AUBIS Travel Blog
Expert travel guides, tips, and destination insights for planning your Australian and New Zealand adventure. Browse all 116 guides below.
Top 10 Things to Do in Sydney
From the iconic Opera House to hidden coastal walks, here's our curated list of must-do experiences in Australia's harbour city.
The Ultimate Great Barrier Reef Guide
Everything you need to know about visiting the world's largest coral reef system, including best times, top spots, and how to book responsibly.
Road Tripping the Great Ocean Road
A complete guide to one of the world's most scenic coastal drives: where to stop, what to see, and how long you really need.
Outback Adventure: Your Uluru Guide
Planning a trip to the Red Centre? Here's everything from sunrise viewpoints to cultural experiences with traditional owners.
Exploring the Daintree Rainforest
The world's oldest tropical rainforest meets the reef. Discover wildlife, river cruises, and hidden swimming holes in Far North Queensland.
Budget Travel Tips for Australia
Australia doesn't have to break the bank. Our top tips for saving money on accommodation, transport, food, and activities.
Brisbane: The Ultimate Local's Guide for Visitors
From world-class free galleries to 50-cent public transport, Brisbane is packed with surprises. Here's everything you need to know before you visit.
Sunshine Coast: Beaches, Hinterland & Hidden Gems
From the boutique streets of Noosa to the ancient Glass House Mountains, the Sunshine Coast is Queensland's laid-back paradise. Here's your complete guide.
Gold Coast: Surf, Rainforest & Everything In Between
Theme parks, world-class surf breaks, ancient rainforest, and incredible dining: the Gold Coast is far more than just Surfers Paradise. Here's the complete guide.
Hervey Bay: Whale Watching Capital & Gateway to Fraser Island
Australia's whale watching capital offers sheltered beaches, incredible marine encounters, and the perfect launchpad for Fraser Island adventures. Here's your complete guide.
Fraser Island (K'gari): The World's Largest Sand Island
Ancient rainforests growing from sand, crystal-clear lakes, 75-Mile Beach highway, and dingoes roaming free. Here's everything you need to know about visiting K'gari.
Bundaberg: Rum, Reef & Sea Turtles
Famous for its rum and a surprising gateway to the southern Great Barrier Reef, Bundaberg offers turtle encounters, coral cays, and rich farmland flavours. Here's your guide.
Gladstone: Industrial Heart, Island Soul
A working port city with surprising natural beauty, Gladstone is the gateway to Heron Island, the Southern Great Barrier Reef, and some of Queensland's most pristine coral cays.
Rockhampton: Gateway to the Capricorn Coast
Straddle the Tropic of Capricorn in Australia's beef capital - discover heritage architecture, underground caves, and the gateway to Great Keppel Island.
Agnes Water & Town of 1770: Where the Reef Begins
Discover Queensland's most laid-back coastal towns - surf the northernmost break on the east coast, explore the Southern Great Barrier Reef, and walk in Captain Cook's footsteps.
Mackay: Tropical City Between Reef and Rainforest
Explore one of Queensland's most underrated destinations - pristine beaches, Eungella's platypus-spotting, the Great Barrier Reef, and a thriving food scene.
Airlie Beach & The Whitsundays: Australia's Island Paradise
Crystal-clear waters, 74 islands, Whitehaven Beach, and the Great Barrier Reef - your complete guide to one of the world's most spectacular coastal destinations.
Bowen: Queensland's Mango Capital & Coastal Charmer
A sun-drenched coastal town famous for its mangoes, stunning bays, and striking murals. Bowen is an underrated gem on the Queensland coast worth a proper stop.
Ayr: Gateway to the Burdekin & Authentic North Queensland
A proud sugar town with genuine outback character, Ayr offers a slice of real North Queensland life, plus easy access to incredible natural attractions nearby.
Townsville: North Queensland's Vibrant Capital
Sun-soaked Townsville boasts Castle Hill views, world-class reef aquarium, a buzzing waterfront, and gateway access to Magnetic Island and the Great Barrier Reef.
Magnetic Island: Wildlife, Beaches & Island Life
Just 20 minutes from Townsville, 'Maggie' island is a tropical paradise of wild koalas, secluded bays, WWII history, and the most relaxed vibe in North Queensland.
Mission Beach: Where the Rainforest Meets the Coral Sea
Cassowaries on the beach, white-water rafting, and island-hopping adventures - Mission Beach is Far North Queensland's best-kept secret. Here's your complete guide.
Cairns: The Ultimate Gateway to Tropical North Queensland
The Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest, Kuranda, and endless adventure - Cairns is Australia's tropical adventure capital. Here's everything you need to know.
Port Douglas: Tropical Elegance Where the Reef Meets the Rainforest
Four Mile Beach, world-class reef access, and the gateway to the Daintree - Port Douglas is Far North Queensland at its most refined. Here's your complete guide.
Cape Tribulation: Where the Rainforest Meets the Reef
Ancient rainforest tumbling onto white sand beaches, night walks through living jungle, and raw tropical wilderness - Cape Tribulation is nature at its most dramatic.
Byron Bay: Bohemian Beach Town & Hinterland Paradise
Surf culture, wellness retreats, stunning hinterland, and that famous lighthouse walk - Byron Bay is Australia's most iconic coastal town. Here's your complete guide.
Coffs Harbour: Mid-North Coast Adventure Hub
Whale watching, the Big Banana, ancient rainforest, and some of the best beaches on the NSW coast - Coffs Harbour is the perfect mid-coast stop.
Port Macquarie: Koala Capital & Coastal Family Favourite
Home to a world-famous koala hospital, stunning beaches, camel rides, and rainforest walks - Port Macquarie is one of NSW's most underrated coastal towns.
Newcastle: Australia's Coolest Coastal City
Surf beaches, street art, craft breweries, and a thriving food scene - Newcastle has reinvented itself as one of Australia's most exciting cities.
Hunter Valley: Australia's Premier Wine Country
Over 150 wineries, gourmet dining, hot air balloon rides, and rolling green hills just two hours from Sydney - the Hunter Valley is a world-class wine destination.
Blue Mountains: Ancient Valleys, Dramatic Cliffs & Bush Adventures
The Three Sisters, stunning bushwalks, hidden waterfalls, and charming mountain villages - the Blue Mountains is Sydney's most spectacular day trip.
Central Coast: Sydney's Coastal Escape
Pristine beaches, hidden lagoons, coastal walks, and pelican feeding - the Central Coast is a gorgeous, laid-back escape just an hour from Sydney.
Port Stephens: Dolphins, Dunes & Bay Adventures
Wild dolphins, towering sand dunes, whale watching, and calm bay beaches - Port Stephens is one of NSW's most spectacular natural playgrounds.
Wollongong: Escarpment Meets the Sea
Sea Cliff Bridge, stunning escarpment walks, surf beaches, and a thriving food scene - Wollongong is Sydney's south coast surprise just an hour away.
Jervis Bay: Crystal Waters & the Whitest Sand on Earth
Home to Hyams Beach (reputedly the whitest sand in the world), dolphins, whale watching, and a stunning marine park - Jervis Bay is NSW's coastal jewel.
NSW South Coast: Batemans Bay, Narooma & the Sapphire Coast
Montague Island penguins, the famous Tilba villages, world-class oysters, and unspoiled beaches - the NSW South Coast is a road tripper's paradise.
Snowy Mountains: Australia's Alpine Playground
Skiing, snowboarding, alpine hiking, fly fishing, and stunning mountain scenery - the Snowy Mountains are Australia's only true alpine region.
Broken Hill: Outback Art Capital & Desert Adventures
Australia's most remote city offers extraordinary art, outback landscapes, Silverton ghost town, and the Living Desert sculptures under vast starry skies.
Lord Howe Island: World Heritage Paradise in the Pacific
A pristine volcanic island with a 400-visitor cap, world-class diving, endemic wildlife, and Mount Gower - Lord Howe Island is Australia's ultimate escape.
Melbourne: Australia's Cultural Capital
Laneways, world-class coffee, the MCG, street art, incredible food, and the Yarra River - Melbourne is a city that rewards the curious. Here's your complete guide.
Geelong: Waterfront City & Gateway to the Great Ocean Road
A revitalised waterfront, Bellarine Peninsula wineries, craft beer, and the start of the Great Ocean Road - Geelong is far more than just a stopover.
Mornington Peninsula: Wine, Hot Springs & Coastal Charm
World-class wineries, Peninsula Hot Springs, stunning coastal walks, and seaside villages just an hour from Melbourne - the Mornington Peninsula is Victoria's playground.
Phillip Island: Penguins, Wildlife & Motorsport
The world-famous Penguin Parade, incredible wildlife, MotoGP circuit, and beautiful coastal scenery - Phillip Island is one of Victoria's most popular destinations.
Yarra Valley: Victoria's Premier Wine Country
World-class wineries, hot air balloon rides, Healesville Sanctuary, incredible food, and rolling green hills just an hour from Melbourne - the Yarra Valley is Victoria's gourmet heartland.
Great Ocean Road Towns: Lorne, Apollo Bay & Beyond
Torquay, Lorne, Apollo Bay, and the charming coastal towns along Australia's most scenic drive - each one worth stopping for, and some worth staying for.
Warrnambool: Whale Watching & Shipwreck Coast
Southern right whales, the Shipwreck Coast, Flagstaff Hill, and Tower Hill - Warrnambool is Victoria's wild and beautiful southwest coast at its best.
Ballarat: Gold Rush Heritage & Sovereign Hill
Sovereign Hill, the Eureka Stockade, grand architecture, and a thriving art scene - Ballarat brings Australia's gold rush history to life like nowhere else.
Bendigo: Golden City of Art & Culture
World-class art gallery, the Central Deborah Gold Mine, historic tramway, and a thriving food scene - Bendigo is one of Victoria's most rewarding regional cities.
Daylesford & Hepburn Springs: Australia's Spa Capital
Natural mineral springs, spa retreats, creative culture, antique shops, and lakeside charm - Daylesford is Victoria's wellness heartland and a beloved weekend escape.
The Grampians (Gariwerd): Mountains, Rock Art & Bushwalking
Dramatic mountain scenery, ancient Indigenous rock art, MacKenzie Falls, the Pinnacle, and incredible bushwalking - the Grampians is Victoria's outdoor adventure heartland.
Wilsons Promontory: Victoria's Coastal Wilderness
Squeaky Beach, Lilly Pilly Gully, pristine overnight hikes, and Australia's southernmost mainland point - Wilsons Promontory is Victoria's most beloved national park.
Gippsland: Lakes, Caves & Coastal Wilderness
The Gippsland Lakes, Buchan Caves, Ninety Mile Beach, and wild coastal wilderness - Gippsland is Victoria's vast and underrated eastern playground.
Echuca-Moama: Paddlesteamers & Murray River Life
Historic paddlesteamers, the mighty Murray River, riverside wineries, and the beautifully preserved Port of Echuca - a quintessential Australian river town experience.
Hobart: MONA, Salamanca & kunanyi/Mount Wellington
Australia's second-oldest city - MONA, Salamanca Market, kunanyi/Mount Wellington, and world-class food.
Launceston: Cataract Gorge & Tamar Valley
Cataract Gorge, the Tamar Valley wine trail, and a thriving food scene in Tasmania's northern capital.
Cradle Mountain: Ancient Wilderness & the Overland Track
Ancient rainforest, alpine peaks, and the legendary Overland Track in Tasmania's wilderness heart.
Freycinet & Wineglass Bay: Tasmania's Coastal Jewel
One of the world's most beautiful beaches, pink granite peaks, and coastal walking trails.
Bruny Island: Sea Cliffs, Oysters & White Wallabies
Dramatic sea cliffs, white wallabies, oyster farms, and some of Australia's best artisan produce.
Port Arthur: Australia's Most Powerful Convict Heritage
Australia's most significant convict heritage site and the dramatic Tasman Peninsula coastline.
Bay of Fires: Orange Boulders & Pristine Beaches
Pristine white sand, orange lichen-covered boulders, and crystal-clear turquoise water on Tasmania's east coast.
Strahan & Gordon River: Wild West Coast Wilderness
Historic harbour town, ancient Huon pines, and cruises through Tasmania's wild west coast wilderness.
Maria Island: Car-Free Paradise & Painted Cliffs
Car-free island paradise with convict ruins, fossil cliffs, wombats, and the Painted Cliffs.
Devonport & Surrounds: Spirit of Tasmania Gateway
Spirit of Tasmania gateway, historic Tiagarra, and the beautiful north-west coast.
Huon Valley: Orchards, Airwalk & Southern Wilderness
Apple orchards, the Tahune Airwalk, Huon pine forests, and farm-gate trails south of Hobart.
Richmond & Coal River Valley: Heritage, Wine & Whisky
Australia's oldest bridge, Georgian architecture, and a thriving wine and whisky region.
Tasman Peninsula: Three Capes Track & Sea Cliffs
Towering dolerite sea cliffs, the Three Capes Track, and wild coastal scenery beyond Port Arthur.
King Island: Cheese, Beef & Bass Strait Isolation
World-famous cheese and beef, shipwreck history, wild beaches, and Bass Strait isolation.
Adelaide: Festivals, Food & Culture Capital
Festival city with world-class food, wine bars, parklands, beaches, and a thriving arts scene.
Barossa Valley: World-Class Wine & Heritage
Iconic Shiraz country with heritage cellar doors, artisan food producers, and rolling vineyard landscapes.
Kangaroo Island: Wildlife, Wilderness & Coastal Beauty
Remarkable Rocks, sea lions, koalas, pristine beaches, and one of Australia's top wildlife destinations.
McLaren Vale: Vineyards, Beaches & the Fleurieu
Boutique wineries, olive groves, coastal walks, and the gateway to the stunning Fleurieu Peninsula.
Flinders Ranges: Wilpena Pound & Outback Grandeur
Ancient Wilpena Pound, rugged gorges, Aboriginal rock art, and vast outback landscapes.
Coober Pedy: Underground Town in the Outback
The opal capital of the world where locals live underground to escape the desert heat.
Victor Harbor & the Fleurieu Peninsula
Whale watching, the horse-drawn tram to Granite Island, and the beautiful Fleurieu coastline.
Hahndorf & Adelaide Hills: German Heritage & Cool-Climate Wines
Australia's oldest German settlement, cool-climate wines, artisan produce, and charming hill towns.
Port Lincoln & Eyre Peninsula: Seafood & Shark Cage Diving
Shark cage diving, swimming with sea lions, freshest seafood, and dramatic coastal wilderness.
Mount Gambier: Blue Lake & Limestone Coast
The stunning Blue Lake, Umpherston Sinkhole garden, and the dramatic Limestone Coast.
Canberra: Australia's Capital of Culture & Nature
Australia's capital with world-class museums, Parliament House, Lake Burley Griffin, and a thriving food scene.
Canberra Museums & Galleries: Australia's Cultural Heart
The National Gallery, War Memorial, National Museum, and Questacon - Australia's finest cultural institutions.
Canberra Nature & Outdoors: Reserves, Lakes & Gardens
Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve, Black Mountain, Lake Burley Griffin cycling, and the Australian National Botanic Gardens.
Canberra Wine Region: Cool-Climate Cellar Doors
Cool-climate wines, cellar doors in Murrumbateman and Hall, and a boutique wine scene rivalling the big names.
Namadgi National Park: Alpine Wilderness Near Canberra
Alpine wilderness, Aboriginal rock art, granite peaks, and bushwalking trails on Canberra's doorstep.
Perth: Sun, Beaches & Kings Park
Sun-drenched beaches, Kings Park, Elizabeth Quay, vibrant Northbridge, and the port city charm of Fremantle.
Margaret River: Wine, Surf & Ancient Caves
World-class wineries, ancient limestone caves, powerful surf breaks, and towering karri forests in WA's south-west.
Broome: Cable Beach, Pearls & Kimberley Gateway
Cable Beach sunsets, camel rides, pearl heritage, Staircase to the Moon, and the gateway to the Kimberley.
Ningaloo Reef: Whale Sharks & Shore Snorkelling
Swim with whale sharks, snorkel pristine coral from the shore, and explore Australia's other great reef.
The Kimberley: Bungle Bungles & Last Great Wilderness
The Bungle Bungles, Gibb River Road, ancient gorges, and one of Earth's last great wildernesses.
Rottnest Island: Quokkas & Crystal-Clear Bays
Quokka selfies, crystal-clear bays, cycling trails, snorkelling, and Wadjemup history off Perth's coast.
The Pinnacles & Coral Coast
Thousands of ancient limestone pillars, Cervantes lobster, and Jurien Bay sea lions on WA's Coral Coast.
Albany & the Great Southern
Dramatic coastline, ANZAC heritage, whale watching, and the spectacular Stirling Range in WA's Great Southern.
Esperance & Cape Le Grand
Lucky Bay's white sand and kangaroos, Cape Le Grand National Park, and the Great Ocean Drive.
Kalbarri: Nature's Window & Coastal Gorges
Iconic Nature's Window, the Skywalk, dramatic coastal cliffs, and Murchison River gorges.
Darwin: Tropical Top End Capital
Mindil Beach sunset markets, crocodile encounters on the Adelaide River, the Waterfront Precinct, WWII history, and Crocosaurus Cove.
Uluru & Kata Tjuta: Australia's Spiritual Heart
The Uluru base walk, Kata Tjuta's Valley of the Winds, Field of Light, ancient Anangu culture, and unforgettable desert sunsets.
Kakadu National Park: Rock Art, Waterfalls & Wildlife
Ancient rock art at Ubirr and Nourlangie, thundering Jim Jim Falls, Yellow Water Billabong cruises, and saltwater crocodiles in the wild.
Litchfield National Park: Waterfalls & Swimming Holes
Crystal-clear plunge pools at Florence Falls, magnetic termite mounds, Buley Rockhole cascades, and the tropical curtain of Wangi Falls.
Alice Springs: Red Centre Outback Gateway
The Alice Springs Desert Park, Simpsons Gap, world-class Aboriginal art galleries, the MacDonnell Ranges, and Todd Mall.
Kings Canyon & Watarrka: Rim Walk & Garden of Eden
The spectacular Kings Canyon rim walk, the lush Garden of Eden, the weathered Lost City formations, and vast Watarrka National Park.
Katherine Gorge & Nitmiluk: Ancient Gorges & Jawoyn Culture
Cruise through thirteen ancient sandstone gorges, canoe through crocodile country, swim at Edith Falls, and discover Jawoyn Aboriginal culture.
Tiwi Islands: Aboriginal Art, Culture & Remote Beauty
Unique Tiwi art workshops, pristine tropical beaches, the legendary Tiwi Islands Football Grand Final, and immersive cultural tours.
Auckland: City of Sails, Volcanoes & Island Adventures
Harbour views, volcanic cones, world-class dining, and island day trips in New Zealand's largest city.
Rotorua: Geothermal Wonders, Māori Culture & Forest Adventures
Bubbling mud pools, geysers, cultural performances, redwood treewalks, and mountain biking in New Zealand's geothermal heartland.
Wellington: NZ's Creative Capital, Craft Beer & Café Culture
Te Papa museum, Cuba Street, cable car, harbour dining, and the beating creative heart of New Zealand.
Bay of Islands: Dolphins, Sailing & the Birthplace of New Zealand
144 subtropical islands, swimming with dolphins, Waitangi Treaty Grounds, and the famous Hole in the Rock.
Coromandel Peninsula: Cathedral Cove, Hot Water Beach & Native Bush
Iconic rock arches, dig-your-own hot springs, ancient forests, and stunning coastal scenery east of Auckland.
Tongariro National Park: The Alpine Crossing & Volcanic Craters
New Zealand's most famous day hike, emerald volcanic lakes, and dramatic landscapes in the country's oldest national park.
Hobbiton & Matamata: Step Into Middle-earth
The real Hobbiton Movie Set, Green Dragon Inn, rolling Shire farmland, and Waikato charm.
Napier & Hawke's Bay: Art Deco, Wine & Cape Kidnappers
Art Deco architecture, world-class wineries, gannet colonies, and sunny coastal charm on the east coast.
Queenstown: Adventure Capital of the World
Bungy jumping, jet boating, skiing, lake cruises, and dramatic alpine scenery in New Zealand's ultimate adventure destination.
Milford Sound: New Zealand's Most Famous Fiord
Towering Mitre Peak, cascading waterfalls, dolphins, seals, and the eighth wonder of the world.
Christchurch: The Garden City Reborn
Street art, punting on the Avon, Botanic Gardens, innovative architecture, and the gateway to the South Island.
Wanaka: Roy's Peak, Lake Serenity & Alpine Bliss
That Wanaka Tree, Roy's Peak, pristine lake, ski fields, and a relaxed alternative to Queenstown.
Franz Josef & Fox Glaciers: Ice, Rainforest & Hot Pools
Walk on ancient glaciers, heli-hike ice formations, and explore lush West Coast rainforest.
Abel Tasman: Golden Beaches, Kayaking & the Coastal Track
Golden sand beaches, crystal-clear kayaking, the Great Walk Coastal Track, and wildlife at the top of the South Island.
Kaikoura: Whale Watching, Dolphins & Mountains Meet the Sea
Sperm whales, swimming with dolphins, fresh crayfish, and dramatic mountains plunging into the Pacific.
Aoraki / Mount Cook: NZ's Highest Peak, Glaciers & Stargazing
The Hooker Valley Track, New Zealand's highest peak, Dark Sky Reserve stargazing, and dramatic Southern Alps scenery.