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The most amazing train journeys in Australia

These trains are so much more than a way to get from A to B.

Melbourne

Check out Australia’s first dine-in cinema

Australia’s first-ever dine-in cinema has opened in Melbourne.

Walkers on Tasmanian Expeditions Flinders Island Walking Advenure in Comfort

TAS

Tasmania is now officially home to 6 of Australia’s best hikes

Great Walks of Australia has revealed the thirteenth walk in its exclusive collection.

Cairns

This giant coral chest could save the Great Barrier Reef

If one of the world’s most important ecosystems fails, this clever insurance policy may prove to be its saving grace; take a look inside the world’s first living coral biobank.

Sydney

Sydney’s newest attraction allows you to compete in Squid Game

Have you ever watched a game show and imagined yourself dominating? Immersive Gamebox in Sydney is here to put your skills to the test.

Sydney

Google Maps launches Indoor Live View at Sydney Airport

Say goodbye to airport chaos in Sydney…

Mermaid at Busselton Jetty by Cerys Heyring.

Margaret River

A new underwater sculpture trail is now open in Busselton

Witness the magic of the marine world in Busselton's new underwater sculpture trail.

Australia

Can you say these 10 tongue-twister Australian place names?

The awkward moment when you realise you’ve been mispronouncing a place your whole life…

Australia

Australia ranks second in world’s most unspoilt landscapes

Australia has come in second on the list of the world’s most unspoilt landscapes.

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Australia’s top 10 towns for 2025 revealed

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You voted, and we listened! From off-grid glamping at Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef to sipping the finest wines in the Barossa Valley and soaking up country charm in Mudgee, these are Australia’s most popular escapes for 2025.

AAT Kings’ new small group tours mean deeper connections, closer encounters and immersive experiences. From soaring over Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre to exploring rich Kimberley culture, these journeys go beyond the ordinary.

We asked you to vote for your favourite Australian travel experiences, and we received thousands of responses. Here are your 2025 Readers' Choice Results: dreamy destinations, incredible hotels and unforgettable journeys around the country.

Step off the train, step into adventure. From the Barossa to Broken Hill, the Indian Pacific isn’t just about the journey – it’s about the unforgettable stops along the way.

It’s International Wombat Day! The perfect time to celebrate these adorable marsupials found across Australia. PS, did you know their poops are cube-shaped?

This is what dreams look like onboard the Indian Pacific. Gold Premium = cosy nights, golden mornings and views that never stop.

POV: Your summer holiday starts the moment you walk onboard your Royal Caribbean cruise. Ready to set sail?

Dinner with a view? Try dinner with an entire continent rolling by. Here's what dining on the Indian Pacific looks like.

We asked the Australian Traveller Media team: what’s your favourite spring getaway destination around Australia?

Step onboard the Indian Pacific. Think plush cabins, elegant lounges and slow mornings with endless views.

Opinion

The heritage facade of The Tasman in Hobart

RRachael Thompson

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, exploring not just the rooms, but the stories, service and settings that make each stay unforgettable and worth adding to your wishlist.

The rise of passion travel: how your hobby can shape your next trip

TTaylah Darnell

The rise of passion travel: how your hobby can shape your next trip

By swapping postcard-perfect itineraries for passion-fuelled adventures, travellers are finding new ways to explore and connect.

KKassia Byrnes

9 plane etiquette rules every passenger should follow

Discover the indisputable rules of domestic plane etiquette.

A hotel bathroom with a freestanding bath overlooking Sydney Harbour Bridge

RRachael Thompson

I’ve stayed in 21 hotels in Sydney and this is my favourite

Welcome to the first instalment of Hotel Addict, a monthly column where I check into Australia’s best hotels, exploring not just the rooms, but the stories, service and settings that make each stay unforgettable and worth adding to your wishlist.