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Australia's state borders are finally set to open after months of uncertainty in the face of the [/news/coronavirus/index.html coronavirus] crisis, prompting millions of Aussies to plan a much-needed domestic break.<br>While tourist bodies are predicting an influx of holidaymakers, an enormous contributor to the economy is still locked out in the form of international travellers.<br>To recoup some of the money that was lost in the pandemic and entice new customers, businesses are slashing prices and throwing in fun incentives. <br>From dirt cheap flights to free meals for kids and state-of-the-art new facilities, Daily Mail Australia takes a look at some of the most sought after holiday destinations offering big discounts this summer. <br> Australia's state borders are finally set to open after months of uncertainty in the face of the coronavirus crisis (pictured, Daydream Island in the Whitsundays, Queensland)<br> You can't climb the sacred rock anymore, but that doesn't make a trip to Uluru (pictured) any less worthwhile<br>Northern Territory<br>Who can travel to the Northern Territory?<br>The Northern Territory is open to all Australians. <br>There are no travel restrictions in place for entering or exiting the NT, which has not ever recorded a single case of Covid transmitted through the community. <br>Where you planned to be: Grand Canyon<br>Where you can be: Uluru <br>You can't climb the sacred rock anymore, but that doesn't make a trip to Uluru any less worthwhile.<br>Northern Territorians have been encouraged to make the trip back out to the Red Centre and reignite the tourism industry devastated by border closures. <br>Flights to the Red Centre are some of the cheapest in the country at the moment. <br>Tourists travelling from Brisbane or Sydney between November and January can pick up an economy ticket for as little as $139.<br>Ayres Rock Resort is celebrating reopening all state borders with up to 50 per cent off accommodation prices.<br>Until March 31 2021, any guests staying four nights are entitled to [ ]the price of their stay, while weekenders can receive 30 per cent off for two nights. <br>Jetstar is also running several promotional holiday packages in the region, with sales starting from January and running through to August 2021.<br> The West MacDonnell National Park (pictured) spans 161km west of Alice Springs, and is considered a must-see location to rival America's Yellowstone National Park<br> Northern Territorians have been encouraged to make the trip back out to the Red Centre and reignite the tourism industry devastated by border closures (pictured, Elyse Knowles and her partner Josh Barker recently announced their pregnancy while holidaying in the NT)<br>Where you planned to be: Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming<br>Where you can be: Alice Springs / West MacDonnell Ranges<br>The West MacDonnell National Park spans 161km west of Alice Springs, and is considered a must-see location while exploring the Northern Territory. <br>The water holes and waterfalls are popular among residents for a quick cool off, while the walking tracks range from beginner to advanced to service every type of tourist. <br>The national park also has cultural significance for indigenous communities in the region, and is home to several ancient landscapes which were naturally sculpted by the elements over thousands of years. <br>Between November 2020 and February 2021, holidaymakers can snap up accommodation for as little as $325 per person for [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-du-lich-ha-noi-bac-kan-ho-ba-be-cao-bang-hang-pac-bo-thac-ban-gioc.html tour hồ ba bể] three nights in the 4.5 star Crowne Plaza Alice Springs.<br>The deal includes bonus credits to use toward food and beverage, a full day on the ranges and discounts on any activities while in the region. <br> For Territorians who have explored much of their own backyard already, the ever-changing landscape is a great place to reconnect with nature and cultural roots<br>Queensland<br>When will Queensland's borders open? <br>Queensland's borders will open to all states except South Australia from December 1. <br>Victorians and Sydneysiders will be able to re-enter the Sunshine State after months of tough border restrictions just in time for Christmas. <br>Where you planned to be: Croatia<br>Where you can be: The Whitsundays <br>[http://www.guardian.co.uk/search?q=Holiday%20packages Holiday packages] including flights from Sydney to Airlie Beach and three nights' accommodation start from just $310 per person.<br>For the more discerning traveller, a four night stay, plus flights, in the luxurious Palm Bungalows on Hamilton Island would set a holidaymaker back by about $930. <br>Flights to the Whitsundays from Sydney can be snapped up for as little as $99 on select dates in January. <br>With white sand beaches and crystal blue water and home to famous Whitehaven Beach, Hamilton Island and Great Barrier Reef, The Whitsundays is on most Aussies' bucket lists. <br>Tourism Queensland listed the destination as one of the 'must see' locations in the Sunshine State - topping a host of other great places. <br> With crystal blue water and home to famous Whitehaven Beach, Hamilton Island and Great Barrier Reef, The Whitsundays (pictured) is on most Aussies' bucket lists<br>Where you planned to be: New York City<br>Where you can be: South Bank, Brisbane <br>Brisbane city is often overlooked for its southern and northern counterparts in the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast as a prime holiday destination. <br>South Bank is known as Brisbane's cultural and lifestyle hub and is within walking distance of the West Village arts precinct, where Metro Arts recently opened a family-friendly outdoor oasis.<br>Cocktail bars line the streets across from the Brisbane River walkway, where live street performers often take up residence, while luxury boutique accommodation and hotels are scattered throughout the city. <br>Meanwhile the Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort on the Gold Coast is among dozens of hotels offering a Kids Eat Free special to any guests who stay in the hotel this month. <br>The deal is available on rooms starting from about $250 per night. <br>Flights between Sydney and Brisbane start from just $99 in December, while a flight into the Sunshine State from Victoria is as low as $105 in select dates in January. <br>Flights from Newcastle to Brisbane drop to as little as $59 one way in December. <br> While Brisbane city is often overlooked for its southern and northern counterparts in the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast as a prime holiday destination, South Bank is quickly becoming the hottest place to be<br> With long stretches of dining facilities, expansive parks and even a man made beach, [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-du-lich-ha-noi-bac-kan-ho-ba-be-cao-bang-hang-pac-bo-thac-ban-gioc.html kynghidongduong.vn] South Bank (pictured) has something for everyone<br>New South Wales <br>Does New South Wales have any border restrictions in place?<br>New South Wales has no border restrictions in place at the moment.<br><br>Residents in every state of Australia and New Zealand are entitled to travel to the state, and can do so freely. <br>Premier Gladys Berejiklian has been vocal in disagreeing with state border closures, and has made it clear she is unlikely to close her borders again. <br>Where you planned to be: California<br>Where you can be: Byron Bay <br>Byron Bay has long been considered the destination of choice for Aussies, famed for its idyllic beaches and vibrant community culture.<br>But the northern NSW town is also home to some of Hollywood's hunkiest leading men, including Chris Hemsworth and his brood, and more recently, Zac Efron. <br>For NSW holidaymakers who had their heart set on heading to Hollywood Hills to hunt for celebrities, or those just wanting a quiet, off-the-grid getaway, Byron Bay is the place to be.<br>Flights from Melbourne to[ ] are on sale for as little as $104 for travel between March and April 2021. <br>Surf retreats valued at $2,450 are on offer for $1,790 for four or eight nights, and boast daily lessons, gourmet dining experiences and hotel stays. <br> The northern NSW town has become the wellbeing capital of Australia, with keen yogis and health fans often spotted working out on the beach (pictured)<br> The northern NSW town is also home to some of Hollywood's hunkiest leading men, including Chris Hemsworth and his brood (pictured)<br> For NSW holidaymakers who had their heart set on heading to Hollywood Hills to hunt for celebrities, or those just wanting a quiet, off-the-grid getaway, Byron Bay is the place to be<br>Where you planned to be: London<br>Where you can be: Sydney <br>A Sydney staycation, or vacation for out-of-towners, is an ideal way to get your city-fix during COVID-closures.<br>Destination NSW created several itineraries to suit every type of vacation - from romantic couple's getaway to family trips. <br>Destination NSW Chief Executive Officer, Steve Cox said the 'playcation' itineraries are 'a shout out to locals to come and show the city some love. <br>'The world-class experiences and venues that are so integral to the fabric of Sydney are still here and these businesses need our support.' <br>Sydney's luxury Ovolo in Wooloomooloo is running a special for $599 a room for up to six nights until December 2021. <br>The special price is reduced from at least $1,398 in peak periods. <br> A Sydney staycation (or vacation for out-of-towners) is an ideal way to get your city-fix during COVID-closures<br><div class="art-ins mol-factbox femail" data-version="2" id="mol-2800bd30-2f23-11eb-bc32-afd515823c13" website take advantage of great sales as borders FINALLY open
