Australia Travel Stories

Sep 9, 2024 • 7 min read

Here's our guide to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander tourism opportunities in Australia.

Sep 6, 2024 • 11 min read

Australia has an incredible breadth of unique wildlife but it can be a challenge to locate them. Here's how to respectfully observe the cutest critters.

Aug 24, 2024 • 7 min read

Australia is so vast and varied that the best time to visit depends entirely on what you want to do. Here's how to choose the perfect time for your trip.

Aug 24, 2024 • 10 min read

From crocs to Indigenous culture, understand what's really important in Australia with this guide to health, safety and etiquette.

Aug 22, 2024 • 12 min read

Experience the very best of Australia with this guide to the country's top things to do.

Aug 22, 2024 • 8 min read

What’s the best way to explore a continent-size country? By hitting the road.

Aug 21, 2024 • 4 min read

It’s a complex question wherever you’re traveling: how much should you tip, and how? Here’s our guide to navigating the tipping cultures of Oceania.

Jul 24, 2024 • 9 min read

Plan your perfect first trip to Australia’s iconic Great Barrier Reef.

Jun 20, 2024 • 6 min read

Which of these two wonderful countries should you pick? We asked two writers to make the case for each.

Jun 19, 2024 • 7 min read

With an immense shoreline and many rivers, Australia is a playground for kayaking, canoeing, surf-ski and whitewater. Here are its best paddling spots.

May 29, 2024 • 8 min read

Lace your boots for the best day hikes and short walks on Australia’s Great Ocean Walk.

Feb 27, 2024 • 6 min read

Travel like a local in Australia with these under-the-radar vacation destinations.

Dec 2, 2023 • 7 min read

With more than 12,000 beaches around its shores, it's tough to pick Australia's best, but we gave it a go.

Dec 1, 2023 • 5 min read

Planning a trip to Australia? Don't forget your visa! Here's everything you need to know about the proper paperwork for tourists.

Nov 13, 2023 • 6 min read

It’s always snowing somewhere: here’s our guide on where to ski throughout the world all year long.

Nov 10, 2023 • 8 min read

Australia is not a cheap destination, but with these money-saving tips, you can stretch your budget further.

Nov 10, 2023 • 8 min read

From its tropical reefs to its snow-covered mountains, Australia is the ultimate family travel destination. Here's what you need to know.

Nov 5, 2023 • 16 min read

Lace your boots for 12 of Australia's most spectacular hiking experiences.

Oct 24, 2023 • 9 min read

Find your way around Australia with our top tips for road trips, internal flights and long-distance coach and train services.

Jan 10, 2023 • 9 min read

Read on for top tips, great gigs and common pitfalls to avoid while working around Australia.

Dec 1, 2022 • 3 min read

Australian airfares spike during the Christmas/summer vacation season. Our man down under, Chris Zeiher, has some tips to save on your holiday flights.

Nov 24, 2022 • 4 min read

The long lazy stretch of summer holidays beckons Down Under and, given its size, Australia offers a vast variety of holiday choices.