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

A sun-seeker’s guide to the best Sydney beaches

Explore a string of idyllic sun-soaked paradises with our guide to the best Sydney beaches.

Hunter Valley

Taste exceptional drops at the best vineyards in the Hunter Valley

Nail your wine itinerary without missing a single superstar with our comprehensive round-up of the best vineyards in the Hunter Valley.

Hunter Valley

14 unique Hunter Valley wine tours for more than easy transport

Score a designated driver and unexpected exploration with our pick of the best Hunter Valley wine tours.

Hunter Valley

A foodie’s guide to the divine Hunter Valley chocolate and cheese trail

Elevate pure liquid gold with the finest Hunter Valley chocolate and cheese experiences.

Hunter Valley

Every distillery in the Hunter Valley for exceptional gin and whiskey

You know and love the wine, so shake things up with a standout distillery in the Hunter Valley.

Hunter Valley

17 of the best Hunter Valley caravan parks and glamping sites

Save on accommodation and pour more pennies into wine with ultra-comfortable Hunter Valley caravan parks and glamping.

Hunter Valley

Find hidden delights with this non-touristy Hunter Valley itinerary

It’s a well-trodden wine region but surprises flow along this lesser-discovered Hunter Valley itinerary.

Hamilton Island

12 incredible day trips from Hamilton Island

From scenic flights to yacht charters to total immersion in the Great Barrier Reef, here’s how to make the most of your day trips from Hamilton Island.

Hamilton Island

15 of the best Hamilton Island restaurants

From Asian fusion and contemporary Italian to beachside fine dining and classic fish and chips, Hamilton Island restaurants whip up feasts for any occasion.