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Katie Carlin

Head of Content

Katie Carlin is Australian Traveller's Head of Content and when she’s not travelling or behind her computer, she’s hosting a dinner party (likely cooking an Alison Roman recipe), at brunch, working on extending her running k’s, or has her nose buried in a book. She joined Australian Traveller in 2018 and is responsible for leading the editorial team across print, digital, social, email and native content. Her job is to make sure we create content that connects readers to incredible experiences in Australia and beyond. In addition to sharing her expertise on travel through industry speaking engagements, Katie appears onToday, A Current Affair and various radio segments. With a BA in Communications majoring in Journalism and a career that has spanned roles at Fairfax Media and Are Media writing for titles such as The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age, and various lifestyle brands, she brings a wealth of experience to her role. Her most impactful trip to date has been swimming with whale sharks on Ningaloo Reef. For her next trip she is longing to experience the romance of train travel – hopefully on The Ghan or Indian Pacific.
<p><i>9 reasons to extend your stay</i> in <strong>Melbourne</strong> after the <strong>Australian</strong> Open</p>

9 reasons to extend your stay in Melbourne after the Australian Open

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<p>A <strong>Hunter Valley</strong> stay with lakeside views, wine and <i>a gourmet pantry</i></p>

A Hunter Valley stay with lakeside views, wine and a gourmet pantry

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<p>Incredible <em>day spas and hot springs</em> to visit in <strong>Victoria</strong></p>

Incredible day spas and hot springs to visit in Victoria

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<p><strong>Victoria&#8217;s </strong>newest <em>mineral springs bathhouse</em> now has <em>luxury villas to match</em></p>

Victoria’s newest mineral springs bathhouse now has luxury villas to match

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<p><i>The memory-making travel item</i> you might be overlooking</p>

The memory-making travel item you might be overlooking

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<p><i>The new hotels, restaurants and arts precinct</i> reshaping <strong>Melbourne</strong></p>

The new hotels, restaurants and arts precinct reshaping Melbourne

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<p><i>The one holiday to never take</i> when you’re heartbroken</p>

The one holiday to never take when you’re heartbroken

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<p>Welcome to <i>the new</i> <strong>Australian</strong> <strong>Traveller </strong>website</p>

Welcome to the new Australian Traveller website

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the pool at Lake House Daylesford
VIC

Incredible day spas and hot springs to visit in Victoria

From geothermal pools and luxury spa sanctuaries, Victoria’s mineral-rich waters and restorative landscapes offer total renewal.

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Hosier Lane covered in graffiti, Melbourne
Melbourne

The new hotels, restaurants and arts precinct reshaping Melbourne

Melbourne has long held the crown of Australia’s cultural capital but refuses to rest on its laurels, with a slew of new openings demanding attention.

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The Sanctuary Villa view of the bathroom and deck
Mornington Peninsula

Victoria’s newest mineral springs bathhouse now has luxury villas to match

The Mornington Peninsula's newest bathhouse just became a complete wellness destination with the addition of The Sanctuary.

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Aerial view of the Great Ocean Road's Warrnambool
Australia

Welcome to the new Australian Traveller website

We are thrilled to introduce you to the brand-new Australian Traveller website.

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Ooni Koda 2 Pizza Oven
Australia

The memory-making travel item you might be overlooking

As a travel editor, I am often asked for my can’t-live-without travel product recommendations and while this isn’t that, it is an item I never considered until recently.

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Exterior of The Lane Retreat on Palmers Lane Vineyard
Hunter Valley

A Hunter Valley stay with lakeside views, wine and a gourmet pantry

The Lane Retreat gives guests VIP access to two of the region’s best wineries, an award-winning restaurant, an alfresco pizzeria, and an onsite gourmet pantry for a foodie-fuelled weekend that is low on fuss and big on value.

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Iron Clay Pot Cruise
East Coast

An epic road trip from Launceston to Hobart by coach

The renaissance of train travel has been well documented, but is coach travel about to have its moment in the sun?

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standing at the Infinity Mirror Room, Yayoi Kusama at the National Gallery of Victoria
Melbourne

9 reasons to extend your stay in Melbourne after the Australian Open

Don’t cry because it’s over, Melbourne has more to serve up than just tennis.

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Woman deep in thought on an island beach
Australia

The one holiday to never take when you’re heartbroken

The desire to flee the familiar when you’re nursing a broken heart is strong, but some destinations can heighten your sense of loss rather than help you forget it.

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