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    Sights of the Rising Sun: Where to Find Japan's Gorgeous Natural Gems

    From magical sakura groves to mountains that split the sky, Japan's natural beauty is unbeatable. Start exploring with this guide.

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    The Eight Best Coastal Spots for Whale Watching Across Australia

    Catch these majestic mammals frolicking along the coast on their annual migration.

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    We're Looking for a Roving Reporter to Join a Once-in-a-Lifetime Guided Tour Across Vietnam

    If you've got a nose for adventure and an eye for what makes a great video, this is the giveaway for you.

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    Here's When and Where You Can Watch the Matildas' Quest for Gold at the 2024 Paris Olympics

    Set your alarms: the Tillies play Germany, Zambia and the United States in the group stage, all at 3am Australian time.

  • News

    Qantas' Midwinter Flight Sale Boasts Over One Million Discounted Domestic Fares — with 40-Plus Routes Under $160

    Start planning your next getaway, whether you want to head from Sydney to Byron Bay for $109, Melbourne to the Gold Coast from $129 or Brisbane to the Whitsunday Coast from $119.

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    Australian Landscape-Inspired Lighting Will Help Fight Jetlag on Qantas' Direct East Coast Flights to London and NYC

    First announced in 2017, the Aussie airline's ultra long-haul Project Sunrise flights are set to launch from Sydney in mid-2026.

Latest Guides
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    Now Open: Levelling Up Your Self-Care Routine Is on the Itinerary at The Bathhouse, Albion's New Wellness Haven

    Whether you're keen to soak, float or steam, you'll find a range of ways to relax at this European-style haven in Brisbane's inner north.

  • News

    Qantas Is Now Flying Direct From Australia to Paris to Make Getting to Your Next French Holiday Even Quicker

    Taking 17 hours and 20 minutes from Perth, this brand-new route is the longest non-stop flight to France from anywhere across the globe.

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    Making the Most of the Coast: Where to Play and Eat in Noosa

    Roller coasters, swimming with whales and an intimate seasonal dining experience — discover a new side to Noosa.

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    Noosa Nights: Eight Accommodation Options for Every Kind of Traveller

    Sparkling water views, beachfront pools, deluxe spa treatments and private jetties — these stellar hotels and holiday homes have it all.

  • News

    South Bank Is Turning Into an Olympics and Paralympics Viewing Site for the Paris 2024 Games

    The inner-city spot's big screen will show the sporting action from 6am–midnight daily across both games, featuring both live broadcasts and replays.

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    You Can No Longer Cuddle a Koala at Brisbane's Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary — But a New Close-Up Experience Is Coming

    Patron feedback has indicated that visitors are "wishing to spend longer with the sanctuary's koalas and their passionate wildlife care team, without necessarily holding them".

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    From the Sky Deck to Sokyo, Here's When Everything Will Start Opening at Brisbane's New Queen's Wharf Precinct

    Thursday August 29, 2024 is launch day, finally, for this $3.6-billion spot — with its spaces, restaurants, bars and more opening in stages.

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    Virgin Is Kicking Off July with a Flight Sale on One-Million-Plus International and Domestic Fares Starting at $49

    Start booking your getaways for the next year, including to Tokyo, Bali, Fiji, Hamilton Island, Hobart and more.

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    Dreamskape Is Melbourne's Huge New Augmented-Reality Entertainment Complex — and More Australian Sites Are on the Way

    At this Aussie first, you can play your way through six activity zones across 770 square metres, featuring 100-plus games and 50 immersive experiences.

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    Coming Soon: The Lavish New Marina Mirage Gold Coast Hotel with a Rooftop Bar and Pool Will Open in 2027

    Marriott International's first-ever Luxury Collection resort on Australia's mainland will boast 122 rooms, a signature restaurant and a day spa.

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    Coming Soon: Monthly Farmers' and Artisan Markets Are Setting Up at Morningside's Rivermakers Precinct

    This waterside spot has already hosted market pop-ups, and now will welcome 150-plus vendors from on the third Sunday of every month.

  • News

    Qantas Has Dropped One Million Discounted Fares — Including 30-Plus Domestic Routes for Under $150

    Get from Sydney to the Gold Coast for $109, Brisbane to the Whitsunday Coast from $129 and Melbourne to Hobart from $149.

Latest Events
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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

  • Feature

    The Ultimate Playground

    From the wild Pacific coast to the jaw-dropping Sierra Nevada Mountains, there's no shortage of memories to made in California.

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    The Top Food and Drinks Stops to Make on a California Road Trip

    Taste your way through the Golden State by following one of these epic routes.

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    The New Indigenous Story Bridge Adventure Climb Will Give You a First Nations (and Sky-High) Perspective on Brisbane

    Artists Birrunga Wiradyuri and Jessica Skeen are leading the climbs, sharing stories about history, Country and culture in Meanjin.

  • Feature

    Find Out Why California Is the Ultimate Playground, No Matter How You Like To Travel

    Whatever kind of traveller you are, California is the playground for you.

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    Lights, Camera, Roadtrip: Ten California Filming Locations That Are Worth a Detour

    California is the home of cinema, so be sure to step foot inside some of your favourite movies at these Hollywood destinations.

  • Feature

    Cruising the Coast: Six Stunning Seaside Stops For a California Roadtrip

    Few coastlines are as iconic as that of the Golden State.

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    From Towering Redwoods to Vast Salt Plains, Here Are the Must-See Natural Wonders on a California Road Trip

    The Golden State specialises in all things natural beauty with record-setting, jaw-dropping wonders everywhere you look.

  • News

    The Big Pineapple Has Reopened with a New Cafe and Viewing Platform After an Extensive Renovation

    The train at the Sunshine Coast's giant piece of tropical fruit, which dates back to the 50s, has also been restored.

  • Feature

    Travel Guides: Europe

    It may feel like everyone you know is heading to Europe, and if you plan to join them, we have the destinations for you.

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    Bayside Moments: How to Spend a Day in Brisbane's Coastal Playground

    Explore Brisbane's seaside splendour with this first-timer's guide to the local hotspots.

  • News

    Virgin's Latest Flight Sale Has Dropped 300,000-Plus Domestic Fares From $45 for Getaways This Winter

    Add a holiday to Hamilton Island, Byron Bay, Cairns, Hobart, Darwin, the Gold Coast or the Sunshine Coast to your plans.

  • Feature

    Travel Guide: Monaco

    The glitz and glamour of the French Riviera is exemplified in this small but mighty principality.

  • Feature

    Travel Guide: Budapest

    The Hungarian capital is a treasure trove of modern and ancient history.

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    Virgin Is Slinging Cheap Fares to Celebrate Its First Direct Routes to Uluru From Melbourne and Brisbane

    The Melbourne–Uluru and Brisbane–Uluru routes are both taking off to start June — and discounted flights begin at $119.

  • News

    Coming Soon: Kangaroo Point's Long-Awaited New Green Bridge Is Set to Open by the End of 2024

    What's better than one new green bridge opening in Brisbane this year? Two, with the second featuring an overwater restaurant and bar.

  • Feature

    Travel Guide: Crete

    Journey from the mythical labyrinths of Knossos to sun-drenched beaches that kiss the shores of this olive oil paradise.

  • News

    Airtrain Fares Aren't Dropping to 50 Cents — But They Will Be Half Price for the Same Six-Month Period 

    The most you'll pay is $11 each way if you're travelling to and from Brisbane Airport from Monday, August 5, 2024 under the Queensland Government's under cost-of-living relief measures.

  • Feature

    Travel Guide: Sardinia

    Whether seeking a relaxing beach holiday or an action-packed adventure, you'll be spoiled for choice in Sardinia.

  • Feature

    Travel Guide: Paris

    France's capital is on the bucket list of most Aussies — and is set to be the top European destination of 2024 with the Summer Olympics on its roster.

  • Feature

    Travel Guide: Malta

    Uncover a treasure trove of history along sun-kissed shores of this Mediterranean island nation.

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    Now Open: Australia's First LyLo Has Brought Its Budget-Friendly Sleeping Pods to Brisbane's Former Limes Hotel

    The hotel chain first launched in New Zealand — and now it has opened its first Aussie site, where you can stay in a private sleeping pod from $69 per night.

  • News

    It's Tillies Time: Here's When You Can Watch the Matildas Play Their Next Set of Friendlies Against China

    Before Australia's national women's football team head to Paris to compete in the 2024 Olympics, the squad has two games on home soil.

  • News

    Now Cruising: Travelling to and From Howard Smith Wharves Via CityCat Has Finally Become a Reality

    Almost six years after it opened its doors, the CBD precinct beneath the Story Bridge is now serviced by CityCats.

  • News

    All Translink Public Transport Fares Across Queensland Are Being Slashed to 50 Cents for Six Months

    Effective Monday, August 5, 2024, you'll only pay 50 cents per journey on Translink services no matter how far you're travelling.

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