Australian Holidays and Travel Guide

Leah McLennan

Travel Journalist

Leah McLennan is a freelance writer based in Darwin. She was a journalist in Sydney for over a decade and counts her time as travel editor for Australian Associated Press as one of the highlights of her career. From exploring remote campsites in the Top End with her family, to seeking out new art galleries in faraway cities, she’ll grab an adventurous or arty travel experience within her reach.

The private deck attached to the Deluxe Suites at Discovery Parks - Kings Canyon

Red Centre

The ultimate guide to camping and caravanning in the Red Centre

To truly appreciate the beauty of the Red Centre you need to spend a night or more under the stars.

Alice Springs

7 incredible Alice Springs to Uluru tours you’ll want to try

From quick day trips to immersive multi-day adventures, these tours from Alice Springs to Uluṟu promise an unforgettable adventure.

an aerial view of Mindil Beach Sunset Market

Darwin

7 vibrant markets in Darwin to visit

Opals to flowers, food stalls, zebra rock: Darwin’s markets run the gamut for souvenirs and a culinary education on the tropical city’s multifaceted culture.

Broome

A guide to the best beaches in and near Broome

Broome may be famous for its pearling history and Shinju Matsuri Festival, but many visitors are really there for the beaches.

Broome

A guide to the best caravan parks in Broome

Broome is a caravan and camping nirvana. There is really no better way to explore the Kimberley than getting up close and personal with its natural beauty.

a scenic flight over a waterfall at Kakadu National Park

14 ways to experience an early summer in the Northern Territory

Ready for summer? It’s already arrived in the Northern Territory and there’s plenty to do in the Top End.

Darwin

A look inside Darwin’s reimagined airport resort

Airport hotels these days aren’t forgettable like they used to be, with properties like the revitalised Darwin Airport Resort boasting luxurious amenities and artwork highlighting the Top End’s rich Aboriginal heritage.

Kings Canyon Superior Glamping Tent View

Red Centre

An awe-inspiring stay at Discovery Resorts – Kings Canyon

Discovery Resorts - Kings Canyon puts you in a prime spot for admiring Watarrka National Park’s splendour.

Two men hiking beside Finke River in Finke Gorge National Park

Red Centre

Palm Valley and Finke River – the Red Centre’s hidden gems

The Red Cente’s Finke Gorge National Park tempts adventurers with its tall wavering palms, historic police camp ruins, and spectacular landscapes that inspired the renowned watercolourist Albert Namatjira.