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It’s hard not to daydream about summer right now, but some of us are doing more than dreaming. Many Aussie travellers are already booking their 2023-2024 summer getaways! We think they’re onto something – and Wotif hotel expert Amanda Egan tells us why. 1. More options Summer is one of the most in-demand times of …

There’s an app for everything these days, and many of them make life so much easier – especially on holiday. Here are 12 of our favourites. 1. Petrol Spy iPhone and Android There’s something special about Aussie road trips – and the great news is they don’t have to break the bank. Just download a …

Australia is home to some epic road trips. Some span the country, while others are in your own backyard. But no matter whether you’re going near or far, there’s no denying the benefit of a little preparation and planning. Here’s our ultimate to-do list for your next great Aussie drive. 1. Download some maps Mobile …

I nearly burst with excitement every time I pack for a holiday, but I can never escape the fear that I’m forgetting something. Did I pack my swimwear? What about my thongs? And where on earth did I put my charger? But over time, I’ve perfected my ultimate Aussie travel checklist with some underrated items …

There are some things I won’t cut corners on, but when it comes to the business of travel when time, budget and enjoyment levels are on the line, I’m more than happy to have a few short cuts up my sleeve to make the experience as awesome as possible. If you share a passion for …

A family trip doesn’t have to be all ‘are we there yet?’ and ‘stop annoying your brother!’ Follow these eight sanity-saving holiday hacks and you’ll have a restful and fun (no, seriously!) getaway, no matter which generation is in tow. Hack #1: Plan the trip as a family A little mutual back-scratching is a timeless …

A wide rear-view shot of a caucasian female tourist walking across a large piece of driftwood at a beach in New Zealand.

We’ve all been at home a lot lately. And if you’re anything like us, you’ve been dreaming of fiiiiinally taking a cheeky holiday soon. The good news is, travelling can be done on a budget and you don’t have to miss out on a thing. In fact, your next trip can be as thrifty as …

A man sits overlooking a panoramic view of a beautiful coastline near Newcastle, Australia.

We’ve all been at home a lot lately. And if you’re anything like us, you’ve been dreaming of fiiiiinally taking a cheeky holiday soon. The good news is, travelling can be done on a budget and you don’t have to miss out on a thing. In fact, your next trip can be as thrifty as …

There’s nothing better than a clever money-saving hack… unless it’s a clever money-saving HOLIDAY hack. We asked the Wotif team for their personal tips and tricks for saving on travel. Check them out! When to book The early bird catches the worm! But according to Warren Khin, New Zealand Accommodation Manager, the last-minute lizard can …

The quickest way to a panic attack at an airport is popping your luggage on the scales and seeing it go over the limit. The fees can be massive – up to $1000 (or more!) depending on which airline you’re travelling with and how far over you’ve gone. But don’t go emptying your suitcase in …