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Travelling with another family has so many perks that can make your trip easier and more enjoyable. Double the family means double the fun, right? If you’re friends with a family you think would be great to holiday with (you know: one with kids a similar age to yours who you’ve had successful play dates …

It’s hard not to daydream about summer right now, but some of us are doing more than dreaming. Many Aussie travellers are already booking their 2022-2023 summer getaways! We think they’re onto something – and Wotif hotel expert Amanda Egan tells us why. 1. More options Summer is one of the most in-demand times of …

There’s an app for everything these days, and many of them make life so much easier – especially on holiday. Here are 12 of our favourites. 1. Petrol Spy iPhone and Android There’s something special about Aussie road trips – and the great news is they don’t have to break the bank. Just download a …

Hitting the road with teenagers can be challenging at the best of times but there’s no reason to stress with these 10 tried and tested travel tips. 1. Brainstorm your trip A good trip starts long before you hit the road. Get your teenagers together and have a brainstorming session about where they want to …

Holidays have really taken a hit over the last couple of years. Plans to visit family were rescheduled, girls’ weekends were postponed and last-minute long weekends were left so late they were forgotten entirely! We’ve missed so many good excuses to have a holiday, but now’s the time to make up for them all. Here …

Think you need to break the bank to make the most of Sydney? Think again! We’ve found 17 of the best cheap and free things to do in the Harbour City. Have a squiz! 1. Ride the Manly Ferry The Manly Ferry is iconic and the 30-minute journey from Circular Quay to Manly Cove is …

Australia is home to some epic road trips. Some span the country, while others are in your own backyard. But no matter whether you’re going near or far, there’s no denying the benefit of a little preparation and planning. Here’s our ultimate to-do list for your next great Aussie drive. 1. Download some maps Mobile …

I nearly burst with excitement every time I pack for a holiday, but I can never escape the fear that I’m forgetting something. Did I pack my swimwear? What about my thongs? And where on earth did I put my charger? But over time, I’ve perfected my ultimate Aussie travel checklist with some underrated items …

You don’t have to tell me how blissful the act of heading off on a holiday is. You know what can be just as great, though? Planning a holiday. Yep, the simple act of organising and anticipating your trip can be just as fun as taking it 🌴 And bonus—it gives you something extra to …

There are some things I won’t cut corners on, but when it comes to the business of travel when time, budget and enjoyment levels are on the line, I’m more than happy to have a few short cuts up my sleeve to make the experience as awesome as possible. If you share a passion for …