• Hotel

    Hannah St Hotel

    19 Walker Street, Southbank

    Head to Hannah St Hotel for a heavenly home-away-from-home feeling for your next staycation or interstate holiday.

  • Hotel

    Grand Hyatt Melbourne

    123 Collins Street, Melbourne

    A Collins Street landmark since 1986, the Grand Hyatt Melbourne continues to balance old-world grandeur with skyline views, updated dining, and classic five-star amenities.

  • Event

    ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix 2026, Auckland

    Sat, 14 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb 2026

    Wynyard Quarter, Auckland

    SailGP is bringing high-speed racing to the heart of Auckland's CBD this February.

  • Event

    ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix 2026

    Sat, 14 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb 2026

    Wynyard Quarter, Auckland

    SailGP is bringing high-speed racing to the heart of Auckland's CBD this February.

  • 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

    Green Playground

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

  • 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

    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

    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

    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.

  • News

    A Weekender's Guide To Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale

    Less than two hours from Melbourne, whisky bars, mineral baths, coastal hikes and a huge art festival await.

  • 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 Port Stephens

    Slurp local oysters, ride through the dunes and unearth 'Mad Max' sets on the coast.

  • 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.

  • Hotel

    Grand Hyatt Melbourne

    123 Collins Street, Melbourne

    A Collins Street landmark since 1986, the Grand Hyatt Melbourne continues to balance old-world grandeur with skyline views, updated dining, and classic five-star amenities.

  • Hotel

    The StandardX

    62 Rose Street, Fitzroy

    Fitzroy's The StandardX boasts 125 luxury rooms, a rooftop bar and a contemporary restaurant with rotating chefs in residency.

  • News

    The Best Glamping Sites Around Australia

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

  • 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.

Travel

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

    Feel-Good Fiji: Your Dive Guide to The Soft Coral Capital of the World

    Explore the depths of these world class dive sites at this nation of islands.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Victoria's Squeaky Beach Has Been Named Australia's Best Beach for 2024

    The Farm in Shellharbour in New South Wales came in second in the annual list, while Australia's southernmost beach in Tasmania placed third.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Calling All Adrenaline Seekers: South Island's Kaikoura Just Launched 600 Metres of Ziplines

    Experience the stunning landscape of this South Island town as you zip through the sky.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Hotel Hitlist for 2024: No Matter Your Budget or Excuse for Travel

    Whether you want a staycation or a luxe weekend getaway in your home city, we've got the stays for you.

  • Food & Drink

    Where to Dance and Drink the Night Away in Hong Kong Like the Locals Do

    Unleash your inner night owl with recommendations from a Hong Kong local with a serious nightlife pedigree.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Virgin's Bag Tracking Is Now Available Across the Airline's Entire Domestic and International Network

    This helps solve one of the most-annoying things about air travel: knowing where your luggage is.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Unyoked Has Built Three New Cabins in the Kawakawa Bay Wilderness to Help You Relax and Recharge

    If you're yearning for an escape, heading to a remote cabin called Max, Maia and Lea might just be what you need.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Ten Incredibly Epic Australian Beaches You Need to Visit This Summer

    We've got some of the most idyllic white-sanded and blue-hued beaches in the world — and these are the ones you should add to your bucket list.

  • Travel & Leisure

    QT Hotels Is Giving Away the Contents of Its Hotel Rooms So You Can Live the Staycation Life at Home

    Stay at or buy a gift card from the chain in February and you could score almost everything in a QT guest room, with one winner in Australia and another in NZ.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Kingscote

    Southern Ocean Lodge

    The beloved Kangaroo Island resort has risen from its ashes even more stunning than before.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Barangaroo

    Splurge This Summer with a Staycation Special at Crown Sydney

    Savour summer with this epic hotel offer at this luxe Barangaroo spot.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Stanthorpe

    Stanthorpe Apple & Grape Harvest Festival

    Apple picking, wine fiestas, berry farm tours, grape-stomping sessions, leafy gardens — you'll find them all southwest of Brisbane.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Queensland Government Is Giving Out 50,000 $50 Tourism Vouchers to Use on the Gold Coast

    Get a discount on theme parks, tours and other attractions, as part of an initiative to help the region recover after this summer's severe weather.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Six Best Swimming Holes in Auckland

    Cool off at an inner-city waterfall, a North Shore hidden gem or a crystal lake surrounded by mega sand dunes at these Auckland swimming spots.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Start Making 2024 Holiday Plans: Virgin's Latest Flight Sale Has 500,000-Plus Fares with Prices From $49

    Cheap flights to Hamilton Island, Uluru, Bali, Fiji, Vanuatu and Tokyo await.

  • Travel & Leisure

    NZ by Train, Tasmania and Brisbane Are Three of the Best Places to Go in 2024 According to 'The New York Times'

    The three Down Under destinations feature on a list topped by North America's path of totality, where a total solar eclipse will be take over the skies in April.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Coming Soon: The InterContinental Is Bringing Luxury Accommodation with Breathtaking Views to Auckland's CBD

    A rooftop bar, a Middle Eastern fusion restaurant and stunning views of the Waitematā Harbour — what's not to love?

  • Travel & Leisure

    Tokyo's TeamLab Borderless Digital Art Gallery Is Reopening in February with Dazzling New Installations

    The must-visit Japanese site is moving to Azabudai Hills, complete with new world-premiere works that look like bubbles, jelly and flowers.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Air New Zealand, Qantas and Virgin Australia Have Been Named the World's Three Safest Airlines for 2024

    In the annual global ranking, Jetstar was also named the safest low-cost airline for this year.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Parramatta

    SKYE Suites Parramatta

    You'll find this luxury apartment-style accomodation with a stunning pool deck in the heart of the Parramatta CBD.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Four Budget-Friendly Bali Getaways That You Can Book Right Now

    Jet to this stunning island nation without busting your travel budget.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Five Must-Have Cultural Experiences in Vietnam

    Explore the Land of the Ascending Dragon with this guide.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Travel Guide: Osaka

    Osaka is Tokyo's wild sibling. It's a place where folks laugh loudly, comedy flourishes, and neon lights glitter bright throughout the city's main canals.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Seasoned Hong Kong Local Shares Their Tips for a Perfect Night on the Town

    Hong Kong is known for a lot of things, the most prominent being its night vibes.

  • Travel & Leisure

    PSA: All Public Transport Will Be Free Across Brisbane on New Year's Eve 2023

    Don't spend your pennies getting to and from your NYE parties — travel by bus, train and ferry for free instead.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Travel Guide: New York

    You know it from 'Breakfast at Tiffany’s'. You know it from 'Taxi Driver'. You know it from 'Gossip Girl'. You know it from, well, any of the 395,000 movies that IMDB says are set in his thriving metropolis.

  • Food & Drink
    Ulladulla

    Enjoy an Idyllic Winery Escape on the South Coast with a Bonus $150 Credit to Spend Across the Estate

    Spend two nights in this premium winery for the most romantic weekend this side of Sydney.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Osaka

    Hotel Royal Classic Osaka

    Part hotel, part cultural experience, the Hotel Royal Classic has the city at your feet and limitless style to boot.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Osaka

    KOKO HOTEL Osaka Shinsaibashi

    A fresh take on the convenience hotel model. This simple but tasteful chain offers city access and no unnecessary extras you don't want to pay for.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Osaka

    Hotel the Grandee Shinsaibashi

    Charming and laidback, this mid-range boutique hotel is ideally positioned in the heart of the city for those who want to maximise their time.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Osaka

    Conrad Osaka

    Forget Osaka Castle — this luxury hotel is fit for an emperor. Admire the landscape of the city below as you indulge.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Osaka

    The St. Regis Osaka

    Based on the aptly named Champs Elysées of Osaka, the street of Midosuji, this luxury hotel showcases Japanese hospitality with a European twist.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Peppers Marysville's New Makeover Includes an Italian-Inspired Restaurant and Luxe Day Spa

    The Yarra Valley hotel is sporting a new look, including updating all 100 guest rooms and adding a bike zone.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Travel Guide: Queenstown

    Many destinations purport to be the ultimate playground for adults. Of course, it depends on your particular vices. If you get your thrills from extreme sports or, conversely, sipping a top-notch pinot noir, Queenstown should be top of your list.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Adventurer's Guide to Exploring Vanuatu

    If Vanuatu isn’t on your bucket list yet, it should be.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Brisbane City

    You Can Get a Discount on Studying Italian in 2024 — And Travel to Italy for a Unique Language Experience

    Learn Italian at a leading school or immerse yourself in a one of a kind holiday.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Carlton

    You Can Get a Discount on Studying Italian in 2024 — And Travel to Italy for a Unique Language Experience

    Learn Italian at a leading school or immerse yourself in a one of a kind holiday.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Coming Soon: Basq House Is Byron Bay's New 32-Room Boutique Hotel That's Opening in Autumn 2024

    The hotel's reception will double as a bar, while its rooftop will host yoga, meditation sessions and sunset drinks.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Voyage Vanuatu: Five Ways to Experience the Breadth of the Islands

    Venture off-road and discover the unexpected in the dense rainforests and fiercely blue waters of Vanuatu.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Auckland Is Calling: Why You Should Pop Over to Explore a New Side of Auckland

    New culinary horizons and wildly different scenery await in a city break just three hours from Australia’s eastern coast.

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