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This South Coast Winery Is Offering 20 Percent Off Luxury Villas and a $100 Estate Credit

58 Washburton Road, Ulladulla

If you've been looking for a summer escape, this is your sign.

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Planning A Trip to Tassie? Add These Whisky-Fuelled Experiences To Your List

The Still and Pontville Distillery offer both charming history and a glimpse into Tasmania's new wave of whisky.

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Sydney in Summer

See the Harbour City come alive when the sun shines.

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This Just In: Jetstar Is Offering Return Flights for Free With a Three-Day Black Friday Sale

Book a 2026 trip for way, way less with this steal of a Black Friday sale.

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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.

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Chase the Feels: How to Plan a Memorable Trip in New South Wales

There's a reason we love travelling so much.

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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.

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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.

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

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

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Green Playground

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

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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.

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A Southern Edge Road Trip: Follow a CP Writer's Ambling Foodie Adventure in Tasmania's South

"While I love a scenic road trip with good company as much as the next person, this road trip truly rivalled almost every journey I can recall."

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A Northern Forage Road Trip: Follow a CP Writer's Tasting Tour Across Tasmania's North

Proceed with an empty stomach, an open mind and a readiness to build a more meaningful relationship with what’s on your plate.

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Meet The Culinary Tastemakers Championing Tasmanian Produce

Meet the passionate advocates and entrepreneurs who deal in flavours of the wild and tastes of terroir with the finest produce the earth and sea can offer.

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A Weekender's Guide to Kangaroo Island

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

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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.

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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.

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A Weekender's Guide to the Scenic Rim

Wander through lavender fields, ride a camel and sample locally made spirits — 90 minutes from Brisbane.

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A Weekender's Guide to Mudgee

Hop between cellar doors, then sleep among the vines.

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The Best Glamping Sites Around Australia

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Ten of the Most-Secluded Waterfront Getaways You Can Book on the Northern Beaches

You can't jump on a plane to the Riviera, but you can escape the city for a tranquil weekend on Pittwater.

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

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Ulladulla

This South Coast Winery Is Offering 20 Percent Off Luxury Villas and a $100 Estate Credit

If you've been looking for a summer escape, this is your sign.
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Planning A Trip to Tassie? Add These Whisky-Fuelled Experiences To Your List

The Still and Pontville Distillery offer both charming history and a glimpse into Tasmania's new wave of whisky.
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Sydney in Summer

See the Harbour City come alive when the sun shines.
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This Just In: Jetstar Is Offering Return Flights for Free With a Three-Day Black Friday Sale

Book a 2026 trip for way, way less with this steal of a Black Friday sale.
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CP Picks: The Best Gifts for People Who Are Never Home — According to Travel Writers

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The Best Aussie Cities for a Summer Getaway

From rooftop pools to wild green spaces, your next city break just got a lot more exciting.
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How to Spend a Weekend in Auckland: New Zealand's Foodie and Music Capital

From rolling volcanic hills to sleek Euro dining, a weekend in Auckland makes for the perfect escape.
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Fortitude Valley's The Calile Hotel Has Been Named on the World's 50 Best Hotels List for the Third Year Running, Ranked at No. 34

By making this prestigious list for the third consecutive year, Brisbane's urban sanctuary becomes the only hotel in Oceania to rank in every instalment of the award.
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In the Shadow of Byron Bay Lighthouse, ESTE Wategos Is the Heavenly Beachside Stay You've Been Waiting For

Surrounded by luxe amenities and pristine nature, these high-end residences present a different side of the famed surf town.
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The Local Edit: How to Explore Adelaide's Vibrant CBD Neighbourhood

With chic wine bars and award-winning restaurants, Adelaide's CBD makes for a perfect weekend getaway.
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The Top Countries Australians Are Traveling to Right Now — And the Surprising Countries on the Rise

From classic favourites to unexpected contenders, the results of a new report may just influence your next trip.
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A Weekender's Guide to Tasmania's Wild West Coast

As rugged as its reputation suggests, Tassie's West Coast lives up to its persevering motto: "We find a way, or we make a way."
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This Just In: Byron Bay's Elements of Byron Is the Best Wellness-Focused Resort of 2025

Two things put a resort in the running for this award: sustainability and luxury.
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The Local Edit: Get to Know Brisbane's Inner City Hangs

The Brisbane CBD and nearby neighbourhoods isn't all concrete jungle and suits. Here's where to eat, drink and explore when in town.
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How to Spend a Weekend In Potts Point: Sydney's Inner-City Culture-Soaked Neighbourhood

Here's how to spend a day wandering the historic and stylish suburb of Potts Point.
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Live Like a Cashed-Up Local, as Mondrian Gold Coast Launches Luxe Residential-Style Beach Houses in Burleigh Heads

Bringing a new element to this high-end coastal stay, a pair of residential-inspired beach houses invite guests to imagine themselves putting down beachfront roots.
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A Weekender's Guide to Mildura

The outback town, on the banks of the Murray River, first made its mark on the Australian art scene in the '60s and '70s, with a legacy continuing today through galleries, public art and major events.
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QT Hotels Is Launching Luxury Hotel Stays for Your Pets, Including Butler Service

Did someone say steak tartare and bacon ice cream?
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It's Official: Aussies Are Visiting Japan in Record Numbers — But Where We Go (and What We Do) Might Surprise You

Thanks to newly released data from travel platform Klook, Aussies are increasingly choosing lesser-known cities and culturally engaged activities.
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Coming Soon: Mercure Clear Mountain Is Set to Become Moreton Bay's First Five-Star Hotel Following a $4 Million Luxury Transformation

One of Brisbane's best and closest nature retreats will soon be even more lavish, as an extensive renovation brings new suites, dining and relaxation experiences.
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Lock In Your End-of-Year Travel Plans — Scoot Has Just Announced New Routes for Thailand and Japan Starting From $219

Get immersed in Northern Thailand's lush hillside multiculturalism or journey to Japan's southern archipelago for a white-sand escape.
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Australia's Airports Have Just Been Ranked for Convenience — and Melbourne's Tullamarine Has Been Voted the Worst

Keen to relax before departing on an overseas adventure? This new study has just revealed which Australian airports make for a convenient trip.
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Australia Has Beaten The Maldives, Mexico and Thailand as a Bucket List Destination in a Recent Survey of Aspiring Travellers

British holidaygoers continue to be drawn down under, the numbers prove it.
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Eight Winter Stays in New Zealand That Give You More Bang for Your Buck

Chase the snow, the stars or the hot springs with an exclusive offer for Visa cardholders.
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Qantas Has Just Announced a Huge International Sale, Featuring Return Flights on 30-Plus Routes Starting From $499

Don't wait to book your next getaway, with 350,000 discounted seats available for destinations like Tokyo, Bali and Los Angeles.
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Eight Incredible Bali Stays That'll Save You Money Through Concrete Playground Trips

Indonesia is always a good idea, and now you can book these luxe stays for less.
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