An American social media star with a vast online following has delivered a brutally honest and largely negative review of her Australian holiday, describing the country as a 'slow burn' that failed to live up to expectations.
A 'Slow Burn' Romance That Never Ignited
Blair Walnuts, a 30-year-old lifestyle content creator boasting 1.3 million YouTube subscribers, has spent several weeks travelling around Australia. From her plush accommodation at the Mantra Crown Towers in Surfers Paradise, she took to Instagram to share her less-than-impressed verdict. She compared trying to love Australia to 'a guy who's been grovelling in your DMs for five years and doesn't get the hint.'
Her list of grievances included the disorienting time zones, the weather, and Australia's infamous wildlife, which she humorously labelled 'certified opps'. She even claimed to have been stalked by the same persistent fly since her time in Perth.
Parcel Delays and Travel Advice Spark Debate
Beyond the natural environment, Walnuts took specific issue with Australian logistics. She complained that clothing orders promised with one-day shipping took a staggering two weeks to arrive. Following her scathing assessment, she offered some blunt advice to her followers: 'First world problems, but like, if you're going to fly all the way here, maybe also visit somewhere else.'
This remark came just before she expressed a simple desire for 'a sunny day, calm water and white sand'—seemingly overlooking her earlier critiques. The influencer, who also runs a haircare brand and a podcast, commands an audience of over 3.4 million followers across YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok combined.
The Influencer Behind the Critique
Blair Walnuts first found fame through 'what I eat in a day' videos and co-hosts the podcast 'The Distrust Fund'. In 2023, she was candid about her spending on cosmetic procedures, revealing she had invested around $10,000 in surgeries including a breast augmentation and rhinoplasty. She also disclosed spending approximately $2,000 per month on hair maintenance involving bleach and extensions.
Her latest travel review has certainly ignited conversation online, proving that even from a luxury hotel room, not every destination gets a glowing five-star endorsement.
