Affordable Holidays

Discover Australia without breaking the bank. From stunning coastal escapes to vibrant cities and outback adventures, these affordable holidays prove unforgettable experiences don’t have to come with a big price tag.

Highlights

Outback South Australia

Everything you need to know about South Australia’s bright pink lakes

Hidden away in the South Australian outback are some of the most spectacular, naturally pink lakes you’ll see.

Australia

Does the Jetstar Price Beat Guarantee actually work?

You’ve seen the ads on television, but will you always get the best price with Jetstar? We put the famous Price Beat Guarantee to the ultimate test… three times.

Australia

How to travel solo with utter confidence

Travelling solo is a unique experience that forces you to put down the phone and embrace a new confidence. Here's how to be your own best travel partner.

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Australia

Five ways to beat the last-minute travel deal rip-offs

Flora flowers season bloom wa native plants

Five of the best places to get into WA’s wildflower season

It’s easy to walk on the wild side in WA – and you don’t even need to pop heels and mascara on (actually, you really shouldn’t). The state’s jewel-like wildflowers carpet the southern half of the vast state in colour pops bearing quirky names such as donkey orchids, kangaroo paws and pompom head everlastings. Here are the top five places near(ish) Perth to find yourself some bush beauties.

Australia

9 cheap and chic stays in Australia

High style doesn’t always have to come with an exorbitant price tag. These hotels are all big on luxe but small in spend.

Sydney

What it’s really like to stay in a Capsule Hotel

Is there enough room in Sydney’s first Japanese-style mini-stay, The Capsule Hotel, to swing a cat? Steve Madgwick takes the question (almost) literally.