Quick Trips
Even though we all love a good long holiday, sometimes we can only fit in a quick trip in every now and again. We’ve found some great places within a few hours of major cities around Australia that you can duck off to for a quiet weekend away.
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CamdenLocation: Camden Camden SydneyJust over an hourCamdenhas the small country town feel with the added bonus of being about an hours drive from Sydney. There’s plenty of history in Camden to explore as Camden was the birthplace of the wool, wine and wheat industries. | More
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MaroochydoreLocation: Maroochydore Sunshine Coast Brisbane QueenslandJust under 2 hoursNothing says Sunshine Coast like Maroochydore. With lots of sandy beaches, relaxed and friendly locals, riverside views and of course, plenty of sunshine, you can guarantee a fabulous quick trip. | More
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RobeLocation: Robe Robe Adelaide South Australia3.5hrsRobe is found on the Limestone Coast. You can relax on the beach, explore the town or indulge in tasty local produce such as freshly caught crayfish. | More
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BallaratLocation: Ballarat Ballarat Victoria75 minutesGold still reportedly lies around Ballarat, and with this town’s grand stately buildings, it’s not hard to tell a lot of it was dug up already. The town is most famous for the Eureka Rebellion in 1854 after tensions with the... | More
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BallaratLocation: Ballarat Ballarat Melbourne Victoria75 minutesGold still reportedly lies around Ballarat, and with this town’s grand stately buildings, it’s not hard to tell a lot of it was dug up already. The town is most famous for the Eureka Rebellion in 1854 after tensions with the... | More
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BowralLocation: Bowral Bowral Sydney New South Wales1.5hr drive from SydneyA long-time destination for holidaying Sydneysiders – in fact, it has been since the 1860s when wealthy families built grand English-style country homes to escape from the city. These days, the town is still an ideal getaway. | More
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Port Stephens, NSWLocation: Port Stephens Port Stephens Sydney New South WalesApprox 3 hoursWith miles of gorgeous white beaches, it’s no wonder whales and dolphins flock to the Port Stephens idyllic coastline. There are plenty of water activities around Port Stephens, from boat cruises to fishing. Landlubbers don’t have to... | More
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Illawarra RegionLocation: Illawarra Region Wollongong Sydney New South WalesThe beautiful Grand Pacific Drive winds its way down through the Illawarra region, just two hours south of Sydney. A stop at the 665m Sea Cliff Bridge is ideal to take in the beautiful coastal views and beyond. Thereís a... | More
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Halls GapLocation: Halls Gap VictoriaHidden in the heart of the Grampians NP, Halls Gap is found in one of the most beautiful places in Victoria, just three hours north-west of Melbourne. Surrounded by towering mountains, Halls Gap is the perfect haven for a relaxing... | More
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LauncestonLocation: Launceston Hobart TasmaniaUnder three hoursAs Tasmania’s second largest city, a quick trip to Launceston is a great way to spend a few days break. As you make your way to Launceston, stop at some of the great wineries in the Tamar Valley. | More