Girls Trip by Road | Dream by Luxury Escapes

Picture this: you’ve waited months for your long overdue girls’ trip, excitement levels are high, and you’ve all piled in the car ready to kick off the festivities immediately. There’s no hanging around the airport, being separated on the plane, or even luggage limits. You’re all fuelled up and ready for the good times, and wheels, to roll.

With space for up to seven to sit comfortably, plus luggage, there’s no better vehicle for the journey than the Land Rover Discovery.

See more about Land Rover Discovery on the new season of Luxury Escapes: The World’s Best Holidays, airing every Thursday on Foxtel at 8.30pm AEST. Find out more here.

1. You can get on the decks for a trip down memory lane

What better way to kick off your weekend than by throwing your heads back and belting out a nostalgic tune? Build a road trip playlist together using voice-activated Apple CarPlay in the Land Rover Discovery, taking it in turns to nominate a track: whether it’s a song that defined your teen years, a musical theatre classic or a dancefloor hit. With Meridian™ Surround Sound speakers in the side, front and rear, you’ll get the full cinematic experience, whether you called shotgun or are sat in the back.

2. You can pack what you like with no luggage limits

Sometimes, you need extra outfits for every eventuality. And sometimes, shopping happens. Rather than being restricted to an airline luggage allowance, driving means you can pack the car to the rafters with everything you might need, whether that’s chairs, umbrellas and body boards for the beach, an Esky of food for a self-catering stay or floaties for the pool. The Land Rover Discovery’s inner tailgate is a handy perk; it prevents anything from falling out when the boot is opened and doubles up as a table or seat, too.

3. You can curate your own itinerary

Having the freedom of travelling by car means you can discover new gems and add extra stops to your itinerary with ease. Perhaps you’ll come across a spectacular lookout spot, see a farm gate selling local produce, or take a diversion to check out a waterfall. Maybe you’ll even end your trip somewhere you’d never planned on after researching in the car: it’s all in your hands.

4. You can combine the city and the coast in one trip

Rather than having to pick one or the other, having the luxury of your own four wheels means you can discover both the culture and buzz of the city, and the serenity of the seaside, all in one trip. Choosing a coastal drive gives your road trip a real sense of occasion, with stunning scenery and even cresting whales (depending where you are) to look out for along the way.

Combine a stay at the ultra-luxurious, inner-city Kimpton Margot Sydney, before skipping town to Bells at Killcare on the Central Coast. This boutique stay, wrapped in the verdant beauty of the Bouddi Peninsula with its tranquil bays, is the ultimate reprieve from urban life. Click here for more girls’ trip inspiration in New South Wales.

5. You can discover your own backyard

Going by car, you’ll happen upon places you’ve maybe never seen before: and perhaps find you don’t actually need to venture far to discover something new. Sydneysiders could venture out to a Central Coast oyster farm, or charter a private yacht with Sail Central Coast to spot whales at Maitland Bay. For Melbournites, a change of pace can be found with a mineral spa experience at the Mornington Peninsula’s Alba Thermal Springs.

6. You can use the money you save on flights for luxe experiences

Depending on your destination, chipping in together for petrol costs can be considerably cheaper than all buying return plane tickets. This collective saving could go towards the kitty for experiences during your trip: whether that’s a bougie dinner, a spa day or a boat cruise.

7. You can stay connected throughout

With its wireless charging, USB ports and even optional WiFi data plans, the Land Rover Discovery will ensure all of your devices are fully charged, connected and ready to go at any given moment – perfect for when you need your camera ready at a lookout point, to send a few work emails on-the-go, or stay in touch with the kids back home.

8. You can bring your furry friends

Finding a pet-sitter for your time away needn’t be an issue; they can easily join in on the road trip fun. Especially if you opt for the Land Rover Discovery, with its special dog-friendly accessory packs including a handy foldable pet carrier, portable rinse system for post-beach shenanigans and a quilted load space liner to protect the carpet. You may be surprised to find there are plenty of pet-friendly stays across Australia, even right in the heart of the city.

See more about Land Rover Discovery on the new season of Luxury Escapes: The World’s Best Holidays, airing every Thursday on Foxtel at 8.30pm AEST. Find out more here.