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Take your holiday off the beaten track to a place where the stars are brighter and the water more blue than you can imagine. Fly with QantasLink and explore Australia via some of the best beaches, breathtaking natural wonders, and the most remote holiday destinations on the planet.
If there's one thing Australia does well, it's a beach holiday. From family memories of fish and chips and sandcastles to romantic evenings sipping cocktails against a beach sunset with loved ones, there’s not much that makes a holiday special quite like a trip to the coast. And with a mainland coastline stretching more than 30,000km - there's a whole lot of white sandy beach, turquoise water and world-famous reef to explore in regional Australia.
Spectacular beaches, world-class festivals, and vibrant community spirit are just some of the reasons why Byron Bay is a must visit destination. Direct flights from Sydney to Ballina commence 8 April 2020 subject to government and regulatory approval.
Plan your trip to Ballina (Byron Bay)Coffs Harbour is nestled between breathtaking mountains and sandy beaches in Northern New South Wales. A favourite destination for family holidays or a beach escape, this stunning region enjoys one of Australia's most liveable climates.
Read about Coffs harbourExmouth is a nature-lover's paradise with clear turquoise waters and an incredible diversity of underwater life. Swim with the famous whale sharks or see the dolphins, manta rays, turtles, dugong and humpback whales.
View Exmouth travel guideImagine being alone on a mountain-top, with nothing around you but silence and breathtaking national park. Or is your idea of adventure being face to face with a 16-foot great white shark? Whether you're after rainforest and waterfalls or mountains and majestic sea creatures, it's time to strap on your hiking boots and pack the binoculars because these destinations offer natural encounters you'll remember forever.
Port Lincoln is the seafood capital of Australia, with tuna, oysters and kingfish caught fresh daily. As a nature destination, explore the Eyre Peninsula's beach and cliffs, and for those with a sense of adventure, swim with Australia sea lions or cage dive with a great white shark.
Read the Port Lincoln travel guideHervey Bay is well-known for its breathtaking whale watching experience. From exploring the vibrant coral gardens, wandering the 26 hectares of botanic gardens, or an unforgettable trip to Fraser Island, whatever your reason, Hervey Bay can get you that little closer to nature.
Discover Hervey BayLaunceston is a vibrant hub for food, wine, culture and a whole lot of nature. Visit the Tamar River Valley and Tasmania’s premier wine region boasting farmers' markets, cooking schools and vineyards. There's also limitless possibility for adventure with Cradle Mountain close by.
Plan your trip to LauncestonAs close to paradise on Earth as you can fine, World Heritage-listed Lord Howe Island hosts only 400 visitors at a time. Picturesque mountains, world-class hiking, surf breaks and underwater life make it perfect for adventure seekers or a romantic escape.
Plan a trip to Lord Howe IslandYou won't find cars on Hamilton Island, instead you'll find pristine white beaches and crystal clear water filled with coral and marine life. One of the Whitsunday Islands, this is the perfect base for exploring the Great Barrier Reef and world-famous Whitehaven Beach.
Find flights to Hamilton IslandAn easy flight from the mainland, Kangaroo Island offers natural beauty, beaches, fresh seafood and local wines. It's also a sanctuary for native wildlife such as koalas, wombats, wallabies, fairy penguins and of course its namesake, the kangaroo.
Discover Kangaroo IslandAlice Springs is a buzzing outback city and a great base to see the red centre of Australia. Mountain bike through the surrounding trails, go outback ballooning or visit the historic Telegraph Station before exploring the Alice Springs Desert Park nearby.
Read more about Alice SpringsDiscover the country's most iconic and culturally significant landmark in the middle of the Australia desert. Walk or cycle around the base of this mammoth rock, explore the national park and hear the traditional Aboriginal stories of the land.
Read the Uluru travel guideBroome is famous for rugged wilderness, turquoise water, beach camel rides and some of the most breathtaking sunsets on the planet. With a year-round tropical climate, stunning coast that stretches for miles, you're going to want to slowdown to Broome time.
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