Australia Travel Blog

In winter, the nights in Adelaide are longer and it rains a bit more than in the hot, dry summer months. But Adelaide does not go into hibernation. Instead, people rug up and embrace the colder months by coming together in front of a cosy fire, equipped with a mulled wine. Visiting Adelaide in winter is a special and (heart-)warming experience. Read on for our list of things to do in Adelaide in winter.

Flanked by national parks including towering forests, pristine coastlines and rugged granite outcrops, the Margaret River Region is the quintessential Western Australian holiday destination. This is award-winning wine country with a thriving art scene, incredible hiking trails, and a distinctly circular food philosophy with a great respect for the land - it’s time to rediscover The Margaret River Region.

Did you know you can find the most amazing tropical-looking beaches and surf waves in South Australia? Yes, the state with the most wine regions in Australia and known as the ‘gateway to the Outback’ also has beautiful (and heaps of) beaches that are just waiting to be explored!  We'll show you the best beaches in South Australia.

If you want to plan the perfect Tasmania self drive holiday, then our guide has got everything you need to know to make your road trip the best ever.

Dust off those walking boots and let’s hit the trails! The First Light Travel hiking enthusiasts have put together their ultimate top 10 recommended walks in and around the South Australian capital of Adelaide.

Head to Hobart for a craft whisky extravaganza! Tasmania can barely keep up with the demand for growing barley - and Hobart is the engine room of this boutique distillery boom.

Tasmania’s particular combination of climate and soils – together with a dash of history and happenstance – has helped transform the island state from the “breadbasket” of the colonial mainland to something like the “copper still” of Australia’s booming and burgeoning spirits trade.

Our top recommended 10-day plus itineraries of South Australia are set to inspire you to book off those vacation days and spend some serious downtime exploring Australia’s hidden gems.

South Australia is Australia condensed into one state. It’s almost as if someone set out to travel Australia, then took the best things about each state and built similar versions in South Australia.  Let us show you some of the awesome places in South Australia you need to see! 

Check out our top recommendations for 7 Day itineraries of South Australia to tempt you - inspiring your very own bespoke road trip.