Sure, Australia’s summer is wrapping up, but trust us, the smartest move you’ll make this year is locking in your stays for the next Summer down under (kicking off in December). Especially when the hotels are this major.
It’s no wonder so many Brits and travellers worldwide succumb to the allure of Aussie charm and hit purchase on that one-way flight. Australia is a breathtakingly vast and beautiful country with heaps to explore. Whether you’re drawn to the rugged outback, the glittering coastal cities, or the wildlife found nowhere else on Earth, each region has something unique worth travelling for.
In Victoria, Melbourne is often considered Australia’s cultural capital, known for its iconic art-filled alleyways, impressive food scene, and coffee, specifically the flat white. One of the city’s latest openings is the Melbourne Place Hotel, a beautiful 16-storey red brick urban sanctuary designed by Melbourne-based architect Kennedy Nolan. Just outside the city, Yarra Valley is prime wine country, where you can sample world-famous Chardonnay straight from the source. A road trip along the Great Ocean Road reveals rugged coastlines and geographical landmarks like the famous Twelve Apostles. In the spirit of you-only-live-once – a Twelve Apostles helicopter ride is the way to go.
Australia, Victoria, Port Campbell National Park, Great Ocean Road, The Twelve Apostles.Getty Images
Heading north into New South Wales, Sydney blends vibrant city living with laid-back coastal energy. Take in panoramic views over the harbour and Opera House from the top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge (yes, the climb is worth it). Further up the coast, the Great Barrier Reef, one of the world’s most celebrated natural wonders, stretches along Queensland’s shoreline, home to clear waters, colourful coral reefs, and a huge range of marine life. If you’re dreaming of island life, get yourself to the Whitsundays, where the sand is so pure they literally ship it off to the luxe resorts in Dubai.
