Australian Holidays and Travel Guide

Jo Stewart

Travel Journalist

Jo Stewart is a freelance features writer who pens stories about nature, pop culture, music, art, design and more from her home in the Macedon Ranges of Victoria. When not writing, you can find her trawling through vinyl records and vintage fashion at op shops, antique stores and garage sales.

<p><i>Your guide to the famous Pole House</i> on the <strong>Great Ocean Road</strong></p>

Your guide to the famous Pole House on the Great Ocean Road

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<p><i>Your quick guide</i> to the <strong>Twelve Apostles</strong> on the <strong>Great Ocean Road</strong></p>

Your quick guide to the Twelve Apostles on the Great Ocean Road

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<p><i>15 unmissable things to do</i> in <strong>Bright</strong>, <strong>Victoria</strong></p>

15 unmissable things to do in Bright, Victoria

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<p><i>The best things to do</i> in <strong>Lorne</strong> on your next seaside trip</p>

The best things to do in Lorne on your next seaside trip

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<p><i>8 of the best</i> <strong>Port Fairy</strong> cafes to add to your list</p>

8 of the best Port Fairy cafes to add to your list

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<p><i>10 of the best things to do</i> in <strong>Warrnambool</strong></p>

10 of the best things to do in Warrnambool

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<p><i>8 of the best things to do in</i> <strong>Port Fairy</strong></p>

8 of the best things to do in Port Fairy

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<p><i>8 of the best</i> <strong>Port Fairy</strong> restaurants to visit on your next trip</p>

8 of the best Port Fairy restaurants to visit on your next trip

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Great Ocean Road

Your guide to the famous Pole House on the Great Ocean Road

An icon of the Great Ocean Road, The Pole House is one of Australia’s most photographed holiday homes.

Great Ocean Road

Your quick guide to the Twelve Apostles on the Great Ocean Road

Discover everything you need to know about the Twelve Apostles before your next trip on the Great Ocean Road.

two people standing outside the lighthouse at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village lighthouse

Warrnambool

10 of the best things to do in Warrnambool

If steering your own mini motorboat around a lake, pedalling along a beach promenade or blissing out in geothermal hot springs sounds like heaven, then read on to learn about the top things to do in Warrnambool.

Port Fairy

8 of the best things to do in Port Fairy

From joining a kayaking tour to pedalling along a historic rail trail and swooning over a cute, heritage lighthouse, there are plenty of things to do in Port Fairy.

Port Fairy

8 of the best Port Fairy cafes to add to your list

From a casual beachfront cafe with cracking ocean views to a specialty roastery known for cranking out top-notch coffee, there’s a strong selection of Port Fairy cafes to choose from on your next visit.

Port Fairy

8 of the best Port Fairy restaurants to visit on your next trip

From a lively pizza joint with a big personality to a classic pub with a long and storied history, there are plenty of Port Fairy restaurants to choose from on your next trip along the Great Ocean Road.

a group of bikers traversing the Murray rail trail

Bright

15 unmissable things to do in Bright, Victoria

You’ll find epic cycling trails, a vibrant dining scene, clutch of boutique wineries and a microbrewery with mountain vistas just three-and-a-half hours’ drive north-east of Melbourne in the High Country town of Bright.

Lorne

The best things to do in Lorne on your next seaside trip

From zip-lining among gum trees to swimming laps at the historic sea baths, there are plenty of things to do in Lorne on your next trip to the Great Ocean Road.

Lorne

Try these Lorne restaurants on your next Great Ocean Road adventure

From wood-fired pizza with knockout ocean views to a cosy, family-run, hatted Greek eatery, there are plenty of superb Lorne restaurants to choose from on your next Great Ocean Road trip.