There’s nothing quite like an itch you can’t scratch, and for those who have a travel craving for far away lands and international flavours, we have just the ticket. Head down to the much-loved northern New South Wales haunt the Kingscliff Beach Hotel for its Lantern Festival, which runs from now until Sunday June 27. Expect a rainbow of colour and light at the lantern-filled festival, plus a whole lot of flavour! With a delectable spread of international dishes on offer including Peking duck spring rolls, spicy wagyu fried rice and soul-warming Vietnamese beef pho, there’s an array of delicious flavours being served up each evening at the Kingy (as it’s known by locals). Pair your feast with a fitting cocktail such as a lychee martini or a curiously creative bubble tea cocktail concoction. If you’re not a cocktail fan, opt for a refreshing Japanese beer to top your meal off.

Image: Supplied, Jake Harris.