Queensland
10 things QLDers and NSWers never say on holiday
Well, it’s that time of year again. It’s State of Origin – when QLD and NSW battle it out to find out which state (or at least which 17 Rugby League players) reigns supreme. It’s a time of fierce competition, but the rivalry doesn’t end when the series does. For you see, Queenslanders and New …
10 things Queenslanders NEVER say on holiday (outside of QLD)
Well, it’s that time of year again. It’s State of Origin – when QLD and NSW battle it out to find out which state (or at least which 17 Rugby League players) reigns supreme. It’s a time of fierce competition, but the rivalry doesn’t end when the series does. For you see, Queenslanders and New …
Top 5 romantic getaways near Brisbane
Contrary to what the movies tell you, you don’t need to head to a far-flung overseas destination to have a romantic getaway with your love. If you’re around Brisbane, there are plenty of love nests for couples looking to escape the daily grind. Here are our top five passion picks. Sofitel on the Gold Coast …
Fun in the sun! 31 Gold Coast must-dos
Theme parks, beaches, and so much more. Get inspired by our list of epic Gold Coast must-dos. 1. Scare yourself silly exploring all five levels of Dracula’s Haunted House. 2. See Australia’s largest collection of surfboards and surf memorabilia at Surf World Museum. 3. Not just your favourite childhood toy – glowworms are real and …
Revealed! We’ve found the most uniquely Aussie towns
Here’s the deal. We know that 67%**of Aussies view a local holiday as an opportunity to reinvest in the local economy and support regional communities. We do too, so we wanted to give you some AUS-spiration to help you get out there and see the best that this great nation has to offer. So, we …
The results are in! Wotif’s top 10 Aussie towns for 2018
With Australia Day just around the corner, we decided to answer a very important question: which are the must-see Australian towns for 2018? With 49% of Aussies looking to make their next trip a local one**, and two thirds of Australians seeing domestic travel as a way to reinvest in the local economy**, it was …
Live like a local in Cairns and Port Douglas
When it comes to travel recommendations, no-one knows a town better than the people who live there. If you have a holiday to Tropical North Queensland coming up, you’re in luck! On a recent trip to the region, I spoke to some locals to get their tips for the best places to eat, drink, stay, …
Port Douglas: Ultimate guide to free (and cheap) fun
On a recent trip to Tropical North Queensland (and in between exploring the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest), I set out to find the best FREE (or next-to-free) things to do in Port Douglas, Palm Cove, Cairns and beyond. Here are my tips. IN THE TROPICS Check out the Cairns Botanical Gardens. Entry is free and …
Ho ho WHOA! Oz’s best-value Xmas destinations
Can you believe it’s almost Christmas? If your year has gotten away from you like mine has, you might think you’ve left it too late to plan a Christmas or New-Year getaway (at least, without breaking the bank). But don’t worry! There are still plenty of bargains out there if you know where to look. …
Top 6 ways to spend a night in Port Douglas
Port Douglas spoils you for choice during the day, with lots of rainforest adventures and reef cruises to choose from. But this happening coastal town doesn’t go to sleep when the sun goes down. Check out our favourite night-time places to eat, drink and play so you too can feel like a local. IronBar Hotel …
