Camels, Caves, Crocs – a Top End Adventure
They call it the last frontier. Australia’s Top End – across Northern Territory and into northern Western Australia – is chock full of epic scenery… pioneer history… and plenty of adventure. Unlike the early explorers, you don’t need a camel to unlock this remote wilderness wonderland. What you do need is a big, gold […]
River Cruising on the Mighty Mekong: An Unforgettable Adventure with Imagine Holidays
Are you craving an adventure that blends discovery with relaxation, where every detail is meticulously taken care of? Imagine Holidays offers just that with their all-inclusive Mekong River Cruise through Cambodia and Vietnam. Recently, WEEKENDER had the opportunity to experience a snippet of this incredible journey, embarking on a 3-day excursion aboard the Lotus Cruises […]
Tropical North Queensland EV Road Trip!
Tropical North Queensland is a magical part of our state that has natural beauty at every turn, and some of Queensland’s top tourist attractions. If you want explore the region on four wheels, a great idea is to do it in an electric car. If you don’t own one, you can hire one from Sixt […]
Antarctica… in a day!
Imagine going from sunny Brisbane to the icy expanse of Antarctica in just four hours. And the best part is, you don’t even need to pack a heavy winter coat or snow boots! Flying over Antarctica on Qantas 787 Dreamliner with its expansive windows offers breathtaking views of the frozen landscape. Spotting icebergs along […]
Norfolk Island: A Gem in the Pacific
Nestled in the Pacific Ocean between Australia and New Zealand lies Norfolk Island – a place of unspoiled beauty and rich history. A place where palm trees give way to the native towering pines. The island’s heritage is as diverse as its landscape. Norfolk’s history is like an exotic layer cake, each layer representing […]
Where to stay and play on Queensland’s Fraser Coast
Hervey Bay’s Esplanade spans 17 kilometres and is always a hive of activity, no matter the time of day. If you’re planning on staying in town for a few days, then we’d highly recommend basing yourself along this pretty stretch of coastline. So where do we recommend? Well, it’s hard to go past Oaks […]
Tacking Tough Terrain with Isuzu’s I-Venture Club
If you’re new to four-wheel driving, hitting the sand can be daunting. That’s why Isuzu runs regular I-Venture club meets. This is an exclusive club for all D-MAX and MU-X owners. Here drivers learn to tackle the toughest terrain, with expert instructor guiding you the whole way. From an initial briefing to tyre pressure […]
School holidays on the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail
With school holidays around the corner, it’s time to think about how to keep the kids entertained – and active! Why not give the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail a go? The 161 km off-road adventure trail follows a disused section of railway, stretching from Wulkuraka near Ipswich, to Yarraman, near Kilcoy. It’s an ideal […]
Cross Australia by Train on The Ghan
The Ghan is Australia’s oldest named train and one of the world’s most prestigious rail experiences. Originally, it was dubbed the Afghan Express in honour of the rugged Afghan Cameleers who blazed a trail through the outback 150 years ago, making deliveries by camelback! Carving the Antipodean continent in two, The Ghan links South […]
