Saving the environment simply by drinking a beer sounds too good to be true, but thanks to The Good Beer Co. it’s now become a reality. There’s nothing more Australian than drinking a beer to save the Great Barrier Reef but it’s now official – the Great Barrier Beer is a thing and it’s going to help save the reef. The new tasty Indian pale ale has pledged to donate 50 per cent of all profits to the Australian Marine Conservation Society – cheers to that!
Read morePacking your suitcase for your holiday feels like a crucial point – you don’t want to forget anything! You start to think about all the ‘what ifs’ and ‘just in cases’ you might encounter on your trip and before you know it, half your wardrobe and a quarter of your dresser are bulging from the seams of your suitcase. But before you climb on top and start jumping up and down to get it closed, have a look at some of these clever strategies for saving space, packing light and arriving at your destination wrinkle-free and ready for anything.
Read moreSome people are born with the gypsy gene, never spending too long in the one place and spending their lives looking for new places and experiences. Others spend all year planning a grand annual family holiday and some just like to enjoy quick weekend getaways or an extra few days here and there exploring somewhere new tacked onto the end of a business trip. Regardless of your travel style, there are so many reasons to go somewhere new and experience somewhere different. Here are just 10 reasons why you need to travel more.
Read moreAustralia and New Zealand have always had a long-standing rivalry. From claiming the credit for many of each other's famous exports (think Russell Crowe and the Pavlova) to beating the pants off each other in sport, Australia and New Zealand frequently go head to head. When it comes to ski holidays, Australia does offer some you beaut ski fields, but the ski options in Queenstown are choice as bro.
Read moreWhile Hawaii’s ancient Polynesian culture, majestic landscapes, idyllic beaches and fantastic surfing are all great reasons to visit this island paradise, there is also a calendar of annual events that draw people to the shores of Hawaii year after year. An important part of island life, there are a variety of Hawaii events held every month, celebrating everything from national holidays to traditional culture, sporting prowess and everything in between. We’ve put together a list of the top 5 events in Hawaii to keep an eye out for on your next visit.
Read moreAustralian yachting and winemaking great Bob Oatley has died aged 87. A pioneer in Hunter Valley winemaking, Oatley was a successful businessman who laid the foundations for Oatley Wines, a global empire. The family business continued to diversify in 2003 with the acquisition of Hamilton Island resort. Adding tourism to his long list of accomplishments, Oatley’s vision turned Hamilton around and attracted accolades and celebrity endorsements.
Read moreAre you an aviation geek? Or perhaps you just like to know more about the big metal tube that will be hovering you thousands of feet above the earth? Whether it’s a passing interest or more of an obsession, the forces that surround modern day flight are often mystifying. However dig a little deeper and you’ll find some rather fascinating facts on some of the most popular air travel and aircraft.
Read moreSo you've got the back to work blues? You made it through the craziness of Christmas and New Year's and you're just barley holding on through the school holidays. The good news is that Australia Day is just around the corner! The upcoming Australia Day public holiday is a chance for some time off work and falling on a Tuesday this year, the Monday is looking very popular for chucking a sickie and extending your day off into an extra long weekend.
Read moreChristmas and New Year’s celebrations are just days away, which means roads and airports will be packed. Despite Christmas being a time traditionally spent eating, drinking and being merry with family, it’s also a very popular time for travel thanks to the combination of school holidays and public holidays. While you may be expecting bedlam on the roads and at the airport, don’t lose your Christmas cheer just yet – the forecast isn’t looking quite so dire for the Christmas holidays.
Read moreA recent study by TripAdvisor has revealed that Australians are set to spend more money on travel in the coming year than any other nationality in the world. Whilst it's no secret that Aussies love to travel, the study of 44,000 travellers has provided proof. In fact, average Australian holiday budgets are more than double the average annual spend globally.
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