Beach Holidays

Few experiences rival the surf–sand–sun combo, and with over 50,000 kilometres of coastline, Australia offers an endless choice of unforgettable beach holiday destinations.

<p><i>14 stunning swimming spots and beaches</i> in <strong>Byron Bay</strong></p>

14 stunning swimming spots and beaches in Byron Bay

<p><i>Your ultimate guide</i> to the best <strong>Margaret River</strong> beaches</p>

Your ultimate guide to the best Margaret River beaches

<p><i>A guide to</i> <strong>Port Stephens</strong> beaches and bays</p>

A guide to Port Stephens beaches and bays

<p><i>9</i> <strong>Noosa</strong> beaches worth visiting any time of year</p>

9 Noosa beaches worth visiting any time of year

Sydney just got a brand new beach, here’s where to find it

<p><i>The top 10</i> <strong>Australian</strong> beaches of 2025 have been revealed</p>

The top 10 Australian beaches of 2025 have been revealed

<p><i>After a 14-year closure</i>, this tropical island is back in business</p>

After a 14-year closure, this tropical island is back in business

<p><i>12 dreamy island holidays</i> in <strong>Australia</strong> you need to visit</p>

12 dreamy island holidays in Australia you need to visit

Few experiences rival the surf–sand–sun combo, and with over 50,000 kilometres of coastline, Australia offers an endless choice of unforgettable beach holiday destinations.

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Dunk Island beachfront in Tropical North Queensland

After a 14-year closure, this tropical island is back in business

Cyclone Yasi left it in ruins – now Dunk Island is back with TNQ’s only island glamping experience.

Best beaches in Australia

The top 10 Australian beaches of 2025 have been revealed

Tourism Australia has revealed the most idyllic beaches for those seeking pristine coastal beauty.

12 dreamy island holidays in Australia you need to visit

12 dreamy island holidays in Australia you need to visit

Because nothing beats an island holiday.

Sydney just got a brand new beach, here’s where to find it

Putney Beach is officially opening to the public next week.

Port Stephens Beaches.

A guide to Port Stephens beaches and bays

Map out your sun-filled holiday in Port Stephens with this guide to its beaches and bays

Whitehaven Beach

Australia nabs the top two spots on Lonely Planet’s best beaches list

Australia reigns supreme on Lonely Planet's best beaches list for 2025, thanks to these two unexpected winners...

an aerial view of Alexandria Bay, Noosa

9 Noosa beaches worth visiting any time of year

Think Noosa beaches end with what’s in front of Hastings Street? You’re in for a surprise.

surfers at sunrise on Belongil Beach, Byron Bay

14 stunning swimming spots and beaches in Byron Bay

Whether you’re into building sandcastles or catching waves, Byron Bay has a beach for you.

rocks dotting the clear blue waters of Boranup Beach

Your ultimate guide to the best Margaret River beaches

Whether you want to swim, surf, or just play in the sand, here’s where to find the best Margaret River beaches.

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