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For some, a road trip means drive-throughs, audiobooks, and bag after bag of lollies. For others, it means escape, the windows down, and the tunes hitting just right.

However you like to do your road trips, one thing isn’t in doubt: the best way to discover this beautiful country and really get to know it is by car. Australia has almost a million kilometres of road, connecting our smallest towns (and their amazing bakeries) to our biggest cities.

Together with Avis, we’ve hit the road to discover what’s out there – and hopefully, we’ll inspire you to do the same.

What To Do (and Where To Eat) on a Daytrip From Sydney to Newcastle
What To Do (and Where To Eat) on a Daytrip From Sydney to Newcastle
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Drive north a few hours to find that holiday feeling. In partnership with Avis, here’s where to find small-batch hokey-pokey gelato, secluded beaches and the southern hemisphere’s largest ocean pool.
Win: The Winter Road Trip of Your Dreams, Worth $3000
Win: The Winter Road Trip of Your Dreams, Worth $3000
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We’re giving away vouchers for flights, car hire, accommodation and even pocket money – just choose where you want to go, plan an itinerary and book it.
Camel Sausages, Ancient Red Peaks and the Starriest Night Skies: Our Guide to a Flinders Ranges Road Trip
Camel Sausages, Ancient Red Peaks and the Starriest Night Skies: Our Guide to a Flinders Ranges Road Trip
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The otherworldly landscape of the Flinders Ranges is bucket-list stuff – and it’s best explored on a cruisy scenic drive. In partnership with Avis, here are the places to add to your itinerary, including a famous outback pub, a giant natural amphitheatre, and the ultimate stargazing spot.
A Food Trail From Brisbane to Burleigh Heads (and What To Do Beyond the Beach)
A Food Trail From Brisbane to Burleigh Heads (and What To Do Beyond the Beach)
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With a few detours, the journey between the airport and Gold Coast is a two-day tour of the best bites in Brisbane and beyond. In partnership with Avis, here are meals worth taking the next exit for.
Picnic Snacks, a Scenic Hike and Plenty of Dips: Caroline Clements's Guide to the Northern Beaches
Picnic Snacks, a Scenic Hike and Plenty of Dips: Caroline Clements's Guide to the Northern Beaches
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The swimming-hole aficionado shares her picks for the ultimate summer day out. In partnership with Avis, she takes us from Manly to Palm Beach (and across Pittwater) with stops at her local favourites along the way.
Volcanic Rocks, Award-Winning Pies and Contemporary Art: Evi O’s Guide to a Hanging Rock Road Trip
Volcanic Rocks, Award-Winning Pies and Contemporary Art: Evi O’s Guide to a Hanging Rock Road Trip
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“It’s like an instant holiday.” In partnership with Avis, the Sydney-based artist and Day Trip co-author shares her go-to bushwalking spots, a must-visit regional gallery (in a former 1850s butter factory) and her favourite award-winning pies – all just a quick drive from Melbourne.
Sand Dunes, Caves and Deserted Beaches: A Picturesque Road Trip from Perth to Jurien Bay (and Geraldton)
Sand Dunes, Caves and Deserted Beaches: A Picturesque Road Trip from Perth to Jurien Bay (and Geraldton)
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From otherworldly rock formations to fresh seafood straight from the Indian Ocean, there’s plenty to see and do over the 230-kilometre stretch. In partnership with Avis, we’ve put together the ultimate three-day itinerary to explore it.
Win: A Food-Fuelled Weekend Road Trip From Brissie to the Gold Coast – Worth Over $2000
Win: A Food-Fuelled Weekend Road Trip From Brissie to the Gold Coast – Worth Over $2000
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Ready to hit the road? In partnership with Avis, we’re giving away a choose-your-own-adventure trip so you can try some of the Sunshine State’s top dining spots and stay wherever you please.
Old-School Greek Delis, Rolling Hills and a Coastal Treehouse: A Road Trip from Sydney to Wollongong With Chef Mischa Tropp
Old-School Greek Delis, Rolling Hills and a Coastal Treehouse: A Road Trip from Sydney to Wollongong With Chef Mischa Tropp
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The Keralan chef shares his food-oriented tips for driving from Sydney Airport to the coastal city. In partnership with Avis, he takes us to an eco treehouse at the foothills of Mount Kembla, with detours for Taiwanese rice rolls and an old-school Greek deli.
“This Is Where I’m Safe”: Artist Lowell Hunter’s Guide to the Great Ocean Road
“This Is Where I’m Safe”: Artist Lowell Hunter’s Guide to the Great Ocean Road
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It’s one of Australia’s most iconic drives, but there are still plenty of hidden gems along the Great Ocean Road. In partnership with Avis, artist Lowell Hunter shares a few of his favourite beaches and pit stops along this world-famous ocean drive.
The Scenic Route From Brisbane to Noosa – And Where To Stop Along the Way
The Scenic Route From Brisbane to Noosa – And Where To Stop Along the Way
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Dotted with food and coffee breaks, markets and scenery stops, and with Noosa’s famous beaches as a final destination, this is a road trip worth the drive. In partnership with Avis, here are the highlights of the hinterland on the way to the Sunshine Coast.
Cruising From Adelaide to the Yorke Peninsula: Where To Eat, Stay and Play Along the Way
Cruising From Adelaide to the Yorke Peninsula: Where To Eat, Stay and Play Along the Way
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Gulp down fish tacos by the coast, visit a bubblegum-pink lake, sample plump Pacific oysters and amble through the gorgeous landscapes of Dhilba Guuranda-Innes National Park. In partnership with Avis, we sketch out a road trip to Yorke Peninsula.
The Scenic Route From Perth to Margaret River (and Back) Including Where To Stop Along the Way
The Scenic Route From Perth to Margaret River (and Back) Including Where To Stop Along the Way
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Western Australia’s Margaret River region is a destination all on its own. But the journey from Perth to the world-famous wine region offers almost as much as the region itself. In partnership with Avis, here are the spots to add to your itinerary.
From Launceston to Freycinet: Where To Eat, Stay and Explore on a Road Trip Through Tasmania’s East Coast
From Launceston to Freycinet: Where To Eat, Stay and Explore on a Road Trip Through Tasmania’s East Coast
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The island state is teeming with bucket-list holiday spots – and it’s best explored via a cruisy scenic drive. In partnership with Avis, we’ve put together a multi-day guide from Launceston to one of Tasmania’s most beautiful national parks.

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