![\"Kids](\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-www-wotif-com\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/18aed51c-easter-pool.jpg\")
Easter is like Christmas\u2019 chilled-out cousin. You still get a four-day break and an excuse to eat delicious food and hang out with people you love, but it\u2019s more relaxed. Less work and prep means more time to kick back\u2026 maybe by a fancy resort pool? \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n
3. Better weather<\/h2>\n
Let\u2019s be real: Christmas is too hot to do anything except hide indoors somewhere with air-conditioning (or in the fridge if you get really desperate \u2013 and if you can squeeze in between all the leftovers). But Easter weather is perfect for all our fave holiday activities. It\u2019s still warm enough for lazing on the beach or having barbecues, but also mild enough for bushwalking or sightseeing without burning to a crisp \ud83e\udd53<\/p>\n
4. Less expectation<\/h2>\n
Ever had to do the dreaded Three Christmases in One Day? You know \u2013 brekkie at home with your immediate family before you rush off to lunch with one set of rellos, then rush off again (this time full to the gills) for dinner with the other side. It\u2019s brilliant to see everyone but it\u2019s exhausting! Good ol\u2019 Easter doesn\u2019t have that kind of pressure\u2026 possibly because we\u2019re all still recovering from Xmas \ud83d\ude1c<\/p>\n
5. HOT CROSS BUNS!<\/h2>\n![\"Hot](\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-www-wotif-com\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/deb7c18a-hot-cross-buns.jpg\")
Yuuuummm!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nFruity, cinnamon-y, sometimes chocolate-y\u2026 Hot cross buns are one of the great holiday treats.<\/p>\n
6. It\u2019s cheaper<\/h2>\n
Pressies, parties, special food, decorations\u2026 Christmas is all fun and (reindeer) games until you check your bank balance \ud83d\ude2c But what expenses do you have at Easter? Some choccy eggs? A pair of bunny ears? Less stuff to buy means more cash to splash on a getaway.<\/p>\n
7. Easter hat parades<\/h2>\n![\"Easter](\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-www-wotif-com\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/123cc2e7-hat-parade.jpg\")
Legend<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nSanta hats are fine, I guess, but Easter is the holiday for true fashion icons. Although I don\u2019t know why we\u2019re not wearing these masterpieces all year round.<\/p>\n
8. You can tick off your Aussie bucket list<\/h2>\n![\"Cable](\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-www-wotif-com\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/b7bb5eb1-cable-beach.jpg\")
Cable Beach, Broome, in the Kimberley.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nEaster\u2019s cooler weather is perfect for making the most of some of Oz\u2019s most iconic destinations. April is an ideal time to visit the Kimberley<\/a> in WA (it\u2019s the end of the wet season, so the scenery and waterfalls are spectacular), Uluru<\/a> in the NT (the average daily max is 28\u00b0C compared to December\/January\u2019s 37\u00b0C), and the Flinders Ranges<\/a> in SA (the average daily max is 26\u00b0C \u2013 just right for bushwalking and road trips).<\/p>\n9. HOT CROSS BUNS FRENCH TOAST!<\/h2>\n
Why, yes, you CAN use hot cross buns to make deliciously decadent French toast \ud83e\udd24 There are loads of recipes out there – I like this one with maple syrup, peanut butter and bacon<\/a>,’cause why do things by halves? Insider tip: If you want to cook while on holiday, make sure you pick a stay with a full kitchen, like an apartment or a holiday home.<\/p>\n10. CHOCOLATE SALES!<\/h2>\n![\"Easter](\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-www-wotif-com\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/251ad634-chocolate.jpg\")
Get in my trolley!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nSure, you don\u2019t NEED to buy anything for Easter. But if you want to, there\u2019s always heaps of discounted chocolate around. Yes, I\u2019m that person who buys all the half-price choccy bunnies on Easter Monday. No, I will not apologise.<\/p>\n
11. It\u2019s short and sweet<\/h2>\n
Easter doesn\u2019t overstay its welcome. You don\u2019t have the six weeks of build-up (and constant carols) like you do with Xmas, just four days of good times. Easter is short and (literally) sweet, which makes it feel more special.<\/p>\n
12. You can keep it small<\/h2>\n
Less pressure and expectation means it\u2019s easier to keep your Easter circle small without ticking anyone off. You can go on a family road trip or head off with your friends to wine country (hello, Margaret River<\/a>!) without causing a scandal.<\/p>\n13. Awesome events and festivals<\/h2>\n![\"Sydney](\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-www-wotif-com\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/65752946-easter-show.jpeg\")
Aussie cuisine at its finest. Food stand at the Sydney Royal Easter Show.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThe Easter long weekend coincides with some of Australia\u2019s best festivals and events. Check out the Sydney Royal Easter Show<\/a> in Sydney<\/a>, NSW, Bluesfest<\/a> in Byron Bay<\/a>, NSW, the National Folk Festival<\/a> in Canberra<\/a>, Rockin\u2019 the Rainforest<\/a> in the Gold Coast Hinterland<\/a>, QLD, or the Bendigo Easter Fair<\/a> in Bendigo<\/a>,VIC.<\/p>\n14. HOT CROSS BUN ICE-CREAM SANDWICHES!<\/h2>\n
With raspberries and peaches<\/a>, because they\u2019re healthy<\/em>.<\/p>\n15. Easter egg hunts<\/h2>\n
They\u2019re a blast for kids and you don\u2019t even need to do the work yourself. Just go to one of the many eggciting (see what I did there?) Easter celebrations happening around the country. Head to Centennial Parkland\u2019s Egg-cellent Easter<\/a> in Sydney, the Great Easter Egg Hunts<\/a> at Luna Park in Melbourne<\/a>, Glenworth Valley\u2019s Giant Easter Egg Hunt<\/a> on the NSW Central Coast<\/a>, Sandstone Point\u2019s Easter Eggstravaganza<\/a> near the Sunshine Coast<\/a> in QLD, or get Googling to find a hunt near you \ud83d\udc30<\/p>\n16. Bunnies and bilbies<\/h2>\n![\"Australian](\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-www-wotif-com\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/26474e72-bilby-2.jpeg\")
Look at this guy!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nBunnies and bilbies are cuter than Santa and reindeers. Sorry, not sorry.<\/p>\n
17. Autumn foliage<\/h2>\n![\"Adelaide](\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-www-wotif-com\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/2022\/03\/3dc3711c-adelaide-hills.jpg\")
The Adelaide Hills in autumn is a serious must-visit.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nIn addition to chocolate, hot cross buns and everything delicious, Easter is also the time of gorgeous autumn foliage \u2013 which makes it perfect for scenic drives and road trips. The Blue Mountains<\/a> and Southern Highlands<\/a> in NSW, Bright<\/a> and the Macedon Ranges<\/a>\u00a0in VIC, the Adelaide Hills<\/a> (and especially Mount Lofty Botanical Gardens) in SA, and the Huon Valley<\/a> and Derwent Valley<\/a> in TAS are particularly spectacular \ud83d\ude0d Insider tip: Bright was recently named one of Wotif’s top 10 Aussie towns of the Year for 2022<\/a> – you know, if you needed more convincing<\/p>\n18. DID I MENTION THE CHOCOLATE?<\/h2>\n
Fruity, cinnamon-y, sometimes chocolate-y\u2026 Hot cross buns are one of the great holiday treats.<\/p>\n
6. It\u2019s cheaper<\/h2>\n
Pressies, parties, special food, decorations\u2026 Christmas is all fun and (reindeer) games until you check your bank balance \ud83d\ude2c But what expenses do you have at Easter? Some choccy eggs? A pair of bunny ears? Less stuff to buy means more cash to splash on a getaway.<\/p>\n
7. Easter hat parades<\/h2>\nLegend<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nSanta hats are fine, I guess, but Easter is the holiday for true fashion icons. Although I don\u2019t know why we\u2019re not wearing these masterpieces all year round.<\/p>\n
8. You can tick off your Aussie bucket list<\/h2>\nCable Beach, Broome, in the Kimberley.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nEaster\u2019s cooler weather is perfect for making the most of some of Oz\u2019s most iconic destinations. April is an ideal time to visit the Kimberley<\/a> in WA (it\u2019s the end of the wet season, so the scenery and waterfalls are spectacular), Uluru<\/a> in the NT (the average daily max is 28\u00b0C compared to December\/January\u2019s 37\u00b0C), and the Flinders Ranges<\/a> in SA (the average daily max is 26\u00b0C \u2013 just right for bushwalking and road trips).<\/p>\n9. HOT CROSS BUNS FRENCH TOAST!<\/h2>\n
Why, yes, you CAN use hot cross buns to make deliciously decadent French toast \ud83e\udd24 There are loads of recipes out there – I like this one with maple syrup, peanut butter and bacon<\/a>,’cause why do things by halves? Insider tip: If you want to cook while on holiday, make sure you pick a stay with a full kitchen, like an apartment or a holiday home.<\/p>\n10. CHOCOLATE SALES!<\/h2>\nGet in my trolley!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nSure, you don\u2019t NEED to buy anything for Easter. But if you want to, there\u2019s always heaps of discounted chocolate around. Yes, I\u2019m that person who buys all the half-price choccy bunnies on Easter Monday. No, I will not apologise.<\/p>\n
11. It\u2019s short and sweet<\/h2>\n
Easter doesn\u2019t overstay its welcome. You don\u2019t have the six weeks of build-up (and constant carols) like you do with Xmas, just four days of good times. Easter is short and (literally) sweet, which makes it feel more special.<\/p>\n
12. You can keep it small<\/h2>\n
Less pressure and expectation means it\u2019s easier to keep your Easter circle small without ticking anyone off. You can go on a family road trip or head off with your friends to wine country (hello, Margaret River<\/a>!) without causing a scandal.<\/p>\n13. Awesome events and festivals<\/h2>\nAussie cuisine at its finest. Food stand at the Sydney Royal Easter Show.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThe Easter long weekend coincides with some of Australia\u2019s best festivals and events. Check out the Sydney Royal Easter Show<\/a> in Sydney<\/a>, NSW, Bluesfest<\/a> in Byron Bay<\/a>, NSW, the National Folk Festival<\/a> in Canberra<\/a>, Rockin\u2019 the Rainforest<\/a> in the Gold Coast Hinterland<\/a>, QLD, or the Bendigo Easter Fair<\/a> in Bendigo<\/a>,VIC.<\/p>\n14. HOT CROSS BUN ICE-CREAM SANDWICHES!<\/h2>\n
With raspberries and peaches<\/a>, because they\u2019re healthy<\/em>.<\/p>\n15. Easter egg hunts<\/h2>\n
They\u2019re a blast for kids and you don\u2019t even need to do the work yourself. Just go to one of the many eggciting (see what I did there?) Easter celebrations happening around the country. Head to Centennial Parkland\u2019s Egg-cellent Easter<\/a> in Sydney, the Great Easter Egg Hunts<\/a> at Luna Park in Melbourne<\/a>, Glenworth Valley\u2019s Giant Easter Egg Hunt<\/a> on the NSW Central Coast<\/a>, Sandstone Point\u2019s Easter Eggstravaganza<\/a> near the Sunshine Coast<\/a> in QLD, or get Googling to find a hunt near you \ud83d\udc30<\/p>\n16. Bunnies and bilbies<\/h2>\nLook at this guy!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nBunnies and bilbies are cuter than Santa and reindeers. Sorry, not sorry.<\/p>\n
17. Autumn foliage<\/h2>\nThe Adelaide Hills in autumn is a serious must-visit.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nIn addition to chocolate, hot cross buns and everything delicious, Easter is also the time of gorgeous autumn foliage \u2013 which makes it perfect for scenic drives and road trips. The Blue Mountains<\/a> and Southern Highlands<\/a> in NSW, Bright<\/a> and the Macedon Ranges<\/a>\u00a0in VIC, the Adelaide Hills<\/a> (and especially Mount Lofty Botanical Gardens) in SA, and the Huon Valley<\/a> and Derwent Valley<\/a> in TAS are particularly spectacular \ud83d\ude0d Insider tip: Bright was recently named one of Wotif’s top 10 Aussie towns of the Year for 2022<\/a> – you know, if you needed more convincing<\/p>\n18. DID I MENTION THE CHOCOLATE?<\/h2>\n
Santa hats are fine, I guess, but Easter is the holiday for true fashion icons. Although I don\u2019t know why we\u2019re not wearing these masterpieces all year round.<\/p>\n
8. You can tick off your Aussie bucket list<\/h2>\nCable Beach, Broome, in the Kimberley.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nEaster\u2019s cooler weather is perfect for making the most of some of Oz\u2019s most iconic destinations. April is an ideal time to visit the Kimberley<\/a> in WA (it\u2019s the end of the wet season, so the scenery and waterfalls are spectacular), Uluru<\/a> in the NT (the average daily max is 28\u00b0C compared to December\/January\u2019s 37\u00b0C), and the Flinders Ranges<\/a> in SA (the average daily max is 26\u00b0C \u2013 just right for bushwalking and road trips).<\/p>\n9. HOT CROSS BUNS FRENCH TOAST!<\/h2>\n
Why, yes, you CAN use hot cross buns to make deliciously decadent French toast \ud83e\udd24 There are loads of recipes out there – I like this one with maple syrup, peanut butter and bacon<\/a>,’cause why do things by halves? Insider tip: If you want to cook while on holiday, make sure you pick a stay with a full kitchen, like an apartment or a holiday home.<\/p>\n10. CHOCOLATE SALES!<\/h2>\nGet in my trolley!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nSure, you don\u2019t NEED to buy anything for Easter. But if you want to, there\u2019s always heaps of discounted chocolate around. Yes, I\u2019m that person who buys all the half-price choccy bunnies on Easter Monday. No, I will not apologise.<\/p>\n
11. It\u2019s short and sweet<\/h2>\n
Easter doesn\u2019t overstay its welcome. You don\u2019t have the six weeks of build-up (and constant carols) like you do with Xmas, just four days of good times. Easter is short and (literally) sweet, which makes it feel more special.<\/p>\n
12. You can keep it small<\/h2>\n
Less pressure and expectation means it\u2019s easier to keep your Easter circle small without ticking anyone off. You can go on a family road trip or head off with your friends to wine country (hello, Margaret River<\/a>!) without causing a scandal.<\/p>\n13. Awesome events and festivals<\/h2>\nAussie cuisine at its finest. Food stand at the Sydney Royal Easter Show.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThe Easter long weekend coincides with some of Australia\u2019s best festivals and events. Check out the Sydney Royal Easter Show<\/a> in Sydney<\/a>, NSW, Bluesfest<\/a> in Byron Bay<\/a>, NSW, the National Folk Festival<\/a> in Canberra<\/a>, Rockin\u2019 the Rainforest<\/a> in the Gold Coast Hinterland<\/a>, QLD, or the Bendigo Easter Fair<\/a> in Bendigo<\/a>,VIC.<\/p>\n14. HOT CROSS BUN ICE-CREAM SANDWICHES!<\/h2>\n
With raspberries and peaches<\/a>, because they\u2019re healthy<\/em>.<\/p>\n15. Easter egg hunts<\/h2>\n
They\u2019re a blast for kids and you don\u2019t even need to do the work yourself. Just go to one of the many eggciting (see what I did there?) Easter celebrations happening around the country. Head to Centennial Parkland\u2019s Egg-cellent Easter<\/a> in Sydney, the Great Easter Egg Hunts<\/a> at Luna Park in Melbourne<\/a>, Glenworth Valley\u2019s Giant Easter Egg Hunt<\/a> on the NSW Central Coast<\/a>, Sandstone Point\u2019s Easter Eggstravaganza<\/a> near the Sunshine Coast<\/a> in QLD, or get Googling to find a hunt near you \ud83d\udc30<\/p>\n16. Bunnies and bilbies<\/h2>\nLook at this guy!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nBunnies and bilbies are cuter than Santa and reindeers. Sorry, not sorry.<\/p>\n
17. Autumn foliage<\/h2>\nThe Adelaide Hills in autumn is a serious must-visit.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nIn addition to chocolate, hot cross buns and everything delicious, Easter is also the time of gorgeous autumn foliage \u2013 which makes it perfect for scenic drives and road trips. The Blue Mountains<\/a> and Southern Highlands<\/a> in NSW, Bright<\/a> and the Macedon Ranges<\/a>\u00a0in VIC, the Adelaide Hills<\/a> (and especially Mount Lofty Botanical Gardens) in SA, and the Huon Valley<\/a> and Derwent Valley<\/a> in TAS are particularly spectacular \ud83d\ude0d Insider tip: Bright was recently named one of Wotif’s top 10 Aussie towns of the Year for 2022<\/a> – you know, if you needed more convincing<\/p>\n18. DID I MENTION THE CHOCOLATE?<\/h2>\n
Easter\u2019s cooler weather is perfect for making the most of some of Oz\u2019s most iconic destinations. April is an ideal time to visit the Kimberley<\/a> in WA (it\u2019s the end of the wet season, so the scenery and waterfalls are spectacular), Uluru<\/a> in the NT (the average daily max is 28\u00b0C compared to December\/January\u2019s 37\u00b0C), and the Flinders Ranges<\/a> in SA (the average daily max is 26\u00b0C \u2013 just right for bushwalking and road trips).<\/p>\n Why, yes, you CAN use hot cross buns to make deliciously decadent French toast \ud83e\udd24 There are loads of recipes out there – I like this one with maple syrup, peanut butter and bacon<\/a>,’cause why do things by halves? Insider tip: If you want to cook while on holiday, make sure you pick a stay with a full kitchen, like an apartment or a holiday home.<\/p>\n Sure, you don\u2019t NEED to buy anything for Easter. But if you want to, there\u2019s always heaps of discounted chocolate around. Yes, I\u2019m that person who buys all the half-price choccy bunnies on Easter Monday. No, I will not apologise.<\/p>\n Easter doesn\u2019t overstay its welcome. You don\u2019t have the six weeks of build-up (and constant carols) like you do with Xmas, just four days of good times. Easter is short and (literally) sweet, which makes it feel more special.<\/p>\n Less pressure and expectation means it\u2019s easier to keep your Easter circle small without ticking anyone off. You can go on a family road trip or head off with your friends to wine country (hello, Margaret River<\/a>!) without causing a scandal.<\/p>\n The Easter long weekend coincides with some of Australia\u2019s best festivals and events. Check out the Sydney Royal Easter Show<\/a> in Sydney<\/a>, NSW, Bluesfest<\/a> in Byron Bay<\/a>, NSW, the National Folk Festival<\/a> in Canberra<\/a>, Rockin\u2019 the Rainforest<\/a> in the Gold Coast Hinterland<\/a>, QLD, or the Bendigo Easter Fair<\/a> in Bendigo<\/a>,VIC.<\/p>\n With raspberries and peaches<\/a>, because they\u2019re healthy<\/em>.<\/p>\n They\u2019re a blast for kids and you don\u2019t even need to do the work yourself. Just go to one of the many eggciting (see what I did there?) Easter celebrations happening around the country. Head to Centennial Parkland\u2019s Egg-cellent Easter<\/a> in Sydney, the Great Easter Egg Hunts<\/a> at Luna Park in Melbourne<\/a>, Glenworth Valley\u2019s Giant Easter Egg Hunt<\/a> on the NSW Central Coast<\/a>, Sandstone Point\u2019s Easter Eggstravaganza<\/a> near the Sunshine Coast<\/a> in QLD, or get Googling to find a hunt near you \ud83d\udc30<\/p>\n Bunnies and bilbies are cuter than Santa and reindeers. Sorry, not sorry.<\/p>\n In addition to chocolate, hot cross buns and everything delicious, Easter is also the time of gorgeous autumn foliage \u2013 which makes it perfect for scenic drives and road trips. The Blue Mountains<\/a> and Southern Highlands<\/a> in NSW, Bright<\/a> and the Macedon Ranges<\/a>\u00a0in VIC, the Adelaide Hills<\/a> (and especially Mount Lofty Botanical Gardens) in SA, and the Huon Valley<\/a> and Derwent Valley<\/a> in TAS are particularly spectacular \ud83d\ude0d Insider tip: Bright was recently named one of Wotif’s top 10 Aussie towns of the Year for 2022<\/a> – you know, if you needed more convincing<\/p>\n9. HOT CROSS BUNS FRENCH TOAST!<\/h2>\n
10. CHOCOLATE SALES!<\/h2>\n
11. It\u2019s short and sweet<\/h2>\n
12. You can keep it small<\/h2>\n
13. Awesome events and festivals<\/h2>\n
14. HOT CROSS BUN ICE-CREAM SANDWICHES!<\/h2>\n
15. Easter egg hunts<\/h2>\n
16. Bunnies and bilbies<\/h2>\n
17. Autumn foliage<\/h2>\n
18. DID I MENTION THE CHOCOLATE?<\/h2>\n