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Rachael Thompson

Evergreen Editor

Rachael Thompson is Australian Traveller's Evergreen Editor and Hotel Addict. She's responsible for the foundational content on AustralianTraveller.com, helping to manage and grow the brand’s destination guides. With a background in design and travel media, Rachael is dedicated to curating content that is as much informational as it is beautiful. She began her career at Belle magazine, before taking up editorial roles at Homes to Love and Bed Threads. When she's not writing, editing or optimising content, Rachael enjoys exploring the city's newest restaurants, bars and hotels. Next on her Aussie travel wish list is Lord Howe Island.

Rachael Thompson is Australian Traveller's Evergreen Editor and Hotel Addict. She's responsible for the foundational content on AustralianTraveller.com, helping to manage and grow the brand’s destination guides. With a background in design and travel media, Rachael is dedicated to curating content that is as much informational as it is beautiful. She began her career at Belle magazine, before taking up editorial roles at Homes to Love and Bed Threads. When she's not writing, editing or optimising content, Rachael enjoys exploring the city's newest restaurants, bars and hotels. Next on her Aussie travel wish list is Lord Howe Island.

Astra cabin at night with the Milky Way

This hidden adults-only retreat in NSW offers unforgettable stargazing

Unwind in a secluded cabin in the middle of nature.

A person charging their phone from a power bank that's sitting on a suitcase

Qantas and Virgin Australia to ban the use of power banks on flights

The news comes after lithium-ion batteries have caused a series of onboard fires.

the interior of Somnium Bingie with water views

NSW South Coast

This secret waterfront haven is in a place you’ve never heard of

Somnium at Bingie is a hidden architectural marvel on NSW’s South Coast.

The exterior of Zin House, soon to be Zin - Food & Wine

Mudgee’s most renowned restaurant to close and evolve into a wine bar

The Zin House is being transformed into a more accessible, fun and flexible dining venue.

A FlixBus crossing a bridge in Australia

Europe’s FlixBus hits Aussie roads with $10 city-to-city fares

Cheaper and greener travel is coming to the East Coast.

simply mikes baileys cinnamon scroll

Get a free Baileys cinnamon scroll at this Melbourne bakery – but only for a week

Kick off the festive season early with a deliciously free bite.

The new Penguin Viewing Experience boardwalk

Watch St Kilda’s penguins up close thanks to a new elevated boardwalk

Prime viewing opportunities of these adorable birds are now possible thanks to a new elevated viewing platform.

Mineral swimming pools at Sixty6 Acres farmstay

Australia’s most luxe campsite has a restaurant and seven mineral plunge pools

Camping just got a serious upgrade on the Sunshine Coast.

The heritage facade of The Tasman in Hobart

I checked into Hobart’s most delicious hotel and didn’t want to leave

Welcome to Hotel Addict, a monthly column where I check into Australia’s best hotels and share what makes them worthy of your wishlist.