AuthorsMelissa MasonM

Melissa Mason

Travel Journalist

Melissa Mason is a freelance journalist who loves road tripping and car snacks. Previously holding Editor roles at ELLE, marie claire, Broadsheet and Pedestrian.TV, she now writes travel and lifestyle content for a wealth of Australian titles like SMH, Mamamia and Urban List, as well as copywriting for international brands. Outside of writing, she loves walks with her dog Ted, a great Sunday afternoon with friends, and op shopping. If she could be anywhere right now it would be lounging on a hammock at a tropical resort with a great romantic fantasy book.
a road trip to Kakadu
Kakadu

How to road trip Kakadu and itineraries for visiting

There’s no shortage of great tours on offer, but to road trip Kakadu via a do-it-yourself driving adventure? That’s pretty hard to beat.

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Darwin Hotels
Darwin

13 of the best Darwin hotels for your next Top End stay

Heading to Darwin and not sure where to stay? Whether you want to be in the heart of downtown, by the waterfront, or in one of the city’s coolest suburbs, we’ve lined up the best Darwin hotels for every budget.

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kakadu national park waterfalls
Kakadu

5 of the most breathtaking Kakadu National Park waterfalls

A road trip highlight in the Northern Territory? Visiting the incredible Kakadu National Park waterfalls in all their glory.

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an event setup at sunset, Darwin Trailer Boat Club
Darwin

9 of the best Darwin pubs for relaxed drinks

That Top End heat practically demands a cold, refreshing beverage perched at a quirky pub counter.

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Every memory-making stop on a Yamba to Coffs Harbour day trip
Yamba

Every memory-making stop on a Yamba to Coffs Harbour day trip

The stretch from Yamba to Coffs Harbour is short (just under 1.5 hours), but photo-perfect stop-offs demand a full day of exploration.

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Yamba airbnbs
Yamba

15 Yamba Airbnbs for a blissful beach escape

The best way to immerse yourself in the laidback surf culture of Yamba? By renting one of the best Yamba Airbnbs in and around town.

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Yamba accommodation
Yamba

The best Yamba accommodation for a coastal getaway

Whether you’re poised to splurge or pinching every penny, the best Yamba accommodation will sort every traveller out.

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the light-filled dining space at El Ocaso, Yamba
Yamba

13 of the best Yamba restaurants to book for 2025

Whether you’re planning a full-on eating itinerary or just stopping through town, the best Yamba restaurants provide delicious and diverse delights.

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surfing at Wategos Beach, Byron Bay
Yamba

Every stop to make on a Yamba to Byron Bay road trip

Surf beaches, nostalgic coastal towns and dense tropical wilderness – the road trip from Yamba to Byron Bay has it all.

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