The Port Douglas Carnivale is set return this May, bigger and brighter than ever! If you haven’t had the opportunity, Port Douglas’ Carnivale showcases the flair of North Queensland through its musicians, local produce and an array of jazzy events. This annual celebration is running from 22nd to 31st May, a perfect time of year to experience the culture and climate of the region.
Autumn in Australia brings a cool to the air, gorgeous colour and falling leaves, smaller crowds and great opportunities for weekend getaways. With just over a month left, we reveal where to take the best romantic autumn breaks.
It’s not the most naturally picturesque tourist district, but there’s a reason people who visit Sydney choose to stay in the Kings Cross/Darlinghurst district. Whether your particular brand of after-dark fun involves leisurely upmarket dining, all-night clubbing or racier shenanigans, the Cross delivers. For me, it was the proximity to the city to attend a conference, but preferring the vibrancy of the precinct as opposed to the formality of CBD hotels.
I asked, what on earth is Dark Mofo? A festival of all things morbid and punk rock is what I originally assumed, but it turns out Dark Mofo celebrates the old and newfangled through fire, rebirth and laser lights, served with a side of music, artwork and gastronomy. The return of this stygian (very dark) festival is set to reignite Hobart’s winter between 12th to 22nd June with its darker and weirder than ever program.
Canberra, Australia’s misunderstood capital isn’t all things political and boring. There’s so much more than meets the eye! With its historical sites, buzzing cafés and natural wonders, you can’t go wrong with Canberra.
