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    The Five Best Waterfalls Near Brisbane That You Can Swim Under

    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

    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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    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.

  • News

    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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  • Travel & Leisure

    Fiji Is Reopening to Australian Tourists in November If You're Keen for a Tropical Getaway

    Virgin Australia has also announced daily flights to Nadi from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane from mid-December.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Qantas' Direct Australia-to-London Flights Will Depart From Darwin When Overseas Travel Restarts

    Until at least April 2022, the airline will fly out of the Northern Territory instead of Perth due to Western Australia's strict border rules.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Qantas Will Resume International Flights To and From Australia Next Month

    The airline will restart flights to Los Angeles and London when Australia's international borders will reopen in mid-November.

  • Travel & Leisure

    All the Charming Beach Houses You Can Book Between Brisbane and the Fraser Coast

    Find a lavish waterfront mansion, a quaint beachside cabin or an eco-friendly floating houseboat to complete your next beachside holiday.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Sprawling Scenic Rim Winery The Overflow 1895 Is Opening Five Lakeside Eco-Cabins This Summer

    Eco-pod company Wander is setting up one- and two-bedroom Wander Pods on the shores of Lake Wyaralong.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Preview: Australia's First Ever Ace Hotel Looks Predictably Sleek as Hell

    Take a sneak peek inside the first Ace Hotel to grace Australian shores.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Qantas Might Start Flying Direct From Darwin to London When International Travel Resumes

    Due to Western Australia's strict border rules, the airline won't resume its direct Perth-to-London route until at least April 2022; however, it's looking to depart from the Northern Territory instead.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Qantas and Jetstar Will Increase Domestic Flights From Late October as NSW and Victoria Reopen

    Travel between New South Wales and Victoria will resume on Friday, November 5, while flights within regional NSW will ramp up from Monday, October 25.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Federal Government Aims to Open Australia's International Borders "By Christmas at the Latest"

    "It's another reason why everyone should get vaccinated," said Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment Dan Tehan.

  • Travel & Leisure

    These New Queensland Travel Vouchers Will Give You $250 for Tours in the State's Tropical North

    There are 8000 up for grabs between now and April 2022, as long as you spend more than $1000 on your trip.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The NT Government Is Giving Fully Vaxxed Aussies $1000 Discounts on Trips to the Territory

    Tourism NT is the first Australian tourism body to offer a vaccine incentive, with the special applying to flights, accommodation, tours and attractions, and vehicle hire.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Australia and New Zealand's Trans-Tasman Bubble Will Remain Suspended for Another Eight Weeks

    The pause first started back in July, and will now remain in place until at least mid-November.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Australia Is Implementing a New Digital Passenger Declaration When International Travel Resumes

    The new digital pass will replace physical incoming passenger cards, and will also capture your vaccination status.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Virgin Has Launched a Five-Day Sale with Over a Million Flights Starting From $49

    Fares for 70 routes are now on sale — and you can travel until June 2022.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The 'Nine Perfect Strangers' Retreat Is on Airbnb If You're Looking for a Future Byron Bay Getaway

    Looking for somewhere lavish to stay when border restrictions and lockdowns end? This ten-bedroom luxury estate awaits.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Virgin Is Giving Away Over $150,000 in Free Flights and Frequent Flyer Points to Vaxxed Australians

    Velocity members who've had both their jabs can enter to win prizes — including lounge memberships and Virgin Australia PJs.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Crystalbrook Collection Has Given Howard Smith Wharves' Riverside Hotel an Eco-Conscious Revamp

    Carved into the cliff beneath the Story Bridge, the six-level Crystalbrook Vincent now marks the Crystalbrook Collection chain's first Brisbane hotel.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Hazelwood Estate Is the New Scenic Rim Retreat with Cabins and a Cocktail Bar on a 75-Acre Farm

    The Gold Coast hinterland spot is also home to new restaurant The Paddock, which heroes local produce.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Qantas Is Aiming to Resume International Flights to Destinations with High Jab Rates From December

    Qantas and Jetstar could start flying between Australia and Singapore, Japan, the US, the UK, Canada and Fiji again by the end of the year.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Crystalbrook Collection Is Giving Free Hotel Room Upgrades to Fully Vaccinated Guests

    Get your jabs, enjoy a luxe night out of the house.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Qantas Is Giving Flight Discounts and Frequent Flyer Points to Aussies Who've Been Fully Vaccinated

    You can also go into the draw to win a year’s worth of flights, accommodation and fuel.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Queensland Has Tightened Its Border Restrictions in Response to NSW's Statewide Lockdown

    The Sunshine State has implemented stricter rules for people who live in the New South Wales border zone.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Neuron Mobility Is Giving Away Free E-Scooter and E-Bike Trips to Get to Vaccination Appointments

    The e-transport operator is putting $100,000 towards giving 10,000 Australians free trips to get the jab.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Qantas Will Use Digital Health Passes to Verify Vaccination and Testing Status When Overseas Travel Resumes

    They'll be rolled out on Jetstar routes, too, following trials of the International Air Transport Association Travel Pass app throughout this year.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Australia and New Zealand's Trans-Tasman Bubble Has Been Suspended for At Least Eight Weeks

    With three Australian states currently in lockdown, New Zealand has once again paused quarantine-free travel.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Queensland Is Shutting Its Borders to All of New South Wales From Tomorrow

    Almost a month after it closed to Greater Sydney, Queensland will shut its borders to all of New South Wales from 1am on Friday, July 23.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Get Moving

    No matter the time of year, there's plenty to explore in this great country of ours.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Beam Is Brisbane's New Purple-Hued E-Bike and E-Scooter Service with Designated Parking Spots

    A fleet of 400 e-bikes and 1000 e-scooters are hitting Brisbane's streets from this week.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Ridesharing Service DiDi Is Offering Discounted Rides To and From Vaccination Appointments

    Nab $10 off your trip to vaccination hubs and clinics, and to GPs giving the jab — and back as well.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Quarantine-Free Travel Is Set to Recommence Between New Zealand and Queensland

    From Monday, July 12, New Zealand will restart the trans-Tasman bubble with the Sunshine State.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Qld Government Is Handing Out 38,000 More Vouchers to Use on Holidays Throughout the State

    They can be used on getaways on the Gold Coast, in Brisbane and in Cairns.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Qantas Is Launching New Flights From Brisbane to The Whitsundays

    Come September, you'll have a new excuse to head north for your next holiday.

  • Travel & Leisure

    New Hot Springs Have Opened in Far North Queensland If You Need an Excuse for Your Next Getaway

    The scenic site includes private pools, as well as a camping ground and caravan park — and hosts a nightly yarning circle, too.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Eight Mountain Biking Trails Around Australia to Tackle for Off-Road Thrills

    Whether you're looking for high-speed thrills or a more leisurely ride, these excellent mountain bike trails have something for everyone.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Nine Incredible Road Trips to Take to Explore the Country at Your Own Pace

    Hit the road, Jack, and don't you come back till you've explored rugged coastlines, lush rainforests and arid outback tracks.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Eight Multi-Day Hikes for When You Feel Like Reconnecting with Nature

    From embarking on remote coastal walks to wandering through ancient rainforests, it's time to pack the tent and explore the great outdoors.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Quarantine-Free Travel Is Set to Resume Between New Zealand and Some Australian States

    From Sunday, July 4, New Zealand will restart the trans-Tasman bubble with Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania and the ACT.

  • Travel & Leisure

    'Murder on the Rattler Express' Is the New Queensland Train Tour Combining Sightseeing and Sleuthing

    Don your best 1920s outfit and get immersed in a murder mystery while you journey through the Mary Valley.

  • Travel & Leisure

    How to Spend 48 Hours in Kangaroo Valley

    We've teamed up with Sonos to explore the great outdoors.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Virgin Is Planning to Give Free Flights and Frequent Flyer Points to Vaccinated Australians

    The airline's VA-X & Win competition will launch once COVID-19 vaccines are made available to all Australian adults.

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