• Feature

    How to Spend 48 Hours in Cairns When You're In Need of a Tropical Weekend Escape

    Swap your desk for a deck chair and flat whites for cocktails and treat yourself to escape to tropical north Queensland.

  • News

    Reimagined Through Thrifted Finds and Upcycled Details, This Sydney Hotel Room Skips the Showroom Look for Secondhand Style

    Proving that brand-new isn't always better, this clever hotel room refurb is all about using reclaimed materials and furnishings to deliver a standout stay.

  • News

    Ten Equally Gorgeous Destinations to Fly to This Winter — That Aren't in Europe

    Skip the long-haul flight for these escapes that are much closer, better value, and just as transportive as a Euro summer.

  • News

    You Can Walk Queensland's Scenic Rim Trail On a New Self-Guided Package With Luxury Eco Stays

    One of Queensland's most famous walks can now be done without a guide, with luxury lodging and chef-made meals to keep you going.

  • Feature

    The 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.

  • Feature

    Your Essential Guide to Memphis, Tennessee

    Memphis is a veritable playground for music fans. It's not only the home of blues and soul music but also the birthplace of rock 'n' roll.

  • Feature

    Nine Luxury Experiences in Tropical North Queensland That Are Also Environmentally Responsible

    Head north for an eco-friendly escape that doesn't skimp on luxury.

  • Feature

    Into the Wild: Go off the Beaten Path at These Fascinating Regional Destinations

    Get out of town — literally — and do your weekend differently.

  • Feature

    Green Playground

    Tropical North Queensland is the destination that should be perched at the top of your responsible travel hit list.

  • Feature

    Taste 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.

  • Feature

    Taste 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.

  • Feature

    Taste 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.

  • Feature

    Taste 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.

  • News

    Gastronomy, 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.

  • News

    A Weekender's Guide To Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale

    Less than two hours from Melbourne, whisky bars, mineral baths, coastal hikes and a huge art festival await.

  • News

    A Weekender's Guide to Kangaroo Island

    The South Australian island's wineries, beaches, oyster farms and accommodation are as beautiful as ever.

  • News

    A 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.

  • News

    A Weekender's Guide to Port Stephens

    Slurp local oysters, ride through the dunes and unearth 'Mad Max' sets on the coast.

  • Guide

    The 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.

  • Hotel

    Grand Hyatt Melbourne

    123 Collins Street, Melbourne

    A Collins Street landmark since 1986, the Grand Hyatt Melbourne continues to balance old-world grandeur with skyline views, updated dining, and classic five-star amenities.

  • Hotel

    The StandardX

    62 Rose Street, Fitzroy

    Fitzroy's The StandardX boasts 125 luxury rooms, a rooftop bar and a contemporary restaurant with rotating chefs in residency.

  • News

    The Best Glamping Sites Around Australia

    Stay in luxury tents scattered among remote deserts, lush rainforests and tropical islands at these Australian glamping sites.

  • News

    Ten 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.

  • Guide

    The 16 Best Hotels In Melbourne for 2025

    Whether you're vacationing or staycationing, this lineup of the best hotels in Melbourne will help you live your best life — fine restaurants, premium spas, rooftop pools and pillow menus await.

Travel

Get Concrete Playground's take on the latest travel news, events, places and trips
  • Travel & Leisure

    DoubleTree by Hilton Has Reimagined One of Its Hotel Rooms as a White Christmas-Themed Paradise

    It comes complete with wintery soft furnishings, a twinkling Christmas tree and Xmas-themed room service menu.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Twelve of the Most Luxurious Fiji Stays to Splurge on Now That Borders Are Opening

    Overseas adventures are back on the menu — and Fiji's stunning beaches, villas and resorts are ready and waiting for your visit.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Cape Tribulation

    Cape Tribulation and Daintree Overnight Tour

    Go on a river cruise to see saltwater crocodiles, hike through lush rainforest and go for a dip in the idyllic (and croc-free) Mossman Gorge on this two-day adventure tour.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Capertee

    Bubbletent Australia

    These off-grid inflatable domes come with woodfired baths and 360-degree views of the valley.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Ten Thrilling Travel Experiences to Gift That Person Who Loves Big Adventures

    Multi-day treks, sand dune surf sessions and jumping croc cruises — get your adrenaline-loving mate a present they won't forget.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Lakes Entrance

    Fraser Island Retreat

    Go baller and book this private island on the Victorian coast for you and your mates this summer.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Tallebudgera Valley

    Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat

    Located in the lush Tallebudgera Valley, this wellness getaway go-to is as lavish as they come.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Western Australia Will Reopen Its Borders in Early 2022 When It Reaches 90-Percent Double Jabs

    WA Premier Mark McGowan has announced that the state will start easing border controls both domestically and internationally.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Shute Harbour

    Skipper Yourself Yacht Charters

    Don't have a boat licence? No worries, you can cruise around The Whitsundays without one on these luxe boats.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Victoria Has Fully Opened Its Border to New South Wales

    Under Victoria's permit system, all of New South Wales is now classed as a green zone, allowing all NSW residents to head south without testing or quarantining.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Ten Unmissable Activities for Adventure Lovers in Tropical North Queensland

    Take a leap of faith at Australia's only bungee jump, abseil down flowing waterfalls or pitch a tent on a secluded island this autumn.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Queensland's Scenic Rim Has Been Named One of the Best Places in the World to Visit in 2022

    It's the only Australian location on the list — but Auckland was named the top city to visit in 2022.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Singapore Is Opening Up Quarantine-Free Travel to Vaccinated Australians on November 8

    A travel bubble between Australia and Singapore was first floated back in March, and it's finally becoming a reality.

  • Travel & Leisure

    South Australia Is Reopening to Vaxxed Travellers So It's Time to Book a Wine-Fuelled Holiday

    SA has revealed its reopening roadmap, including letting double-vaccinated visitors into the state without quarantining from November 23.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Virgin's New Domestic and International Flight Sale Is Selling 1.7 Million Fares Starting From $49

    You can nab a cheap flight to 28 different destinations, including Fiji, Bali and New Zealand.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Thailand Is Reopening to Australian Tourists on November 1

    Double-vaccinated Aussie travellers will be able to completely skip quarantine, too.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Tasmania Will Open to All Double-Jabbed Australian and International Arrivals on December 15

    Dreaming of a summer getaway to Tasmania? The Apple Isle has set its official reopening date, based on when it expects to get to the 90-percent double-vaccinated threshold.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Arrive by Helicopter at Byron Bay's Outrageously Luxe Hotel Clicquot This Summer

    The French champagne house drops a holiday experience for when a standard villa simply won't do.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Qantas Is Bringing Forward International Flights to Singapore, Fiji, Johannesburg and Thailand

    The airline will start flying to Singapore in mid-November — and Australia could have a quarantine-free travel bubble in place with the southeast Asian city-state by then.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Vaccinated Travellers Can Move Between NSW and Victoria Without Quarantining From November 1

    Victoria has already dropped its quarantine requirement for double-jabbed NSW travellers, and the reciprocal arrangement will kick in next month.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The NSW Government Is Giving Out $50 Vouchers to Use on Accommodation Across the State

    Premier Dominic Perrottet has announced that all adults across the state will receive a 'Stay & Rediscover' voucher to use on NSW staycations.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Tasman Is the Luxe New Hobart Hotel with Waterfront Views That'll Tempt You on a Tassie Getaway

    Australia's first Luxury Collection hotel, it'll open its doors in December.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Virgin Is Selling Direct Flights from Brisbane to The Whitsundays and Hamilton Island for $75

    Brisbanites can end 2021 with a getaway up north — with flights to Cairns and Townsville on sale, too.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Queensland Will Start Reopening Its Borders to Double-Vaccinated Visitors From Mid-November

    The announcement means that Queensland will be welcoming in travellers from elsewhere in Australia just as summer arrives.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Ten Luxury Stays in Tropical North Queensland Where You'll Wake up Immersed in Paradise

    Ever wanted to sleep in a tropical rainforest or see the ocean from your bed? Now's your chance.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Australia Is Launching Vax Travel Certificates So You Can Show Your Jab Status When Heading Overseas

    If you've been double-vaccinated and you have a valid Australian passport, you can access the new travel certificates from Tuesday, October 19.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Victorian Cherry Trail Will Feature Eight Orchards and Cherry Ice-Cream This Year

    Cherry season kicks off in early November — and this harvest trail shows you all the best spots to get your cherry fix while it's on.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Tasmanian Government Is Giving Away $300 Vouchers to Put Towards Your Next Getaway

    Travellers from Queensland, South Australia and Western Australia can nab $200 to put towards accommodation, plus $100 for attractions and tours.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Bonza Is the New Low-Cost Airline Taking to Australia's Skies in Early 2022

    The carrier plans to offer new routes into regional Australia, and give Aussies more options when it comes to airfares.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Fiji Is Reopening to Australian Tourists in November If You're Keen for a Tropical Getaway

    Virgin Australia has also announced daily flights to Nadi from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane from mid-December.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Qantas' Direct Australia-to-London Flights Will Depart From Darwin When Overseas Travel Restarts

    Until at least April 2022, the airline will fly out of the Northern Territory instead of Perth due to Western Australia's strict border rules.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Picnic Season

    Leisurely afternoons in the sun, next-level cheese platters and kicking it with your mates — picnics are officially back.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Sea Lake Has Unveiled a New Indigenous Art Gallery, Visitor Hub and Viewing Platform Overlooking Lake Tyrrell

    The state's largest and oldest inland salt lake has scored a new suite of upgrades.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Qantas Will Resume International Flights To and From Australia Next Month

    The airline will restart flights to Los Angeles and London when Australia's international borders will reopen in mid-November.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Sprawling Scenic Rim Winery The Overflow 1895 Is Opening Five Lakeside Eco-Cabins This Summer

    Eco-pod company Wander is setting up one- and two-bedroom Wander Pods on the shores of Lake Wyaralong.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Preview: Australia's First Ever Ace Hotel Looks Predictably Sleek as Hell

    Take a sneak peek inside the first Ace Hotel to grace Australian shores.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Qantas Might Start Flying Direct From Darwin to London When International Travel Resumes

    Due to Western Australia's strict border rules, the airline won't resume its direct Perth-to-London route until at least April 2022; however, it's looking to depart from the Northern Territory instead.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Qantas and Jetstar Will Increase Domestic Flights From Late October as NSW and Victoria Reopen

    Travel between New South Wales and Victoria will resume on Friday, November 5, while flights within regional NSW will ramp up from Monday, October 25.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Federal Government Aims to Open Australia's International Borders "By Christmas at the Latest"

    "It's another reason why everyone should get vaccinated," said Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment Dan Tehan.

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