With the relaxed holiday vibes of the festive season now a sweet but distant memory, it's high time you start planning your next vacay. But if you (like us) overindulged the last few months, you might be low on cash, and time, to organise an overseas sojourn. That's why we've sussed out the very best OS adventures with Webjet that won't break the bank.
We're talking culinary excursions around Singapore and Tokyo, soaking up breathtaking nature in Queenstown, island hopping in Thailand and sipping cocktails poolside in Bali—all for under $2,000*. The best bit? When you check out with Zip—our fave BNPL provider offering interest-free terms—you can pay for the whole thing upfront, and spread out the costs of your holiday over time*.
What are you waiting for? Book in that annual leave and let the vacay vibes roll.
Denpasar
For a holiday that caters to literally every type of traveller, you simply can't go wrong with a getaway to Bali. Think: vibing beach clubs, indulgent, cut price spa treatments and endless outdoor adventures.
Go Luxe
Treat yourself to a getaway in the heart of Bali at Swiss-Belresort Watu Jimbar in Sanur—a gem of a spot that blends tradition with modern luxuries for the perfect Bali escape. From $1351* per person you'll score return flights from Brisbane, plus seven blissful nights of accommodation, including brekky. Soak away your stresses in the resort's lagoon pool, sip cocktails a cabana, fill your tum with modern Asian eats at the onsite restaurant, unwind with a dreamy massage at the hotel spa and round out your day with a beach stroll or evening shopping spree with boutiques on your doorstep. Check out this awesome package here.
Beachfront Bliss
Want to wake up to the sound of the ocean? Smell the sea air and start your day with white sand between your toes at Inna Sindu Beach Hotel & Resort. From $1076* per person, snag return flights from Perth, plus seven nights accommodation including a daily brekky buffet. Just a 20-minute drive from the airport and five minutes from vibing Denpasar centre, this is the perfect spot to unwind by day (sun lounges and cocktails on the sand, a game or two of beach volleyball, followed by dips in the resort pool) and party by night—we're talking stumbling distance to faves like Shotgun Social Bali and the Sindhu Night Market. Check out this incredible package here.
Group Getaway
If you're planning a group getaway, then a stay at Sanur Art Villas is where you'll want to set up with your crew for a memory-making holiday that won't break the bank. Sydney-siders can fly return to Denpasar and stay here for seven nights from $1135* per person. That will score you a two-bedroom villa with a private pool and full kitchen. You'll also get free parking and daily brekky to start the day right. They also have a free beach shuttle and you can rent bikes for a couple of bucks to explore the nearby village. Scope out this impressive package here.
Phuket
Thailand's largest island is a dreamy blend of postcard-perfect beaches and towering limestone cliffs that fringe sparkling blue water. And yes, it's your next holiday destination.
Cliffside Escape
Zen out with a dreamy stay at the Baan Yuree Resort & Spa nestled in a tranquil hilltop overlooking the Patong town centre and the beautiful Andaman Sea. Spend your time floating in the split-level pool that wraps around the entire resort – just be sure to make a pit stop at the sunken pool bar for a cocktail and snack. Unwind with a massage at the resort spa and grab a hearty meal at Nok Yoong – the tasty onsite restaurant. When you're ready for a change of scenery, jump on the free shuttle which will take you to Patong Beach for people-watching, ocean swims and shopping. Fly return from Sydney and stay five nights at this slice of paradise in a deluxe poolside room with daily brekky from $1311* per person. Check it out here.
Ultimate Work-From-Holiday
Who said island holidays can't be chic as hell! A stay at the Blu Monkey Hub & Hotel Phuket will have you thinking you're in Europe. With stunning monochrome architecture and luxe furnishings this urban retreat is perfect for those wanting to WFH while on holiday – you know, extend that annual leave – thanks to comfy workspaces, a meeting room, super fast wifi and healthy brekky daily. Plus there's a gym and pool. Located in the heart of town with restaurants, shops and activities just metres away, this spot is hard to beat. From $96* per person, grab return flights from Melbourne and five nights in a deluxe room with outdoor tub and free access to the 24-hour co-working space. Check out this awesome package here.
Queenstown
The jewel in New Zealand’s crown, Queenstown is the ultimate getaway for travellers seeking jaw-dropping natural beauty on their doorstep.
A Lakeside Retreat
Nestled on the shores of New Zealand's stunning Lake Wakatipu, if you want to be close to the action without being in the thick of it, a stay at Rydges Queenstown is a must. Stretch your legs each morning with a stroll around the lake, and head into town (a picturesque five minute walk) to eat your way around Queenstown's burgeoning culinary scene. Prefer to stay in? The Rydges is a foodie's nirvana with their signature restaurant Bazaar overlooking The Remarkables, serving dishes from around the world. Sip a glass of local vino at cosy onsite eatery Lil Red, and let the cocktails flow at Reds Bar. Sound like your kind of holiday? Grab a junior suite here for five nights, plus return flights from Brisbane, from just $1300* per person. Check it out here.
A Nature-Filled Escape
After a holiday that will make ALL of your mates jealous? Check into Kamana Lakehouse for a truly dreamy stay. Just a minute’s drive from from the centre of town, and a minute's walk from two of New Zealand's most famous and beautiful walking tracks, you can immerse yourself in luxury and nature at Kamana. There are three private soaking hot tubs overlooking mountain ranges for you to enjoy, before retreating to your beautifully designed digs for the night. Just make sure you book a dinner at onsite eatery Nest, which uses locally foraged ingredients. From $1,177* per person you can soak up the action of your own mini ski season, including return flights from Melbourne. Honestly, it would be rude not to. Check out this impressive package here.
Boutique Getaway
Wake up in the heart of Queenstown with a boutique, luxe stay at The Central by Naumi Hotels. Moody and jewel-toned, the rooms are cosy and chic with plush furnishings that will make it hard to leave, but with Queenstown's postcard-perfect sites and vibrant nightlife on your doorstep this gem offers the best of both worlds. Just be sure to head back to the hotel from 5-6pm when they host happy hour, slinging free tipples from the lounge. And did we mention the always free, and fully stocked Kiwiana Sweet Station? Fly return from Perth, plus five nights of accommodation (with free brekky) from $1581* per person. Check it out here.
Singapore
A melting pot of culture, opulence, culinary delights, shopping and art, a trip to Singapore is an absolute must on your 2024 travel bucket list - and with these epic deals you can make it a reality.
A Budget-Conscious Vacay
Save your coin for Singapore’s incredible food and drink scene with a stay at Circular House. The capsule hotel offers clean, modern, compact spaces to rest your head without savaging your bank balance. There’s luggage storage, and a communal chill-out room to unwind in, so you won’t feel cramped. It’s also located perfectly, nestled right in the city centre, close to Chinatown, the National Gallery and Sri Mariamman Temple. Stay seven nights here in a private queen room (with free brekky) plus return flights from Sydney from $1000* per person. Check out this awesome package here.
Shop ‘Til You Drop
Singapore is a shopping mecca so where better spot to base yourself than YOTEL Singapore Orchard Road? Located just 270 metres from Orchard MRT Station, 300 metres from DFS Galleria and 400 metres from Lucky Plaza, you’re spoilt for choice when it comes to shopping expeditions. Post spree, retreat to your spacious modern room with all the mod cons, cool off in the outdoor pool and indulge in dinner and drinks at the onsite restaurant and bar. Sound like your kind of holiday? Snag return flights from Melbourne, plus seven nights at YOTEL Singapore from $1596* per person. Check it out here.
Tokyo
If you’ve been pouring over travel reels of Tokyo for months now… same! Jet to Japan’s bustling capital for a vacay filled with the best ramen you’ll ever devour, bar-hopping, and amazing architecture.
A Neon-Soaked Getaway
Base yourself in the buzzing precinct of Shinjuku - home to neon-soaked shopping precincts, laneways lined with ramen stands and endless bars. Where to rest your head? Check into Shinjuku Washington Hotel, the sleek building has three onsite restaurants to eat your way through and neighbours the Shinjuku JR Train Station, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Buildings and Shinjuku Gyoen Park. Fly return from Brisbane and stay for five nights from just $1500* per person. Scope it out here.
Dial Up The Romance
Ideal for a couples’ retreat, check into Daiichi Hotel Tokyo for spacious modern rooms, in-house massages and a sauna, plus an indoor pool and 10 dining options all found in an incredible, central location. Just a five-minute stroll from Ginza and two minutes from JR Shimbashi Station, this spot is perfect for exploring the culture-seeped streets of Tokyo. Stay for five nights (plus brekky), and score return flights from Sydney for just $1900* per person. Check out this incredible package here.
Stay Up In The Clouds
Prepare for jaw-dropping views of the city to Tokyo Bay when staying at Mitsui Garden Hotel Ginza. Located sky-high with all rooms above the 16th floor of the building, wake up and fall asleep to the neon lights of the glittering city in your spacious, modern room. Just a four-minute trot from Shinbashi Station and eight minutes to the famous Tsukjii Fish Market, these digs can’t be beaten for a truly epic Tokyo getaway. Fly return from Perth and stay five nights from just $1900* per person. Check it out here.
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