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Here’s how to do the outback on a budget

Where else in the world can you feast on feral animals, fossick for opals and see horse, camel and yabby races, all on the one road trip?

Outback Holidays

The Ghan versus Indian Pacific – which train to choo-choose?

The Ghan or Indian Pacific? It’s a tough choice between Australia’s two most epic rail holidays. No fear, Megan Arkinstall (The Ghan) and Steve Madgwick (Indian Pacific) will help you decide which train journey is best for you.

Driving Holidays

5 outback road safety tips that could save your life

The sheer, wide-open space, the epic views and abundance of wildlife make an outback roadtrip one heck of an experience, but before you set off, you should be aware that this journey is unlike any other drive you have experienced.

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The best under-the-radar towns to visit in Australia this year

Are you tired of trying to plan a holiday only to find everywhere is booked out? Here are the up-and-coming destinations to get to now – before your dates are gone for good.

Weekends Holidays

26 brilliant long weekends around Australia

Out of ideas for a quick break? Here are our top experiences for a long weekend. You deserve it.

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Winners of past Australian Traveller giveaways

Here are the lucky winners of Australian Traveller's past competitions.

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The ultimate guide to an Aussie summer

After the heartbreak of the last few summers, it almost feels like our collective duty to rediscover our love of this quintessential Aussie season.

Beach Holidays

Reclaiming our lost summer on the coast

A summer spent carefree at the beach or within cooee of the coast is at the heart of our national identity – and was sorely missed in the heartbreak of the last season. We reflect on a tough 12 months for Australia to reset and look forward to sunnier times ahead.

the al fresco seating of Felons Brewing Co. in Howard Smith Wharves

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The best city breaks in Australia this summer

The quintessential Australian outback is a sight to behold. Australia’s golden beaches are among the best in the world. But it would be a big mistake to overlook this country’s urban credentials. Here, the top Australian city breaks to help your summer sizzle.