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Sure, Aussie cities are world-class but that’s not all this great big country has to offer a keen and curious traveller – and you don’t even have to travel too far from the city to experience it! I’ve found some of the best spots less than three hour’s drive away from every capital city, perfect …

Aussies love exploring their own backyard. So much so that more than half plan on taking a local getaway during the school holidays this year and one in five are planning a trip during the Easter long weekend.* The upcoming school holidays and long weekends are the perfect excuse to plan your own local getaway. …

Nature really is the ultimate healer isn’t it? Almost nothing beats a breath of fresh air and a change of scenery, and our backyard is choc-full of gorgeous locations to unplug and reset. All you need is the perfect place to do it from. That’s why we’ve found some of Australia’s best nature escapes for …

I might be biased 😉 but I think holidays really are the best way to press pause on your busy day-to-day and REALLY unplug. For me, there’s no better way to do that than feeling the sand between your toes or taking a dip in salt water… a dose of vitamin sea is the ultimate …

Holidays aren’t just fun – they’re awesome opportunities to experience and appreciate other cultures. With over 260 First Nations language groups and more than 60,000 years of heritage and history, Australia is home to some of the world’s most unbelievable – and, for many people, life-changing – cultural experiences. Here are nine of our faves, …

Dreamtime Snorkel instructors demonstrating for guests

October is Indigenous Business Month and you know what that means? It’s the perfect time to celebrate Indigenous entrepreneurship in Australia. From local tourism and fashion to unique art and food, there’s so much First Nations history and culture to explore. With every purchase, you are contributing to the preservation and celebration of First Nations …

The school term is nearly over, and you know what that means? School holidays, that’s what! And how better to spend a couple of weeks of a well-earned break than mixing a local getaway with a good book? Thanks to our friends at Booktopia, biggest Australian-owned online bookstore, we’ve compiled 10 book recommendations that the …

Holidaying in Australia is pretty amazing. Gold Coast beaches? Awesome. The Sydney Opera House? Seriously impressive. And what about Uluru? Absolutely stunning. And no matter where you love to travel in Australia, there’s a book to match!  Our mates at Booktopia, biggest Australian-owned online bookstore, have shared some delightful reads to enjoy while on holidays. …

I love Australia. Like, I am really in love with Australia. I’m not normally one for overt displays of patriotism but how good is this country?! It has unique and stunning landscapes, over 60,000 years of First Nations history and culture, and you very, very rarely have to worry about frostbite. It’s also got the …

There’s no better way to stave off the hot Aussie weather than with a refreshing dip. Don’t pester your pal with the backyard pool – Oz has plenty of pretty places to dive into that will do the trick. Here are seven natural swimming spots we reckon are tops. 1. Lake McKenzie, QLD Named Boorangoora …