TRENDING DESTINATIONS: 2018 Winter Hot Spots
Winter is just around the corner and you know what that means… Yep, it’s time to plan your winter getaway! No doubt thanks to the introduction of many new and improved flight routes in the last year, more and more Aussies are treating themselves to a mid-year break – and not always where you’d think. …
10 epic island escapes – no passport required!
Australia is home to 8,222 islands, yet according to our Wot’s Your Journey Report, the vast majority of Aussies take their island and beach holidays overseas. Can you believe it? With so many diverse landscapes and such incredible beauty just off our mainland, you don’t need a passport for an incredible island getaway. Here are …
5 of NZ’s cosiest weekend getaways
When life gets a little hectic, sometimes all you want to do on the weekend is snuggle up and hide away. And we don’t blame you. But NZ has heaps of cosy getaways where you can find as much (or as little) excitement as you like. Here are five of our faves to get you …
15 thoughts every parent has had while holidaying with their kids
Holidays with kids can be the best of times and the worst of times. How many of these thoughts have you had on a family holiday? It’s okay – you’re in a safe space, you can tell us. 1. “Let’s drive around Australia!” When the holiday road trip fun goes to your head and you …
Why Bali is better than Thailand
Here in Australia, we’re perfectly located to enjoy the best of Asia and all the holiday experiences it has to offer. And those experiences have to be pretty darn good to prise us away from Aussie holiday hot spots like Melbourne and the Sunshine Coast. Thailand and Bali are two popular options, but which one’s …
10 reasons why the royals should honeymoon in Australia
Harry and Meg are set to stroll down the aisle, and while they could literally choose to honeymoon anywhere in the world, Australia has a distinct advantage over other destinations: we’re in the middle of nowhere. And, yes, that’s a win! Australia is the perfect destination for an ultra-private and super romantic holiday. Here are …
Why Thailand is better than Bali
When it comes to holiday destinations, both Thailand and Bali are popular choices for all types of travellers. With stunning scenes, great food, a good range of accommodation, and friendly local hospitality, you could almost say these two destinations are equals. But not quite. This is when size actually matters… Thailand’s location bordering Malaysia, Laos, …
School-holiday travel savings hacks
Well, the school holidays are here again. They’re great for spending time together as a family – in fact, 78% of parents look forward to them* – but they can also be an expensive time to travel. We know Aussies can be creative, especially when it comes to saving money, so we asked what your …
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 …
On the road again: Top 10 Aussie road trips
Road tripping is an Aussie rite of passage. Here are 10 of the best around our wide, brown land, with options for both quick trips and long getaways. 1. Across the Nullarbor – Perth to Ceduna – around 1920 kilometres The stuff of romance and legend, crossing the Nullarbor Plain means rubbing shoulders with a mix …
