DOMESTIC TRAVEL

Travelmarvel Launches First Murray River Cruise

Travelmarvel has celebrated its first Murray River cruise aboard the beautifully restored PS Emmylou. The vessel is a recreation of the classic 19th-century paddlesteamers that were once a feature along the Murray River. Originally launched in 1982 and thoughtfully refurbished in 2018, this intimate ship offers just 16 guests the…

August 19, 2025

REVEALED: Australia’s Least Convenient Airport

New research has revealed the best and worst airports in Australia for parking and convenience.

August 13, 2025

Flying Kangaroo Takes Bigger Bite Out Of Big Apple

Qantas has announced it will be increasing its Sydney to New York flights from five per week to daily.

August 12, 2025

WATCH: Rare Whale Encounter Stuns Guests

Guests on a recent cruise were treated to an unforgettable moment, coming face-to-face with a humpback whale.

August 4, 2025

Aussie Garden Tours Are In Full Bloom

Renaissance Tours has unveiled its collection of domestic garden tours across Australia for spring 2025.

July 30, 2025

Toolkit Supports First Nations Engagement In Tourism

A new industry-leading toolkit has been launched to support non-First Nations tourism businesses in building respectful and authentic relationships with First Nations people and communities. The Connecting to Culture Toolkit is a practical, easy-to-use online resource designed to help businesses across the tourism sector navigate their engagement journey in a culturally…

July 30, 2025

Steamy Savings For Solo Star Sailors

Special single passenger savings are being offered for the debut of Australia’s first five-star, overnight riverboat.

July 29, 2025

The Tiny Houses With Big Tourist Appeal

Ecotourism tiny house company, Tiny Away, has added six new houses to its portfolio of rural Australian getaways.

July 28, 2025

New $12.5M Fund Gets State Ready For Take Off

The NSW Tourism Association has welcomed a new $12.5 million Take Off Fund as a smart, strategic investment in the future of tourism and aviation in the state.

July 28, 2025

JB Adds A Whale Way To Its Portfolio

Journey Beyond has cemented its commitment to offering exceptional Australian experiential tourism experiences by adding another company to its portfolio. The company has announced that it has acquired Exmouth Dive & Whalesharks Ningaloo (EDWN). Journey Beyond and EDWN have enjoyed a longstanding partnership as part of the destination experience for…

July 28, 2025

Dream Comes True For Tourism Operators

More than 190 leading tourism operators have been inducted into a recognition program entitled The Dream Collective. Now in its second year, the program is run by Tourism WA in partnership with Tourism Council WA. It champions WA tourism operators and experiences that are committed to enhancing their business in…

July 21, 2025

Now’s The Time To See The Lucent Lake

Wild Bush Luxury is giving visitors extra chances to enjoy the natural phenomenon of the flooding of Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre.

July 21, 2025

Revealed: Australia’s Best Kept Natural Secrets

A new study has identified Australia's best kept natural secrets, revealing extraordinary destinations that offer world class experiences. Mitsubishi Motors Australia has done research across different interest categories without the crowds of mainstream tourist attractions. The comprehensive study analysed more than 50,000 Australian locations, discovering hidden gems across the continent…

July 15, 2025

Family Road Trips Now Get A Wiggle On

Thrifty has teamed up with The Wiggles to launch a new in-car experience that keeps the whole family entertained, minds engaged and screens switched off.

July 15, 2025

UNESCO Names Australia’s Latest Heritage Site

Australia's latest Cultural World Heritage site has just been announced following a meeting at the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris. Murujuga, the world’s largest rock art site located on the Burrup Peninsula in West Australia, was officially confirmed at the 47th World Heritage Committee meeting. “My family and community have worked…

July 14, 2025

Travel Deals To Help Flooding Relief

A new partnership aimed at revitalising tourism and visitation to the Outback areas of Queensland affected by widespread flooding in March has just been unveiled.

July 11, 2025

Canoe Tours Where Everyone Can Paddle

Pioneering equipment to enable wheelchair users and individuals with mobility challenges to participate in canoe tours has just been unveiled.

July 9, 2025

Revealed: Number One Destination In Qld

Brisbane is setting the pace as Queensland’s number one destination, breaking new international records and attracting four in every 10 visitors to the state. The latest data from Tourism Research Australia shows Brisbane had a significant impact on Queensland’s domestic visitor economy from January to March 2025. The city delivered…

June 25, 2025

How To Experience The Dreamy West

A journey on the Indian Pacific is synonymous with slow, meaningful travel. A step back in time to a refined era of train travel. The fun doesn’t have to stop when your clients disembark the Indian Pacific in Perth / Boorloo, as a number of city stays and regional packages…

June 1, 2025

Aussies Embrace A New Style Of Luxury Holiday

NICK BAKER, CEO of Reflections Holidays, comments on an interesting change in the way we holiday at home.

April 8, 2025

6 Easy Road Trips For Your Next Long Weekend

HANNAH KLEIN, Apollo Motorhomes travel expert, reveals her top long-weekend getaways in Australia.

April 5, 2025

Enjoy A Banquet In The Bush

Award winning chef JAMES VILES is hosting a culinary safari at luxury bush property Bamurru Plains on the Northern Territory wetlands. Here he tells us what guests can expect on this Top End adventure.

April 4, 2025

Tassie Offering Great Winter Wonders

Tourism Tasmania has just launched the fifth iteration of its award-winning ‘Off Season’ campaign, highlighting its distinct approach to winter.

April 1, 2025

How Outback Spirit Capture The Essence Of Arnhem Land

We know it’s a little cliché to say “there’s nowhere else on earth like Arnhem Land” but seriously, there isn’t. We looked.

March 2, 2025

AAT Kings Lets Guests Take All The Credit

AAT Kings Group is providing travellers with a limited time "air credit" of up to $1,800 per couple* across both its AAT Kings and Inspiring Journeys brands.

February 5, 2025

The Day I Stroked A Rhino

Scratching a rhinoceros wasn’t something I ever imagined doing, writes Traveltalk's JENNY EVANS.

December 5, 2024

6 Must-Try Holiday Spots Across Australia

Travel expert REBECCA MCKENZIE lists her favourite places across the country for a perfect summer holiday experience.

December 5, 2024

Why Travel Insurance Isn’t Just For Overseas Trips

In this exclusive article, MICHAEL STOROZHEV, Chief Underwriting Officer, PassportCard Australia, debunks some of the myths around travel insurance.

December 5, 2024

The Great Aussie Road Trip Alive & Well

Aussies are travelling more than ever despite the current economic climate with plenty opting to holiday in their own backyard.

December 5, 2024

$47m Trail Blazes A Tourism Path

The first stage of what will become one of the world’s great ecotourism trails has just opened in Australia.

November 6, 2024

Glamping With The Stars

Work has begun on a $4m luxe tent precinct and 'Star Lounge' designed to become an international star-gazing destination.

October 9, 2024

AAT Kings Raise The Travel Bar Yet Again

Unforgettable new experiences, agent incentives and limited time deals. The new 2025/2026 season from AAT Kings promises to be one of the best in the history of this award-winning company.

September 4, 2024

Why I Went Dotty In The Red Centre

Traveltalk’s JON UNDERWOOD explores his creative side and ends up seeing stars on a new Short Breaks tour with AAT Kings.

August 7, 2024

Wildlife Encounters, Cultural Experiences And Special Offers

Now is the perfect time to plan your trip to experience Kakadu National Park.

August 7, 2024

Enjoy A Touch Of Luxury In The Outback

One of Australia’s leading wilderness lodges is open for business following extensive refurbishments.

July 3, 2024

When Short Is Definitely The Sweet Option

AAT Kings have just launched their new Short Break tours to the Red Centre. Traveltalk’s JON UNDERWOOD was on the inaugural trip to Australia’s heartland.

July 3, 2024

Fly And Stay Free On The Great Southern

Since 2019, the Great Southern has offered guests a unique way to experience the diverse landscapes, cultures and cuisines of Australia’s East Coast.

June 5, 2024

Is The Australian Tourist Attraction Under Threat?

Recent figures have shown that outbound short-term travel is accelerating much faster than inbound holiday travel. This has sounded a warning bell to Australian tourism destinations and attractions.

June 5, 2024

Welcome To A Home In The Country

Located on Balanggarra Country in the East Kimberley, Home Valley Station is the largest Indigenous managed tourism resort in WA.

June 5, 2024

I’m The King Of The Road…Again!

With air fares putting overseas trips on hold, more and more Aussies are choosing to explore their own backyard. Traveltalk’s JON UNDERWOOD loves nothing more than a campervan trip into the wide blue yonder.

May 8, 2024