Australian Holidays and Travel Guide

Carla Grossetti

Sub-Editor & Journalist

Carla Grossetti has written across print and digital for Australian Traveller and International Traveller for more than a decade and has spent more than two decades finding excuses to eat well and travel far. A prestigious News Corp cadetship launched her career at The Cairns Post, before a stint at The Canberra Times and The Sydney Morning Herald gave way to extended wanders through Canada, the US, Mexico, Central America, Asia and Europe. Carla was chief sub editor at delicious and has contributed to Good Food, Travel & Luxury, Explore Travel, Escape. While living in London, Carla was on staff at Condé Nast Traveller and The Sunday Times Travel desk and was part of the pioneering digital team at The Guardian UK.

Merimbula

12 markets in and around Merimbula to visit

Looking for markets in Merimbula and beyond? We’ve rounded up 12 markets in the seaside village worth driving for.

Merimbula

Merimbula accommodation: 14 stays for a bliss-filled seaside escape

The best Merimbula accommodation is all about proximity to the waterways that serve as a playground for visitors to the seaside town. Here are some of the best places to stay in and around Merimbula.

Batemans Bay

7 Batemans Bay caravan parks you should set up camp at

Batemans Bay’s location smack-bang between Sydney and Canberra has long made it a great place for a family holiday in a caravan.

Kangaroo Valley

12 Kangaroo Valley restaurants and cafes every visitor must try

From cafes with house-fermented kombucha to character-filled pubs with buzzy beer gardens and delis helmed by award-winning chefs, it’s a great time to explore the Kangaroo Valley restaurant and cafe scene.

Newcastle

22 of the best Newcastle restaurants

From street-food eateries to fine dining, here are the top spots that are redefining Newcastle's culinary scene.

Breakfast on the patio at Arlo at the Oaks Ranch

Batemans Bay

17 of the best restaurants in Batemans Bay and beyond

Be it a slick bar serving dumplings or a hidden gem where a Michelin-trained chef is at the helm, these are the best Batemans Bay restaurants and cafes.

Australia Zoo Crocodile Hunter Lodge pool

Sunshine Coast

A stay at Crocodile Hunter Lodge – Australia Zoo’s wildlife paradise

The Irwin family’s passion for conservation extends into Australia Zoo’s deluxe eco-lodge, which offers the ultimate wildlife experience in lavish surroundings.

Hobart

Here are Hobart’s 10 best kid-friendly restaurants

Your go-to guide to kid-friendly restaurants in Hobart.

Byron Bay

The backpacker’s guide to Byron Bay hostels

Backpacking in Byron is a breeze with these hostels.