A Beachside Oasis in the Heart of Nature
Bargara near Bundaberg is known for a spectacular natural event. Every year between November and March, turtles crawl from the ocean and lay their eggs under the moonlight. Towards the end of this period, hatchlings will emerge and make their journey into the sea for the first time. Visitors to the area are lucky […]
Luxe Day in Moreton Bay
Moreton Bay is only a short drive from Brisbane or the Sunny Coast – but you could really make an entrance… and fly in! It’ll definitely be a luxe weekend at Moreton Bay if you take a scenic flight with Oceanview Helicopters. Karl Mayne can whisk you out to the hinterland or down the beaches […]
Lord Howe Island – the Pocket Paradise
“A place so extraordinary, it’s almost unbelievable.” Those are the words the great naturalist, Sir David Attenborough, used to describe Australia’s Lord Howe Island. High praise for a tiny island that floats, unruffled by the rest of the world, in the Tasman Sea – about 600 kilometres off the Aussie east coast. Lord Howe (named […]
Espiritu Santo
Espiritu Santo, the largest island in Vanuatu, offers an unparalleled escape into nature’s untouched beauty. Santo is presented as the perfect destination for those seeking tranquillity, adventure, and authentic cultural experiences. Upon arriving, visitors are greeted with the warmth of the local community and the stunning landscapes that define this island paradise. The show highlights […]
Your Summer Escape to Fiji
Thinking of an escape to paradise this summer? Marriott Bonvoy has four fabulous all-inclusive holiday resorts to make the most of your visit to the happiest island nation on the planet. They are Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort, Fiji Marriott Momi Bay, Sheraton Denarau Villas and Sheraton Resort & Spa Tokoriki Island. Fiji […]
Luxury Petcation on the Gold Coast
Plenty of us consider our pups part of the family and want to take them along when we head off on holidays too. So, we’ve found some luxury digs where dogs are the guest of honour! The QT on the GC’s Pup-Yeah package includes a special canine treat on arrival. Dogs up to 20 kilos […]
The Best of Bowen
Here at Weekender, we say we have the best job in the world. We get to explore our beautiful state, almost every single day. While it’s exciting for us to visit somewhere new, there are a few spots that have us returning over, and over again. Bowen is one of those places. This tropical gem […]
Scratching the surface of Surfers Paradise
When most people think of the Gold Coast, they think of sunny skies and sandy beaches. Sure, those things are awesome. That’s why people travel across the world to visit. However, if you scratch the surface, there’s a lot more to the coast, than you might expect. Take the JW Marriott for example. Here […]
Brisbane’s best game of eye spy!
Winter in Brisbane is a special time of year. It’s the small things, like walking in the sunshine without feeling the sting. But it’s also the big things – winter is whale season! The east coast of Australia becomes a playground for these graceful giants. Brisbane Whale Watching whisks passengers from the Redcliffe Peninsula […]