Australian Holidays and Travel Guide

Kristie Lau-Adams

Travel Journalist

Kristie Lau-Adams is a Gold Coast-based freelance writer after working as a journalist and editorial director for almost 20 years across Australia's best-known media brands including The Sun-Herald, WHO and Woman's Day. She has spent significant time exploring the world with highlights including trekking Japan’s life-changing Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage and ziplining 140 metres above the vines of Mexico’s Puerto Villarta. She loves exploring her own backyard (quite literally, with her two young children who love bugs), but can also be found stalking remote corners globally for outstanding chilli margaritas and soul-stirring cultural experiences.

Brisbane

The ultimate guide to luxury accommodation in Brisbane

There’s no such thing as run-of-the-mill when it comes to luxury accommodation in Brisbane.

Brisbane

Things to do in Brisbane: food, culture and shopping

Brimming with vibrant cultural initiatives and world-class entertainment, there’s no shortage of memorable things to do in Brisbane.

Brisbane

Every top Italian restaurant in Brisbane for authentic flavours

Treat your taste buds to the mouth-watering flavours of Italy by ticking off every exceptional Italian restaurant in Brisbane.

Brisbane

A hophead’s guide to every epic brewery in Brisbane

Sip on the state’s finest artisanal cold ones at a top-notch brewery in Brisbane.

Brisbane

A holiday maker’s guide to the best Brisbane day trips

Press pause on the Big Smoke for nature-embracing meandering with the best Brisbane day trips.

Brisbane

The best Brisbane day spas to instil deep calm

Release those shoulders in sublime style at our pick of the best Brisbane day spas.

Brisbane

Every exceptional Japanese restaurant in Brisbane

Delight in the authentic flavours of neon-lit cities with our list of every epic Japanese restaurant in Brisbane.

Brisbane

Every amazing Airbnb in Brisbane for a unique escape

Switch cookie-cutter for character-plus with our list of every excellent Airbnb in Brisbane.

Coffs Harbour

The best Coffs Harbour restaurants for elevated holiday dining

Nutrient-dense bounties, often sourced just off the coastline, create happy holiday dining at the best Coffs Harbour restaurants.