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.

Sydney

The best swimming pools and ocean baths in Sydney

Nestled on the edge of the city’s coastline and harbour are a beloved collection of Sydney pools and baths that have been enjoyed by casual bathers for generations.

a guided horseback tour at Hanging Tree Wines, Pokolbin with Murchessons Horse Wine & Dine Tours

Hunter Valley

Things to do in the Hunter Valley: wineries, hot-air ballooning and horse riding

There are so many things to do in the Hunter Valley that the region dazzles as a destination for a getaway.

a small dam with fountain fronting The Deck Cafe in Lovedale

Hunter Valley

25 Hunter Valley cafes you absolutely must try

We’ve done the legwork for you to round up the best cafes that scream ‘breakfast Hunter Valley’.

Hunter Valley

The ultimate ale trail: 12 Hunter Valley breweries and pubs

Come away from the Hunter Valley with a new sense of reverence after bouncing between its best breweries and pubs.

Hunter Valley

The definitive list of the best Hunter Valley restaurants

A great weekend away in the Hunter Valley calls for excellent places to drink and dine.

Mudgee

8 memorable Mudgee wine tours that offer more than just transport

Make the most of your visit to the vineyards around Mudgee with the following wine tours and experiences.

Hunter Valley

The best luxury accommodation in the Hunter Valley

Visit cellar doors for tastings, sample the region’s culinary delights and then book into the best luxury accommodation in the Hunter Valley.

Hunter Valley

Charming Hunter Valley Airbnbs for a weekend getaway

Our guide to the best Hunter Valley Airbnbs includes a mix of romantic, luxury, family, pet-friendly and group getaway options close to wineries.

A woman sits with her dog at her campsite by a campfire at Misty Mountain in NSW

Australia

The best-rated spots for a scenic hiking and camping trip in one

AllTrails and HipCamp teamed up to reveal the top 10 ‘tent-to-trail’ list; the best hiking and camping spots to visit in one holiday for plenty of opportunities to reconnect with nature.