Destination: Australia
Your Aussie adventure awaits!
Experience dazzling sun, luscious rainforests, unique wildlife, laid-back people, and the best beaches in the world – all in the land Down Under.
With links to super useful info & travel inspo, this page is your springboard for planning your trip to Australia. So, curious traveller – come and explore our gorgeous country. We can't wait to see you!
Coming to Australia
Visa requirements
Before you begin your trip to Australia, check out the visa requirements for travellers.
How to book a trip to Australia
From tourist visas to booking advice – this is your step-by-step guide to everything need to know to get here and get exploring!
The best jobs for Working Holiday Makers in Australia
Working while you’re travelling may sound a bit… counterintuitive, but aside from earning you money to prolong your travels, you only need to take a glance at the kinds of jobs available to working holiday makers in Australia to really start getting excited at the prospect!
Australia FAQ: Your questions answered
Got a question about Australia? Hold that thought... We've compiled a list of some of most frequently asked questions about this Sunburnt Country, so you're covered for all the essential info!
Tips for travellers to Australia
You're not in Kansas anymore! Australia is a massive, diverse country with a wealth of adventure waiting to be discovered - these basic hints and tips should set you up for success...
Be inspired
20 must-do backpacker experiences in Australia
From wildlife to wilderness, Australia has no shortage of magnificent sights and epic experiences to discover. To help you make the most of your time Down Under we’ve rounded up 20 iconic things you have to tick off your Aussie bucket list.
Weird and wonderful natural phenomena in Australia
Meteorite craters, coral spawnings and eye-popping pink lakes — Australia hosts some of the planet’s most mind-blowing natural phenomena. Whether you’re a science enthusiast, a thrill seeker or you just love nature, add these awe-inspiring spectacles to your Aussie itinerary.
Australia’s cutest animals… and where to find them
Australia isn’t only full of sharks and spiders and snakes – there are plenty of animals that aren’t trying to kill you, and a lot of them are absolutely adorable! Here's how and where to see them in person...
The 20 Aussie slang words you need to know
Yes, Australians speak English. Struggling to understand the locals in this land of 'snags on the barbie' and 'choccy bikkies and a cuppa'? Use this dictionary of Aussie slang to help translate.
The top arts and culture festivals in Australia
Whether you want to laugh yourself silly, dance the night away, or indulge your passion for words, wine or creativity, we’ve rounded up the very best arts and culture festivals across the country.
6 great mountains to hike in Australia
Australia might not be home to the world’s highest peaks, but we sure have an incredible variety of mountains worth hiking. Here are just six spectacular summits to bag across the country and make it back to ground level in time for dinner.
Where to find amazing First Nations experiences in Australia
Imagine the tales you could tell if you had at least 65,000 years of ancestral knowledge to draw from. No matter how well you think you know Australia, you're guaranteed to learn something new with these First-Nations-led experiences.
14 reasons you should drop everything and visit Australia
Sick of long, bleak winters, grey skies and scraping frost off your windscreen? This is why you should pack your bags and thaw out Down Under.
9 of Australia's most incredible UNESCO sites
From otherworldly natural areas to storied historical buildings, Australia’s 20 World Heritage Sites have been deemed worthy of preservation by UNESCO due to their universal value to humanity.
12 curious facts about koalas
One of Australia's most iconic creatures, the tree-dwelling koala is a weird and wonderful creature with some pretty unique characteristics. We've put together 12 curious facts about these fuzzy tree huggers which might leave you looking at them a little differently...
11 awesome adrenaline rushes around Australia
From white-knuckle bungy jumps to swimming with whale sharks, exhilarating adventures can be found all over Australia. Here are eleven of the best!
Making tracks: Australia’s greatest train journeys
There's something special about travelling by rail. These incredible train journeys carve through some of Australia’s most stunning regions, complementing remarkable landscapes with history, culture and cuisine. Hop aboard and get ready to make some core memories...
The most beautiful places in Australia
Australia is one of the most vast and geographically diverse countries in the world. State by state, we're choosing the most breathtaking pieces of natural beauty in Australia.
20 Aussie slang phrases you need to know
Keen to hit the ground running on your next trip to Australia? Learn the local lingo and you’ll be talking like an Aussie in no time. Here's 20 must-know phrases to add to your Down Under vernacular.
You'll love these destinations...
YHA Sydney Central
Located in a heritage-listed building in the heart of Sydney, this bustling international hub is next to all major train & tram lines for easy access to the city's top attractions.
YHA Melbourne Central
Tucked between the downtown Melbourne highrises and with trams on its doorstep, this heritage-listed YHA is the perfect platform for exploring Australia's trendiest city.
YHA Brisbane City
Nestled in Brisbane's traveller precinct and within walking distance of Suncorp Stadium, this buzzing, diverse inner-city YHA boasts a rooftop pool and bar.
YHA Cairns Central
Centrally located in Cairns, this relaxed YHA offers a warm community feel, great outdoor living spaces and lush tropical surrounds.
YHA Sydney Harbour
This modern, sustainable property in The Rocks draws an international crowd with its world-class harbour views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House.
YHA Byron Bay
Relax in good company at this state-of-the-art, sustainable YHA in Byron Bay. With gorgeous communal spaces & a great social vibe, you'll never want to leave.
YHA Coolangatta (Gold Coast)
Barely a stone's throw from the airport, this charming, beach-adjacent YHA is an excellent choice for surf-lovers visiting Queensland's Gold Coast.
