Across New South Wales, travellers are still heading outdoors, but doing so differently. Increasingly, they want immersion without inconvenience. Nature, yes. Stress, no.

While the rankings paint a picture of aspiration and escape, the research ultimately serves a commercial purpose. As a comparison platform, iSelect’s focus extends beyond inspiration to the practicalities and risks of travel, particularly insurance.

Travellers are increasingly seeking journeys that leave them refreshed Australians are rethinking how they holiday, with more people trading fast-paced itineraries and traditional beach escapes for travel experiences centred on wellbeing, connection, and cultural immersion. Rather than simply ticking off bucket-list destinations or switching off from daily life, travellers are increasingly seeking journeys that leave them feeling physically refreshed, mentally reset, and more

Short, drive-to breaks are firmly in favour, Australians are rethinking how they travel, and in 2026 the message is clear: less rushing, more breathing space, and holidays that actually feel like a break. New travel patterns emerging ahead of the year point to a decisive shift away from frantic itineraries and overcrowded peak periods, towards slower, simpler and more restorative escapes. Hot in 2026 Short, drive-to breaks are firmly in favour, with weekend escapes and easy r

If planning a holiday with friends or a partner feels more stressful than exciting, astrology might have something to say about it. Psychic World has team up with astrologer Inbaal Honigman, who says some star sign pairings are practically doomed once passports come out and itineraries appear. From clashing sleep schedules to opposing ideas of what counts as fun, here are the zodiac combinations most likely to argue over taxis, tourist traps and bedtime in 2026. Leo and Scorp

For nearly half the country, the big financial goal for 2026 isn’t a house deposit, an investment portfolio or even retirement. It’s a holiday. New research from Money.com.au shows 46 per cent of Australians have listed travel among their top savings priorities for the year ahead, making it the second year in a row that holidays have topped the list. That equates to around 10.2 million people actively putting money aside to get away. The findings suggest that while cost-of-l

If your last holiday left you feeling like you needed another holiday, you’re not alone. According to Wendy Wu Tours’ first-ever annual report,

Big ships are out, small ships are in. Australians are embracing the luxury of boutique cruising, with fewer guests and more crew, offering the chance to explore lesser-known ports without the crowds.

You know that feeling when spring hits, the sun actually sticks around past 5 pm, and you start wondering if your boss would notice if you “worked remotely” from the beach?

Reflections Holidays is moving beyond accommodation, opening venue spaces for hire across New South Wales in locations that lean hard into scenery and access to nature.

New research shows that Australians are trimming their dining out, takeaway, and entertainment expenses to bankroll getaways, with many opting for closer, cheaper trips as costs bite.

Standfirst: Visa’s 2025 night-time index puts Melbourne on top, Sydney’s suburbs are surging, Gen Z is leading the charge, and Australians want more night markets, festivals and affordable options.