All the things you love
and none of the things you don't
Our local knowledge makes the difference for your bespoke holiday through New Zealand or Australia. Your journey Down Under starts here.
We will ensure your accommodation has all the comforts of home. We have hand-selected a range of great places to stay all throughout Australia that offers the facilities to suit all ages of kids. Mix it up. By the beach. Lakeside. In the countryside. A farm-stay. Or get “off the grid” in the outback.
How would you like your accommodation?
An award-winning 750-acre sheep farm estate in the middle of southern Tasmania. Surrounded by an abundance of luscious, rare and unique tropical flora and fauna is a holiday house. A villa amidst the Aussie bush. A bohemian styled island resort. A luxury cottage in the countryside. And more.
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Look inside 10 of our luxury accommodations for families
Visit a tropical haven that showcases the Australian bush and beaches in style - Magnetic Island. Feel at ease… read more
Encounter a tropical oasis that lays on the most northerly point of the Great Barrier Reef, Lizard Island. Lose… read more
Tucked away in between the rolling hills on 30 acres of pure Australian nature is a beach house. A place to relax,… read more
Stay at a station and homestead which covers over 500,000 acres of the Northern Territory. This property is one of… read more
Seventy-four islands, many of which are uninhabited, make up the majestic Whitsundays. Located in Queensland,… read more
Discover Australia’s most accessible outback, Flinders Ranges. Located in South Australia, an approximately… read more
"I love to share my wonderful world with guests, so they have an unforgettable experience."
Margit, Local host
Did you know?
In our original business plan, made in 2006, it was already decided to look for as many climate-friendly solutions and travel components as possible, in close collaboration with local and small-scale accommodation owners.
Good to know
At TravelEssence, we almost exclusively book local, small-scale accommodations, run by locals because of their sustainable choices, regional products and care for their environment; but also to support local employment.
Useful facts
Culinary
Australia has a large variety of food to satisfy your families needs. Go on a journey and discover Aussie food together with your kids. Featuring juicy fresh tropical fruits, such as mangoes, passionfruit, pawpaws (papaya), lychee, dragon fruit and pineapples. There are many new taste sensations to discover.
Australia has many child-friendly cafes and restaurants to choose from. Be sure to try an Aussie brunch. Find a cafe by the beach and soak up the Australian lifestyle. Start with an iced-coffee or a flat white.
Purchase some take away fish and chips and sit on a picnic table in the park. Or take advantage of a ‘free’ barbecue. Taste some of Australia’s fresh seafood. No matter how fussy the kids are, Australia has something to tantalise their taste buds!
Barbecues in Australia
Would you like to experience an Aussie-style barbecue? Australia has ‘free’ barbecues all over the country. Relax in a shaded park and soak up the Aussie lifestyle. And keep your eye out for native wildlife including a large assortment of birds. Be sure to use the region's best locally produced products too!
Accommodation check in & out times
Check in and check out times vary from accommodation to accommodation. However, the average time for check-in time is from 3 pm till 6 pm. If you wish to arrive earlier than this, please contact the hosts in advance to see if this is possible. We will also provide more specific information about the check-in/check-out time of each accommodation you are staying at on a provided voucher. Check out time is generally before 10 am.
Food and groceries
During your holiday Downunder, some places are remote and therefore grocery shopping may need to be thought of in advance, before arriving at your accommodation. We will provide you with more information about this on a voucher.
Please be aware that some places have limited trading hours, especially on Sunday. And on some public holidays, for example, Good Friday, you are not able to purchase alcohol from the liquor store. We recommend planning in advance to avoid any food and drink shortages.
WiFi & internet
Please be aware that some remote accommodations, Downunder have limited WiFi access or none at all. In some places, you may also need to pay for WiFi and internet access. This, of course, varies from accommodation to accommodation.
Safety and ease of travel in Australia
Is Australia a safe country to travel? Yes, overall it’s a safe destination to visit. Australia has a low crime rate and generally, Australians live a safe lifestyle. And Aussies are renowned for being friendly. But, we still recommend using your common sense as you would if you were at home. Most cities and towns are safe at night. However, in some places, it's better to call a cab for a short distance than walk the streets alone. If you are unsure, please ask your hosts for more information about the local area.
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All the things you love
and none of the things you don't
Our local knowledge makes the difference for your bespoke holiday through New Zealand or Australia. Your journey Down Under starts here.
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