Australian Holidays and Travel Guide

Carla Grossetti

Sub-Editor & Journalist

Carla Grossetti has written across print and digital for Australian Traveller and International Traveller for more than a decade and has spent more than two decades finding excuses to eat well and travel far. A prestigious News Corp cadetship launched her career at The Cairns Post, before a stint at The Canberra Times and The Sydney Morning Herald gave way to extended wanders through Canada, the US, Mexico, Central America, Asia and Europe. Carla was chief sub editor at delicious and has contributed to Good Food, Travel & Luxury, Explore Travel, Escape. While living in London, Carla was on staff at Condé Nast Traveller and The Sunday Times Travel desk and was part of the pioneering digital team at The Guardian UK.

Byron Bay

9 idyllic Byron Bay camping spots

Camping is the quintessential old-school Aussie getaway. Here’s where to park your caravan or pitch a tent in Byron Bay.

the Hungry Point Cliff Top Walk from above

Sydney

This beachy Sydney hub has mangrove kayaking, standout seafood and a new coastal walk

An insider’s guide to 25 of the best things to do in and around Cronulla in Sydney’s south.

Australia

10 of the best skate parks around Australia

Inspired by our Olympic champions? Here's where to hit Australia's best skate parks.

Logan Wines, near Mudgee, NSW, Australia

Central West

Orange versus Mudgee: which town comes out on top?

A road trip to Orange or Mudgee is both an escape to the country and a delightfully wine-fuelled weekend. But is it possible to choose between the two towns, if you really had to?

table full of dishes at Folk Lounge & Dining at Tradies Gymea

Sydney

The best new places to eat and drink in the Sutherland Shire

The Sutherland Shire has long been a favourite for foodies, and some favourite new arrivals (and buzzy institutions to boot) are sprinkling even more stardust over Sydney’s southern suburbs.

Australia

Where to swim with whales around Australia

Here is our guide to the best places to swim with southern right whales, dwarf minke whales, humpbacks and orca whales around Australia.

basque lomo with drinks and light snacks on the table at Gildas

Australia

Great Australian bites: 23 bars with great food

A bar without snacks is borderline criminal. Luckily these bars have come to the party.

the building exterior of The Old Fitzroy Hotel, Sydney, NSW

Australia

The 26 cosiest pubs to add to your winter hit list

Warm your cockles as winter descends at these cosy pubs and bars around Australia that offer everything from fireplaces to great pub grub and craft beer.

Coral Coast and Ningaloo

A first-timer’s guide to the Coral Coast, WA

The Coral Coast is home to some of Australia’s most iconic attractions.