Australian Holidays and Travel Guide

Kristie Lau-Adams

Travel Journalist

Kristie Lau-Adams is a Gold Coast-based freelance writer after working as a journalist and editorial director for almost 20 years across Australia's best-known media brands including The Sun-Herald, WHO and Woman's Day. She has spent significant time exploring the world with highlights including trekking Japan’s life-changing Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage and ziplining 140 metres above the vines of Mexico’s Puerto Villarta. She loves exploring her own backyard (quite literally, with her two young children who love bugs), but can also be found stalking remote corners globally for outstanding chilli margaritas and soul-stirring cultural experiences.

the accommodation interior with fireplace of Sierra Escape, Mudgee, NSW

Australia

The 10 cosiest winter towns you need to visit

Broaden your horizons beyond wine country (just slightly) to explore Australia’s most charming winter wonderlands.

Coffs Harbour

13 reliably good Coffs Harbour restaurants to dine at

The climate in Coffs Harbour and the bounty that it yields has led to some phenomenal food and drink experiences.

Coffs Harbour

These Coffs Harbour pubs are putting the coastal city on the map

From old-school pubs that deliver truckloads of charm to those modelled on the famed beer halls of Europe and others with family-friendly beer gardens by the sea, Coffs has a pub to suit.

Golden Dog Hotel in Orara Valley Coffs Coast

Coffs Harbour

8 little-known delights of the charming Orara Valley to discover

Swap breezy beaches for cosy countryside at the Coffs Coast’s hidden Orara Valley.

Coffs Harbour

7 hidden-gem villages and towns to explore on the Coffs Coast

Untapped foodie experiences and magical hinterland hamlets breathe new life into holidaying on NSW’s Coffs Coast.

an aerial view of Arro Jet on the Gold Coast, Qld

Australia

14 adrenaline rushes in Australia every thrill seeker needs to try

Whip up once-in-a-lifetime memories with the country’s best thrill-seeking adventures.

Aurora Australis in Lucky Bay, Esperance WA

Australia

The 21 best places for stargazing in Australia

Our most stellar natural lightshows are utterly enchanting – once you know where to find them.

Sydney

16 world-class art galleries in Sydney to get your culture fix at

Expand your mind and be inspired by the best art galleries Sydney has to offer.

Sydney

15 annual Sydney events not to be missed

Get your culture fix with our tried-and-tested guide to the best Sydney events.