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    Don't stick to the rivers and lakes that you're used to — go swim under some waterfalls just a short drive from Brisbane's city centre.

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    Travel Guide: Oaxaca City

    Welcome to Mexico's colourful hub of culture and culinary delights.

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    The Five Best Rivers for Swimming in Near Brisbane

    Skip the surf and overcrowded sands of Queensland's beaches in favour of floating upstream at these nearby rivers.

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    The Most Beautiful Coastal Stays You Can Book in Noosa

    Beach sessions, rainforest treks and breezy holiday vibes await you on Queensland's Sunshine Coast.

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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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    Your Essential Guide to Memphis, Tennessee

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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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    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 Most Beautiful Coastal Stays 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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    The 14 Best Hotels In Melbourne

    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 and pillow menus await.

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    Ten Next-Level Australian Stays with Outdoor Baths for the Ultimate Relax and Rewind Getaway

    Whether you fancy relaxing in a private Japanese bathhouse, a rustic metal tub perched on a farm's timber deck, or a spa-bath in a mountain cave — we've got you covered.

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    The Best Places to Go Glamping in New Zealand

    Choose from seaside glamping spots, campsites in the mountains and tents scattered about countryside farms full of roaming sheep.

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    New Zealand's Border Reopening Plan Has Been Brought Forward, But You Can't Holiday There Just Yet

    The new reopening plan comes amid New Zealand's current Omicron outbreak, which sees the country experiencing one of the highest transmission rates in the world.

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    Brisbane's Trains, Buses and Ferries Are Currently Suspended Until Further Notice

    Due to the weekend's wet weather, the Queensland Government has also advised southeast Queenslanders to avoid all non-essential travel.

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    Western Australia's Turquoise Bay Has Been Named the Best Beach in the South Pacific for 2022

    Beaches in Australia and New Zealand took out nine of the top ten spots.

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    Seven Reasons Barrington Tops Is an Underrated Weekend Getaway Spot

    Dive into hidden swimming holes, tackle rewarding overnight hikes and sleep in ancient forest in this vast region four hours north of Sydney.

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    Six Incredible Ways to Explore Talbingo at the Edge of the Snowy Mountains

    Spend the morning exploring dramatic caves and take a dip in a natural thermal pool when you're back above ground.

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    Six Reasons to Head to Nelson, the End of the Great Ocean Road

    Remote beaches, rugged waves and unforgettable camping await in the far southwest corner of Victoria.

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    Jetstar Is Celebrating February 22 By Dropping $22 Flights to Destinations Around Australia

    The airline's 22,000 super-cheap fares cover everywhere from Cairns and Hamilton Island to Hobart and Uluru — and they're only available for one day.

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    These Sight-Seeing Day-Trip Plane Tours of Antarctica Are Taking to the Skies Again in 2022

    Spend a day scoping out the icy continent from the air, with day-trip flights leaving from Sydney, Hobart, Brisbane, Perth, Canberra, Melbourne and Adelaide.

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    We're Giving Away Four $2000 Airbnb Vouchers for Your Next Epic Weekend Away

    Wherever you choose to go, your next weekend away is on us.

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    Western Australia Will Reopen Its Domestic and International Borders on March 3

    After postponing its plan to ditch its hard border in February, WA will finally reopen to the rest of the country — and the world — in March.

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    Soon-to-Launch New Low-Cost Airline Bonza Will Fly 25 Routes Between 16 Australian Destinations

    The new carrier's routes include stops on the Sunshine Coast and in the Whitsundays, at Coffs Harbour and Newcastle, and in Melbourne and Mildura.

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    Virgin Is Doing a Huge Week-Long Sale with 1.5 Million Flights to and From Queensland From $59

    If you're looking to spend your next break in the Sunshine State, this'll help.

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    Queenstown Music Festival and Ski Trip Snow Machine Has Launched Its Full 2022 Lineup

    Four snow-filled days of music, skiing and adventure awaits.

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    The Best Things to Do In Thredbo This Winter

    Hint: it's not just the incredible ski runs and spectacular scenery.

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    A Jam-Packed Itinerary of Essential Desert Experiences in the Red Centre

    Explore the Red Centre on camelback, enjoy a refreshing dip in an ancient waterhole or see the staggering beauty of Uluru up close.

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    Nine Exhilarating Experiences Every Adventure Lover Should Have in Alice Springs and Beyond

    Soar over the Red Centre in a glider, captain a buggy over desert terrains, or camp out under a million stars

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    Airbnb Has Recreated the 'Bluey' House in Brisbane If You'd Like to Spend a Night in the Hit Series

    The homegrown animated hit comes to life — and you can stay in this IRL replica of the Heeler family home for $20 a night.

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    New Zealand Will Allow Vaccinated Australian Tourists to Cross the Ditch for Holidays by July

    By the middle of 2022, Australians will be able to visit New Zealand's lush greenery again — and book in a snowy midyear holiday.

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    Bali Is Reopening to Australian Tourists This Week

    Double-vaccinated travellers will still need to spend their first five days in quarantine, however.

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    An Outrageously Luxe Itinerary to Follow on That Once-in-a-Lifetime Trip to Central Australia

    Float over Alice Springs in a hot air balloon, tour the Red Centre on the back of a Harley or feel glamorous glamping under the stars.

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    Ten Rewarding Cultural Experiences to Immerse Yourself in on a Trip to Central Australia

    These life-changing, perspective-shifting experiences will shoot straight to the top of your bucket list.

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    Virgin Is Bringing Back Its Boozy Pride Flights with Drag, DJs and Bottomless Drinks for Mardi Gras

    After first taking off in 2021, Virgin's Sydney-bound pride flights will depart from both Brisbane and Melbourne — just in time for the last weekend of Mardi Gras.

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    Nine Unexpected Things You Didn't Know You Could Do (and See) in Central Australia

    Stargaze in scenic Uluru, catch a festival of drag, glitter and cabaret and see the world's largest bird — expect the unexpected.

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    Josephine Falls

    Slide down a natural rock waterslide into a sparkling rainforest pool.

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    Western Australia's Misery Beach Has Been Named Australia's Best Beach for 2022

    Every Australian state and territory is represented in Tourism Australia's full list of the 20 best beaches for this year, too.

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    QT Is Sharing the Love This February with a Chance to Win a Hotel Room for the Month

    Head in for a romantic one-night hotel staycation, emerge 17 days later.

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    Airbnb Has Revealed Its Most-Liked Homes of 2021 If You're Looking to Book an Enviable Getaway

    Check out the most idyllic stays from across the globe.

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    Western Australia Has Postponed Reopening Its Borders to the Rest of the Country (and the World)

    Due to the COVID-19 situation in the rest of Australia, WA is indefinitely delaying its plans to drop its hard border.

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    Airbnb Wants You to Spend a Year Living Rent-Free in a Gorgeous Sicily Townhouse

    The house-sharing platform is giving one person the chance to spend 12 months living rent-free in the rural village of Sambuca.

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    Eight Incredible Ways You Can Experience the Great Barrier Reef in Tropical North Queensland

    From luxury multi-day adventures to First Nations-led tours, there are many different ways you can experience the Great Barrier Reef.

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    Queensland Is Ditching All Domestic Border Restrictions From January 15

    To get into the Sunshine State, you'll no longer need to show a border pass or provide proof of a rapid antigen test.

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    Red Playground: An Extensive Travel Guide to Central Australia

    Imagine a place where you start the day by watching the sun rise over the desert.

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    Air New Zealand Has Been Named the World's Safest Airline for 2022

    For the first time since 2013, Qantas didn't take out the top spot.

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    Only in Tropical North Queensland

    One moment you could be diving deep into the Great Barrier Reef. The next, you could be hiking through World Heritage-listed rainforest.

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    I Finally Made the Journey to Central Australia — and It Soars Beyond Expectation

    Concrete Playground Editor, Suz Tucker, journeyed to the Red Centre of Australia to discover places and culture you'll find nowhere else on earth.

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    All Public Transport Will Be Free Across Brisbane on New Year's Eve 2021

    So you can get to and from your NYE parties without spending a penny.

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    Qantas Is Launching Direct Flights From Australia to Rome Just in Time for European Summer Getaways

    The only direct service between Australia and continental Europe, the Perth–Rome flights will take off three times a week between June and October 2022.

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    Western Australia Will Reopen to the Rest of the Country (and the World) on February 5

    WA will drop its hard border at 12.01am on Saturday, February 5, based on the expectation that 90 percent of residents over the age of 12 will be double-vaccinated by then.

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    Virgin Is Selling Flights to and From Queensland From $59 Now That the Border Has Officially Reopened

    The Sunshine State now allows double-vaccinated travellers to visit without quarantining — and double-jabbed Queenslanders to return home from interstate trips.

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    The Northern Beaches' Luxury Floating Villa Is Reopening with a New Look and On-Board Sauna

    Located just off Palm Beach, Lilypad comes with an on-board wine cellar, gourmet meals and your own boat.

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