Travel guides 2019

Stinger season in Queensland runs November to May in the tropical north. Learn what nets stop, what they miss, and how to swim safely.

Black Friday travel deals can save money, but check fare rules, taxes and cancellation terms first. Here is how to judge a real saving.

Driving in New Zealand as an Australian: the 12 month licence rule, keeping left, give way changes, speed limits, one-lane bridges and safety basics.

Bali visa on arrival for Australians: it costs US$35, lasts 30 days and can be extended once. Here are the passport rules and the steps.

Australia zoo visit planner for Beerwah: ticket prices, opening hours, the daily show times and how to get there from Brisbane or the Sunshine Coast.

Perth to Broome drive guide: about 2,200 km on the Great Northern Highway, fuel gaps, stops and the dry season months from April to November.

Japan Rail Pass guide for Australians: 2019 yen prices for 7, 14 and 21 days, what it covers, how to buy it before you fly, and when it pays off.

Uluru climb closing on 26 October 2019: why the park board voted, what changes for visitors, and what to do at the rock instead of climbing.

Sydney to Brisbane drive guide: about 910 km on the Pacific Highway, one long day or two easy ones, and the best overnight stops along the way.

Plan a Kiama day trip from Sydney: the road south via Lawrence Hargrave Drive, the blowhole, Gerringong and Kangaroo Valley, with drive times and a simple plan.

Mon Repos turtle watching near Bundaberg: nesting runs November to January, hatching January to March. Tour times, ticket prices and rules.

Sri Lanka trip for Australians: how the ETA works, what it costs, and a two-week route of hill country, train and coast.