Australian Holidays and Travel Guide

Kate Symons

Travel Journalist

Kate Symons is a freelance writer with a particular passion for uncovering the people that make the place. On assignments near and far, she observes and absorbs, waiting for that satisfying moment when the story lede - the tale that is sure to entice - presents itself.

<p><i>Five holiday ideas</i> for families with young children</p>

Five holiday ideas for families with young children

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<p><i>A 60-second guide</i> to doing summer in <strong>Brisbane</strong> right</p>

A 60-second guide to doing summer in Brisbane right

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<p><i>Top Towns for 2022</i>: The town of <strong>Sorrento</strong> is a foodie paradise</p>

Top Towns for 2022: The town of Sorrento is a foodie paradise

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<p><i>The best coastal summer holidays</i> in <strong>Australia</strong></p>

The best coastal summer holidays in Australia

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<p><i>Revealed</i>: <strong>Australia’s</strong> best road trip</p>

Revealed: Australia’s best road trip

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<p><i>How the SLS movement</i> has shaped <strong>Australia’s</strong> identity</p>

How the SLS movement has shaped Australia’s identity

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<p><i>The best city breaks</i> in <strong>Australia</strong> this summer</p>

The best city breaks in Australia this summer

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<p><i>Exploring</i> the <strong>Limestone Coast’s</strong> most incredible natural wonders</p>

Exploring the Limestone Coast’s most incredible natural wonders

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Great Ocean Road

Revealed: Australia’s best road trip

It’s right there in the name. Come to think of it, the name is somewhat of an understatement...

the rooftop pool at Hotel X Iris Rooftop

Brisbane

A 60-second guide to doing summer in Brisbane right

It doesn’t get much better than summer in Queensland’s cool capital.

Australia

The best coastal summer holidays in Australia

There are more than 10,000 beaches in Australia. Yep. Ten. Thousand. If you’ve got a spare 30 years up your sleeve, you might just be able to visit each and every one of them. Failing that, your best bet is to pull together a shortlist.

Mornington Peninsula

Top Towns for 2022: The town of Sorrento is a foodie paradise

Just a short drive from Melbourne, this coastal gem is a gateway to hedonistic delights. Here, discover why Sorrento came in at no. 38 on your list of Top 50 Aussie Towns.

Limestone Coast

Exploring the Limestone Coast’s most incredible natural wonders

The forces of nature have been hard at work on the Limestone Coast, South Australia: and the result is an extraordinary region packed with geological – and delicious – treasures.

the al fresco seating of Felons Brewing Co. in Howard Smith Wharves

Australia

The best city breaks in Australia this summer

The quintessential Australian outback is a sight to behold. Australia’s golden beaches are among the best in the world. But it would be a big mistake to overlook this country’s urban credentials. Here, the top Australian city breaks to help your summer sizzle.

Australia

How the SLS movement has shaped Australia’s identity

There are few sights more symbolic of Australia than two red-and-yellow flags fluttering on a golden-sand beach. More than a century old, the surf life saving movement is an integral part of the country’s social and physical landscape.

Holidays for families with young children

Australia

Five holiday ideas for families with young children

There’s nothing like parenthood to strengthen the lure of a well-earned holiday. Yet the logistical challenges of jetting off to a far-flung destination once kids are in the mix can be a turn off.

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The best October long weekend escapes

Plan the perfect October long weekend with help from this shortlist of dream jaunts.