• News

    Trade the Modern Wellness Routine for Waves at This Four-Night Surf Retreat Coming to Lennox Head by Way of Panama

    A decade after launching in Panama, this renowned beginner-friendly surf retreat is here to help you ditch the wellness gadgets.

  • News

    Drifter's Hotel-Hostels Are Landing in Wellington and Auckland, Then Its Melbourne Stay Is Becoming the Brand's Biggest Yet

    The hostel brand will open two more New Zealand properties in 2027, before its existing Melbourne CBD location gets a huge revamp.

  • Feature

    A First-Time Snow Bunny's Guide to Cardrona Alpine Resort

    Armed with zero snow experience, Concrete Playground slips and slides down the most extensive yet welcoming winter wonderland in the Southern Hemisphere.

  • News

    From Riverfront Sleeps to London Bus Stays, These Camping Spots Have Been Named Australia's Best for 2026

    Camping season is calling, with these standout Australian spots offering everything from wild swimming to alpacas and mountain views.

  • Hotel

    Hotel Morris Sydney - Handwritten Collection

    412 Pitt Street, Haymarket

    The perfect inner-city getaway for couples looking for understated luxury and a gorgeous hotel bar.

  • Hotel

    Pine Tree Motel

    3 Third Street, Katherine

    The perfect base to explore the Katherine region's natural beauty.

  • News

    The Dandenong Ranges is Poised to Get a New Luxury Resort Set Within a Heritage-Listed Mansion

    The Great Gatsby-esque estate will bring a new dose of luxury to The Dandenongs.

  • Hotel

    East Hotel

    69 Canberra Avenue, Kingston

    A buzzy, warm contemporary boutique hotel in one of Canberra's best locations where go-to landmarks are just a leisurely stroll away.

  • News

    The Best Adults-Only Hotels and Resorts in The Whitsundays

    Kids can be cute — but sometimes we need a holiday without the little ones running around.

  • News

    Stay of the Week: Gili Beach Resort

    These huge villas are set right on their own private beach, and are perfect for the whole family, a group of friends or a next-level solo retreat.

Travel

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

    Outback Ballooning

    Float above expansive desert.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Uluru

    Fly Uluru

    Enjoy aerial views of Uluru, Kata Tjuta and the NT's largest salt lake.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Petermann

    Kings Canyon Resort

    Sleep under the stars in style.

  • Travel & Leisure

    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.

  • Travel & Leisure

    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.

  • Travel & Leisure

    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.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Alice Springs

    Trek Larapinta

    Conquer this invigorating six-day outback trek.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Connellan

    Range View Romantic Helicopter Tour

    The ultimate Bachie date.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Central Australia

    Trephina Gorge Nature Park

    Hiking tracks and views for days.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Witjira

    Binns Track

    Take a ten-day 4WDing journey through the Red Centre.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Davenport

    Karlu Karlu Devils Marbles

    Tick these out-of-this-world ancient rock formations off your bucket list.

  • Arts & Entertainment
    Alice Springs

    Yubu Napa Art Gallery

    An Alice Springs art gallery with an on-site artist studio.

  • Arts & Entertainment
    Hermannsburg

    Hermannsburg Potters

    A pottery gallery in picture-perfect surrounds.

  • Food & Drink
    Yulara

    A Night at Field of Light

    An out-of-this world dinner and show.

  • Arts & Entertainment
    Yulara

    Maruku Arts Dot-Painting Experience

    A hands-on art experience.

  • Arts & Entertainment
    Araluen

    Fab Alice Festival

    Drag, dancing and family-friendly fun.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Yulara

    Astro Tour

    Imagine stargazing under desert skies.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Yulara

    Uluru Camel Cup

    A true blue outback experience.

  • Arts & Entertainment
    Alice Springs

    Tjanpi Desert Weavers

    A world-class fibre art gallery.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Ten Things to Eat, See and Do in Alice Springs

    Take in spectacular sunsets, explore incredible rock formations and meet friendly kangaroos.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Nitmiluk

    Nitmiluk Gorge

    Explore these stunning sandstone cliffs by foot, canoe, boat or helicopter.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Hale

    Ooraminna Station Homestead

    Four cabins located in the middle of the Northern Territory outback.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Yulara

    Longitude 131

    Wake up to sweeping views of Uluru.

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