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Melbourne

The world’s first rotating Snowtunnel is coming to Australia

An all-new Aussie invention is bringing year-round snow Down Under.

East Coast

Australia’s best town is a Tassie seaside gem sandwiched between two icons

Long overshadowed by its neighbouring icons - Bay of Fires and Wineglass Bay - the sleepy seaside town of Bicheno has emerged to claim the title of Australian Traveller's Best Town.

100 Best Towns in Australia to Visit

We polled a range of Aussie travel experts from all over the country to answer the question: Which are the 100 best towns in Australia? Here's the results.

Glass House Mountains National Park from above

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The 10 Aussie towns made for nature lovers and adventure seekers

Wild landscapes and natural beauty turn these towns into outdoor playgrounds.

Sydney

60 of the best restaurants in Sydney for 2026

We’ve scoured the city to find the best Sydney restaurants to put on your radar in 2026.

The historic white facade and garden of Littlebourne

Bathurst

Inside the 195-year-old home that has become Bathurst’s most exciting stay

Littlebourne Guest House is reason enough to make a beeline for this underrated country city.

Australia

What’s on around Australia in May 2026

Make May your best month yet with these epic events around the country.

Broken Hill

Unique things to do in Broken Hill

At first glance, this outback town might seem as bare as the desert that surrounds it. But it doesn’t take much digging to find the rich underside of this spirited community.

Kiama

This vintage steam train journey serves up coastal views and high tea

Step back in time aboard the completely intoxicating vintage Kiama Picnic Train – a living museum on rails.

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Discovering Bendigo’s unique heritage through incredible foodie experiences

A woman walking past a food mural, something you can spot during A Taste of Italy Griffith.

This surprising regional town is making its mark on the culinary world

A stroll through Austin’s Wines, lined with bottles and warm dining spaces.

Makers, good food and the great outdoors: your guide to a long weekend in the Moorabool Valley

A scenic boat trip during a Noosa getaway.

9 experiences in and around Noosa you haven’t tried yet

Tropical islands, good food & world-class shows: Your eventful guide to a holiday in Townsville

Exploring an icon: inside the massive upgrade to Broome’s famous Cable Beach

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10 best towns in Tasmania to visit now

People entering the water at a beach at Byron Bay

24 best towns in NSW to visit now

20 best towns in Victoria to visit now

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Living area in the Manly Pacific Infinity Residence

RRachael Thompson

This coastal hotel proves you don’t need to leave Sydney for a proper escape

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

RRachael Thompson

The boutique coastal stay worth skipping Byron Bay for

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

The glamorous Showroom Bay at The Royce hotel

RRachael Thompson

Is it worth staying at The Royce hotel in Melbourne?

This elegant hotel is bringing Art Deco glamour to the city.

Tasmanian Walking Co. child-friendly mult-day hike on Bruny Island

MMegan Arkinstall

The Tassie multi-day hike that you can do with your child

Is a multi-day hike a good way to bond with your child? Megan Arkinstall laces up her nine-year-old son’s shoes and tests it out.

The swimming pool at The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne

RRachael Thompson

This Melbourne hotel has set the bar sky high

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

Kings Canyon transforms into a waterfall wonderland in the rain

KKassia Byrnes

Kings Canyon transforms into a waterfall wonderland in the rain – here’s the only time you’ll see it

It's rare to see Kings Canyon covered in rivers and waterfalls, but it's a priceless view.

EEmily Murphy

The battle of Australia’s 18 best summer ice creams

These cult-favourite ice creams prove Australian summers are built on nostalgia, loyalty and strong opinions.

RRachael Thompson

This hotel room just became my favourite in Australia

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

Aerial view of yellow kayaks in blue sea at sunset in summer

KKassia Byrnes

How to survive a group trip wage gap

Travelling with a group of people who all make vastly different amounts of money? This is how to stay friends afterwards.

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The world’s first rotating Snowtunnel is coming to Australia

Australia’s best town is a Tassie seaside gem sandwiched between two icons

100 Best Towns in Australia to Visit

The 10 Aussie towns made for nature lovers and adventure seekers

60 of the best restaurants in Sydney for 2026

Inside the 195-year-old home that has become Bathurst’s most exciting stay

What’s on around Australia in May 2026

Unique things to do in Broken Hill

This vintage steam train journey serves up coastal views and high tea

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Discovering Bendigo’s unique heritage through incredible foodie experiences

This surprising regional town is making its mark on the culinary world

Makers, good food and the great outdoors: your guide to a long weekend in the Moorabool Valley

9 experiences in and around Noosa you haven’t tried yet

Tropical islands, good food & world-class shows: Your eventful guide to a holiday in Townsville

Exploring an icon: inside the massive upgrade to Broome’s famous Cable Beach

Australian Traveller Magazine

In this issue

10 best towns in Tasmania to visit now

24 best towns in NSW to visit now

20 best towns in Victoria to visit now

Opinion

This coastal hotel proves you don’t need to leave Sydney for a proper escape

The boutique coastal stay worth skipping Byron Bay for

Is it worth staying at The Royce hotel in Melbourne?

The Tassie multi-day hike that you can do with your child

This Melbourne hotel has set the bar sky high

Kings Canyon transforms into a waterfall wonderland in the rain – here’s the only time you’ll see it

The battle of Australia’s 18 best summer ice creams

This hotel room just became my favourite in Australia

How to survive a group trip wage gap

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