Formerly a convict settlement, the World Heritage Listed town of Port Arthur is one of Australia’s most important convict sites. Culture Trip explores Port Arthur’s transformation from prison to Tasmanian’s foremost tourist destination.... Read full article
Everything about Lord Howe, a reef-rimmed tropical island 780km north-east of Sydney, is laidback – except for the fervour with which its locals protect their paradise.... Read full article
Three hours west of Melbourne, the Grampians National Park is home to rugged rock formations, breathtaking panoramas, and indigenous rock art dating back 22,000 years.... Read full article
Port Macquarie, a small town of fewer than 50,000 residents along the Pacific Coast in Australia, is often overlooked by local and international travelers.... Read full article
Australia, pack your swimmers and head north to Hamilton Island, the perfect place to restore some good vibes, bask in the sun and swim on the magical Great Barrier Reef. The ultimate Australian tropical island destination of 2021.... Read full article
Sydney, Australia is home to some of the world’s most beautiful beaches. Whatever your style, this insider's guide will find a beach for you.... Read full article
Queensland is hailed as the Sunshine State for good reason. Located approximately 290 km (180 mi) or 3 ½ hours drive away from Brisbane, Queensland’s state capital, is Hervey Bay,... Read full article
A new era has dawned for Newcastle. Built on the back of convicts and forged by fire and steel, NSW's second largest city is midway through a mighty metamorphous from industrial port to contemporary, thriving metropolis.... Read full article
If you have ever wanted to immerse yourself in medieval history, pan for gold, or discover Australian democracy, then Culture Trip recommends a weekend trip to Ballarat.... Read full article
Once I moved back to Australia from the US, I became more interested in travelling within my home country. A few photos of Fraser Island popped up in my Instagram feed, and I noticed some bloggers mention it as a tourist destination.... Read full article
There’s something quite magical about first stepping foot on Fraser Island. Stretching over 120km, this raw, rugged sand island – the world’s largest – off Queensland’s southeast coast feels utterly otherworldly.... Read full article