Tired of the dreary, drizzly weather? Ready to stop layering all your clothes on top of one another just to walk to the mailbox? It might be time for a road trip to a warmer location, and we’ve got just the place: the Atherton Tablelands. This little pocket of goodness is found a little back from the coastline between Cairns and Townsville, so it is sometimes overlooked for … [Read more...] about Heat things up with a road trip to the Atherton Tablelands
Road Trips
Big Trips To See Australia’s Big Things
The best way to see the real Australia is to take your time, hire a car and go on a road trip. And while you're at it, you might want to look out for some Big Things. We're talking oversized bananas, beer bottles, lobsters and more. You name an object and you'll probably find a big version of it in Australia. We've devised the following routes to help you plan the ultimate road … [Read more...] about Big Trips To See Australia’s Big Things
Cruise through the Sunshine Coast Hinterland
Whether you're a corporate cruiser or Sunday driver, the Sunshine Coast Hinterland is truly a must-see when you visit the tropical state of Queensland, and the great thing is it's only around an hour's drive from Brisbane. Or you can fly in to Maroochydore airport. From the iconic Australian land formation of the Glass House Mountains to the world-famous beach destination of … [Read more...] about Cruise through the Sunshine Coast Hinterland
3 unusual stops along the Great Ocean Road
The Great Ocean Road. A world-famous, enthralling tourist magnet, wrapping itself around the Victorian coast. Popular with foreigners or travelling Aussies, drawn to its raw beauty and majestic lookout points, the Great Ocean Road is a popular route that showcases the exceptional coastline of this pocket of Australia. When you think of the Great Ocean Road, you probably think … [Read more...] about 3 unusual stops along the Great Ocean Road
Reidy and Whippet’s Tasmania road trip
Bondi lifeguards Andrew ‘Reidy’ Reid and Ryan ‘Whippet’ Clark needed a break from work. They love Sydney and patrolling the waters of the city’s famous Bondi Beach, but they wanted to get out of town while still having a bit of an adventure. So, SIXT rent a car Australia sent them to Tasmania for a week-long road trip behind the wheel of a new Isuzu MUX. Filled with … [Read more...] about Reidy and Whippet’s Tasmania road trip
Best Road Trips in Australia – Get Packing!
Have you been longing to hit the open road and explore some of the most talked about pockets of Australia for yourself? If you have a spare weekend and are love our rugged coastline, pick up a SIXT car rental from one of our numerous locations throughout Melbourne, or our conveniently located Geelong office, and zip off down the world-famous Great Ocean Road. Think precarious, … [Read more...] about Best Road Trips in Australia – Get Packing!
Stay safe on the roads with our winter driving guide
We’re pretty lucky here in Australia. Our winters are usually fairly mild, and you probably won’t ever find yourself digging your car out of a huge snowbank the way they do in the northern hemisphere. Of course, there are still some challenges to driving here in winter. Dealing with low visibility in rainy and foggy weather, battling icy roads, even just starting the car on … [Read more...] about Stay safe on the roads with our winter driving guide
Get Lost on the Greater Blue Mountains Drive
Hit the road and explore the mountains and valleys, the national parks and all the regional attractions that the Greater Blue Mountains has to offer. Spanning 1,200km the Greater Blue Mountains Drive is one of the best ways to experience the incredible beauty of inland New South Wales. Need wheels for your road trip? Explore SIXT's vast fleet of cars, SUVs and larger vehicles. … [Read more...] about Get Lost on the Greater Blue Mountains Drive
The Grand Pacific Drive Itinerary
The name says it all. The Grand Pacific Drive is considered one of the most spectacular drives in Australia for good reason. What lies ahead are 240 kilometres of pure scenic views of coastline, rainforest, national park, historic villages and iconic marvels natural and man-made. Because we want you to have everything you need for a truly epic road trip along this incredible … [Read more...] about The Grand Pacific Drive Itinerary
Aussie island hotspots to escape the winter chill
We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again – Australia truly does have it all. From arid outback landscapes to tropical rainforests, world-famous beaches to serene mountain peaks, there’s something for everyone on our remote shores. With winter well and truly here, parts of Australia are experiencing the first cold snap of the year. But if the icy weather isn’t your thing, … [Read more...] about Aussie island hotspots to escape the winter chill
