Byron Bay

Byron Bay is Australia's alternative surf capital. The Pass — a long, peeling right-hander that wraps around the headland — is one of the most fun waves on the East Coast. But Byron is more than surf. It's a creative hub where musicians, artists, yogis, and surfers collide. The town has maintained its bohemian soul despite growing popularity. Dolphin sightings are common, whale watching season is spectacular, and the hinterland rainforest is just 20 minutes inland.