• News

    This Just In: Queensland Rail Is Reducing Services Statewide From This Week — Here's What You Need to Know

    Ongoing pay disputes will now see trains statewide operate on Saturday schedules during weekday peak hours.

  • News

    Leave the Noise Behind on Japan's 1200-Kilometre Pilgrimage, Offering a Spiritual Stroll to 88 Buddhist Temples

    Beyond blurry nights and bright lights, the Japanese countryside offers myriad ancient pilgrimages, including this 1200-kilometre soul-searching journey.

  • News

    Hidden in Cambodia's Koh Rong Archipelago, This Wellness-Led Private Island Is Pure, Off-Grid Bliss

    Set across two tiny Cambodian islands, this secluded retreat invites you to unwind with ocean rituals, nature immersion and total disconnection.

  • News

    This Expansive Uber Update Promises Less Travel Chaos, Featuring Curated Sightseeing and Smart Airport Navigation

    Cut through the travel chaos when you're next on the road — this forthcoming update brings new features designed to make for a seamless trip.

  • 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

    Gastronomy, Festivities and Frivolity: A Weekender's Guide to Adelaide During Mad March

    Heading to Adelaide for Mad March? Here’s how to spend a weekend during Fringe and WOMADelaide — including where to stay, eat, drink, play and wander.

  • 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.

  • Guide

    The Ten Best Hotels in Brisbane

    From resort-style pools and design-led suites to heritage stays and boutique hideaways, these hotels prove that a great stay in Brisbane can be as much about atmosphere as it is about location.

  • 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.

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  • Travel & Leisure
    Brisbane City

    Crystalbrook Vincent

    A design-forward hotel at Howard Smith Wharves, where river views and contemporary art take centre stage.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Loisaba Conservancy

    Sleep out under Kenya’s night sky at this conservation park filled with African wildlife

  • Food & Drink

    Foraging, Fruit Picking and Fromage Making: Ten Incredible Foodie Experiences to Have in Tasmania If You're Keen to Get Your Hands Dirty

    Sample honey from a 60-year-old apiary, take a cooking class featuring foraged goods as your ingredients or pluck and shuck oysters straight from the sea.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Japan's Dazzling Digital Art Gallery Has Closed — But It'll Reopen in a New Tokyo Location in 2023

    The dazzling teamLab base shut its doors at the end of August, but it'll be back in a different part of Tokyo next year.

  • Travel & Leisure

    You'll Soon Be Able to Holiday in Japan Again Without Booking a Guided Tour

    Japan's border rules are changing, relaxing some of the requirements around tourism — including for holidays from Australia and New Zealand.

  • Travel & Leisure
    The Rocks

    Shangri-La Sydney

    Come for the crazy views overlooking the harbour, but stay for all the most luxurious hotel features — we're talking boojie spa treatments, a sky high restaurant and bar and so much more.

  • Food & Drink

    Five Food Festivals and Farmers Markets That Are Worth Planning Your Tassie Trip Around

    From first-time food festivals to sparkling wine celebrations — here's how you can treat your tastebuds in Tasmania.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Campari Is Giving You the Chance to Win a Trip to Italy (and Sip Negronis While You're at it)

    Celebrate Negroni Week all September long with bespoke iterations of the bitter red sip (which could take you all the way to Italy).

  • Travel & Leisure
    Oberon

    Mayfield Garden Glamping

    Australia's largest privately-owned cool climate garden is hosting a luxury glamping experience for one month.

  • Food & Drink

    A Foodie's Guide to Phillip Island and Surrounds

    From artisan cheese shops to Indigenous food trails and waterside dining, Phillip Island effortlessly combines idyllic landscapes with culinary excellence.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Mosman

    Wildlife Retreat at Taronga

    Spend the night amongst some Aussie wildlife, all from the comfort of your luxury zoo lodge.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Virgin Is Doing a Huge Domestic and International Sale with Over One Million Flights From $49

    Making summer getaway plans? Virgin's latest sale covers cheap flights to Byron Bay, the Whitsunday Coast, Fiji, Vanuatu and more.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Jetstar Is Giving Away Free Flights This Week in These Giant Gift Boxes Hidden Around New Zealand

    Solve the clues, hunt down the giant orange boxes and you could score free flights to Rarotonga, Sydney, Queenstown, the Gold Coast and more.

  • Travel & Leisure
    South Yarra

    Ovolo South Yarra

    A 70s-glam hotel with bold art pop references is also a haven for you four legged friend.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Melbourne

    Sofitel Melbourne on Collins

    A recent $15 million, 18-month long renovation has revamped this premium French-inspired hotel.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Ovolo Hotels Is Offering Elevated Pooch Packages to Pamper Your Pup This September

    Four-legged guests staying on Ovolo's V.I.Pooch package are in for even more treats than usual.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Surry Hills

    Crystalbrook Albion

    Head to the rooftop garden to escape the hectic city life, with a glass of wine in hand.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Hobart

    MACq 01 Hotel

    Treat yourself to a stay at one of Hobart's most luxurious hotels to experience epic waterfront views and cultural insights galore.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Qantas Is Restarting Flights to New York in 2023 — and Starting a New Direct Route From Auckland 

    Big Apple trips are about to get easier, with Qantas flying from Auckland to NYC from mid-2023 — including a leg from Sydney to NZ first.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Eight Ways to Experience Singapore's World-Class Dining and Cocktail Scene

    From expertly crafted cocktails to seriously tasty street eats, Singapore's food and drinks landscape is among the most impressive and diverse you'll find.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Jetstar Wants You and a Mate or Date to Head Off on Holidays — and Your Companion Can Fly for Free

    Book a package holiday for two to Port Douglas, Hobart, the Gold Coast and more, and you won't have to pay for one person's flights.

  • Travel & Leisure

    You Can Tour New Zealand's Coastal Art Trail in this Campervan Filled With Works From Local Artists

    The best way to see a whole bunch of art galleries? In a moving one, of course.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Hobart

    The Henry Jones Art Hotel

    Discover some of Tassie's best art, historical tales and food before you've even stepped outside.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Best (and Booziest) Spots for Après-Ski in Queenstown

    In this stunning alpine town, the hours spent off the slopes are just as important as the ones on them.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Guide to the Hidden Gems to Seek Out in Singapore if You've Already Seen the Touristy Sights

    Explore pristine natural spots, see unique architecture, try exquisite eats and rub shoulders with locals with this insider's guide to Singapore.

  • Travel & Leisure

    It's Holiday Time: Webjet Is Slinging Flights to Uluru and Alice Springs From Just $15 One-Way

    You've got until Thursday, August 18 to score up to $200 off flights to the Red Centre.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Tiny Away Has Just Launched Its First Two Tasmanian Tiny Houses for Scenic Apple Isle Getaways

    The tiny house company has added cosy abodes near Hobart and Launceston to its 120-plus network of small homes — including one with a nine-hole putting course.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Melbourne

    Next Hotel Melbourne

    Head down to the bar for their Aperitivo hour where you can try cocktails made with their own barrel aged spirits served alongside fresh Italian snacks.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Essential Spring Long Weekender's Guide to Hobart

    For New Zealanders in search of epic adventures, incredible scenery, delicious gastronomy and damn good wine, you don't have to travel far.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Brisbane City

    The Westin Brisbane

    A city hotel that delivers resort-style relaxation, right in the middle of the CBD.

  • Travel & Leisure
    South Yarra

    United Places

    This small luxury hotel offers up premium services, simple but modern suites and uninterrupted views over the Royal Botanic Gardens.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Sweet Dreams Are Made of This: The DoubleTree Hilton Has Launched a Neon-Fuelled Sugar-Themed Room

    Lolly jars, inflatable ice creams and a whole lotta sweets-themed neon — bring on the sugar high.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Mascot

    Citadines Connect Sydney Airport

    This ain't your usual airport adjacent hotel - these guys bring a little extra flair and luxury to your Sydney stay.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Fortitude Valley

    FV Brisbane by Peppers

    Spend a few luxurious nights up in this re-imagined New York style skyscraper.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Whole Stack of Free Flights to Brisbane Is up for Grabs

    Been meaning to visit the the Sunshine State? This'll help.

  • Travel & Leisure

    This Beautifully Renovated 1930s-Era Tram Is Perfect for Your Next Yarra Valley Escape

    Reborn as 'Doris', it's rocking a retro fitout, filled with plenty of that telltale green and yellow.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Brisbane's First Hotel Indigo Boasts a Japanese Eatery and 'Boy Swallows Universe'-Inspired Mural

    Inside, you'll find 212 design-led rooms and signature restaurant Izakaya Publico. Outside, the hotel pays tribute to Trent Dalton's acclaimed novel.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Here's What Brisbane's Train Network Will Look Like When Cross River Rail Launches in 2025

    Gold Coast, Beenleigh, Caboolture, Sunshine Coast and Redcliffe Peninsula lines will no longer run through Central — and trains across southeast Queensland will be split into sectors.

  • Travel & Leisure

    New Zealand's First Unyoked Cabin Has Arrived North of Auckland and Is Now Open For Bookings

    Tiny cabin Maia sits on its own private five-acre meadow with spectacular views of the river and evening sunsets.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Now Open: Victoria's Mornington Peninsula Has Scored a Luxe New Seaside InterContinental Hotel

    It's got 108 rooms and a Mediterranean-inspired guest-only pool deck worth heading south for.

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