Travel & Leisure
Thailand Is Reopening to Australian Tourists on November 1
Double-vaccinated Aussie travellers will be able to completely skip quarantine, too.
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HotelHannah 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.
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HotelGrand 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.
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EventITM 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.
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EventITM 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.
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FeatureThe 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.
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FeatureChase the Feels: How to Plan a Memorable Trip in New South Wales
There's a reason we love travelling so much.
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FeatureYour 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.
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FeatureNine Luxury Experiences in Tropical North Queensland That Are Also Environmentally Responsible
Head north for an eco-friendly escape that doesn't skimp on luxury.
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FeatureInto the Wild: Go off the Beaten Path at These Fascinating Regional Destinations
Get out of town — literally — and do your weekend differently.
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FeatureGreen Playground
Tropical North Queensland is the destination that should be perched at the top of your responsible travel hit list.
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FeatureTaste 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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NewsA 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.
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NewsA Weekender's Guide to Kangaroo Island
The South Australian island's wineries, beaches, oyster farms and accommodation are as beautiful as ever.
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NewsA 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.
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NewsA Weekender's Guide to Port Stephens
Slurp local oysters, ride through the dunes and unearth 'Mad Max' sets on the coast.
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NewsA 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.
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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.
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HotelThe 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.
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NewsThe Best Glamping Sites Around Australia
Stay in luxury tents scattered among remote deserts, lush rainforests and tropical islands at these Australian glamping sites.
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NewsTen 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.
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GuideThe 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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NewsThe 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.
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Travel & LeisureTasmania Will Open to All Double-Jabbed Australian and International Arrivals on December 15
Dreaming of a summer getaway to Tasmania? The Apple Isle has set its official reopening date, based on when it expects to get to the 90-percent double-vaccinated threshold.
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Travel & LeisureArrive by Helicopter at Byron Bay's Outrageously Luxe Hotel Clicquot This Summer
The French champagne house drops a holiday experience for when a standard villa simply won't do.
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Travel & LeisureQantas Is Bringing Forward International Flights to Singapore, Fiji, Johannesburg and Thailand
The airline will start flying to Singapore in mid-November — and Australia could have a quarantine-free travel bubble in place with the southeast Asian city-state by then.
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Travel & LeisureVaccinated Travellers Can Move Between NSW and Victoria Without Quarantining From November 1
Victoria has already dropped its quarantine requirement for double-jabbed NSW travellers, and the reciprocal arrangement will kick in next month.
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Travel & LeisureThe NSW Government Is Giving Out $50 Vouchers to Use on Accommodation Across the State
Premier Dominic Perrottet has announced that all adults across the state will receive a 'Stay & Rediscover' voucher to use on NSW staycations.
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Travel & LeisureThe Tasman Is the Luxe New Hobart Hotel with Waterfront Views That'll Tempt You on a Tassie Getaway
Australia's first Luxury Collection hotel, it'll open its doors in December.
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Travel & LeisureVirgin Is Selling Direct Flights from Brisbane to The Whitsundays and Hamilton Island for $75
Brisbanites can end 2021 with a getaway up north — with flights to Cairns and Townsville on sale, too.
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Travel & LeisureQueensland Will Start Reopening Its Borders to Double-Vaccinated Visitors From Mid-November
The announcement means that Queensland will be welcoming in travellers from elsewhere in Australia just as summer arrives.
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Travel & LeisureTen Luxury Stays in Tropical North Queensland Where You'll Wake up Immersed in Paradise
Ever wanted to sleep in a tropical rainforest or see the ocean from your bed? Now's your chance.
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Travel & LeisureAustralia Is Launching Vax Travel Certificates So You Can Show Your Jab Status When Heading Overseas
If you've been double-vaccinated and you have a valid Australian passport, you can access the new travel certificates from Tuesday, October 19.
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Travel & LeisureThe Victorian Cherry Trail Will Feature Eight Orchards and Cherry Ice-Cream This Year
Cherry season kicks off in early November — and this harvest trail shows you all the best spots to get your cherry fix while it's on.
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Travel & LeisureThe Tasmanian Government Is Giving Away $300 Vouchers to Put Towards Your Next Getaway
Travellers from Queensland, South Australia and Western Australia can nab $200 to put towards accommodation, plus $100 for attractions and tours.
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Travel & LeisureBonza Is the New Low-Cost Airline Taking to Australia's Skies in Early 2022
The carrier plans to offer new routes into regional Australia, and give Aussies more options when it comes to airfares.
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Travel & LeisureFiji Is Reopening to Australian Tourists in November If You're Keen for a Tropical Getaway
Virgin Australia has also announced daily flights to Nadi from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane from mid-December.
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Travel & LeisureQantas' Direct Australia-to-London Flights Will Depart From Darwin When Overseas Travel Restarts
Until at least April 2022, the airline will fly out of the Northern Territory instead of Perth due to Western Australia's strict border rules.
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Travel & LeisurePicnic Season
Leisurely afternoons in the sun, next-level cheese platters and kicking it with your mates — picnics are officially back.
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Travel & LeisureSea Lake Has Unveiled a New Indigenous Art Gallery, Visitor Hub and Viewing Platform Overlooking Lake Tyrrell
The state's largest and oldest inland salt lake has scored a new suite of upgrades.
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Travel & LeisureQantas Will Resume International Flights To and From Australia Next Month
The airline will restart flights to Los Angeles and London when Australia's international borders will reopen in mid-November.
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Travel & LeisureSprawling Scenic Rim Winery The Overflow 1895 Is Opening Five Lakeside Eco-Cabins This Summer
Eco-pod company Wander is setting up one- and two-bedroom Wander Pods on the shores of Lake Wyaralong.
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Travel & LeisurePreview: Australia's First Ever Ace Hotel Looks Predictably Sleek as Hell
Take a sneak peek inside the first Ace Hotel to grace Australian shores.
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Travel & LeisureQantas Might Start Flying Direct From Darwin to London When International Travel Resumes
Due to Western Australia's strict border rules, the airline won't resume its direct Perth-to-London route until at least April 2022; however, it's looking to depart from the Northern Territory instead.
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Travel & LeisureQantas and Jetstar Will Increase Domestic Flights From Late October as NSW and Victoria Reopen
Travel between New South Wales and Victoria will resume on Friday, November 5, while flights within regional NSW will ramp up from Monday, October 25.
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Travel & LeisureThe Federal Government Aims to Open Australia's International Borders "By Christmas at the Latest"
"It's another reason why everyone should get vaccinated," said Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment Dan Tehan.
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Travel & LeisureThese New Queensland Travel Vouchers Will Give You $250 for Tours in the State's Tropical North
There are 8000 up for grabs between now and April 2022, as long as you spend more than $1000 on your trip.
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Travel & LeisureThe NT Government Is Giving Fully Vaxxed Aussies $1000 Discounts on Trips to the Territory
Tourism NT is the first Australian tourism body to offer a vaccine incentive, with the special applying to flights, accommodation, tours and attractions, and vehicle hire.
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Travel & LeisureAustralia and New Zealand's Trans-Tasman Bubble Will Remain Suspended for Another Eight Weeks
The pause first started back in July, and will now remain in place until at least mid-November.
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Travel & LeisureAustralia Is Implementing a New Digital Passenger Declaration When International Travel Resumes
The new digital pass will replace physical incoming passenger cards, and will also capture your vaccination status.
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Travel & LeisureVirgin Has Launched a Five-Day Sale with Over a Million Flights Starting From $49
Fares for 70 routes are now on sale — and you can travel until June 2022.
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Travel & LeisureThe 'Nine Perfect Strangers' Retreat Is on Airbnb If You're Looking for a Future Byron Bay Getaway
Looking for somewhere lavish to stay when border restrictions and lockdowns end? This ten-bedroom luxury estate awaits.
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Travel & LeisureVirgin Is Giving Away Over $150,000 in Free Flights and Frequent Flyer Points to Vaxxed Australians
Velocity members who've had both their jabs can enter to win prizes — including lounge memberships and Virgin Australia PJs.
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Travel & LeisureCrystalbrook Collection Has Given Howard Smith Wharves' Riverside Hotel an Eco-Conscious Revamp
Carved into the cliff beneath the Story Bridge, the six-level Crystalbrook Vincent now marks the Crystalbrook Collection chain's first Brisbane hotel.
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Travel & LeisureHazelwood Estate Is the New Scenic Rim Retreat with Cabins and a Cocktail Bar on a 75-Acre Farm
The Gold Coast hinterland spot is also home to new restaurant The Paddock, which heroes local produce.
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Travel & LeisureQantas Is Aiming to Resume International Flights to Destinations with High Jab Rates From December
Qantas and Jetstar could start flying between Australia and Singapore, Japan, the US, the UK, Canada and Fiji again by the end of the year.
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Travel & LeisureCrystalbrook Collection Is Giving Free Hotel Room Upgrades to Fully Vaccinated Guests
Get your jabs, enjoy a luxe night out of the house.
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Travel & LeisureQantas Is Giving Flight Discounts and Frequent Flyer Points to Aussies Who've Been Fully Vaccinated
You can also go into the draw to win a year’s worth of flights, accommodation and fuel.
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Travel & LeisureQueensland Has Tightened Its Border Restrictions in Response to NSW's Statewide Lockdown
The Sunshine State has implemented stricter rules for people who live in the New South Wales border zone.
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Travel & LeisureThe NZ Government Has Mapped Out Its Plan for Reopening Borders to International Travel
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced that quarantine-free travel will return in a phased approach once enough New Zealanders are vaccinated.
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Travel & LeisureNeuron Mobility Is Giving Away Free E-Scooter and E-Bike Trips to Get to Vaccination Appointments
The e-transport operator is putting $100,000 towards giving 10,000 Australians free trips to get the jab.
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Travel & LeisureQantas Will Use Digital Health Passes to Verify Vaccination and Testing Status When Overseas Travel Resumes
They'll be rolled out on Jetstar routes, too, following trials of the International Air Transport Association Travel Pass app throughout this year.