Top nine posts of 2016

So you’re back at work and in need of a distraction? Well here it is, our most popular posts of last year! Have you read them all? Get up to speed, get inspired and then get planning your 2017 travel adventures.

9. 48 hours in Melbourne with World of Wanderlust
Travel blogger extraordinaire Brooke Saward was up for the challenge to live last minute and let a magic 8 ball guide her spontaneous trip to Melbourne.

8. 6 emotional stages of coming home from holidays
This is probably extremely useful for many of us right about now. The January struggle is real. We’re at stage five.

7. Hotels worth splurging for
If you like your getaways with a whole lot of luxury, this post is for you. From Saffire Freycinet in Tasmania to Alila Villas in Uluwatu, our Managing Editor wraps up her fave five-star stays.

6. 7 reasons why travelling is healthy for you
Keep this one up your sleeve when you really need to justify booking that next trip.

5. The ultimate Sydney foodie hit list
Whether you’re a Sydney local or a visitor, this post will help get your weekend wining and dining plans sorted, stat.

4. 21 reasons to stay at Elements of Byron
We probably could have convinced you in a sentence – “Brand new sprawling beachfront resort in Byron Bay with a killer pool, gourmet restaurant and top location” – but we’re all about the details. And Elements of Byron certainly delivered as one of our fave stays of 2016.

3. 8 romantic getaways worth dropping hints for
Loved up and looking to spoil your significant other? Look no further than these seriously swoon-worthy Aussie getaways.

2. Music festivals that need to be on your bucket list
One of the best reasons to travel is for an event and they don’t get much more memorable than music festivals like Coachella and Glastonbury.

1. Survival guide: 12 tips for your next music festival
It seems you guys really like your music festivals, taking out #1 and #2 spots! This post has some real gems including packing for hot days and freeze your booty off nights, and not being too cool to wear a poncho. Oh and don’t even think about not taking gumboots.

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