Kris Higgins Travel

01/11/2026

Thinking about a family holiday in 2027? Here's a little incentive to start planning!

There are some lovely new family holiday packages available, with $500 savings per family on eligible packages! ✈

Seven destinations to choose from:

🐘 Sri Lanka – Wildlife safaris, ancient sites and beautiful beaches.
🏝️ Philippines – Island hopping, snorkelling and tropical scenery.
🇮🇳 India – The Taj Mahal, colourful cities and fascinating culture.
🌴 Maldives – Beautiful island resorts and time to relax together.
🦧 Borneo – Orangutans, rainforests and wildlife adventures.
🏮 Taiwan – Night markets, hands-on activities and sightseeing.
🎢 Singapore – Family attractions, sightseeing and plenty of fun.

Packages are available for families of 3, 4 or 5, with private touring, resort stays and options to tailor the holiday to suit your family.

📅 Book by 30 December 2026
✈️ Travel between 1 May and 30 September 2027

If a family adventure is on your wish list for next year, get in touch for a chat. I'd be happy to help you find something that suits your family!

Offer subject to terms and conditions. Prices, availability and seasonal surcharges apply.

27/10/2026

A little highlight from my weekend!

I went along to the Good Food & W**e Show in Brisbane and got to meet two familiar faces from the food world, Luke Nguyen and Alastair McLeod!

If you love your food and w**e, there's good news. The Brisbane show might be over for another year, but there are two Christmas editions coming up!

SYDNEY CHRISTMAS EDITION
20–22 November 2026
ICC Sydney

MELBOURNE CHRISTMAS EDITION
4–6 December 2026
Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre

Both shows feature The Great Australian Bake Off, along with plenty of food, w**e and festive inspiration.

And why not make a weekend of it?

Enjoy the show, stay in a lovely hotel, book a special dinner, and spend some time exploring Sydney or Melbourne. It could be a fun little getaway before Christmas!

If you'd like to make a trip of it, get in touch for a chat. I'd be happy to help organise your travel and accommodation.

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23/10/2026

Missed out on Bruno Mars or Powderfinger tickets?

There are still some fantastic concerts and musicals coming up around Australia!

Here's a little taste of what's on:

A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL
Sydney: from 14 Nov 2026
Brisbane: from 20 Mar 2027

BRYAN ADAMS
Sydney: 27 Feb 2027
Brisbane: 1 Mar 2027
Melbourne: 7 Mar 2027

SIMPLE MINDS
Melbourne: 18 Feb 2027
Sydney: 20 Feb 2027
Brisbane: 21 Feb 2027

SIX THE MUSICAL
Sydney: currently playing
Brisbane: from 2 Jan 2027

KINGS OF LEON
Sydney: 28 Feb 2027
Brisbane: 3 Mar 2027
Melbourne: 5 Mar 2027

And why not turn a great night out into a little getaway?

A lovely hotel, dinner before the show, a leisurely breakfast the next morning and perhaps another day or two to explore.

No rushing home after the final encore!

If something catches your eye, get in touch for a chat. I'd be happy to help you look into tickets, accommodation and travel.

Tickets and travel arrangements are subject to availability.

17/10/2026

So true! 😅

13/10/2026

A few weeks back I shared some ideas for seeing Canada by train, so I thought we might keep the train theme going… this time in Japan.

Japan is another destination that has become a real favourite with Australian travellers, and it’s certainly not just about the skiing. It really is an all-year-round spot, and travelling by rail is one of the best ways to see a lot of it.

Japan’s trains are an experience in themselves. There’s the speed and efficiency of the Shinkansen (bullet train), but there are also some fabulous sightseeing and regional trains where the journey is every bit as much a part of the holiday.

The Shinkansen network stretches from southern Hokkaido, right through Japan’s main island of Honshu and down into Kyushu. Add in the regional and local trains and there’s an enormous amount of the country you can explore.

You might:

• Travel between Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka and Hiroshima on the Shinkansen
• Head north towards Sendai, Aomori and Hokkaido
• Explore Kanazawa, Nagano and the Japanese Alps
• Continue south into Kyushu
• Include one of Japan’s special sightseeing trains along the way

When would I go? For a trip that’s all about getting out and exploring, I’d look at spring or autumn. April and May can bring lovely spring weather, while October and November are a great choice for cooler temperatures and autumn colour.

There are lots of ways to put a rail trip through Japan together, and that’s where I can help – working out the best route, where to stop, how long to stay and which tickets or passes make the most sense.

If you’d like to see more of Japan than just one or two cities, get in touch for a chat. I’d be very happy to put together a holiday that works for you.

08/10/2026

Have you ever thought about exploring the Eyre Peninsula?

If you like road trips, rugged coastline, wildlife and getting away from the crowds, there’s plenty to tempt you to this part of South Australia.

Your trip could look like:
• Port Lincoln and some spectacular coastal scenery
• Coffin Bay and Lincoln National Parks
• Sea lions, wildlife and beautiful beaches
• Local produce, South Australian w**e and plenty of good places to eat
• Some fabulous places to stay, from coastal retreats to off-grid tiny houses and eco-lodges

Spring and autumn are both good times to go, with milder weather for getting out and exploring.

And this is one of those trips where a bit of planning makes a difference. Where you stay, how long you spend in each area and the route you take can make a big difference to the holiday.

If you are travelling from Queensland, we can also work out whether it makes more sense to fly into Port Lincoln or make the drive from Adelaide part of your trip.

If the Eyre Peninsula sounds like your kind of holiday, get in touch for a chat. I’d be very happy to put together a trip that works for you.

03/10/2026

If you’re planning a holiday with a travel agent, here’s my tip: tell them the little things.

If you don’t like early starts, say so. If lots of stairs are going to be a problem, mention it. If you like being able to walk to restaurants at night, tell them. And if you hate packing up and changing hotels every couple of days, definitely say so!

These little things can make a big difference to your holiday.

An itinerary might look fabulous on paper, but it still needs to suit the person travelling.

And don’t worry about being fussy. I like to know these things. It helps me put together a holiday that really suits my clients.

28/09/2026

20/09/2026

Did you know you can fly direct from Brisbane to Palau?

Palau came up at a South Pacific tourism event I attended recently, and it’s one destination I thought was worth sharing a little more about.

If you’re wondering where Palau is, you’re probably not alone!

Palau (pronounced puh-LAU, rhyming with “how”) is its own country – a small island nation in Micronesia in the western Pacific, made up of more than 300 islands.

It’s famous for its diving, but you certainly don’t have to be a diver to enjoy it.

While you’re there:

• Snorkel in incredibly clear water and explore colourful coral reefs
• Explore the famous Rock Islands by boat or kayak
• Discover waterfalls, forests and beautiful beaches
• Learn a little about Palauan culture and history
• Enjoy the local food and a few drinks overlooking the water

Something else I really like about Palau is the respect for nature that’s deeply rooted in Palauan culture. Looking after these beautiful islands is taken very seriously.

And for us Queenslanders, Qantas flies direct from Brisbane (about six hours), making Palau much easier to reach than you might expect.

My tip? It’s worth planning this one properly. What you want to see and do will make a big difference to where you stay and how we put the trip together.

If Palau has made you curious, come and have a chat. I’d be very happy to help.

13/09/2026

I’m working on a self-drive holiday through Ireland for a client at the moment, which is a pretty nice way to spend my work day!

Ireland is made for this kind of trip. Pick up a car, get out of the cities and take your time through the smaller towns, countryside and coastal areas.

The trick is not trying to cover too much.

Irish roads can be slower than you expect, particularly once you get into the more rural and scenic areas, so an itinerary that looks perfectly reasonable on a map can mean far too much time behind the wheel.

For this one, I’m working through the route, overnight stops and accommodation to make sure there’s actually time to enjoy Ireland along the way – not just drive through it.

If a self-drive holiday through Ireland sounds like your kind of trip, get in touch for a chat. These are exactly the sorts of holidays I love putting together.