Destinations

Find 150-plus travel guides to the most incredible destinations across Australia to help you plan your next Aussie holiday.

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Food & Wine

Top Towns for 2022: A mouthwatering journey in Margaret River

It might be a gateway to a majestic wine region, but it’s a worthy destination in its own right. Chloe Cann shares how to eat your way around Margaret River town to discover why Margaret River landed in at no.9 on your list of Top 50 Aussie towns.

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views of Orange Spring
Things to do

Top Towns for 2022: Insider tips to experiencing the best of Orange

Rockpool-trained chef Dom Aboud moved from Sydney to Orange in 2019 to head up The Union Bank restaurant. He serves up some suggestions for those visiting his hometown and some insights as to why Orange, NSW landed at no.8 on your list of Top 50 Aussie towns.

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colourful streets of Bright, Vic
Things to do

Top Towns for 2022: Escape to Bright’s laidback yet majestic sceneries

This historic town in Victoria’s high country might just take out the prize for Australia’s prettiest town, thinks Craig Tansley, but there’s plenty to do here besides leaf peeping. Discover why Bright landed at no.7 on your Top 50 Aussie towns list.

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surfing in Port Fairy
Travel guide

Top Towns for 2022: The top things to see and do in Port Fairy

Maritime history meets coastal cool at the old sealing and whaling village of Port Fairy, writes Jo Stewart. Discover why Port Fairy landed at no.6 on your list of Top 50 Aussie Towns list.

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kangaroos at Strike Mudgee
Travel guide

Top Towns for 2022: Beyond the world-class wineries in Mudgee

Much of the magic of Mudgee has to do with the fact it offers a proper escape to the country, with all the trimmings. Find out why Mudgee was named both NSW and Australia’s Top Tourism Town in 2022  - and came in at no.5 on your list of Top 50 Aussie Towns.

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view of Cairns from the Esplanade
Accommodation

Top Towns for 2022: How three lavish accommodations reinvented Cairns

With its trio of sustainable hotels and plethora of wining and dining options, Crystalbrook Collection is helping revitalise this perennially popular holiday spot.

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Four Mile Beach in Port Douglas
Travel guide

Top Towns for 2022: A quick escape to idyllic Port Douglas

A lure for sea-changers, holidaymakers and backpackers alike, this picturesque town in Tropical North Queensland holds timeless appeal that landed Port Douglas second on your list of Top 50 Aussie towns, writes former local Carla Grossetti. 

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scenic sea views at Noosa National Park
Noosa

Top Towns for 2022: Iconic sightseeing spots in Noosa

Noosa could be the perfect holiday destination. Christine Aldred tests it out quite often, just to make sure how Noosa made it to third of your list of Top 50 Aussie towns.

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Byfield National Park Yeppoon
Beach Holidays

Yeppoon, the magical seaside town you have to see now

As the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef, Yeppoon is a burgeoning destination in its own right, offering exceptional dining experiences, market and boutique shopping and a vibrant arts scene.

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Ever wished holidays came with less stress and more experiencing? With an AAT Kings guided holiday in Australia, there’s more connection, more immersion and more time for you.
Woke up to ocean views, chased waterfalls, cooked under the stars… now that’s a perfect weekend. All you need is the right van – and a sense of adventure.
We're swapping outback dust for green valleys as the Indian Pacific winds its way into the misty Blue Mountains. The final stretch takes us into Sydney, where the journey ends – but the memories last a lifetime.
Join the fabulous Shelita Buffet for a tour of Broken Hill, where history, art and drag come together for a one-of-a-kind outback adventure.
Wine country on the rails. The Indian Pacific slows down for a day of world-class vineyards and laid-back charm in the Barossa Valley.
From the goldfields of Kalgoorlie to the silence of the Nullarbor and the tiny ghost town of Cook, this is the wild heart of Australia.
Step aboard the Indian Pacific for an epic 4352km adventure to see Australia like never before.
From the red heart of the outback to lush Top End landscapes, The Ghan is slow travel at its finest – with gourmet dining, epic sunsets and pure adventure along the way.
These outback pubs are not just places to grab a cold beer; they’re the heartbeat of remote communities, brimming with history, character and some seriously memorable characters.
We're in the ultimate holiday limbo, just like this sleepy kangaroo at East Coast Natureworld. The ‘should I nap or party?’ dilemma hits hard. How are you spending this week?
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