Travel & Leisure
Score Flights to the NT From as Low as $89^ with Jetstar
Get a taste of the Top End with great value fares from Jetstar.
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NewsComing Soon: Step From Villa to Vine as Landmark Luxury Resort, Laval, Embarks on an Ambitious New Chapter in the Hunter Valley
Setting a new benchmark for luxury in the Hunter Valley, this high-end resort will offer outstanding indulgence, from top-notch dining to helicopter access.
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NewsTrade Puffer Jackets for Poolside Cocktails with Dorsett Gold Coast's Winter Hotel Sale
Sunshine, sleep-ins and discounted stays are on offer in the heart of Broadbeach this winter.
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EventHead to the Central Coast This June Long Weekend for Three Days of Food, Art and Live Music
Sat, 6 Jun - Mon, 8 Jun 2026
Various Central Coast locations, Central Coast
Swap the city for the Central Coast, where farm-gate festivals, open artist studios and live music sunset sessions are taking place.
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NewsVanuatu For Two: A Guide to the Ultimate Romantic Island Escape
From secluded beachfront resorts to private dining and rich cultural experiences, Vanuatu offers a romantic escape that serves both relaxation and adventure.
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FeatureThe Luxury Traveller's Guide to Brisbane to Inspire Your Next Indulgent Escape
From helicopter wine tours to luxury hotel stays, there are plenty of ways to live the high life in Brisbane.
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FeatureNine Luxury Experiences in Tropical North Queensland That Are Also Environmentally Responsible
Head north for an eco-friendly escape that doesn't skimp on luxury.
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FeatureInto the Wild: Go off the Beaten Path at These Fascinating Regional Destinations
Get out of town — literally — and do your weekend differently.
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FeatureGreen Playground
Tropical North Queensland is the destination that should be perched at the top of your responsible travel hit list.
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FeatureTaste of Tasmania: Discover the Delicious Charm of the Apple Isle
Australia's island state boasts the perfect conditions for producing top-quality, flavour-filled produce — and an exceptionally talented roll call of passionate people doing spectacular things with it.
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FeatureA Southern Edge Road Trip: Follow a CP Writer's Ambling Foodie Adventure in Tasmania's South
"While I love a scenic road trip with good company as much as the next person, this road trip truly rivalled almost every journey I can recall."
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FeatureA Northern Forage Road Trip: Follow a CP Writer's Tasting Tour Across Tasmania's North
Proceed with an empty stomach, an open mind and a readiness to build a more meaningful relationship with what’s on your plate.
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NewsMeet The Culinary Tastemakers Championing Tasmanian Produce
Meet the passionate advocates and entrepreneurs who deal in flavours of the wild and tastes of terroir with the finest produce the earth and sea can offer.
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NewsGastronomy, Festivities and Frivolity: A Weekender's Guide to Adelaide During Mad March
Heading to Adelaide for Mad March? Here’s how to spend a weekend during Fringe and WOMADelaide — including where to stay, eat, drink, play and wander.
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NewsA Weekender's Guide to Kangaroo Island
The South Australian island's wineries, beaches, oyster farms and accommodation are as beautiful as ever.
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NewsA Weekender's Guide to Queensland's Bundaberg Region
Watch baby turtles hatch, swim at the Southern Great Barrier Reef, then sample award-winning local gin and rum.
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NewsA Weekender's Guide To Bowral and the Southern Highlands
Stay at a country estate, taste locally produced wine and whisky, peruse a whole heap of art and feast at a hatted restaurant — all in just one weekend.
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NewsA Weekender's Guide to the Adelaide Hills
This acclaimed wine region is home to a pizzeria in a 130-year-old church, a gin distillery, a historic German settlement and even a giant rocking horse — all just half an hour from Adelaide.
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GuideThe Ten Best Hotels in Brisbane
From resort-style pools and design-led suites to heritage stays and boutique hideaways, these hotels prove that a great stay in Brisbane can be as much about atmosphere as it is about location.
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NewsThe Best Glamping Sites Around Australia
Stay in luxury tents scattered among remote deserts, lush rainforests and tropical islands at these Australian glamping sites.
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NewsTen of the Most-Unique and Relaxing Stays You Can Book Around Auckland
From sprawling rainforest escapes to chic inner-city lofts, Auckland's Airbnb game is set to impress.
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NewsThe Most-Beautiful Coastal Stays That You Can Book in Noosa
Beach sessions, rainforest treks and breezy holiday vibes await you on Queensland's Sunshine Coast.
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NewsTen Treehouses Around Australia You Can Book for an Immersive Nature Getaway
Book a stay deep in the Blue Mountains or a stone's throw away from the Great Barrier Reef.
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NewsTen of the Most-Secluded Waterfront Getaways You Can Book on the Northern Beaches
You can't jump on a plane to the Riviera, but you can escape the city for a tranquil weekend on Pittwater.
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Travel & LeisureJust In: Air New Zealand Has Been Named the Airline of the Year for 2023
It's the seventh time since 2013 that the New Zealand airline has nabbed the accolade, while Qantas came in sixth and Virgin seventh.
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Travel & LeisureStay of the Week: Desa Potato Head
Enjoy free daily cocktails, complimentary massages and more at this renowned beachfront retreat in Seminyak.
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Travel & LeisureJetstar Is Celebrating Its 19th Birthday by Giving Away a Year's Worth of Free Flights
You and your plus one could win 12 domestic return flights and six international return flights to use over the next 12 months.
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Travel & LeisureFrom African Safaris to Diving with Whales: Eight Epic Holidays for Animal Lovers You Can Book Now
Book these once-in-a-lifetime nature-filled travel experiences through Concrete Playground Trips.
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Travel & LeisureDesert Beauty: Exploring the Rich Culture and Stunning Vistas of the Red Centre
Immerse yourself in the rich culture of the Aṉangu people, and marvel at the stunning vistas of Uluṟu and Kata Tjuṯa.
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Travel & LeisureTropical Capital City: Discover Darwin, Where Urban Energy Meets Outback Spirit
Uncover the best of Darwin's sun, sea and sand with this destination guide to the Top End’s capital city and tropical surrounds.
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Travel & LeisureAncient Playground: Experience the Cascading Waterfalls, Rugged Landscape, Aboriginal Rock Art and Wild Wonders of Kakadu
Experience stunning vistas, epic wonders and the unique flora and fauna in the tropics of the Top End at Kakadu National Park.
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Travel & LeisureOutback Oasis: Explore the Iconic Waterfalls, Ancient Gorges and Local Cuisine of Katherine
Explore where the outback meets the tropics by relaxing on river cruises, trekking through gorges and chilling in hot springs.
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Travel & LeisureThis Hotel on Lord Howe Island Has Just Been Named the Best Place to Stay in the South Pacific for 2023
Seven Australian hotels made Tripadvisor's list, alongside resorts in Fiji and Bora Bora.
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Travel & LeisureHawke's Bay in New Zealand Has Just Been Named the 12th Great Wine Capital of the World
If you've always thought that New Zealand produces top drops, you're right — and now this region has an official tick of approval.
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Travel & LeisureThe Ultimate Road-Trip Guide to Southern California If You're Dipping Your Toe Back Into Travel
From soaking up arts and culture to hopping between rooftop bars, here's where to tick off all those long-held holiday cravings in one neatly wrapped vacay.
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Travel & LeisureCathay Pacific Is Drastically Discounting Airfares on 6020 Round-Trip Getaways to Hong Kong
The airline will cover the cost of your base fares — you just need to pay taxes and surcharges.
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Travel & LeisureWintjiri Wiru Is the Stunning Nightly Light Show with 1000-Plus Drones That's Arrived Above Uluru
If you need another excuse to head to the Red Centre, this nightly cultural storytelling experience featuring more than 1000 drones is it.
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Travel & LeisureFor the Cruise Curious: We Sent a Trepidatious First-Timer on Her Maiden Cruise Voyage
Have you been curious about what it's like to travel by cruise? We sent a writer to experience it first hand.
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Travel & LeisureStay of the Week: Reef Resort Vava'u
Located in the pristine beauty of Tonga, this lush resort welcomes you to a tropical oasis — and will have you swimming with humpbacks.
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Travel & LeisureAir New Zealand's Lie-Flat Economy Bunk Beds Will Be Available on New York and Chicago Routes From 2024
Ultra long-haul flights from New Zealand to America are about to get a whole lot more comfortable, starting in September 2024.
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Travel & LeisureYou Can Now Book a Tequila-Fuelled Stay in a Margarita-Inspired Room at Coolangatta's The Pink Hotel
Check in at The Herradura Hacienda and you can even get a bartender to come to your room to mix you up some margs.
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Travel & LeisureStay of the Week: The Hive Apartment Beechworth
Find rest and relaxation in this honey-themed homage to the town's gold rush era.
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Travel & LeisureHow to Spend a Cosy Weekend Away on Phillip Island
Escape the city hustle for fireplace-adjacent relaxation, leisurely strolls along rugged coastlines and dining with panoramic ocean views.
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Travel & LeisurePush it to the Limit: Six Serious Sporting Events To Challenge Yourself With in NSW
Watching the footy at home is one thing. But are you really a sports fiend if you don't occasionally put in your own blood, sweat and tears?
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Travel & LeisureA Weekender's Guide to Jervis Bay
Paddle across clear waters, spot dolphins and dine in an adult treehouse.
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Travel & LeisureA Weekender's Guide to Kangaroo Island
The South Australian island's wineries, beaches, oyster farms and accommodation are as beautiful as ever.
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Travel & LeisureSeven Outrageously Luxe Australian Getaways for When You Really Want to Treat Yourself
Find comfy beds, outdoor baths and spa treatments, all set in some of Australia's most secluded and stunning spots.
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Travel & LeisureHow to Spend 48 Hours in Wilsons Promontory
If there’s any time for a getaway, it’s most certainly now – and Wilsons Promontory is the place to do it.
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Travel & LeisureVirgin Has Extended Its Middle Seat Lottery Until the Middle of 2023 with $45,000 in Prizes Up for Grabs
Sit in everyone's least favourite spot on a plane and you could win getaways to Tokyo, Europe and North Queensland.
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Travel & LeisureStay of the Week: Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay
This five-star luxury resort boasts overwater bungalows, an infinity pool and countless dining options.
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Travel & LeisureQantas Is Doing a Big Sale on Domestic Flights with Over a Million Fares on Offer Across 100-Plus Routes
One-way fares start from $99, with more than 40 routes boasting flights under $150.
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Travel & LeisureA Weekender's Guide to Queensland's Bundaberg Region
Watch baby turtles hatch, swim at the Southern Great Barrier Reef, then sample award-winning local gin and rum.
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Travel & LeisureStay of the Week: Scenic Eclipse II Superyacht
All the inclusions atop this vessel are beyond indulgent — we're obsessed.
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Travel & LeisureDiscover The Dream of WA
Whether you're looking to take a luxe city escape, eat fantastically, gaze over staggering vistas or explore spectacular worlds under the waves, you've come to the right place.
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Travel & LeisureVirgin's Next Big Sale Is All About Return Flights to a Heap of Holiday-Worthy Island Destinations
Bali, Fiji, Samoa and Vanuatu, here you come.
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Travel & LeisureSunset Camel Rides, Stunning Coral Reef and Waterfalls Aplenty: Ten Activities for Guaranteed Good Times in Broome and the Kimberley
Whether you want to take in some of Western Australia's most stunning vistas, check in to luxury in the desert or learn of the rich First Nations heritage, the Broome and Kimberley regions are for you.
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Travel & LeisureNature's Wonderland: A Definitive Guide For a Spectacular Trip to Australia's Coral Coast
Whether you're looking to dive into Western Australia's pristine underwater worlds or explore desert landscapes, this spectacular stretch of the state is a true winner.
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Travel & LeisureEight Epic Australian Outback Adventure Trips and Tours That You Can Book Right Now
Explore vast deserts, remote waterfalls and spectacular national parks full of Aussie wildlife.
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Travel & LeisureA Weekender's Guide To Bowral and the Southern Highlands
Stay at a country estate, taste locally produced wine and whisky, peruse a whole heap of art and feast at a hatted restaurant — all in just one weekend.
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Travel & LeisureStay of the Week: Tokoriki Island Resort
Head to Concrete Playground Trips to book a five-night stay here — with discounted room rates, complimentary massages and a bunch of extra luxury inclusions.
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Travel & LeisurePristine Waters and Wine Country: We Chat to The Vista's Julia Ashwood About Her Three-Day Journey in the Margaret River Region
From world-class wineries and six-course meals to sunrise paddleboarding and beachside beers, hear the highs (and more highs) of this nature-soaked adventurous trip.
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Travel & LeisureWe're Giving Away the Ultimate Tasmanian Walking Trip for Two on the Three Capes Track
Spend three days soaking up spectacular coastal views of southern Tasmania, and spend your nights in private eco accommodation along the way.
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Travel & LeisureFrom Hawker Centres to Michelin-Starred Restaurants: Here's Your Ultimate Singapore Food (And Drinks) Guide
If you're a true blue foodie, you should seriously consider getting over to Singapore.