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Amazing Whitehaven Beach in the Whitsunday Islands, Queensland, Australia

Apr 24, 202612 min read

12 of the Best Beaches in Australia

Swimming in the fairy pool in Albany, Western Australia. Elsalass/Shutterstock

Jan 24, 20269 min read

The 7 Best Places to Visit in Australia in Fall

Left: Sydney Rocks on Bondi Beach. GagliardiImages/Shutterstock; Right: CBD scenes near Mid Air Restaurant and Bar, Melbourne. Sarah Pannell for Lonely Planet

Jul 7, 20258 min read

Melbourne vs Sydney: Which Australian City Should You Visit?

Each of these beach towns has a tale to tell. wzlv/Shutterstock

Mar 7, 202510 min read

Best Beach Towns in Australia

You've heard of the Great Ocean Road, but did you know you can also walk this stunning Australian coastline? © Sarah Reid / Lonely Planet

May 29, 20249 min read

A Day Hiker’s Guide to Australia’s Great Ocean Walk

The Tweed in New South Wales is home to some of the most lush villages and beaches on the central coast © Getty Images

Feb 27, 20247 min read

Discover Where Locals Travel in Australia

A surfer atop the crest of a wave almost floats in the air; the wave, lit by a sun right on the horizon, is glowing green. The sky is a brilliant gold colour.

Apr 25, 20228 min read

Australia's 8 Best Surfing Spots from the Pacific to the Indian Ocean

People bathing at Josephine Falls, a tiered cascade waterfall on Josephine Creek located in the Far North region of Queensland

Feb 13, 20226 min read

Australia's Top 10 Places for Wild Swimming

Nude beach sign with blurred nudists on the beach in the background

Jan 17, 202210 min read

Australia's 7 Best Nudist Beaches

The Twelve Apostles

Nov 23, 20216 min read

Australia’s Great Ocean Road Is One of the World's Best Drives: Here Are the Best Detours

A sunny summer day in Australia

Sep 28, 20205 min read

The Best Things to Do in Australia in Summer

An open road along Australia's East Coast

Sep 24, 20207 min read

Unforgettable Road Trips on Australia’s East Coast

Unique aerial panorama of the famous Whitsunday Islands. 4FR / Getty Images

Mar 25, 20206 min read

The 10 Best Island Destinations in Australia

Oct 9, 20175 min read

10 Ways the Gold Coast Will Surprise You

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