Australian Holidays and Travel Guide

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.

<p><i>8 fine dining restaurants</i> in <strong>Canberra</strong> worth splurging on</p>

8 fine dining restaurants in Canberra worth splurging on

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<p><i>8</i> <strong>Canberra</strong> wineries you need to visit</p>

8 Canberra wineries you need to visit

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<p><i>An essential</i> <strong>Canberra</strong> caravan park and camping guide</p>

An essential Canberra caravan park and camping guide

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<p><i>12 of the best markets</i> in <strong>Canberra</strong></p>

12 of the best markets in Canberra

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<p><i>7 treasure-packed</i> <strong>Newcastle</strong> markets to add to your diary</p>

7 treasure-packed Newcastle markets to add to your diary

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<p><i>Every unmissable stop</i> along a <strong>Sydney</strong> to <strong>Yamba</strong> road trip</p>

Every unmissable stop along a Sydney to Yamba road trip

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<p><i>8 incredible waterfalls</i> near <strong>Yamba</strong> worthy of a day trip</p>

8 incredible waterfalls near Yamba worthy of a day trip

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<p><i>6 of the best places</i> for a decadent high tea in <strong>Newcastle</strong></p>

6 of the best places for a decadent high tea in Newcastle

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Yamba

Every unmissable stop along a Sydney to Yamba road trip

Driving from Sydney to Yamba involves hugging the NSW coast but if you stick solely to the Pacific Highway you’ll miss some beautiful beachside secrets.

Newcastle

6 of the best places for a decadent high tea in Newcastle

Scones, petit fours and (of course) a perfectly brewed tea. Decadent high tea experiences are something Newcastle does well.

Yamba

8 incredible waterfalls near Yamba worthy of a day trip

Far north NSW is filled with natural wonders beyond its famous beaches. Skip the sand and head inland to experience its spectacular waterfalls.

Newcastle

7 treasure-packed Newcastle markets to add to your diary

Produce straight from farmers and locally-made goods you won’t find elsewhere – Newcastle’s best markets have it all.

Canberra

12 of the best markets in Canberra

Whether you’ve come to Canberra for the city’s incredible restaurant scene or to visit some of Australia’s best museums, no stay is complete without a trip to the markets.

Canberra

8 Canberra wineries you need to visit

Canberra's wineries are beginning to rival some of the top names in vino.

Queanbeyan Riverside Holiday Caravan Park

Canberra

An essential Canberra caravan park and camping guide

Heading to town with the RV in tow? There are plenty of caravan parks in Canberra catering to all types of travellers.

Canberra

8 fine dining restaurants in Canberra worth splurging on

Canberra is fast becoming one of the top foodie destinations in Australia, with a wealth of fine-dining restaurants to choose from.

Aerial view of Foster on Barrington Coast

Australia

Brisbane to Newcastle: The coastal gems every Aussie needs to see

Extend your drive from Brisbane to Newcastle, immersing yourself in the natural wonders of Australia’s eastern coastline.