Australasia
Snow blankets Queenstown ahead of ski season
Queenstown is buzzing after 24 hours of constant snowfalls blanketed the town and surrounding mountains, giving local ski areas a huge boost before the start of the winter season.
Sydney harbour and city transformed with light, music and ideas
The 5th annual Vivid Sydney (24 May - 10 June) has officially opened with Sydney's iconic Opera House illuminated in a stunning 3D-mapped visual feast of colour, movement, and world-class lighting artistry by Australian creative innovators The Spinifex Group.
Queenstown voted one of world's top destinations on TripAdvisor
Queenstown has been named one of the world’s Top 25 Travellers’ Choice Destinations by TripAdvisor, the world’s largest online travel community.
Emirates’ Airbus A380 to be launched to Brisbane and Auckland
Brisbane is set to become Emirates’ third Australian destination to welcome the airline’s flagship Airbus A380, with the announcement that Emirates will operate the A380 on the Dubai to Brisbane and Auckland route from 1 October 2013.
Ashes to Alice for 2013
England’s famous Barmy Army can support the England team at a new venue later this year when they take on the Chairman’s Tour XI in the iconic outback town of Alice Springs.
Simon says... start your Aussie adventure in the Red Centre
Fans of intrepid TV adventurer, Simon Reeve, will be glued to their sets at 9pm on Sunday 19 May for the first in his new series on BBC2, Australia. Visitors to this epic continent should follow Simon’s example and start their tour Down Under in the magnificent ‘Red Centre’.
Australia: the perfect destination for families
Australia has always been a great place for families to visit. Your kids will never forget the sights they’ll witness and the things they’ll experience in this truly unique and enthralling country, which boasts the most varied and diverse natural landscapes you’re guaranteed to see in just one trip.
Top ten activities in South Australia
South Australia offers a diverse range of activities, whether exploring the ocean depths for leafy sea dragons, sharks or shipwrecks or cycling and trekking through the Outback, there are plenty of options to choose from.
Queenstown to showcase its wedding wow factor
Queenstown’s wow factor as a world-class year-round wedding destination will be showcased with flair next month at the inaugural Southern Lakes Wedding Show (11 May).
Be bowled over by South Australia during the Ashes tour
Widely regarded as the most picturesque Test Cricket ground in the world, the Adelaide Oval won’t be the only draw during the second Ashes Test Match between Australia and England in December 2013.
Huka Lodge creates new Family Time package
With its park-like grounds and array of activities for all ages and interests, Huka Lodge is the perfect place for families to spend time together, uniting them for delicious feasts at night after days spent having fun trekking, whitewater rafting, horse-riding or just playing board games by the fire at the Lodge.
STA Travel partners with Best Jobs in the World Australia
STA Travel, the world’s leading student and youth travel company, has teamed up with Tourism Australia on a global competition offering six awe-inspiring ‘Best Job in the World’ prizes including Lifestyle Photographer, Chief Funster, Wildlife Caretaker and Park Ranger.
The Best Job in the World is back
Calling all eco-heroes and lovers of the great outdoors – if you look good in khaki and could talk the ear off an emu, you’ll be calling cooee over this Best Job in the World.
Rejuvenation of a major Australian destination
Ayers Rock Resort has undergone a complete revitalisation including a A$30 million refurbishment, the introduction of a comprehensive range of free daily Indigenous guest activities, a new premium under the Stars dining experience, a star gazing tour and much more.
Feast on the Best of Australia at qualia
The finest Australian cuisine in an unsurpassed setting is precisely what guests will experience at the 'Best of Australia at qualia' Great Barrier Feast event from 12-14 July 2013.