Australian Holidays and Travel Guide

Lee Mylne

Travel Journalist

Lee Mylne is an award-winning Brisbane-based freelance travel writer who has visited more than 60 countries, but still loves writing about the places closest to her. She has a strong interest in people, history, culture and nature and will go anywhere for a good story.

view from Shadow Play Melbourne by Peppers by accor

Australia

Your summer events guide to Australia’s cultural capitals

Explore the best that Sydney and Melbourne offer over summer, when busy event-packed days stretch into fun-filled nights.

Australia

These new small group tours allow intimate access to Australia’s best experiences

Big skies and otherworldly landscapes are the hallmarks of Australia. Discovering them in-depth becomes easier with the experts.

Surrounded by lush forest, a woman cools off in Florence Falls, just one of many incredible things to do in the Northern Territory.

8 Northern Territory secrets the locals don’t want you to know

Summer transforms the Northern Territory into a lush paradise of colour and life, as a visit during the ‘low-season’ reveals secrets the locals willingly share.

Outback Queensland

8 experiences you can’t miss during Winton’s 150th year of settlement

From dark sky drone shows to dinosaur footprints, there are plenty of reasons to visit Winton this April.

People swimming with fish in JW Marriot's pool.

Australia

Discover the Gold Coast pool where you can dive with tropical fish

A lagoon full of tropical fish, a grand sweeping staircase and attentive, friendly staff combine at JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa.

Brisbane

Brisbane’s 10 best viewpoints and lookouts

Whether you want water views, panoramic vistas, adrenaline-fuelled adventures or lazy days on relaxed islands, Brisbane is packed with activities and sights you’ll love.

the scenic top of Mount Ngungun, Glass House Mountains

Sunshine Coast

8 natural wonders of the Sunshine Coast

Soaring sand dunes, verdant rainforest, intriguing volcanic plugs, rich birdlife and endless beaches beckon in every direction on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, where nature is never far away.

gondwana rainforest experiences, Cameron Falls at Tamborine Mountain

QLD

7 ways to experience the world’s largest sub-tropical rainforest

Queensland’s Scenic Rim is a gateway to ancient Gondwana rainforests, stylish eco-retreats and thrilling adventures.

Central Queensland

Your ultimate guide to Great Keppel Island

With 17 white sandy beaches, abundant wildlife and clear tropical waters over sprawling coral reefs, Great Keppel Island is one of Queensland’s most under-rated island getaways.