This article is reviewed regularly by Wego’s editorial team to ensure that the content is up to date & accurate. Updated December 2024 Key takeaways: New Zealand offers safety and adventure tourism, making it ideal for solo travelers seeking vibrant cities,... Read More
This article has been reviewed and fact-checked by Wego’s editorial team. In a groundbreaking move, Australia unveiled its new Migration Strategy on December 11, 2023, charting a visionary course for the nation’s migration system. Wego can report that the new... Read More
Setting foot on the sun-drenched streets of Perth always brings out the adventurous side of every traveller. Tucked away on Australia’s western coastline lies Perth, a hidden gem that beckons those seeking thrill, wonder, and memories. Here are top places to... Read More
This article has been reviewed by Wego’s editorial team to ensure that the content is up to date & accurate Updated July 2024 Australia is a popular destination, and travelers regularly make their way to Australia for tourism, work, and education. If you are a... Read More
Australia is known to be the smallest continent that is recognized for its natural wonders, where experiences for locals and curious travelers are almost unlimited. Its popular cities, such as Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, attract numerous tourists due to the... Read More
This article has been reviewed by Wego’s editorial team to ensure that the content is up to date & accurate. Updated 16 December 2020 With 28,000 cases reported so far and less than 10 new cases surfacing each day, Australia has been deemed largely successful in... Read More
This article is reviewed (every month) by Wego’s editorial team to ensure that the content is up to date & accurate. Updated 21 January 2021 After months of dormancy due to the raging pandemic, the travel industry is gearing up for a return to small normalcy with... Read More
This article is reviewed regularly (on a monthly basis) by Wego’s editorial team to ensure that the content is up to date & accurate. Last updated 21 January, 2021 After months of dormancy due to the raging pandemic, the travel industry is gearing up for a return... Read More
While you and the rest of the world stay inside, Brisbane comes to you. Visit Brisbane wants to bring a ray of #virtualsunshine into your home with a range of shows, videos, and virtual tours to keep you entertained and inspired. There’ll be time for you to fly and... Read More
Political news aside, the Australian bushfires have been gripping the world’s headlines with the devastation it has caused down under. This has hit the tourism industry the hardest, with people canceling their travel plans to Australia in a bid to avoid the flames.... Read More
As one of Australia’s most iconic sites, the behemothic Uluṟu draws thousands of tourists every year. While we marvel at the grandiose beauty of the rust-colored sandstone monolith, we must also remember the spiritual and cultural importance it holds. The Uluru is not... Read More
We have been expats in Hong Kong and Singapore, since 2010. As most long term expats will attest, escaping the big smoke for R and R is essential to maintaining sanity and Thailand is our special place. We’ve explored The Land of Smiles on many occasions over the... Read More
Australia’s famed driving routes are not confined to boys’ trips or romantic getaways — they are equally great holiday options for families that want a whole new experience together Bring back the nostalgia of childhood vacations through scenic drives as you embark on... Read More
Words by Maresa Manara Travelling the world is about seeing new places, dining out and sampling food you might never have tried. Yet for Muslim travellers, finding Halal-certified places to eat isn’t always easy. Luckily, in Australia you can find halal food in many... Read More
You won’t find Australian wildlife naturally anywhere else in the world other than in the great land downunder. The southern continent has some of the most unique and unusual local creatures you’re likely to ever find. Venture deep, beyond the spectacular... Read More
Don’t just visit these Australian icons, experience them to the fullest with immersive stays that really make you feel a part of the incredible Aussie landscape. The adventure is real! To get to the real heart of Australia and its truly original culture, people and... Read More
Steer away from the East Coast and head to the Australian heartland, the Tassie Coast, or the rugged western front for a road trip that is anything but ordinary The most immersive way to grab yourself an authentic taste of Australia is to hit the intricate array of... Read More
Ready to eat, fish and swim your way through a coastal safari, Australia-style? When it comes to safari adventures, most instantly think  of expeditions into the jungle, or to spot wildlife in a savannah. In South Australia’s Eyre Peninsula, embark on a safari with a... Read More
Let the kids join in on the fun of outdoor adventure, with activities the whole family will love. When Down Under, do as the Aussies do, and embrace their love of the outdoors. From surfing and swimming with dolphins to tobogganing and water sports, master a new... Read More
Think you’ve completed that Australian holiday wishlist? Think again. Winter is approaching in the great southern land and that means the high country comes alive with magical powdered slopes perfect for skiing, snowboarding and a whole lot of winter wonderland... Read More
Ready, set, go! Get your tickets for your trip Down Under and let the games begin! Combining travel with sporting events is a sure fire way to inject some fun into any holiday. You can enjoy the excitement of the competitions and crowning of the winners — and in your... Read More
Words by Sonia Nazareth The majestic appeal of the Red Desert, that has graced the cover of many a travel magazine, has always enticed people to visit the Northern Territory. Recently however, there’s been a new addition to the region.  If you’re looking at more than... Read More
Welcome to Australia’s laid back and beautiful tropical north. Cairns sits up towards the pointy, north end of the east coast and enjoys a tropical climate that’s perfectly suited to a chilled out holiday. It’s also a gateway to the dramatic natural... Read More
Words by Rishad Saam Mehta Sassy, energetic, good-looking and game for anything ”“ if Melbourne was in the dating game this is how her profile would read. Besides being pretty and lively, with fantastic entertainment and food to boot, Melbourne has two great reasons... Read More
Start your engines, not long now until Melbourne ignites with the roar of one of the world’s most hotly contested motor races – the Formula One Rolex Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne. From March 17 to 20, the world’s most expensive cars will compete in the... Read More
Snow-capped mountains and sensational ski resorts are not usually what comes to mind when you think of Australia. In the country’s southern state of Victoria however, there’s a virtual winter wonderland where crisp mountain air, blue skies and soft white... Read More
Abseiling/Rock Climbing The Greater Blue Mountains in New South Wales, The Grampians and Bungonia State Recreation Area in Victoria and Ormiston Gorge in the Northern Territory are well known rock climbing sites. Federation Peak in Tasmania’s Southwest National Park... Read More
Do southern humpback whales frolic? It’s a question I often ask myself whenever I get up close and personal with a group of ’humpies’ relaxing in Queensland’s Great Sandy Strait off Fraser Island. While two adolescent male whales apparently show as much interest in a... Read More
Your pets can now earn you points if they fly with you on a domestic Virgin Australia flight. In what is an Australian airline first, Silver, Gold and Platinum Velocity members can earn  50%, 75% and 100% bonus points respectively when travelling with their dog or... Read More
Deborah Dickson-Smith is a family travel expert having explored the world with her lovely children in tow. See more of her tips for travelling with kids at littlenomads.com. Exploring Uluru Uluru is one of the most recognisable Australian landmarks. Ask anyone. Which... Read More
