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    Inspiration Unlocked: Stay of the Week

    Need a little inspiration for your next holiday destination? Start here.

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    Get the Most Out of Your Trip to Bali by Booking One of These Unique Travel Experiences and Tours

    Level up your next Bali holiday by hiking up volcanoes, riding quad bikes through the jungle and swimming beneath hidden waterfalls.

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    Escape the Crowds and Set Sail to These Lesser-Known Greek Islands

    Head off the beaten path to find your own hidden oasis.

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    Queensland Is Giving Away Sunshine State Getaways Including Outback Road Trips and Wine Region Stays

    All you need to do is register online, then wait for the phone to ring.

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    Epic Campsites to Roadtrip to from Sydney to Make the Most of Your Weekend

    Swap the pub for the campfire and embrace your surrounding natural wonders this weekend.

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    Epic Campsites to Roadtrip to from Melbourne to Make the Most of Your Weekend

    Swap the pub for the campfire and embrace your surrounding natural wonders this weekend.

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    Epic Campsites to Roadtrip to from Brisbane to Make the Most of Your Weekend

    Swap the pub for the campfire and embrace your surrounding natural wonders this weekend.

  • Feature

    Bartender Tom Egerton on What Makes Hong Kong's Cocktail Scene One of the Best in the World

    Year after year, Hong Kong cocktail haunts make the list of the World's Best Bars. How do they do it?

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    Australia's First Capella Hotel Has Opened in Sydney After a Seven-Year Restoration of Its Historic CBD Building

    The 192-room Capella Sydney is now open within a nearly century-old sandstone Sydney building — with Italian Frette linen, a heated pool, spa and an ultra-luxe restaurant.

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    Brisbane's Indoor Market VEND Is Opening a Second Pet-Friendly Shopping Hub in Annerley

    Already a hit in Brisbane's north, this retail space filled with small businesses is setting up shop in the city's south as well.

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    The Outback Queensland Town of Cunnamulla Will Soon Be Home to Travel-Worthy Artesian Hot Springs

    Set to open in June 2023, this new spot for a soak will feature seven pools with different temperatures on the banks of the Warrego River.

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    Twelve of the Most Luxurious Places to Stay When Visiting Rome

    Head to Concrete Playground Trips to book your stay at any of these lavish hotels.

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    Arc. Est

    18 Church Street, Terrigal

    Order the Corrie Island oysters and a bottle of Australian wine to start your long lunch here.

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    Safran

    81/189 Ocean View Road, Ettalong Beach

    An award-winning Turkish restaurant in Ettalong.

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    South End Social

    32 Mann Street, Gosford

    Gosford’s go-to brunch spot has yuzu spritzes and souvlaki pitas.

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    Bar Toto

    83/189 Ocean View Road, Ettalong Beach

    Coffee cocktails, antipasti platters and cosy weekend vibes are what you'll find at this Ettalong nook.

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    Little Creek Cheese

    141-155 Alison Road, Wyong

    Sample award-winning cheeses at this boutique cheese factory — then learn to make your own.

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    Riverfire Is Set to Kick Off Brisbane Festival with a Flurry of Fireworks for the Second Year in a Row

    Brisbane's skies will light up on Saturday, September 2, launching a still-to-be-revealed program filled with local, national and internationalartists.

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    Swimming Has Been Approved at Lilyfield's Callan Park — and It's Scoring a New Tidal Pool

    Inner West residents rejoice — a tidal pool with swimming lanes, a jetty and sunbathing pontoons is on its way to Callan Park.

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    Start Making Holiday Plans: Jetstar Is Giving Away a Year's Worth of Free Flights

    First, you'll need to hit up specific Australian beaches — then, you might score flights to visit more.

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    Stay of the Week: Manly Pacific

    Book The Infinity Residence and get a personal Beach Butler for the entirety of your stay.

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    Some of the Best Places to Stay on Indonesia's Lesser-Known Island of Lombok

    Spend a few nights on a private beach or head up to villas set within mountaintop forests for the ultimate tropical island getaway.

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    W Hotel's Massive Darling Harbour Development Is Finally Set to Open Its Doors This October

    Five years in the making, W Sydney will bring a heated infinity pool with water views, a two-level rooftop bar and a top-notch all-day diner to Darling Harbour.

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    Here's How These Western Australian Businesses are Changing the Game in Hospitality and Tourism

    The only thing longer than Western Australia's sunny shorelines and bigger than its expansive outback, is the list of job opportunities that allow you to enjoy them while getting paid for the privilege.

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    Little Bourke Street's Laneways by Ovolo Hotel Has Been Reborn with a Vibrant New 80s-Inspired Look

    The 42-room laneway stay is rocking a makeover by Luchetti Krelle, taking cues from the bold 80s aesthetic of Memphis Group.

  • Guide

    Day to Night Guide: Ten Standout Brisbane Events No Matter What Time You Want to Visit

    Would you call yourself a day-tripper or a night owl? Either way, we've got you sorted if you're heading to the Sunshine State's capital.

  • Feature

    How to Travel Tokyo on a Shoestring

    Good food is cheap, drinking on a budget is easy, plus Tokyo is a beautiful city filled with sights, sounds and cultural opportunities that won't cost you more than a train ticket.

  • News

    This Northside Council Has Created Trail Maps Highlighting the Area's Top Spots for Booze and Music

    Take yourself on a sipping tour of Merri-bek's breweries and distilleries, or hop between its best-loved record stores and live music venues.

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    The 'Ted Lasso' Pub Is Hitting Airbnb If You Believe You Deserve an AFC Richmond-Themed London Stay

    You and three mates can knock back beers, play darts, tuck into biscuits and sleep the night at The Crown & Anchor pub right around the corner from Ted’s apartment.

  • Feature

    A CP Writer — and Seasoned Hong Kong Local — on What He Can't Wait to Experience on His Next Visit

    Now that Hong Kong has reopened to Aussie travellers, it's time to head over and explore this vibrant city's best bits.

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    Level Up Your Next Local Holiday with These 20 Australian Adventure Experiences and Tours

    These deals will have you swimming under remote waterfalls, hiking to breathtaking vistas and cycling from vineyard to vineyard.

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    Cable Beach in Western Australia Has Just Been Named the Third Best Beach in the World for 2023

    The WA spot also topped Tripadvisor's list of the best ten beaches in the South Pacific, which features seven Aussie locations and one from NZ.

  • News

    Stay of the Week: Woodland Cabin at Logan Brae Retreats

    A plunge pool perched above a sweeping vista, wildlife wandering freely, luxe furnishings and expert styling: everything is special here.

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    The Best Stays in Thailand When You Want to Work Remotely

    Our guide to the best places for you to take advantage of Thailand's digital nomad life, anywhere in the country.

  • Feature

    Warhol, Live Music and Poolside Lounging: The Ultimate Guide to an Arty Weekend on the Gold Coast

    Looking for a beachside break? Down for a party? Or, something more arty? There are plenty of ways to enjoy the Gold Coast.

  • News

    Jetstar's 72-Hour Japan-Only Sale Is Slinging Free Fares Home From Tokyo and Osaka

    It's the first time in four years that the airline has launched a Japan edition of its 'return for free' sale — and you've got three days to snap up tickets.

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    Here's What Happened When We Joined United Airline's World-First Pride Flight From San Francisco to Sydney

    A plane full of San Francisco locals boarded the first ever Pride Flight to Sydney — and we went along for the journey.

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    Four Travel Deals for Those in Need of a Luxury City Break (Or a Sterling Staycation)

    One-of-a-kind trips to Sydney, Perth, Hobart and Adelaide await. All you need to do is book and go.

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    Sydney's Most Scenic Experiences for When You Have to Feed Yourself — and the 'Gram

    Here's a hit list of sights and experiences that will look as good on your feed as they do in person.

  • News

    Great News: Glebe Markets Are Officially Saved with a New Tenant Taking Over the Sydney Institution

    The team behind markets in Marrickville and Kings Cross has been appointed the interim manager of this beloved market.

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    Stay of the Week: Jackalope Hotel

    Take in views of the surrounding vineyard from your private terrace, the fine dining restaurant or the 30-metre infinity pool.

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    The Motley Is Richmond's New Five-Star Boutique Retreat with an Unapologetically Bold Edge

    The 80-room hotel on Bridge Road embraces the eclectic, taking inspiration from one of the building's famous former residents.

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    Low-Cost Aussie Airline Bonza Will Start Flying Out of Melbourne in March with Fares From $49

    Already jetting around the country from the Sunshine Coast, the brand-new Australian carrier will also fly 12 routes to 11 destinations from Tullamarine Airport.

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    Virgin Is Hosting Its First-Ever Day-Long Happy Hour Flight Sale with 250,000 Fares Starting From $55

    Start planning that holiday — you've got until midnight AEDT to book a bargain flight around the country.

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    Now Open: Hollywood's New Super Nintendo Theme Park with IRL 'Mario Kart' Is Welcoming in Fans

    You can now wander through warp pipes, collect coins, see piranha plants, scope out Bowser's Castle and get racing at Universal Studios Hollywood.

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    202 Elizabeth Is Sydney's Luxurious New Dog-Friendly Hotel That's Just Opened in Surry Hills

    Surry Hills has welcomed another boutique hotel — this time boasting a complimentary mini bar, rooftop hangout space and pet-friendly rooms.

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    Tiny Away's New Victorian Tiny Stay Is Nestled Among the Vineyards in Heathcote Wine Country

    The aptly named Vineyard Retreat is eco-friendly yet packed with creature comforts — and located just a short stroll from a cellar door.

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