First Nations Australia
9 incredible cultural experiences for your next getaway
Holidays aren’t just fun – they’re awesome opportunities to experience and appreciate other cultures. With over 260 First Nations language groups and more than 60,000 years of heritage and history, Australia is home to some of the world’s most unbelievable – and, for many people, life-changing – cultural experiences. Here are nine of our faves, …
10 awesome businesses you can support for Indigenous Business Month (and beyond!)
October is Indigenous Business Month and you know what that means? It’s the perfect time to celebrate Indigenous entrepreneurship in Australia. From local tourism and fashion to unique art and food, there’s so much First Nations history and culture to explore. With every purchase, you are contributing to the preservation and celebration of First Nations …
13 books to match your dream Aussie Holiday
Holidaying in Australia is pretty amazing. Gold Coast beaches? Awesome. The Sydney Opera House? Seriously impressive. And what about Uluru? Absolutely stunning. And no matter where you love to travel in Australia, there’s a book to match! Our mates at Booktopia, biggest Australian-owned online bookstore, have shared some delightful reads to enjoy while on holidays. …
8 amazing natural landmarks within 4 hours of Australian capital cities
I love Australia. Like, I am really in love with Australia. I’m not normally one for overt displays of patriotism but how good is this country?! It has unique and stunning landscapes, over 60,000 years of First Nations history and culture, and you very, very rarely have to worry about frostbite. It’s also got the …
9 unmissable First Nations events and festivals in 2023
2022 saw the return of some of Australia’s most spectacular cultural festivals and events and in 2023 they are set to be even bigger and better! To make sure you don’t miss out on some of this year’s most incredible opportunities to experience and celebrate First Nations cultures, we’ve put together a list of 9 …
5 ways to support First Nations communities while travelling
With both domestic and international borders reopening, tourism has returned and many of us are yearning to travel again. Why wouldn’t we be? Australia is home to some of the world’s most spectacular regions to explore, from the gorgeous, rugged coastlines to the spectacular countryside or the vibrant sand of the Red Centre. Over 260 …
I took a life-changing trip to regional Australia. Here’s why you should, too!
Earlier this year, the Wotif crew came across a beautiful project that was taking place in Queensland in July. Led by writer Johnny Danalis and a band of dedicated volunteers, the Star of Taroom walk planned to return a displaced stone of significance to Queensland’s local Iman people 500km back to Country in regional Queensland. …
7 awesome First Nations experiences every Aussie should have
Australia’s First Nations culture is estimated to date back more than 60,000 years, making it the oldest continuous culture in the entire world! 🤯 We’re so lucky to have access to this rich, ancient culture right here in Oz. Here are just a few of the many amazing First Nations experiences you can immerse yourself …
