With summer fading and a cool change in the air, now is the time to think about rugging up and heading out on the road for a new adventure.

The Easter long weekend, from April 2 to 5, is an excellent opportunity to pack up the caravan and camping gear and take a short break at some of Australia’s most scenic destinations. With school holidays also held over this period, for many families an Easter getaway is one of the few times of the year that several generations can come together to enjoy the holidays in the one location.

Couples without grandchildren can also indulge in the joys of travelling in autumn, with the temperatures cool enough to rug up at night and toast hot cross buns…