• News

    Brisbane's CityCats and Ferries Have Been Suspended Until Further Notice Due to Tropical Cyclone Alfred

    Services stopped on Monday, March 3, 2025 to move the vessels to safety ahead of the storm making landfall — and all ferry terminals are now closed.

  • Guide

    Stellar Sights: New Zealand's Most Breathtaking Ever-Changing Vistas

    The natural masterpieces of New Zealand are always in-season.

  • Guide

    Adventure Awaits: Get Your Adrenaline Pumping on a Holiday in New Zealand

    For thrill-seekers and adrenaline junkies, New Zealand is one big, limitless adventure park.

  • News

    Bayous, Bluffs and Beyond: The South's Most Breathtaking Outdoor Experiences

    If you're in search of America's most spectacular scenery and nature experiences, look no further than the South.

  • Feature

    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.

  • Feature

    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.

  • Feature

    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.

  • Feature

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

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

  • Feature

    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.

  • Feature

    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."

  • Feature

    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.

  • News

    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.

  • News

    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.

  • News

    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.

  • News

    A Weekender's Guide to the Scenic Rim

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

  • News

    A Weekender's Guide to Mudgee

    Hop between cellar doors, then sleep among the vines.

  • News

    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.

  • Guide

    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.

  • News

    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.

  • News

    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.

  • News

    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.

  • News

    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.

Travel

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

    Eight Cabins, Cottages and Chalets You Can Get Cosy In within 250 Kilometres of Brisbane

    Because cold weather means holing up in cute hideaways — sitting by the fire or in a spa and surrounded by trees, bushland and mountains.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Your Next Japanese Holiday Could Be Partly Paid for By the Japanese Government

    The Japan Tourism Agency has announced a program that'll subsidise a portion of tourists' travel expenses, to come into effect when the country reopens its borders.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Coolum Beach

    Coolum Beach Holiday Park

    Enjoy the best of both worlds at this town- and beach-adjacent camping spot.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Moreton Island

    The Wrecks Camping Area

    Wake up to one of the best views in the country.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Whitsundays

    Whitehaven Beach Camping Ground

    Add this legendary spot to your camping bucket list.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Inskip

    Inskip Peninsula Recreation Area

    A dog-friendly camping spot near Rainbow Beach.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Point Lookout

    Cylinder Beach

    Pitch your tent at this North Stradbroke spot.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Lake Eacham

    Lake Eacham

    A dreamy lake encircled by rainforest.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Fraser Island

    Lake McKenzie

    This Fraser Island spot may look like a beach — but it isn't.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Melbourne's W Hotel Is Set to Open This Year with a Sky-High Gold-Adorned Pool

    As well as four in-house restaurants and bars and something called an 'Extreme Wow Suite'.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Montville

    Bird Song Valley

    A classic 1920s Queenslander with a fireplace and a luxe spa bath.

  • Travel & Leisure
    The Pocket

    Kyoto Mountain Lodge

    Wake up to views all the way to the ocean.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Cooloola

    Double Island Point Beach Camping

    You'll have to four-wheel-drive in and bring your own supplies, but the proximity to the ocean is worth it.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Lamington

    Nightfall

    One of Queensland's most exclusive glamping spots.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Mount Cotton

    Sanctuary by Sirromet

    Queensland's first vineyard glamping experience.

  • Travel & Leisure
    North Stradbroke Island

    Minjerribah Camping

    A mini village of beachfront glamping tents on Stradbroke Island.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Regional Holidays within Queensland Will Be Allowed from June 12

    Queenslanders will be able to travel up to 250 kilometres away from home, and stay overnight — while staying within the state.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Unyoked

    Get off the grid, disconnect and have your own tiny getaway.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Queensland Border Might Remain Closed Until September

    While there's community transmission in Victoria and New South Wales, Queensland is unlikely to open its border to the southern states.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Fraser, Moreton and North Stradbroke Islands Are Reopening for Day Trips

    If you live within 150 kilometres of the three islands, you can now visit for the day.

  • Food & Drink

    A Long Weekender's Guide to Darwin for When You Need Warm Weather Again

    Spend balmy nights in Australia's Top End tucking into fresh seafood and meeting local makers.

  • Travel & Leisure

    International Travel Won't Be Back to Normal Until 2023 Says Industry Expert

    But, there are hopes domestic travel could pick up sooner.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Food and Wine Lover's Guide to Adelaide

    There's more to Adelaide than just great wine — head south to explore underground bars, laneway restaurants and jam-packed markets.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Seven Getaways from Brisbane Perfect for a Winter Escape with Your Crew

    Whether you're a nature enthusiast, food lover or just in need of some quality D&M time, these retreats will sort you out.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Guide to Relaxing in Margaret River

    You'll find spa retreats, sunset ocean vistas and vineyard restaurants in Western Australia's famously beautiful wine region.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Live from Aus

    Watch the sunset over Uluru, learn to make cheese and see a (very cute) penguin parade — for free.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Ten Places You Can Day-Trip to Within 150 Kilometres of Brisbane

    Head out of town for coastal walks along the beach, glow worms and scenic sights aplenty.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Most Spectacular Lakes in Australia That You Need to See in Real Life

    Peel away from the coast to explore tropical swimming holes, bright pink bodies and glassy waters that stretch as far as the eye can see.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Tourism Australia's Program of Virtual Tours and Trips Lets You Travel the Country from Your Couch

    Head on an underwater tour of the Great Barrier Reef, learn to make cheese and watch the sunset over Uluru — for free.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Supermoon Will Be Visible in Australia and New Zealand Tonight

    Head out to your backyard or balcony and look up.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Interstate Travel Could Be Back on the Cards by Early July

    And, when it is allowed, some interstate airfares could be as cheap as $19.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Sicilian Government Will Help Pay for Your Post-Coronavirus Holiday to the Italian Island

    It'll pay half the price of plane tickets, a third of hotel expenses, and for all tickets to museums and archaeological sites.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Unyoked Is Offering Discounted Off-Grid Getaways for Hospital and Emergency Service Workers

    So you can 'prescribe' your friend on the frontline a weekend in the wilderness — once travel restrictions have eased, of course.

  • Travel & Leisure

    You Can Now Take a Virtual Tour of The Netherlands' Biggest Tulip Garden

    Usually, Keukenhof Flower Exhibit would be filled with tourists at this time of year — so it's showing off its floral blooms online.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Australian Borders Look to Remain Closed to International Travel for at Least Three-to-Four Months

    But travel between Australia and NZ could be allowed to start before then.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Virgin Australia Has Entered Voluntary Administration

    The 20-year-old Australian airline company will continue to run its scheduled flights and hopes to emerge from COVID-19 in a "stronger financial position".

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Winter Escapist's Guide to Port Stephens and Its Surrounds

    Don't go into hibernation this year. Follow your wanderlust up the coast instead.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Australians Have Been Encouraged to Start Dreaming of and Planning Domestic Holidays

    But the Federal Tourism Minister has warned that international travel could be off the cards until 2021.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Airbnb Is Now Offering Online Experiences So You Can Get Your Travel Fix From Your Couch

    Meditate with monks, bake cardamom buns with a Swedish baker and virtually visit Chernobyl's dogs.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Virgin Australia Has Suspended All Domestic Flights Except One Daily Sydney-Melbourne Service

    The airline has already axed all its international flights.

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