Blue skies at Elizabeth Quay, Perth.

Five underrated aspects of travelling in Australia

Yeah, Australia’s got the beaches, the reef, the Outback and the wine regions. But there’s plenty that people don’t tend to expect. The light Australia has the reputation of being sunny, but it’s not just the warmth that counts – it’s the brightness. The vividness…
Emirates plane.

Which Australian cities does Emirates fly to?

Emirates flies direct from Dubai to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide – with connections from several European cities. Flights to Australia from Europe For travellers from Europe, the three large gulf airlines are often the best and cheapest options for flying to Australia. This…

Wilpena Pound (Ikara), South Australia: Guide for first time visitors

This guide to Wilpena Pound (Ikara) in outback South Australia gives you the key facts: opening hours, park pass prices, how to get there by car, the best walks, road conditions, accessibility, and the best times to visit so your experience goes smoothly. What is Wilpena Pound? Wilpena Pound — known as Ikara (meaning "meeting place") in…
Stalls at the Eumundi Markets, Queensland.

Is Eumundi Markets better to visit on Wednesday or Saturday?

Go to the Eumundi Markets on Saturday for more stalls and bigger atmosphere. Choose Wednesday for smaller crowds and easier parking. Want to skip the explanation? Then book a Eumundi Markets transfer from Noosa or Mooloolaba here. Or a Sunshine Coast day tour from Brisbane,…
A kangaroo on the beach at Cape Hillsborough, Queensland.

8 extraordinary beaches in Australasia

From pink or black sand to wildlife on the beach and incredible surf, these are eight of the most incredible beaches in Australasia. Cape Hillsborough, Australia Hefty Queensland tides change the look every few hours, covering and uncovering a causeway leading out to an island…
The Giant Ned Kelly in Glenrowan, Victoria.

On the Ned Kelly trail in Victoria’s High Country

Explore the Ned Kelly trail in Victoria's High Country, visiting historical sites like the Beechworth courthouse and the infamous siege location of Glenrowan. The Stringybark Creek campground in the Wombat Ranges It is fitting that the crucial twist in the most Australian of stories took…