• News

    You Might Soon Be Able to Fly Direct From Brisbane to New York and London

    As well as non-stop routes from Sydney and Melbourne to Europe and the US, Qantas is contemplating direct flights from Brisbane.

  • News

    Five Summer Occasions that Should Be Paired with a Glass of Sparkling

    Because we all want a reason to pop some bubbly more often.

  • News

    Four (Not-So) Hidden Gems to Discover and Rediscover in Brisbane Over Summer

    The little nuggets of gold you may have forgotten — or never got around to visiting in the first place.

  • News

    The Go-To Gin Guide to Summer in Brisbane

    'Tis the season for exploring — gin in hand.

  • The Summer Guide to Brisbane 2018–19

    Slap on your sunscreen and get out there — clear blues, secluded bush spots and ice-cold beers await.

  • News

    Summer Reading List 2018–19

    Including a controversial memoir, this year's Man Booker winner and the latest effort from the author behind 'Call Me By Your Name'.

Latest Guides
  • News

    Here Is What Australia's Crazy Weather Has Planned for Christmas Day

    December 25 is gifting most of the country with high temperatures, heatwaves and a whole heap of sunshine.

  • News

    Japan Is Set to Score an Immersive 'Toy Story'-Themed Hotel

    It's set to open at Tokyo Disney Resort in 2021.

  • News

    Brisbane Looks Set to Cop An Onslaught of Rain So Prepare Your Brollies

    And parts of the state are expected to experience storms, too.

  • News

    You Can Now Sleep Under the Sea at this Underwater Hotel in The Maldives

    Literally sleep with the fishes in what's being called the world's "first undersea residence".

  • News

    MONA's Ambitious Giant Five-Star Hotel Is One Step Closer to Becoming a Reality

    David Walsh's plans for Motown hotel include indoor and outdoor theatres, a giant library and a spa designed by James Turrell.

  • News

    The Glowing Green 'Christmas Comet' Will Be Visible Down Under This Week

    Prepare to look up at the comet 46P/Wirtanen, which might even be visible to the naked eye.

  • News

    Muji's First Japanese Hotel Is Set to Open in 2019

    The Tokyo site joins the company's existing hotels in Shenzhen and Beijing in China.

  • News

    A Heap of Brisbane Train Stations Will be Closed Over the Christmas Period

    If you're travelling in Brisbane's west or through the inner city, take note.

  • News

    Mere Muggles Can Now Spend the Night at Hogwarts Thanks to This New Wizards Suite

    The magical room at Melbourne's Hotel Windsor coincides with the Aussie run of 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child'.

  • News

    The Auchenflower Stretch of Coronation Drive Is Closed Due to a Police Incident

    Bus detours are in place, ferries aren't stopping along the river — and it's recommended that you avoid the area.

  • News

    Luxe New Brisbane Hotel Ovolo The Valley Has Just Opened Its Rockstar-Inspired Doors

    The old Emporium hotel site has had a $55 million, design-led facelift.

Latest Events
  • Event

    World Science Festival Brisbane

    Fri, 21 Mar - Sun, 30 Mar 2025

    Various Brisbane venues, Brisbane

    Whether you're interested in the a peek inside Queensland Herbarium, the physics of skateboarding or seafaring cinema, this fest has you covered.

  • Event

    Innocent Bystander Tasting Bar at Babylon Garden

    Thu, 27 Feb - Sun, 16 Mar 2025

    Babylon Garden, Brisbane City

    Come for the pop-up cellar door from this Yarra Valley winery, stay for the Harry Styles lookalike contest, free tattoos, and gin and wine masterclass.

  • Event

    Big Gay Day

    Sun, 4 May, 2025

    The Wickham, Fortitude Valley

    The Wickham's queer street festival is turning 25 with Peach PRC and The Presets leading the lineup.

  • Event

    New Order: Australian Tour 2025

    Tue, 11 Mar, 2025

    Riverstage, Brisbane

    After their 2020 tour was cut short due to the pandemic, these music icons are returning Down Under.

  • Event

    OHM

    Fri, 28 Feb - Sat, 22 Mar 2025

    Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm

    From King Stingray to Brisbane's largest neuro-inclusive silent disco, Brisbane Powerhouse's Festival of Other Music boasts a stellar 2025 lineup.

  • Event

    Margs-a-Million

    Sun, 16 Mar, 2025

    Southside Restaurant, South Brisbane

    This returning margarita festival at Southside is pairing 'ritas, mariachi tunes, and a mezcal and tequila tasting station bites with whipped up with the Baja crew.

  • Event

    March Into Margarita

    Sat, 1 Mar - Mon, 31 Mar 2025

    Fish Lane, South Brisbane

    Fish Lane is dedicating the entire month of March to margaritas and marg-fuelled events.

  • Event

    Beermuda

    Sat, 29 Mar, 2025

    Various Brisbane venues, Brisbane

    This four-stop brewery crawl will take you hopping and sipping your way through the southside's busy beer scene.

  • Event

    Feel Good Program

    Sat, 1 Mar - Thu, 1 May 2025

    South Bank Parklands, Brisbane

    Bend, stretch, splash and dance your way through spring at South Bank's free exercise classes.

  • Event

    HSW Margarita Week

    Thu, 20 Feb - Sun, 2 Mar 2025

    Howard Smith Wharves Precinct, Brisbane City

    Spend 11 days sipping margaritas by the river at Howard Smith Wharves, and tucking into Mexican-inspired dishes from Stanley Chef Louis Tikaram.

  • News

    The Whitsundays' Whitehaven Beach Has Been Named One of the Best in the World

    Six Australian beaches have made FlightNetwork list of the top 50 best beaches in the world.

  • News

    The Impressive Geminids Meteor Shower Will Be Visible in Australia Tonight

    The spectacular starry event only happens once a year.

  • News

    Take a Sneak Peek at the New Intergalactic Attractions Coming to Disney's 'Star Wars' Theme Parks

    Hop into the driver's seat of Han Solo's beloved Millennium Falcon, and get caught in the middle of a battle between the Resistance and the First Order

  • News

    A New Luxury Cross-Country Train Will Soon be Making Its Way Across Australia

    It'll travel from Adelaide to Brisbane over three days — and make the reverse journey across four.

  • Guide

    Brisbane's Best New Events of 2018

    The six most innovative events to have landed in Brisbane this year.

  • News

    Free WiFi Is Coming to Queensland Beaches

    Stay between the flags, and you'll also get safety tips updated by surf life savers patrolling the shore.

  • News

    Super Affordable Activewear Brand Decathlon Has Opened Its Second Sydney Store

    It's the French retail giant's second Australian store, stocking everything from activewear and sporting goods to tents and wetsuits.

  • News

    The Big Melon Is Australia's Newest Giant-Sized Tourist Attraction

    Joining the ranks of the Big Pineapple and Big Banana, this newcomer has made its home in the QLD town of Chinchilla: the melon capital of Australia

  • News

    Sydney's Axe Throwing Joint Maniax Has Finally Arrived in Brisbane

    And it's opening with a free day of hurling hatchets at its new Newstead digs.

  • News

    A Fancy New Double-Decker CityCat Will Soon Be Cruising the Brisbane River

    It's set to hit the water in late 2019 — and come 2020, it'll also stop at Brisbane's newest inner-city terminal.

  • News

    Brisbane's Westin Hotel Opens This Week with the City's First Swim-Up Pool Bar

    The 299-room hotel features not only the impressive pool, but a restaurant, a jazz bar, a fitness studio and luxury spa.

  • News

    We're Giving You the Chance to Win $250 to Spend on Your Next Date (or Five)

    Splash that cash wisely and you can make it last across multiple dates.

  • News

    You Can Now Escape to a Luxury Dome Tent in the Middle of the NSW Bush

    This two-person stay is located on a sprawling property and totally secluded, with stunning views and minimal carbon footprint.

  • News

    Five Dates Under $50 to Plan This Spring in Brisbane

    Less than a pineapple and better than dinner and a movie.

  • News

    Sri Lanka Has Been Named the Number One Country to Visit in 2019 by Lonely Planet

    The island nation has taken the top spot on the annual travel destination list.

  • News

    MONA Wants to Fly You and Your Mates to Its Summer Festival for Free on Its New Airline Air Mofo

    It's giving away Mona Foma festival tickets and airfares for you and five mates — and it won't be an ordinary flight, either.

  • News

    You Can Now Take a Flight on the World's First Craft Beer Airline

    Yes, it's all about drinking craft brews at 30,000 feet.

  • News

    Six Alternative Ideas to Help You Get Out of Town Over New Year's Eve

    If you don't feel like joining the crowds in the city or sweating it out at a festival this year, ring in 2019 from Tassie, a yoga treehouse or a secluded west coast beach.

  • News

    The Calile Is Fortitude Valley's New Resort-Style Hotel with Cabanas, Poolside Dining and an All-Day Bar

    The new 175-room spot is calling itself 'Australia's first urban resort'.

  • News

    Western Sydney Will Soon Be Home to the World's Fastest Roller Coaster Zipline

    The Crazy Rider Xpress sends punters hurtling through the treetops at 50kmh, even doing loop-de-loops

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