Royal Caribbean's newest ship has overtaken its Icon Class sisters to become the largest cruise ship in the world, kicking off seven-night Mediterranean sailings from Barcelona and Rome this month.
Turns out the secret to a truly relaxing holiday isn't heading away more often — it's staying an extra night for free.
Bypassing peak-season summer crowds has its perks. We have tracked down Australia’s premier cold-weather sanctuaries, packing in architectural eco-lodges, hyperlocal vineyard dining, and the best places to thaw out by a roaring open fire.
Dark Mofo bathes Hobart in red light, fire and ritual every winter solstice. Here's where to stay, what to eat and how to do the long nights properly — from the Winter Feast to Night Mass.
From helicopter wine tours to luxury hotel stays, there are plenty of ways to live the high life in Brisbane.
There's a reason we love travelling so much.
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.
Head north for an eco-friendly escape that doesn't skimp on luxury.
Get out of town — literally — and do your weekend differently.
Tropical North Queensland is the destination that should be perched at the top of your responsible travel hit list.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Where to stay, eat, drink and play around one of Australia's most-loved coastal towns.
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.
Less than two hours from Melbourne, whisky bars, mineral baths, coastal hikes and a huge art festival await.
The South Australian island's wineries, beaches, oyster farms and accommodation are as beautiful as ever.
Watch baby turtles hatch, swim at the Southern Great Barrier Reef, then sample award-winning local gin and rum.
48 James Street, Fortitude Valley
A Fortitude Valley stay that pairs resort-style living with one of Brisbane’s best dining and shopping precincts.
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.
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.
62 Rose Street, Fitzroy
Fitzroy's The StandardX boasts 125 luxury rooms, a rooftop bar and a contemporary restaurant with rotating chefs in residency.
Stay in luxury tents scattered among remote deserts, lush rainforests and tropical islands at these Australian glamping sites.
From sprawling rainforest escapes to chic inner-city lofts, Auckland's Airbnb game is set to impress.
The airline has chosen its preferred aircraft, but won't make a call on whether the flights will come to fruition until March 2020.
Escape the city grind for coastal hikes, kayaking adventures and lots of fresh seafood.
The Valley shipping container hangout is bringing in a pool, cabanas and daybeds for summer.
Two inland beaches have made the Tourism Australia list for the first time, too.
Jetstar pilots, baggage handlers and ground crew will take industrial action over three days.
You’d be forgiven for thinking you were in Graceland at this officially endorsed Elvis Presley fest.
If you usually travel home via ferry, you'll need to make alternative plans.
Pack a book, turn off your laptop and escape to this solar-powered, secluded tiny house.
TransLink is trialling the move for three months between December 2019 and March 2020.
Jetstar workers have voted in favour of industrial action that could see see pilots, baggage handlers and ground crew walk off the job in the coming weeks.
The first trams with passengers will run between Circular Quay and Randwick on December 14 — and the first two days of travel will be free.
Spend a night here and you'll be a happy little Vegemite.
It's planning to set sail in 2021, cruising through Iceland, Northern Ireland, Spain, Malta and Croatia.
Stay safe and dry — we're expecting "damaging winds and large hailstones".
Cruise the Whitsundays on a floating pontoon — and sleep below sea level.
The hiking track will be complete by the end of 2020.
Catch a meteor shower from Australia's highest peak, do yoga in a snow gum forest and wander through wildflower-filled meadows.
With an on-board licensed cafe (for pre-work coffees and post-work wines).
Head on a snow walk, visit a festive light show and a join a workshop at a market — all inside the airport.
Spirit of Tasmania is offering some serious discounts on travel for next year — and right in time for Dark Mofo.
Lots of rain, hail and wind is expected.
The four-hour, network-wide strike will follow failed negotiations between Yarra Trams and the Rail Tram and Bus Union.
'Camp Crocodile Hunter', as the new campground will be called, will is set to open in 2020.
Located in Napa Valley, it'll only operate for a weekend — but it'll be filled with Nutella items.
The Oscar-winning actor helped design the cabin — and has filled it with all his favourite books, music and bourbon.
The new Japanese theme park attraction will stretch across 120 metres in length — and it's due to open next year.
You might want to stay indoors — we're expecting hail.
With comfy doggy beds and a pet degustation menu, four-legged guests are treated like royalty.
After flying direct from New York–Sydney in October, the airline has just trialled its next possible non-stop long-haul route.
Thick smoke from bushfires across New South Wales is currently affecting large parts of the city.
Thick smoke from bushfires across Queensland and New South Wales is currently affecting large parts of the city.
You'll be able to hop on a train for free on four consecutive Mondays in November and December.
And the decked-out bell tents are a very reasonable $220 a night (or $110 if you split it).
Stretch your legs — and your photo-taking expertise — along converted rail trails, through bushland and over pink-tinged peaks.
Fill your weekend away with all the exciting sights — from galleries and goldfields to glamping tents to sleep in.
Sip champagne, catch a movie by the harbour and have a boogie at a community festival.
Slurp oysters, drink wine by the harbour and have a boogie at a western Sydney dance party.
Thick smoke from bushfires on the north coast and northern NSW is currently affecting large parts of the city.
Thousands of activists are set to protest outside a four-day mining conference at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.
If you're a sucker for anything bright and floral, here's where to get a glimpse of the jacaranda trees in full bloom.
