Couple on a guided snorkelling tour of the Great Barrier Reef © Tourism and Events Queensland

12 days of Christmas gifting

Give the gift of unforgettable memories.

What if this year, holiday gifts weren’t wrapped in paper? What if they weren’t something you could hold, but rather a meal to be tasted, a retreat to somewhere spectacular or an adventure to embark on?

There are endless travel experiences your loved ones are sure to cherish, not only giving family and friends the chance to create new memories, but also support Australia’s tourism industry.

Check out our reimagined 12 days of Christmas carol for great gift ideas.

The Mayfair Hotel in Adelaide © Adam Bruzzone 2014

12 rooms for sleeping

Wherever you travel in Australia, you’re sure to find a stylish stay just as epic as the destination itself. Treat your loved one to an exciting escape at one of the country’s trendiest hotels.

Cradle Mountain, Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, TAS © Tourism Tasmania

11 paths for hiking

A guided hike is the complete package for outdoor adventurers – stress-free planning, epic wilderness and the opportunity to reconnect with nature. Who wouldn’t put that on their Christmas list?

Couple dining at Dier Makr restaurant in Hobart © Osborne Images

10 meals worth booking

Australian cuisine is innovative and inviting, with flavours you’ll remember long after you leave the restaurant. If you’ve got a foodie in your life, a modern meal in a beautiful restaurant is the perfect gift.

The d'Arenberg Cube, McLaren Vale, SA © d'Arenberg Pty Ltd

9 wines for tasting

From blending your own wine at d’Arenberg to a unique wine and fly fishing experience at Josef Chromy, Australia’s vineyards offer much more than your standard cellar door.

Kakadu Cultural Tours, NT © James Fisher, Tourism Australia

8 tours with purpose

Make your next holiday more than a holiday. From helping bushfire recovery to learning from Australia’s traditional owners, your getaway can be both meaningful and memorable.

Snorkelers swim alongside a turtle in the Great Barrier Reef © Tourism Australia

7 swims with sea life

It’s not just iconic furry friends that put Australia on the wildlife map. Dive into our turquoise waters and you’ll discover creatures you’ve only dreamt of.

Swan River Seaplane, Margaret River, Western Australia © Swan River Seaplanes

6 skies for soaring

Australia is home to abundant vivid landscapes, but take to our pastel skies and you’ll gain a whole new perspective of the land. Book a luxury air tour for an unforgettable aerial experience.

Woman doing a yoga pose on the grass at Gaia Retreat and Spa © Tourism Australia

5 days of bliss

After a tough year, we could all use a little “me time.” So what better gift than the feeling of ultimate relaxation? Stretch out at one of Australia’s most beautiful yoga retreats and feel your worries drift away.

Aerial of Wilson Island © Tourism and Events Queensland

4 secluded stays

Australia has no shortage of spectacular secluded stays. If you’ve got a friend who could do with a little less tech and a little more nature, make Christmas extra special with the gift of an off-grid getaway.

Museum of Underwater Art, Townsville, Queensland © Tourism and Events Queensland

3 Aussie gems

Some of Australia’s destinations are iconic – but even icons have hidden adventures. You could climb the entirety of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, explore caves near Uluru or swim through a museum...that’s underwater.

Two children playing on the beach at Rottnest Island © Rottnest Island Authority

2 family trips

There’s no better gift than time spent with family. Whether you watch your kids uncover the magic of Kakadu or dive into the culture of Canberra, you’ll make memories that’ll last a lifetime.

Koalas cuddling in a tree at Mount Lofty in South Australia © George Papanicolaou

And a koala in a gum tree

There are some things in life you’ll never forget. And hugging a koala is one of them. So give the gift of a koala cuddle near the Gold Coast, near Adelaide and even on the Sunshine Coast.

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