Beach Holidays

Few experiences rival the surf–sand–sun combo, and with over 50,000 kilometres of coastline, Australia offers an endless choice of unforgettable beach holiday destinations.

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K'gari

It’s dingo pup season on K’gari: here’s the safety advice you need to know

K'gari is a slice of paradise, but it's important to be aware of the local wildlife.

coogee beach ranked 'poor' on 2026 State of the Beaches report

NSW

New study reveals NSW’s cleanest (and dirtiest) beaches

The 2026 State of the Beaches report shows NSW beach water quality has improved, except for a popular Sydney spot.

Tweed

Byron Bay’s lesser-known neighbour named on coveted global 2027 ‘Best in Travel’ list

A NSW coastal paradise was the only Australian place to make Lonely Planet's 2027 'Top Destinations' Best in Travel list.

Adelaide

The best beaches in Adelaide for swimming, sunsets and seaside dining

Adelaide's best-kept secret isn't its wine, its food or its festivals. It's the 70-kilometre stretch of metropolitan coastline.

Cairns

12 of the most memorable things to do in Palm Cove

Discover the beaches, dining, wellness and outdoor adventures that make Palm Cove unforgettable.

Jervis Bay

The new retro-chic retreat bringing maximalist design to Hyams Beach

A stunning new guest house has just opened steps from Hyams Beach, melding playful 1970s and Mediterranean beach club aesthetics.

Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef island you haven’t heard of

Go against the tide and spend a day on Normanby Island; an uncrowded, paradisaical Great Barrier Reef island that few know about.

Narooma

This laid-back pocket of coastal NSW has cracked the code to living well

Wedged between estuary and sea, this quiet coastal town on the far NSW South Coast is an antidote to urban life. Discover the best things to do in Narooma before the crowds catch on.