Everywhere Else

It’s Flight Centre’s 40th birthday and they want to celebrate by shouting 40 holidays. 

Where heart-thumping adventure meets slow, sun-drenched relaxation, Lake Macquarie is the under-the-radar coastal destination that strikes the perfect balance. 

Everything you need to do, see, eat and drink in the Bundaberg region.

Need a relaxing holiday? We’ve all been subjected to plenty of ‘inside time lately’, and we don’t blame you if you’re sick of it. We’re itching for fresh air, sun, sand, stunning views, and most of all, a break from the crowds and concrete. 

New Zealand—home to endlessly picturesque scenery, Taika Waititi and accents often confused for our own. Also, one of Australia’s favourite holiday destinations, and with good reason. It’s been a hot minute since Queenslanders hopped on a plane and went on what felt like a proper holiday. But now, with the recently introduced quarantine-free travel bubble between Australia and New Zealand, that dream of safely getting on a plane and escaping the country is once again a reality. From Brisbane Airport, you can now fly internationally with confidence, without the hassle of hotel quarantine and with the knowledge that additional safety measures are in place for you and yours.

Only two-and-a-half hours from Sydney and a quick drive from the Newcastle Airport, Port Stephens is easy to get to and even easier to enjoy. Expect stunning landscapes, next-level experiences, and luxe relaxation hubs.

With a thriving underground nightlife scene, some of the best restaurants and wineries in Australia, and arts and culture to boot— you best believe our capital city is on the up and up.

Remote work is the perfect excuse to hit the road and explore the great outdoors, and for one lucky Aussie, Jeep is here to help make it happen.  

From hiking the Cradle Mountain Overland Track to cycling Tasmania’s East Coast, this is your chance to slow down and see this island state from a new perspective. You’ll feel the crunch of wilderness beneath your feet, breathe in the crisp sea air, and hike to misty mountaintops in what is a true bucket list-worthy experience. 

Imagine untouched wilderness, rugged terrain, tranquil waters and your wildest adventure yet, all waiting for you just a short flight away.

Boasting dramatic 'Grammable scenery at every turn, a plethora of beautiful natural wonders, as well as wellness and mouth-watering foodie experiences — a cheeky dozen Barilla Bay oysters and a glass of Arras, anyone? — Tasmania provides the perfect destination for a rejuvenating trip.

From lodges overlooking thousands of lakes to coastal hideaways nestled amongst the trees, here are the very best Tasmanian retreats that give new meaning to the word relax.

This year has been a wild ride and we’d be lying if we said the majority of our time in iso wasn’t spent daydreaming of sun-drenched seaside holidays, blissful road trips, and nights dining out with a cocktail in hand (we are so over banana bread). Well Queenslanders, the wait is officially over as we are finally allowed to hit the road.

This often overlooked part of Queensland is a paradise for the adventure traveller who likes to spend their days snorkelling above colourful coral gardens, skipping between white-sand isles and glamping beneath the stars in cattle country. One thing’s for sure, you’ll never be short of things to do in the captivating Capricorn Region.

Whether you're saddling up for a rodeo in Mount Isa or stargazing in Longreach and 4WDing through the red dusty sands of the Simpson Desert in the South West, it's about to get wild in the rugged outback. 

Ah, the Whitsundays. A land of soothing breezes, sprawling islands, and cocktails by the beach. Made up of 74 islands that are scattered amongst the crystal blue, tropical waters, there is plenty to explore off-land, not to mention the slew of thriving restaurants and watering holes that will complete your day once you dock for the evening. 

Boasting a 100 kilometre stretch of pristine coastline, luxury boutiques, sophisticated beach resorts, picturesque hinterland and the volcanic peaks of the Glasshouse Mountains, if you're yet to experience the wonder of the Sunshine Coast, now is absolutely the time. 

There is no coastal Queensland town more laid back than sunny Townsville. To be fair, if we lived in a spot surrounded by pristine rainforest, gorgeous bays and beaches as far as the eye could see, we’d probably be pretty relaxed too.

The Gold Coast is fast becoming the place to be for our enviable lifestyle and booming foodie scene. Thousands of tourists flock to the Gold Coast every year, so what better excuse do you need to book a getaway now that we've got the whole place to ourselves? We'll see you there. 

Looking for something a little different to your basic coastal Queensland road trip? Head inland and start exploring everything the Southern Queensland Country has to offer. 

You probably know the region for its namesake, World-Heritage listed Fraser Island. While the island is undoubtedly phenomenal, and a must-do for any self-respecting Australian, there’s plenty more to keep you entertained in the area if you’re willing to look for it. 

Whether you’re heading north on an epic coastal Queensland road trip or you’re looking for a chilled spot to relax on the beach, make sure you check out the Mackay Region. Overflowing with stunning natural features and wildlife, Mackay is the perfect spot for a relaxing, much-needed retreat.

It's time to get out of the house and explore all our favourite bars and restaurants officially re-opening, and hotels accepting bookings once again because Brisbane is fast coming back to life. 

Leave the bright lights of the city behind and prepare to unwind, we’re heading deep into the heart of Queensland’s stunning Southern Downs and Granite Belt.

There aren’t many spots on this planet where you can hike through lush, tropical rainforest in the morning and swim with whales in the afternoon, grabbing an award-winning lunch on your way.

When road tripping through Tasmania, every route is a scenic route. And even though you need to fly there first, renting a car and driving across this exceptionally beautiful state has never been more worth it—especially during the cooler months when the landscape comes alive with vivid colours.

From hidden speakeasies to secret swimming holes and neon lighthouses, we’re bringing you all the under-the-radar experiences you need to hit up before they flood your feed.

From sun-drenched seaside towns to the idyllic countryside and islands dedicated entirely to wine, these five dreamy destinations are your answer to beating burnout. 

Sitting at the world’s edge, as far south as you can go before hitting Antarctica, lies a small but bountiful isle. Where lush rainforests intersect with white-sand beaches and snow-capped mountains meet platypus-inhabited rivers, Tasmania is quintessentially Australian—but with a twist. 

Getting off the beaten track is the best way to holiday, and we can’t think of a place that makes it more convenient than Japan.

One of the world’s great food cities, Hong Kong is a cultural whiplash when it comes to culinary offerings. There’s the traditional: epic yum cha, elaborate banquets. The weird: Spam sandwiches, snake soup. And the wonderful: pineapple buns, culinary festivals.

Everyone’s favourite label-less label MUJI has just opened its first domestic hotel, and they’re doing things a little differently.

teamLab gave us Borderless in Tokyo and The Universe Of Water Particles in Shanghai, and now they’ve decided to bless the world with Forest Of Life & Future Park in Guangzhou, China. It’s opening at the end of this month, so get excited.

In a world first, everyone's favourite board game is being brought to life in Hong Kong later this year.

If you’re feeling a bit wary about travelling solo, Tokyo is the perfect place to dip your toes in the water. It’s one of the safest places you can travel and there is so much to do you won’t even notice you’re on your own. And then there’s the plethora of micro-restaurants and bars you’ll be able to experience which just isn’t possible when you’re travelling in a bigger group. If you’re not convinced yet, here are 8 things to do in Tokyo if you’re travelling solo.

Have you ever wanted to jump into The Little Mermaid and witness the underwater world full of magic for yourself? Well, now you can stop imagining, book flights to Shanghai and make your dreams come true.

It’s pitch black, I’m buck naked, and those monkeys sound awfully close. Are they laughing at me? Possibly. Probably. But it’s still totally worth it. I mean, how often do you get to indulge in an al fresco bath under the stars in the middle of an African game reserve? It’s a lavish scene and one I never imagined experiencing. Likewise the twice-a-day game drives. From the cushioned comfort of an open-air Land Rover (fully clothed this time), we duck and weave through the rocky savannah on the trail of the Big, not to mention beautiful, 5. This is bucket list stuff. Don’t believe me? Here are a Big 5 additional reasons to tick your safari box post haste.

Located just 20 minutes north of Quebec’s city centre, the Hotel de Glace is one of the latest reasons why you need to visit Canada. 

Held in jaw-dropping locations all around the world, wellness festivals bring together like-minded people, promoting holistic, mindful living. 

A lot of people travel to Nepal alone. It’s probably got something to do with Finding Yourself. Finding Yourself tends to be a solo activity, and Nepal offers single travellers the ultimate combination; reasonably safe streets, cheap dumplings and an excuse to shop at North Face. More importantly, it has that vaguely spiritual, Eat Pray Love-ish vibe, without which it’s not a proper journey of self-discovery at all, just self-indulgent travel therapy. 

Move over Disneyland, the world’s first rollercoaster is coming to an ocean near you in 2020.

We probably could have called this article ‘Neighbourhoods To Check Out In Tokyo That Aren’t Shinjuku, Ginza, ShibuyaOr Roppongi’, because 99% of travellers are going to hit all of those multiple times. And there’s nothing wrong with that—there’s a reason Shinjuku and Shibuya draw millions of selfie-stick wielding visitors every year. They’re amazing. But if it’s your second or third time in Tokyo, or you just want to branch out and see something beyond the well-trodden tourist routes, try these on for size.  

It’s common knowledge that Japan is the coolest place on the earth—think robot restaurants, cherry blossoms, Harajuku and the birthplace of ramen.

While Beijing remains somewhat elusive as a travel destination—a sprawling metropolis packing in 21million people isn’t necessarily your first thought when planning an escape on what minimal annual leave you might have—it’s got much more to offer than people often perceive. Here are 11 reasons to visit Beijing.

Got a spare $50,000 lying around? Well jump online and book your stay at the world’s first underwater villa in the Maldives!

No expense has been spared because #memories.

The South Korean island of Jeju (Jeju-do in Korean) is practically made for travellers. Not only does it boast some of the freshest seafood around (gathered by legit mermaids, more on that later) but it also has hikes aplenty to help burn off any guilt from say, that third helping of mackerel at lunch.

Yup, you can get paid to read books while living the high life at a desert island resort, what more could you as more?

Only like three of which are NSFW.

Japan is one of our favourite places on earth. Fact. So, when we found out there’s a festival going down that has the potential to snatch the crown from our festival right off Coachella. If you’ve been to Japan before, chances are you done all of the usual tourist offenders, so use this occasion as the perfect excuse to discover Gion, a tiny pocket of history just outside Kyoto.

Is it just us or do the summer holidays feel like a distant memory? With winter fast approaching, what we (and you!) really want need is a holiday to look forward to.

because LBH the only reason we travel are for the buffet breakfasts

Hands up who’s dreaming of a European summer?! A yiros in the Greek Islands after a day of island hopping, getting lost in the back streets of Paris, an Aperol Spritz on a balmy Italian afternoon—there’s just that pesky two-day travel time in getting there. Eugh.