Fifteen years after Cyclone Yasi, the region's $21.5 million makeover is finally complete. Elle Halliwell discovers the best way to appreciate it is to arrive alone, underprepared, and ask the locals.
I arrived in Mission Beach the way I tackle most things in life; underprepared but casually confident it’ll all work out.
Having spent the…
Ellie Halliwell
Elle Halliwell is an accomplished journalist, author, and wellness advocate based in Sydney. With over a decade of experience across Australia’s premier media outlets including Women Love Travel, Escape, The Australian’s Travel + Luxury, Vogue Australia, and Stellar, Elle brings a deeply thoughtful approach to modern travel writing.
A certified integrative health coach, Elle specialises in curating stories at the intersection of luxury, slow travel, and conscious living. Whether uncovering pristine wellness retreats, highlighting eco-conscious destinations, or sharing local cultural insights, her work inspires women to explore the world with intention, curiosity, and vitality.
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