Australian Holidays and Travel Guide

Elizabeth Whitehead

Travel Journalist

Elizabeth Whitehead is a writer obsessed with all things culture; doesn't matter if it's pop culture or cultures of the world. She graduated with a degree in History from the University of Sydney (after dropping out from Maths). Her bylines span AFAR, Lonely Planet, ELLE, Harper's BAZAAR and Refinery 29. Her work for Australian Traveller was shortlisted for single article of the year at the Mumbrella Publishing Awards 2024. She is very lucky in thrifting, very unlucky in UNO.

Scenic views aboard Southern Aurora Vintage Rail journey.

Riverina

This historic train journey stops at NSW’s best rural towns

Journeying on the historic Southern Aurora means recapturing the romance of times gone by on the faithfully restored vintage train and in the Riverina region beyond.

Vintage Rail Journeys Southern Aurora train travelling through nsw

NSW

3 vintage train journeys to step back in time and explore NSW

From country landscapes to the coast, Vintage Rail Journeys blends the grandeur of the golden age of rail travel with immersive local experiences.

Australia

Don’t miss the world’s most iconic meteor shower this week

Earth is passing through the path of Halley’s Comet once again. Get ready for an epic meteor shower this week.

Kakadu

A must-read guide to camping in Kakadu

Camping in Kakadu National Park is guaranteed to be a thousand-star experience.

Kakadu

The best Kakadu accommodation for all budgets

Going wild doesn’t have to mean roughing it. Here are all the best accommodation options in and around Kakadu.

Kimberley

From laid-back to luxury: exploring the Kimberley two ways

The Kimberley’s red landscape is iconic, but its true colours run deeper than the eye can see. From a croc cruise to wild bush luxury and cultural ceremony, the region reveals its many layers.

Sydney

You’re not imagining it: Sydney is one of the most expensive cities to catch a taxi

Ever leave a taxi with a hole burning in your pocket? You're not alone ⁠–⁠ Sydney has been named one of the world's most expensive cities to catch a taxi.

Bowral

This gorgeous new Bowral estate is Downton Abbey for the modern day

A 1910 country estate is getting a revamp and two new dining venues. Opening in 2026, Ardour Milton Park Bowral will mark the dreamy debut of Australia's latest luxury hospitality brand.

VIC

Goodbye Myki card – Victoria will get free public transport every weekend this summer

Melbourne's free transport zone will get a whole lot bigger this summer. In fact, it will cover the entire state of Victoria.