Australian Holidays and Travel Guide

Leah McLennan

Travel Journalist

Leah McLennan is a freelance writer based in Darwin. She was a journalist in Sydney for over a decade and counts her time as travel editor for Australian Associated Press as one of the highlights of her career. From exploring remote campsites in the Top End with her family, to seeking out new art galleries in faraway cities, she’ll grab an adventurous or arty travel experience within her reach.

Kimberley

A Purnululu National Park accommodation list to put you at its heart

Spread a swag out under the stars at a remote bush camp, or get close to nature but without compromising on soft pillowy beds, hot showers and multi-course dinners.

a man standing with a bonfire setup at sunset, the Kimberly and Gibb River Road trip

Kimberley

Here’s everything you need to know about Gibb River Rd

There are many wondrous things to see along the 660-kilometre Gibb River Road in Western Australia's Kimberley but, no matter which way you do it – whether you sleep under the stars or at five-star homesteads - it promises to be an unforgettable experience.

an Indigenous artist weaving a basket at the Injalak Arts and Crafts Centre

Darwin

An insider’s guide to visiting Darwin’s Aboriginal Art Fair

It’s the liveliest time of year to visit Darwin, when the days are not too hot, not too wet, and the city comes alive with one of the biggest events on the Indigenous art calendar.

Darwin

Darwin in the wet season – why the locals love it

Over the wet season Darwin delights adventurous souls and nature enthusiasts with its labyrinthine waterways, mangrove communities, biting barramundi and abundant mud crabs.

Kimberley

Best of the Gibb River Road: an 11-day Kimberley itinerary

It’s the outback road trip to top them all, but don’t let that intimidate you – we’ve got just the thing.

Broome

5 unmissable Broome markets to visit

Consider this your ultimate guide to the best markets in Broome.

Darwin

10 incredible things to do in Parap

For fun-loving visitors to Darwin, the village of Parap gives plenty of reasons to linger. From shops with handcrafted trinkets to a new art space housed in an old laundromat and a famous Saturday market, here are a bunch of reasons to get onboard.

Kimberley

15 Kimberley cruises to experience for the adventure of a lifetime

Are you ready for the trip of a lifetime? Cruising in the Kimberley serves up eye-popping beauty at every turn.

Kimberley

Here’s how to road trip the Kimberley

There’s something cathartic about hitting the open road and letting it roll beneath you for hours and hours. Welcome to the Kimberley, the ultimate road trip destination.