Tasmania is blessed with a remarkable concentration of natural wonders accessible by caravan, many within easy reach of Hobart and Launceston. Here, caravanning expert and author Catherine Best rounds up five of the best caravanning destinations.

Tasmania’s cycling reputation is forged in mountain-bike trails, but off-road riding here doesn’t have to be all about berms, boulders and blacks.

In 1822, Scottish settlers founded the town of Bothwell. As the town celebrates its bicentenary this October, that early history remains reflected in tartan street signs, a wealth of National Trust-listed buildings and Australia’s oldest golf course.

Inspiration for exploring our state from October to December 2022.

The best breaks aren’t necessarily the longest ones. What really makes a holiday unforgettable is the sense of escaping the everyday in a place that has a charm all of its own. These one-of-a-kind stays, perfect for couples, are guaranteed to linger longer in your memories.

Peek behind the facades of Australia’s largest collection of Georgian sandstone buildings, and you’ll find that what’s old is new in Oatlands, with the Midlands town now home to a large distillery, a cosy wine bar and one of Tassie’s most curious stores, writes Andrew Bain.

A day in the office can look very different depending on who you are and what you do. Here in lutruwita/Tasmania, some people make a living from adventurous nature-based occupations. Three such fortunate Tassie residents talk about what they do for fun after clocking off.

Don’t sit at home pining for brighter days. This winter, embrace these cold-weather delights.

Take flight to artsy Cygnet, a town bracketed by fruit orchards, the Huon River and a breezy vibe. The main street is a shuffled pack of galleries, stores and eateries, rewarding a day of wandering and grazing.

Andrew Bain takes on Flinders Island by foot to answer this question.

Spend any time in Tasmania and you will quickly see that the island state is teeming with wildlife. Some are relatively easy to find. Others are more difficult to locate, unless you know where to look.