Travel guides for Australians

Bendigo weekend guide: a two day plan with the Art Gallery, Central Deborah Gold Mine, heritage trams, gardens and food, plus how to get there from Melbourne.

Port Stephens day trip guide: how to fit a dolphin cruise and Stockton Bight sandboarding into one day from Sydney, with permit rules and timing.

Outback stargazing guide: dark sky spots at Warrumbungle and Charleville, how the moon changes the view, and simple tips for a cold, clear night.

Mungo National Park guide: how to get there from Mildura, road conditions, the Walls of China guided tour, fees and what to pack for an outback trip.

SmartGate Australia explained: who can use the arrivals gates, the two steps at the kiosk and gate, and what to do if the gate stays shut.

Osaka Expo 2025 guide: ticket prices in yen, how to book your entry date and pavilion slots, and tips for getting to the Yumeshima site by train or bus.

Plan a Rainbow Beach day trip: Carlo Sandblow walk, Coloured Sands, Inskip Point, beach driving permits, tide rules and a simple day plan from Brisbane.

Newcastle weekend guide: a two day plan for the Bathers Way, Nobbys Head, Merewether and the best food areas, plus how to get there.

Heatwave travel plans made simple: how to read Bureau of Meteorology heatwave warnings and shift activities, driving and bookings around extreme heat.

Boxing Day Test at the MCG starts 26 December 2024. How tickets work through Ticketek, where to sit, and the trains and trams that reach the ground.

Low cost airline fares often leave out bags, seats, meals and changes. Use this checklist to see what a base fare covers and what the total price must show.

Great Barrier Reef liveaboard trips explained: cabin types, a sample day, dive rules, medical checks and what 2 to 4 days on the outer reef cost in time and money.

eSIM for travel explained: how an eSIM works, which phones support it, and how it differs from roaming and a local SIM.

Platypus spotting in Australia is best at dawn and dusk, on calm water. Where to look from Eungella to Tasmania, and how to watch without scaring them.

Katherine Gorge boat trip guide: the 2 hour two gorge cruise, the 4 hour three gorge tour, sunset dinner cruise, walks and the dry season timing.

Dark Mofo Hobart runs 13 to 23 June 2024: what is on, how tickets and the Winter Feast work, and how to plan your Hobart stay.

Winter sun holidays in Australia compared: Cairns, Darwin and Broome in the dry season, with Bureau of Meteorology July highs, nights and rainfall.

Bright autumn colours peak around late April in Victoria's High Country. See where to look, when to go, easy walks, and how the 2024 festival fits in.

Car hire excess insurance explained: what the excess is, rental company cover versus standalone cover, and the fine print to read before you pay.

Tet holiday travel in Vietnam runs 8 to 14 February 2024. See what closes, how flights and trains fill up, and how to plan around the break.

Australian open travel guide for Melbourne Park in January 2024: ground pass or show court, where to stay, and how trams and myki work.

Moreton Island day trip guide: ferry options from Brisbane, how permits work, the Tangalooma Wrecks, the dunes and the dolphin feeding, with 2023 details.

Albany Western Australia trip guide: Perth to Albany is 421 km, plus the National Anzac Centre, Torndirrup coast, whale season and a two day plan.

Bringing food into Australia? Declare it on your Incoming Passenger Card or bin it. See what is allowed, what is risky and what happens if you skip it.

Noosa Everglades day trip guide: compare a guided boat cruise with a paddle on the Upper Noosa River, the distances, launch points and tips for a calm crossing.

Hot air balloon flights in Australia: what to check on weather cancellations, group size, sunrise timing and operator licensing before you book.

Queenstown winter trip from Australia: flights, three ski fields, night skiing, non-ski days and school holiday dates for planning a July 2023 break.

A Pinnacles desert day trip from Perth: about 200 km each way, $15 per vehicle at Nambung National Park, and a simple plan for the day.

Hawaii holiday for Australians: which island suits which trip, flights from Sydney and Melbourne, and the ESTA entry rule for Australian passport holders.

Cooktown road trip guide: the 4WD Bloomfield Track from Cape Tribulation or the sealed Mulligan Highway inland. Distances, road types and how to choose.