Australian Holidays and Travel Guide

Kristie Lau-Adams

Travel Journalist

Kristie Lau-Adams is a Gold Coast-based freelance writer after working as a journalist and editorial director for almost 20 years across Australia's best-known media brands including The Sun-Herald, WHO and Woman's Day. She has spent significant time exploring the world with highlights including trekking Japan’s life-changing Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage and ziplining 140 metres above the vines of Mexico’s Puerto Villarta. She loves exploring her own backyard (quite literally, with her two young children who love bugs), but can also be found stalking remote corners globally for outstanding chilli margaritas and soul-stirring cultural experiences.

<p><i>11 incredible day trips</i> from <strong>Hamilton Island</strong></p>

11 incredible day trips from Hamilton Island

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<p><i>A guide to visiting</i> <strong>Noosa</strong> National Park and surrounds</p>

A guide to visiting Noosa National Park and surrounds

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A must-read guide to Brisbane markets by suburb

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<p><i>12 heavenly</i> <strong>Brisbane</strong> day spas to treat yourself at right now</p>

12 heavenly Brisbane day spas to treat yourself at right now

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<p><i>11 of the best</i> <strong>Moreton Island</strong> tours from <strong>Brisbane</strong></p>

11 of the best Moreton Island tours from Brisbane

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<p><i>12 of the best Italian restaurants</i> in <strong>Brisbane</strong> in 2025</p>

12 of the best Italian restaurants in Brisbane in 2025

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<p><i>Cheers the weekend</i> at 14 of the best <strong>Brisbane</strong> bars</p>

Cheers the weekend at 14 of the best Brisbane bars

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<p><i>Every beautiful</i> <strong>Brisbane</strong> swimming spot to cool off at</p>

Every beautiful Brisbane swimming spot to cool off at

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Noosa

A guide to visiting Noosa National Park and surrounds

Go beyond cafe culture to connect with the natural wonders of Noosa National Park.

Brisbane

12 heavenly Brisbane day spas to treat yourself at right now

Release those shoulders in sublime style at an indulgent day spa in Brisbane.

Brisbane

A must-read guide to Brisbane markets by suburb

Stock up on one-of-a-kind artisanal treasures and top-notch produce at the most plentiful Brisbane markets.

Brisbane

12 of the best Italian restaurants in Brisbane in 2025

Treat your tastebuds to the mouth-watering flavours of Italy by ticking off every exceptional Italian restaurant in Brisbane.

Hamilton Island

11 incredible day trips from Hamilton Island

From scenic flights to yacht charters to total immersion in the Great Barrier Reef, here’s how to make the most of your day trips from Hamilton Island.

Brisbane

Every beautiful Brisbane swimming spot to cool off at

When the mercury rises, find instant cool at the most glorious Brisbane swimming spots.

Brisbane

Notch up steps in style on the 12 best Brisbane walks

Soak up that year-round sunshine and legendary vistas along the greatest Brisbane walks.

al fresco dining at Stan’s Lounge, Howard Smith Wharves

Brisbane

Cheers the weekend at 14 of the best Brisbane bars

Toast the week with sensational sips and guaranteed good times at the best Brisbane bars.

Moreton Island

11 of the best Moreton Island tours from Brisbane

Jump aboard the best Moreton Island tours to unwrap every inch of paradise just off the coast of Brisbane.