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

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.

a kangaroo on the Look At Me Now Headland, Emerald Beach

Coffs Harbour

The most idyllic Coffs Harbour beaches for summer getaways

Peel yourself away from the marina in search of natural beauty at the best Coffs Harbour beaches.

Noosa

The best cafes in Noosa to embrace lazy mornings with

Kick off your Sunshine Coast adventure with silky-smooth coffee and every standout breakfast in Noosa.

Noosa

Every unmissable highlight of the Eumundi Markets near Noosa

Soak up arts and culture just 15 minutes from Noosa at the world-famous Eumundi Markets.

Noosa

A holiday regular’s guide to the 15 best restaurants in Noosa

Flavour-packed produce and impeccable technique flow endlessly at the best restaurants in Noosa.

Noosa

Every dreamy day spa in Noosa to melt away your worries

Pair a soothing escape to the Sunshine Coast with a visit to a tranquil day spa in Noosa.

Noosa

Things to do in Noosa: Bathhouses, whale watching and distilleries

If you thought the best things to do in Noosa involved nothing more than a towel and cozzies, think again. Slurp up that coffee and pop your book down – it’s time to discover this beach town’s magnetism.