most popular topics.
Troye Sivan
This list wouldn’t be complete without a mention of Troye Sivian. Born in South Africa but raised in Australia, he gained popularity back in 2005 with his self-made music videos. He was later ‘discovered’, and went on to perform in broadcasted talent shows, and in 2015 he launched his debut album, and today his channel has over 250 million views. He also uses his channel to raise awareness on LGBTIQ issues, and his music videos often feature LGBTIQ relationships.
Wendy Huang
This Chinese-Australian beauty aims for diversity in her channel. She started her fashion makeup-and-lifestyle blog as a hobby, but since reaching over seven million subscribers has branched into everything from makeup tutorials and life hacks and DIY projects. She uses and reviews a vast range of products from all over the world, from Asia to Eastern Europe – and emphasises engaging with her loyal subscribers. She changes her hair colour weekly, so it’s worth subscribing just for that.
Lauren Curtis
Miss Curtis is YouTube beauty royalty. Clocking up over 1,849,500 views, her make-up tutorials and renowned for being extremely comprehensive, making them perfect for even the most inexperienced of make-up enthusiasts. Since hitting over three million subscribers, she’s merged onto matter-of-fact life advice, especially when it comes to those pesky boys (her words, not ours).
HowToBasic
As the name suggests, this channel is dedicated to telling people how to do tasks such as unlock a door with a banana and how to install a toilet. However, while they are mundanely named, the videos often conclude with alarming, erratic movements, and raw eggs are involved more often than not. We can’t quite explain how the channel draws you in the way it does, but it’s oddly addictive. Check out ‘How to Quickly Defrost a Turkey’ – next thing you know, it’ll be four hours later…
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