Australia
Travel to Australia for a holiday or city break
People often say Australia is where the sun always shines, but last time my friend went, he spent four days under an umbrella shaped like a platypus. The land stretches out forever, and if you drive for a bit too long, your GPS might start speaking in riddles. Kangaroos sometimes cross the road like they're late for a meeting, and the coffee here has a way of making you question your loyalty to your old barista. The best hotel in Australia could have a view of the Opera House or a view of nothing but red dust and stars, depending on which way the wind blows and how lost you get. You might even find a lizard sunbathing on your suitcase, which is more welcoming than it sounds.
Local weather in Australia
Spring
mild & temperate
Summer
warm & sunny
Autumn
mild & temperate
Winter
cool
Top destinations in Australia
South Brisbane
Hobart
Tamworth
Best places to visit in Australia
These popular destinations have a lot to offer for you next holiday or city break.
Travel destination popular things to do or visit in Australia
Australia pulls you in with its miles of coastline, where surfers bob on the waves like corks and seagulls have mastered the art of sandwich theft. Some travelers go for the Great Barrier Reef, which looks like a spilled painter's palette from above, although snorkeling with fish that eye you suspiciously can be a real hoot. Sydney's iconic bridge sometimes gets more photos than the people crossing it, and there's a rumor that if you squint just right, you can spot a koala holding a selfie stick in the eucalyptus trees.
The best hotel in Australia usually sits within a stone’s throw of the action, though 'action' might mean a festival, a kangaroo boxing match, or a very slow-moving parade of penguins. If you find yourself in Melbourne, you might spend a week just trying to choose a brunch spot, and end up at a place that serves toast with vegemite and existential advice. Some say the outback is empty, but I once met a guy who spent four days there and came back with a sunburn and a new appreciation for silence, plus a fly in his soup. Don't forget, left is right and right is wrong when you drive here, unless you want to meet a very confused traffic cop.
Accommodations in Australia
Discover the best accommodations for Australia and start planning your holiday.
