• News

    All Public Transport Services in Southeast Queensland Are Cancelled From Thursday Until Further Notice

    CityCats and ferries have already stopped running, and now buses and trains will cease after the last service on Wednesday, March 5, 2025.

  • News

    Brisbane's CityCats and Ferries Have Been Suspended Until Further Notice Due to Tropical Cyclone Alfred

    Services stopped on Monday, March 3, 2025 to move the vessels to safety ahead of the storm making landfall — and all ferry terminals are now closed.

  • Guide

    Stellar Sights: New Zealand's Most Breathtaking Ever-Changing Vistas

    The natural masterpieces of New Zealand are always in-season.

  • Guide

    Adventure Awaits: Get Your Adrenaline Pumping on a Holiday in New Zealand

    For thrill-seekers and adrenaline junkies, New Zealand is one big, limitless adventure park.

  • 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

    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

    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.

  • News

    A 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.

  • News

    A Weekender's Guide to Daylesford

    Spend a few days wrapped in nature, natural mineral springs and a blanket of good food and wine.

  • 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.

  • Hotel

    The StandardX

    62 Rose Street, Fitzroy

    Fitzroy's The StandardX boasts 125 luxury rooms, a rooftop bar and a contemporary Thai restaurant.

  • News

    The 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.

  • News

    The Eight Best Places to Go Glamping in Victoria

    All these luxury Victorian glamping experiences are under two hours away from the Melbourne CBD — so you can easily have your weekend wilderness adventure and goose-feather down quilt, too.

  • News

    Ten 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.

Travel

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

    A Weekender's Guide to Woodford During Woodford Folk Festival

    Where to stay, eat and play around the area during this festival of music, food, art and culture.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Weekender's Guide to Wiseman's Ferry During Return To Rio

    Where to eat, play and stay around town at this festival along the Hawkesbury.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Airbnb Is Opening Its Own Home-Sharing Apartment Block

    It's the first of the company's plans to build their own sharing-friendly complexes — and yes, it sounds just like a hotel.

  • Travel & Leisure

    This Pinecone-Shaped Italian Holiday Home Is the Ultimate Treehouse With a View

    The three-level structures overlook the Dolomites, and come with 360-degree views and a skylight.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Five NSW Retreats Where You Can Escape to the Country

    The cutest cottages, freshest farms and prettiest pastures in driving distance of Sydney.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Japan Just Launched an Unlimited Road Trip Pass for Visiting Travellers

    Tourists can now venture far and wide through the country's scenic rural sights for one flat price.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Massive New Luxury Hotel Has Opened in Darling Harbour

    Sofitel Darling Harbour is the first new internationally branded luxury hotel to open in Sydney since the 2000 Olympics.

  • Travel & Leisure

    W Brisbane Is the City's New Luxury Riverside Hotel

    Time to book your next staycation.

  • Travel & Leisure

    How to Spend 48 Hours in Kuala Lumpur

    Make the most of your whirlwind trip to the Malaysian capital.

  • Travel & Leisure

    This NSW Farm Lets You Stay in a Luxe Restored Train Carriage Among the Gumtrees

    The NSW Southern Highlands property comes complete with a fire pit, an outdoor bath and — most importantly — not another human in sight.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Life-Sized Lego House Has Opened In Denmark

    The 12,000-square metre is shaped to look like 21 stacked Lego bricks, and boasts 25 million pieces inside.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Air France's New 'Rooftop Bar'-Like Airline Is Made for Millennials

    Joon won't be millennial pink, but it will have organic food, sneaker-clad staff and the vibe of a 'rooftop bar'.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Seven Regional Events Around NSW to Travel to This Spring

    Go beyond your usual trip to Sydney to discover and re-discover all of NSW at these springy events.

  • Travel & Leisure

    This New Remote-Sensing Laser System Could Put an End to In-Flight Turbulence

    Focusing on the bumps and jumps that happen in clear skies, Boeing's new technology could make knocked knees and spilled drinks a thing of the past.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Quick Trip to Wellington

    With all the best bits of New Zealand — sights, food, culture — blended into a renowned arts scene, sublime food circuit and spectacular waterfront, Wellington is a top spot to head to for an easy city holiday. Let's start planning.

  • Travel & Leisure

    This New Inflatable Tent-Raft Hybrid Will Change the Way You Go Camping

    Splash about in the Traft by day, then sleep in it at night.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Melbourne Airport Now Features a Pay-As-You-Go Lounge That Anyone Can Use

    Kick back at Marhaba Lounge, regardless of your airline membership situation.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Seven Events Beyond Sydney to Travel to This Spring

    Go beyond our fair city to discover and re-discover all of NSW at these springy events.

  • Travel & Leisure

    This Remote Cabin in the Swedish Wilderness Could be the Ultimate Way to De-Stress

    The 72-Hour Project looks at the benefits of Sweden's nature-loving lifestyle.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The World's First Karaoke Ferris Wheel Has Opened in Japan

    Croon tunes from one of eight rotating booths.

  • Travel & Leisure

    This All-Vegan Cruise Liner Is Shipping Vegans to the Norwegian Fjords

    It's the world's first cruise that's 100 percent vegan.

  • Travel & Leisure

    You'll Soon Be Able to Soar Across the Desert Via the World's Longest Zipline

    Opening in the UAE December, it'll be longer than 28 soccer fields.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Four Ways To Enjoy Vegas Without Stepping Foot Inside a Casino

    Find the fun, food and scenic sights beyond the debauchery and bright lights.

  • Travel & Leisure

    You Can Now Stay in the Middle of a Rwandan Volcano

    Sleep in six thatched forest villas within an eroded volcanic cone.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Qantas Plan to Launch Direct Flights to New York and London by 2022

    Stopover-free travel from Australia's east coast could be just around the corner.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Lonely Planet Has Launched an Instagram-Like App for Travel Inspiration

    The self-publishing content platform is your new #travelinspo go-to.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Less Obvious Guide to Discovering Whistler

    Discover the beauty of Whistler off the beaten track.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Weekender's Guide to the Snowy Mountains During Snowtunes

    Where to stay, eat, drink and play in the Snowy Mountains during this winter wonderland of a music festival.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Go beyond Sydney

  • Travel & Leisure

    Madrid's Massive New Cactus Garden Is a Succulent-Lover's Dream

    Featuring more than 400 xerophytic species across 16,000 square metres.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Brisbane's Getting Another Round of Free Bus Travel

    The RTBU's campaign for safer buses, a fair wage increase and modern rostering practices continues.

  • Travel & Leisure

    We're Giving Away a Trip to the Snowy Mountains for Two

    Two lucky ducks will be sent to the snow for a weekend of partying at Snowtunes.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Hot Tub Amusement Park Popped Up in Japan

    Complete with an onsen merry-go-round, hot tub-themed rollercoaster that spurts bubbles and foam dance parties.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The World's Longest Suspension Bridge Has Opened in the Swiss Alps

    The 494-metre-long pedestrian bridge reaches heights of 2200 metres above sea level.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Top Outdoor Adventures to Discover in Whistler

    Make those ski dreams a reality, and head into the great Canadian outdoors.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Gallery: National Geographic's 2017 Travel Photographer of the Year Winners

    Take a wander through some of the world's most incomprehensibly stunning moments — starting with an erupting volcano hit by a lightning bolt.

  • Travel & Leisure

    This House-Sharing Service Is Like the Airbnb for Architecture Lovers

    PlansMatter only lists "places that have architectural intention and a story to tell."

  • Travel & Leisure

    NSW's Central West Is Getting a New Pop-Up Glamping Retreat

    Soak up the splendour and serenity of Lake Lyell.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Brisbane's Bus Drivers Are Going on Strike — and Giving Everyone Free Rides

    It's part of the RTBU's continuing campaign for safer buses, a fair wage increase and modern rostering practices.

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