Australasia
Australasia Travel Guides
Written by the specialists who plan our trips to Australasia: where to go, when, and what is worth knowing before you book.
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Luxury Wellness Experiences in Australia
Australia’s unparalleled wellness offering is deeply rooted in its unique combination of natural resources, Indigenous healing traditions, and climate. This country has an abundance of pristine environments, from mineral springs in Daylesford to the shores of Lord Howe Island and the verdant Daintree Rainforest. These landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for restorative experiences that connect guests with nature.
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New Zealand North or South Island: Which Should You Visit?
Planning a trip to New Zealand usually starts with one question: North Island or South Island? The country may look compact on a map, but the two islands offer distinctly different atmospheres. One is shaped by coastline, culture, and wine. The other is defined by mountains, fjords, and vast, cinematic landscapes. Choosing between them is less about right or wrong and more about the kind of experience you want to have.
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Luxury Experiences in Australia’s Outback
Imagine waking up to a panorama of Uluru glowing red at dawn, as you sip espresso on the deck of a tented pavilion. In Australia’s Red Centre, luxury and the outback go hand-in-hand. This remote desert region (home to Uluru/Ayers Rock, Kata Tjuta, and Kings Canyon) provides exclusive lodges and unforgettable experiences that immerse you in spiritual landscapes without sacrificing comfort.
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Plan Your Gay Honeymoon in New Zealand
New Zealand has a reasonable claim to being the most spectacular country on earth for landscape travel. Two islands packed with fiords, volcanoes, glaciers, vineyards, and coastline that shifts from black sand to turquoise depending on which direction you're facing. For a honeymoon, that combination of physical drama and genuine intimacy, particularly in the South Island's quieter corners, is hard to beat.
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Priscilla, Queen of the Desert Filming Locations in Australia
Few films capture Australia’s vast landscapes like The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert. Released in 1994, this cult classic follows two drag queens and a transgender woman as they traverse the Outback in their bus, Priscilla. Their journey from Sydney to Alice Springs is more than just a road trip—it’s a high camp but strangely moving exploration of friendship, all set against some of Australia’s most breathtaking backdrops.
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Air New Zealand asks James Corden to do ‘Cockpit Karaoke’
Many people around the world have fallen in love with James Corden when he introduced his hysterical Carpool karaokes to the world. For those of you who don't know, Comedian James Corden hosts the popular American TV show The Late Late show. The show has not only been a hit for The USA, but the comedian is now an internet sensation all over the world.
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Best Long-Haul Destinations for LGBTQ+ Families
A long-haul family trip is about more than a change of scenery. It is the chance to share experiences that stay with children long after they return home: watching elephants gather at a waterhole, snorkeling above a coral reef, exploring ancient temples, taking a helicopter over glaciers, or discovering a new culture together for the first time. For LGBTQ+ families, the world is full of destinations where adventure, comfort, and connection come together.
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Five reasons New Zealand should be on your bucket list
The paysage Let's get this one out of the way at the beginning. Famed for its incredible scenery, there's a reason why so many movies are filmed there. Just watching The Piano makes us want to grab the nearest musical instrument and run to a beach, however playing the harmonica on Blackpool pier has less of an appeal than the West Coast of New Zealand.
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How We Vet Hotels for LGBTQ+ Clients
At Out Of Office, we do not rely on brochures or generic reviews. Every hotel we recommend has been carefully considered through years of firsthand experience, client feedback, and trusted relationships on the ground. Finding the right hotel is about more than five-star ratings. For LGBTQ+ travelers, it is about feeling genuinely welcome. Here is how we vet every property before we recommend it. We see it for ourselves Whenever possible, we visit.
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Luxury Island Hopping in Australia: Tasmania to the Whitsundays
Soft white sands, turquoise lagoons, emerald forests – and you, arriving by private yacht or seaplane to yet another idyllic isle. Island hopping in Australia can be a great way to explore the country in style. From the coral-fringed Whitsundays on the Great Barrier Reef, to a chic hotel off Perth’s coast, to the wild beauty of Tasmania’s isles – Australia’s islands are waiting to be explored.
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Australia’s Ghan & Great Southern Rail for LGBTQ+ Travelers
A lone red locomotive snakes across sunburnt plains as the sun casts a golden halo over eucalyptus trees… Welcome aboard Australia’s luxury trains, where the journey is the destination. The Ghan and the Great Southern are not just trains; they are moving five-star hotels that carry you in style through some of the most spectacular landscapes on Earth. This is the best way to explore Australia’s red center in style.
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Australia’s Great Barrier Reef: Luxury Tours and Experiences
Sunlight filters through crystal-clear water as you glide over vibrant coral gardens, a kaleidoscope of fish swirling around you. Above, a private yacht awaits your return, chilled champagne in hand. This is not a billionaire’s daydream – it’s the reality of diving the Great Barrier Reef in style.
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South Pacific Luxury Tour: Explore Fiji, New Zealand and Australia
Tailor-made VacationThree countries, one itinerary, and a private island finale. Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey that ventures through the heart of Australia, the wild beauty of New Zealand, and the idyllic islands of Fiji. This 24-day bespoke itinerary has been thoughtfully designed for those seeking both adventure and indulgence. Begin in Queensland’s tropical north, where the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest offer an incredible immersion into two World Heritage wonders.
24 days tailor-made from $17,850 per person View trip
New Zealand: The Complete North to South Island Self-Drive
Tailor-made VacationFourteen days, two islands, one rental car. The route runs from Auckland south through the geothermal landscapes of Rotorua, the Art Deco streets of Napier, and the harbour hills of Wellington, before crossing by ferry to the South Island and continuing through Nelson, the glaciers of Franz Josef, and the mountains around Queenstown to finish in Christchurch. It covers the full length of New Zealand at a pace that lets the country actually land.
14 days tailor-made from $6,450 per person View trip
Western Australia: Wildlife and Wine Tour
Tailor-made VacationExperience the untamed beauty and refined elegance of Australia on a journey that traverses wine country, wild coastlines, ancient outback, and world-class reefs. This journey showcases Western Australia's vibrant wildlife, stunning natural beauty and luxurious food scene. Begin in Adelaide, a city where heritage architecture and creative energy blend seamlessly. Sip your way through the Barossa Valley’s storied vineyards, then journey to Kangaroo Island, a sanctuary of sea lions, fur seals and endemic wildlife.
18 days tailor-made from $12,955 per person View tripWhere to stay in Australasia
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