Who doesn’t love travelling? And while we love a local escape or a little beach getaway, 2026 may be the year where you want to venture a bit farther, or take a more luxurious staycation. That’s where these deals come in!
Local deals
Having recently launched new Sydney-Brisbane and Brisbane-Cairns routes, perfect for the summer holidays, FlixBus has announced $9.99 tickets on all Australian routes until February 28, as long as you get snag your spots before January 6.
FlixBus routes depart every day and include stops all along the coast, making it one of the most affordable and convenient forms of travel within Oz! Get your tickets here.
Whether you end up travelling or if you would rather a romantic staycation in Brissy but you’re not ready for the next step, Crystalbrook Collection is offering the grandeur and celebratory vibe of a honeymoon at their luxury properties in Cairns, Sydney, Byron Bay, Newcastle and Brisbane until March.
Their Unhoneymoon: No Rings Attached package includes a stay of at least 3 nights, with bubbly and a cocktail on arrival, a cheese and charcuterie board and even a delicious after-dark dessert delivery, for a little late-night decadence. You have until March 31 to not say “I do.” Go here to book.
Or, if you’re looking to catch up on your beauty sleep this summer, Emporium Hotel has paired up with beloved beauty brand Naked Sundays for a limited-edition experience until February 1. With margaritas on arrival, dining credit for the hotel’s mouth-watering and award-wining restaurants, and a curated Naked Sundays gift pack, you’ll have that perfect, Summer State of Mind.
International deals
Starting June 22, travelling to Queenstown is about to get much easier for Brisbanites, with Air New Zealand launching a direct flight to the gorgeous Kiwi destination! This new route will operate three times a week until October 23, coinciding with the ski season, so get ready to shoop, shoop and book your flights here!
If you were thinking more tropical, Malaysia Airlines has now restored non-stop flights between Brisbane and Kuala Lumpur, and Jetstar has started flying direct to paradisical Cebu — they only one to do so in Australia — and you can take advantage of this seasonal deal until May 16.