The first breaths of September transform Australia’s frosty mountains, gnarled saplings and even desert plains into kaleidoscopes of brilliant colour. Join the celebration of our nation’s unrivalled biodiversity, and feast your eyes on the blossoming beauty of Australian springtime at these must-visit flower destinations and festivals. FLORIADE, AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY The crowd-pulling festival Floriade is … Continued
It’s no secret that the Northern Territory is home to some of Australia’s most stunning and diverse landscapes and natural wonders. This spring, let the Nature’s Way self-drive loop guide you through this part of Australia. DARWIN TO JABIRU, KAKADU NATIONAL PARK To begin your journey, head south from Darwin on the Stuart Highway for … Continued
Some travellers can’t shake the idea that the outback suffers from a dearth of tasty treats fit for the discerning foodie; but those travellers have not undertaken the Explorer’s Way touring route, where sumptuous flavours and bespoke dining experiences beckon around every corner. CLARE VALLEY As one of South Australia’s most celebrated wine regions, it … Continued
Tasmania offers some of Australia’s most impressive natural sights all year round, but its landscapes reach stunning new heights in spring. Get ready to feast your senses on the island state’s abounding treasures of the season. LAVENDER FIELDS, TASMANIA As spring sweeps across Tasmania’s impossibly picturesque lavender fields, delicate buds greet the warmer weather. The … Continued
What better time to stargaze than while road tripping through Australia’s glorious outback? Once you spend a night or two basking in the stillness of the night and waiting for that shooting star to cross the sky, you’ll feel more relaxed than ever. What to look for While following the Capricorn Way, it would be … Continued
Head into the outback of New South Wales to find charming bush towns in vibrant communities. Enjoy stunning sunset views, rich heritage and having nothing but the sky and the boughs of a coolibah above your head. Lightning Ridge to Bourke From Lightning Ridge, New South Wales’s famous opal fields are virtually on your doorstep! … Continued
Down south, the Golden Outback’s iconic white sands, aqua waters and rugged shores make for a heavenly seaside adventure. This corner of the Golden Outback is blessed with some of the world’s most sublime beaches, eclectic marine life and untouched islands; and vast, endlessly promising outback in the other. Esperance A seven-and-a-half-hour drive from Perth, … Continued
As winter melts into spring, the idyllic towns of regional Victoria blossom, along with their wildflowers and wattles. Enjoy flourishing local culture and gold rush relics against a backdrop of lush lawns, native flora, lakes, wetlands and wildlife. Bendigo Half an hour north of Maldon, Bendigo is as rich in charm as it is in … Continued
Heading out for a trip into the wilderness and roughing it with no power? Here’s how to plan carefully and install a reliable off-grid power set-up. Knowing your power needs The first step to setting up your caravan for an off-grid getaway is to figure out how much power you need. If you haven’t taken … Continued
Today, Victoria’s once-prosperous goldfields bear riches of a very different nature. Expect splendid Georgian and Victorian architecture, history by the bucketful, and some of the state’s most sought-after gourmet goodies and boutique wines, all in the heart of Victoria’s rugged bushland. Ballarat An hour and a half’s drive from Melbourne, the streets of Ballarat epitomise … Continued