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.

Sydney

16 hidden bars in Sydney you need to discover

If you can find their entrances, the best hidden bars in Sydney beg you to let your hair down.

Sydney

The 17 best secret swimming spots in Sydney

Your weekend search for nearby places to take a dip can end right here thanks to our guide to the very best swimming spots in Sydney.

Man enjoying a morning walk along Resolute Beach in Ku-ring-gai National Park.

Sydney

9 breathtaking Sydney bush and coastal walks to go on

There’s plenty more to hiking Sydney than the Coogee to Bondi trail with breathtaking bush and coastal walks dotting the entire city.

a woman holding a bunch of sunflowers at Pick Your Own Sunflowers, VIC

Australia

9 picture-perfect places to go sunflower picking in Australia

Let brilliant blooms light up your life with the country’s best seasonal sunflower-picking spots.

Sydney

The 11 best snorkelling spots in Sydney

Explore a vibrant collection of coral reefs and underwater marine life with the most exhilarating snorkelling in Sydney.

Bluey and Bingo along the Grand Arbour’s vibrant Bougainvillea flower display

QLD

Here’s where to take the kids in Bluey’s hometown

Immerse your family in the cultural phenomenon using our list of hot spots that inspire the show.

Australia

10 secluded winter stays to cosy into

Hibernate in spectacular style at one of the country’s most secluded winter stays.

a dog barely reaches over a jar of treats at the counter of St Coco Cafe

Australia

The 23 best pet-friendly cafes in Australia

Slurp up a morning brew alongside your furry companion with a pet-friendly cafe in your nearest capital city.

Hamilton Island

7 ways to spend a Hamilton Island honeymoon

Dreamy scenery to take your breath away and lavish spoils crafted just for couples make a Hamilton Island honeymoon one you’ll cherish forever.