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Kassia Byrnes

Native Content Editor

Kassia Byrnes is the Native Content Editor for Australian Traveller and International Traveller. She's come a long way since writing in her diary about family trips to Grandma's. After graduating a BA of Communication from University of Technology Sydney, she has been writing about her travels (and more) professionally for over 10 years for titles like AWOL, News.com.au, Pedestrian.TV, Body + Soul and Punkee. She's addicted to travel but has a terrible sense of direction, so you can usually find her getting lost somewhere new around the world. Luckily, she loves to explore and have new adventures – whether that’s exploring the backstreets, bungee jumping off a bridge or hiking for days. You can follow her adventures on Instagram @probably_kassia.

Sydney

Flying from Sydney Airport today? Get there early to avoid disruption

An airport spokesperson has recommended that passengers "allow extra time and stay alert".

Women heading out for a morning surf at Cabarita Beach, a place on the tweed which was named in Expedia's Destinations Of The Year 2027

Australia

The secret is out! This NSW region just made a second coveted global best list for 2026

'Byron without the crowds' was the only Australian place to make Expedia Destinations Of The Year for 2026.

view of Circular Quay from The Rocks with jacarandas in the spring

Australia

The 8 best places to see jacarandas around Australia

From Sydney to the Scenic Rim, the purple haze of jacaranda trees is synonymous with Australian spring.

two people from outback spirit tour sit overlooking mitchell falls in the kimberley

Australia

Outback Spirit are offering free return flights on 2027 tours

Your 2027 adventures just got easier, with Outback Spirit offering free return flights on all-inclusive tours.

the martinin that got caretaker's cottage on the World's 50 Best Bars 2026 list

Melbourne

This unique Melbourne bar makes 50 Best list for the fourth year running

One of the best 50 bars in the world resides behind a church in Melbourne's CBD.

K'gari

It’s dingo pup season on K’gari: here’s the safety advice you need to know

K'gari is a slice of paradise, but it's important to be aware of the local wildlife.

coogee beach ranked 'poor' on 2026 State of the Beaches report

NSW

New study reveals NSW’s cleanest (and dirtiest) beaches

The 2026 State of the Beaches report shows NSW beach water quality has improved, except for a popular Sydney spot.

Tweed

Byron Bay’s lesser-known neighbour named on coveted global 2027 ‘Best in Travel’ list

A NSW coastal paradise was the only Australian place to make Lonely Planet's 2027 'Top Destinations' Best in Travel list.

Gold Coast

Finding Eden: What it’s like to stay at Australia’s original wellness retreat

Be transformed by the rainforest surrounds and unique wellness offerings served up at the award-winning Eden Retreat.