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.

The front door with stain glass windows at The Florance.

Launceston

Checking in: The best accommodation in Launceston

Linger a little longer in Launceston to experience the country of the Tyerrernotepanner, the Panninher and the Leterremairrener people, who belong to the land where the three rivers meet.

Sydney

Song Hotel is Sydney’s best budget hotel and a force for good

The Song, Australia's first profit-for-purpose hotel, has reopened after a $10.5 million nip-and-tuck. Guests who bed down here help support thousands of women experiencing homelessness in Australia.

Red Centre

The Larapinta Signature Walk is a new, luxe hiking alternative

Dreamed of doing the Larapinta Trail, but aren’t a fan of roughing it? Tas Walking Co’s Larapinta Signature Walk offers a way to immerse yourself in the iconic hike in comfort.

Central Coast

The Central Coast is getting its first hotel in 15 years

Located between Sydney and Newcastle, the Central Coast hub of Gosford is getting a new hotel set to revitalise its CBD.

Launceston

A guide to visiting Tasmania’s Cataract Gorge

Discover world class natural beauty in the heart of Launceston.

Launceston

11 of the best things to do in Launceston

Perched on the banks of Kanamaluka/The Tamar River, the historic city of Launceston is an oft-overlooked hub for great food, wine, arts and culture.

Snowy Mountains

A new hike has opened in the Snowy Mountains

The Snowy Mountains is already a popular winter destination. But the new Snowies Alpine Walk is transforming the destination into a hiker’s paradise in time for summer.

Australia

A seasonal guide to fruit picking around Australia

Picking your own fruit is as fresh as it gets. Have your basket at the ready and make a beeline for the farm gate, because there's something to pick in every season.

an aerial view of the Great Southern train passing through Coffs Harbour

Australia

6 unsung train journeys you need to know about

When it comes to epic train journeys, Australia is a lucky country.