Thanks to Spirit of Tasmania’s year-round ferry service between Geelong and Devonport, taking that idyllic road trip around Tasmania has never been easier.

Pointing a lens towards all that is sun-drenched and sensory – from bleached-out beaches to afternoon cocktails and seafood feasts washed down with a glass of sparkling – Kara Rosenlund captures the essence of an Australian summer celebration rooted in landscape, culture and place on her island home of Minjerribah.

Australian Traveller has been shaped over the years by a roll call of passionate editors. Here, our stellar alumni share their thoughts, memories and favourite covers during their tenures.

Let's take a look back - and forward - to see how travelling Australia has evolved over nearly two decades of exploring our nation.