Family holidays
No theme parks, but Queensland’s other coast is just as great for a family escape
While the Gold Coast is renowned as a family holiday destination, Queensland’s other major holiday coast is also a great option for families – particularly those seeking a more low-key escape.
- Craig Platt
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As a ‘farm kid’, a journey to this part of Australia took me right back to my childhood
This stay on a working farm was nothing like my own experience, but the feelings were the same.
- Riley Wilson
- ★★★★
- Hotel reviews
Bargain resort has everything you need in a Bali break
The decor might be a bit dated, but there are multiple pools, great food and it’s only $162 a night.
- John Borthwick
Club Med isn’t what it used to be and Australians are loving it
After being taken over by a Chinese tourism firm in 2015, Club Med began moving away from its more basic roots of kids’ clubs and buffets.
- Julietta Jameson
- Opinion
- Australia
I relived my childhood with a simple Aussie beach holiday. Here’s what I found
Life is going to get expensive in Australia over the next year or so. All of a sudden the old-fashioned Aussie coastal holiday is looking really attractive.
- Ben Groundwater
- Opinion
- My happy place
A week in near-darkness became my daughter’s last true childhood holiday
It’s below freezing, the sun rises at about 11am and is gone at 1.30pm, but this remains one of my most cherished trips.
- Belinda Jackson
- ★★★★
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Ideal beach escape three hours from Sydney will suit all types
I’m not sure what Pebbly Beach cabin’s founder would make of the modern comfort, but she’d certainly approve of the set-up.
- Kerry van der Jagt
When it comes to convenient food and drink options, Japan is the king
Japan is justifiably regarded as a gourmet delight, but the country is also a world leader in culinary convenience, with the humble vending machine.
- Adam Cooper
Seventeen places that became hit tourist attractions by accident
Railway tracks, a convenience store and even a public toilet are some of the places that were never supposed to be on tourists’ radars, but now attract huge crowds.
- Ben Groundwater
- ★★★½
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After 26 years, Australians still flock to this sprawling Pacific island resort
Opened in 2000, this Fiji resort has always been a favourite with Australians, but it seems even more popular now.
- Craig Platt