Australian Holidays and Travel Guide

Rachael Thompson

Evergreen Editor

Rachael Thompson is Australian Traveller's Evergreen Editor and Hotel Addict. She's responsible for the foundational content on AustralianTraveller.com, helping to manage and grow the brand’s destination guides. With a background in design and travel media, Rachael is dedicated to curating content that is as much informational as it is beautiful. She began her career at Belle magazine, before taking up editorial roles at Homes to Love and Bed Threads. When she's not writing, editing or optimising content, Rachael enjoys exploring the city's newest restaurants, bars and hotels. Next on her Aussie travel wish list is Lord Howe Island.

Sydney

A floating restaurant, cocktail bar and beach club will bring Mediterranean vibes to Sydney Harbour this summer

Coastal Italian fare, a martini trolley and plush daybeds await.

A red historic train pulled up at a station.

TAS

Ride Tasmania’s heritage railway for a taste of the 1890s amid ancient rainforest

Tasmania’s West Coast Wilderness Railway and Cultural Attractions of Australia have created three immersive experiences through ancient rainforest.

Three hikers walking along a trail in bushland

NSW

Two new scenic bushwalks have opened in a breathtaking NSW conservation area

The Broad Swamp Loop Walk and Broad Swamp to Birds Rock Walking Track showcase the unique geology and diverse ecosystems of the Gardens of Stone area.

TAS

Aussie airline launches major sale to Tasmania with fares from $46

Tourism Tasmania and Jetstar have launched a huge airfare sale from five major Australian cities

Sydney

I’ve stayed in 21 hotels in Sydney and this is my favourite

Welcome to Hotel Addict, a monthly column where I check into Australia’s best hotels and share what makes them worthy of your wishlist.

A historic red train crossing a bridge over water on a clear day

Byron Bay

Just in: Drive the world’s first solar-powered train through scenic Byron Bay

Enjoy carbon-positive, historic travel and scenic views aboard the world’s first solar-powered train.

Sydney

Sydney Observatory to light up for first-ever Moon Festival

Lanterns, lions and lunar magic await.

A white barn studio accommodation with barns doors open

Byron Bay

Byron Bay’s The Bower just got a luxe upgrade in time for summer

We checked into the newly refurbished The Bower which features new rooms, a day spa and a bar.

Coral Coast and Ningaloo

This new Ningaloo stargazing tour will leave you starstruck

The pristine region offers exceptional visibility of the cosmos.