Eight Retro-Inspired Motels to Book if You're After a Nostalgia-Laden Holiday
These are the classic retro motels in Australia for when you're searching for your next nostalgic holiday spot.
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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Everyone's favourite season of the year has arrived, and we're here to help you make it your best summer ever.
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Welcome to Mexico's colourful hub of culture and culinary delights.
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Live out your 'Round the Twist' dreams by visiting — and even staying in — these epic light structures dotted along the Victorian coast.
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For a small island, Singapore sure packs a punch.
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From helicopter wine tours to luxury hotel stays, there are plenty of ways to live the high life in Brisbane.
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There's a reason we love travelling so much.
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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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Head north for an eco-friendly escape that doesn't skimp on luxury.
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Get out of town — literally — and do your weekend differently.
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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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The South Australian island's wineries, beaches, oyster farms and accommodation are as beautiful as ever.
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Watch baby turtles hatch, swim at the Southern Great Barrier Reef, then sample award-winning local gin and rum.
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Slurp local oysters, ride through the dunes and unearth 'Mad Max' sets on the coast.
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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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For New Zealanders in search of epic adventures, incredible scenery, delicious gastronomy and damn good wine, you don't have to travel far.
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Beach sessions, rainforest treks and breezy holiday vibes await you on Queensland's Sunshine Coast.
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All these luxury Victorian glamping experiences are under two hours away from the Melbourne CBD — so you can easily have your weekend wilderness adventure and goose-feather down quilt, too.
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Book a stay deep in the Blue Mountains or a stone's throw away from the Great Barrier Reef.
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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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Accommodations where both you and your pet can sit and stay all around Victoria.
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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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These are the classic retro motels in Australia for when you're searching for your next nostalgic holiday spot.
It’s time for your crew to hit the road, gather around the campfire, and crack open a cold one.
A quirky artistic motel in the heart of the Apple Isle capital.
The Warby, where mid-century meets the mountains. Get ready to breathe in the country air.
A boutique coastal escape opposite the tranquil Maroochy River.
The perfect base to explore the Katherine region's natural beauty.
Come for the classic neon sign out front, and stay for the hospitality.
Here's a list of the top locations to pitch up beneath the stars in Australia, as decided by you.
Park City Mountain and Deer Valley Resort are the world's most remarkable ski mountains in America's most underrated state.
Taste your way around Singapore with this exclusive holiday package — taking you to local food haunts, a Michelin dining experience and so much more.
A classic Aussie motel nestled in the picturesque coastal town of Brunswick Heads.
If you ever needed an excuse to enjoy the Sunshine State's capital — whether you're a local or a visitor — this is it.
Whether you want to fill your Japanese days with eating, exploring or shopping, this guide to Tokyo will get you started.
Recently voted World’s Best Luxury Hotel and World’s Best Boutique Hotel, Saffire Freycinet could easily be the next location for 'The White Lotus'.
Need a little inspiration for your next holiday destination? Start here.
Level up your next Bali holiday by hiking up volcanoes, riding quad bikes through the jungle and swimming beneath hidden waterfalls.
Head off the beaten path to find your own hidden oasis.
All you need to do is register online, then wait for the phone to ring.
Swap the pub for the campfire and embrace your surrounding natural wonders this weekend.
Swap the pub for the campfire and embrace your surrounding natural wonders this weekend.
Swap the pub for the campfire and embrace your surrounding natural wonders this weekend.
Year after year, Hong Kong cocktail haunts make the list of the World's Best Bars. How do they do it?
The 192-room Capella Sydney is now open within a nearly century-old sandstone Sydney building — with Italian Frette linen, a heated pool, spa and an ultra-luxe restaurant.
Head to Concrete Playground Trips to book your stay at any of these lavish hotels.
First, you'll need to hit up specific Australian beaches — then, you might score flights to visit more.
Book The Infinity Residence and get a personal Beach Butler for the entirety of your stay.
Spend a few nights on a private beach or head up to villas set within mountaintop forests for the ultimate tropical island getaway.
Five years in the making, W Sydney will bring a heated infinity pool with water views, a two-level rooftop bar and a top-notch all-day diner to Darling Harbour.
The only thing longer than Western Australia's sunny shorelines and bigger than its expansive outback, is the list of job opportunities that allow you to enjoy them while getting paid for the privilege.
The 42-room laneway stay is rocking a makeover by Luchetti Krelle, taking cues from the bold 80s aesthetic of Memphis Group.
Would you call yourself a day-tripper or a night owl? Either way, we've got you sorted if you're heading to the Sunshine State's capital.
Good food is cheap, drinking on a budget is easy, plus Tokyo is a beautiful city filled with sights, sounds and cultural opportunities that won't cost you more than a train ticket.
Next time you visit Wellington, follow this guide to find the top places to eat, drink, dance and see some local art.
You and three mates can knock back beers, play darts, tuck into biscuits and sleep the night at The Crown & Anchor pub right around the corner from Ted’s apartment.
Now that Hong Kong has reopened to Aussie travellers, it's time to head over and explore this vibrant city's best bits.
These deals will have you swimming under remote waterfalls, hiking to breathtaking vistas and cycling from vineyard to vineyard.
The WA spot also topped Tripadvisor's list of the best ten beaches in the South Pacific, which features seven Aussie locations and one from NZ.
A plunge pool perched above a sweeping vista, wildlife wandering freely, luxe furnishings and expert styling: everything is special here.