Australia Travel News 11/29/2010

A new chapter in adventure travel in Australia is beginning for Ben Southall, winner of the self-proclaimed "best job in the world", as he embarks on a new expedition.

For six years, New York's FutureBrand has compiled a country brand index by ranking 110 countries in categories such as tourism appeal, quality of life and values.

Interesting mix of data in a study by travel social network WAYN to establish the popularity of tourist boards around the world in social media.

OPRAH Winfrey is yet to confirm she will come to Melbourne during her visit to Australia.

How's your Egyptian? Your Cantonese? Hungarian? The strong Aussie dollar makes many destinations more affordable, beyond the usual haunts in America and Europe.

Severe weather warnings have been issued for much of Victoria following heavy rain and flash floods in North Central, Northern Country, Central, West and South Gippsland, East Gippsland and the North East.

Some of the amazing meal options prepared while renting a campervan.

The growth of football in Australia is on a very steep curve – a World Cup would make it even steeper.

Santa doesn't just travel down chimneys, he's also partial to a Sydney harbourside run.

When I planned this trip, many months ago, I knew we were cutting it close to the tropical rainy season.