Recently, I found myself in a hotel room listening to Spotify. I was shocked to discover that I was almost in tears. The right song always moves me. The music, however, was the Qantas soundtrack. It was these two 15-minute pieces of orchestral music that were heard by millions of travelers as they boarded and debarked Australia’s national …
The Scenic Rim is home to a place called the Lost World. For decades, it was the middle child, hiding behind the bright lights of Brisbane and the glittering Gold Coast. It is about 60 minutes drive south and inland. While no one was looking, a lot was going on behind the scenes. This kid blew …
The hooded Plover, bouncing and darting on its spindly, pink legs, scatters pebbles, seaweed, and other beach debris at the high tide mark of Johanna Beach. The decorations are unlikely to discourage birds of prey from attacking the nest or off-leash canines, humans, and other predators. Carl Gray, the area chief ranger of Colac Otway-Parks Victoria, …
Interest in traveling overseas has soared since the Australian government lifted its ban on Australians and permanent residents who are fully vaccinated from leaving Australia without an exemption on 1 November. Skyscanner commissioned a study in mid-November that found 44% of Australians are interested in traveling internationally within the next year. In November, the flight …
If state and territorial borders tighten up in response to Omicron, Australians who plan interstate travel during the Christmas period may have difficulty getting accommodation refunds or flight credits. Some airlines offer flexible refund options on all fares in anticipation of border changes. Other airlines, however, are less accommodating. Jetstar now charges some passengers to …
The rise in car rental prices has led to a reversal of holiday plans for summer road trips. Prices are now up to twice what they were before the pandemic. Rental prices have risen by hundreds of dollars per week due to the worldwide car shortage that is hitting both new and used car retailers. The most …
It’s finally holiday season, and if the borders allow, we may be able to get away to the countryside or the coast for some well-deserved rest. Two of the stylish travelers I know shared their advice on how to look good while traveling and take care of your clothes. Keep your pack neat. Lucy Folk, …
“You’re not a Milton local unless you have a band or raise chickens, and maintain your own vegetable patch,” says Katie Stidwill. The co-owner at the Whole Foods café Milk Haus is Katie Stidwill. It would be best if you also had a surfboard rack mounted on the roof of your car. Mollymook, Milton, and Ulladulla …
A romantic adventure can be found in trekking into a walk-in campground with your tent and food for a fire-cooked meal on your back. If you want intimacy and seclusion but prefer something a bit less rugged, accommodations in scenic areas can range from camping under the stars to luxury five-star hotels. We have searched the …
Charter boats must have a permit to allow people to snorkel and scuba dive with seals on Montague Island. The boats depart from Narooma. NSW Parks and Wildlife are responsible for the tours. Australian fur seals can be playful and curious. They are able to see as well on land as they can underwater. The male Australian fur …
