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    The Five Best Snorkelling Spots Near Brisbane

    Swim with dolphins, spot shipwrecks, and peek into the underwater lives of starfish, sea anemones and more at these Queensland snorkelling spots.

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    The Five Best Waterfalls Near Brisbane That You Can Swim Under

    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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    New Zealand Summer Guide 2024-2025

    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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    Travel Guide: Oaxaca City

    Welcome to Mexico's colourful hub of culture and culinary delights.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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

    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 Kangaroo Island

    The South Australian island's wineries, beaches, oyster farms and accommodation are as beautiful as ever.

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    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.

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    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.

  • News

    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.

  • News

    The Most Beautiful Coastal Stays You Can Book in Noosa

    Beach sessions, rainforest treks and breezy holiday vibes await you on Queensland's Sunshine Coast.

  • News

    The Eight Best Places to Go Glamping in Victoria

    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.

  • News

    Ten Treehouses Around Australia You Can Book for an Immersive Nature Getaway

    Book a stay deep in the Blue Mountains or a stone's throw away from the Great Barrier Reef.

  • News

    Ten of the Most-Secluded Waterfront Getaways You Can Book on the Northern Beaches

    You can't jump on a plane to the Riviera, but you can escape the city for a tranquil weekend on Pittwater.

  • News

    The Best Dog-Friendly Hotels, B&Bs and Self-Contained Getaways in Victoria

    Accommodations where both you and your pet can sit and stay all around Victoria.

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    The 14 Best Hotels In Melbourne

    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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  • Travel & Leisure

    Mount Hotham's New Eco-Glamping Experience Lets You Sleep Under the Stars in a Suspended Tent

    Mattresses, cosy sleeping bags and stunning mountain sunrises all included.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Victoria Is Reopening to 25 Greater Sydney Local Government Areas from 6pm on January 18

    Which means, travellers from most of Sydney can now enter the state once applying for a permit — and self-isolating until receiving a negative test result on arrival.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Three Items to Pack That Will Make or Break Your Next Camping Trip

    Bring a little bit of home comfort to your next night under canvas.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Greater Brisbane Is No Longer a Commonwealth-Declared COVID-19 Hotspot

    The city's Grand Chancellor hotel cluster sparked six cases.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Virgin Australia Has Extended Its Fee-Free Booking Changes Until the End of June

    So you can make travel plans, but still amend them if circumstances change — without being slugged with a hefty charge.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Western Australia Will Lift Its Hard Border with Victoria From January 18

    The states will be reclassified as 'low risk' under WA's controlled interstate border system.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The ACT Has Lifted Some of Its Border Restrictions with New South Wales

    Effective since Tuesday, January 12, only folks who've been in 11 specific local government areas are currently unable to enter the territory.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Three Items to Pack That Will Make or Break Your Next Day Trip

    Add these lightweight items to your backpack for your next summer adventure.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Twenty of the Most Unique Country Stays You Can Book Around NSW

    Swap the big-city hustle for some downtime in the countryside.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Jervis Bay Territory Is Currently Off Limits to Sydneysiders Due to Commonwealth Border Restrictions

    Jervis Bay Territory, a small peninsula section of Jervis Bay, is actually administered by the Commonwealth Government, and falls under the laws of the ACT — which currently deems Greater Sydney a COVID-19 hotspot.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Australians Now Need a Permit to Enter Victoria Under the State's New Traffic Light-Style System

    And if you try to travel to the state without a valid permit, you'll be fined $4957.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Five Things You Didn't Know You Could Do in the Southern Great Barrier Reef Region

    Adventure off road, seek out silo artworks and sample locally made drops.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Victoria Has Shut Its Borders to Greater Brisbane in Response to the New COVID-19 Strain

    The closure came into effect overnight, but includes anyone who has been in the area since January 2.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Federal Government Has Declared the Greater Brisbane Area a COVID-19 Hotspot

    Domestic border arrangements with Queensland have been changing, too, in response to Australia's first local case of the new, more contagious coronavirus strain.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Face Masks Are Now Mandatory On Domestic Flights Within and International Flights to Australia

    And at airports, too — and international travellers coming to Australia will also be required to undertake a pre-flight test.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Ten Must-Visit Aussie Places to Plan Your 2021 Travel Adventures Around

    Forget long-haul flights and lengthy stopovers — you can enjoy these idyllic islands, gorgeous beaches and scenic regions without leaving the country.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Queensland Won't Open Its Borders to Greater Sydney Until the End of January at the Earliest

    The Sunshine State is currently closed to 35 local government areas in New South Wales.

  • Travel & Leisure

    You Can Take Your Car to Tasmania Via Ferry for Free Between March and June

    The $6 million plan will save travellers an average of $240 for a return trip.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Victoria's Hybrid Buses Will Soon Be Able to Achieve Zero Emissions in Certain Drive Zones

    Get set for clearer air and quieter bus rides once the system is rolled out across all 50 vehicles.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Most Impressive Group Stays You Can Book in Byron Bay

    An array of waterfront villas and roomy coastal retreats ideal for a beach vacay with your besties.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Qantas Has Been Named the World's Safest Airline for 2021

    The Aussie carrier has topped the list eight years in a row.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Severe Thunderstorm Warning Has Been Issued for Sydney So You Might Want to Stay Inside

    Stay safe and dry — we're expecting large hailstones and damaging winds.

  • Travel & Leisure

    This Is How Many People You Can Have Over on Christmas Day in NSW — Region by Region

    There are different rules across regional NSW, Greater Sydney and the northern beaches, so we've broken it down.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Ten Extremely Australian Big Things Worth a Detour on Your Next Very Long Road Trip

    Giant watermelons, potatoes and lobsters named Larry might sound ridiculous, and they are — but that doesn't stop them from being among our most loved landmarks.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Take a Sneak Peek at Japan's New Super Nintendo Theme Park and Its 'Mario Kart' Ride

    Super Nintendo World opens at Universal Studios in Osaka in February 2021.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Queensland Is Shutting Its Borders to All of Greater Sydney From December 21

    The Sunshine State only completely opened to its southern neighbour on December 1.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Victoria Is Closing Its Borders to All of Greater Sydney and the Central Coast From December 21

    It comes as NSW records 30 new locally acquired COVID-19 cases in the northern beaches area.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Seven Pit Stops You Should Make on a Road Trip from Brisbane to Sydney

    Hit the road to discover cruisy coastal towns, inland food havens and stunning national parkland.

  • Travel & Leisure

    All Public Transport Will Be Free on Christmas Day and New Year's Eve 2020

    So you can get to and from the city (and your family lunch) without spending a penny.

  • Travel & Leisure

    How to Explore Sydney Like a Local When You've Already Seen the Touristy Sites

    Uncover the hidden neighbourhood gems you'll never want to leave.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Five Adventurous Activities in the Snowy Mountains that Are Better in Summer

    Avoid the beach-bound crowds and head to the hills for the biggest thrills this summer.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Sydney Is About to Cop an Onslaught of Rain So Prepare Your Brollies

    Thunderstorms and flash flooding are on the cards for some parts of NSW, too.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Buses Will Replace Trains on Every Line Through Brisbane's CBD Over the Christmas Long Weekend

    If you're travelling across the city over the festive period, take note.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Jetstar Has Launched Its Christmas Sale with Flights Starting From $29

    If travelling the country is one of your 2021 resolutions, this is great news.

  • Travel & Leisure

    You Can Win $5000 to Put Towards a Luxury Holiday By Buying New Threads for Summer

    Pick up a new shirt and go into the draw to have your trip to The Whitsundays bankrolled.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Summer Stint: Newcastle

    New South Wales' second largest city is nipping at Sydney's heels when it comes to creative shops, nightlife and local eats this summer. Grab your swimmers, Newcastle beckons.

  • Travel & Leisure

    You Can Now Book an Entire QT Hotel Floor to Party with Your Mates

    Floor'd is on offer to groups of between 16 and 41 punters keen for an exclusive rockstar-style soiree.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Quarantine-Free Travel Bubble Between Australia and NZ Could Be in Place by Early 2021

    NZ Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has agreed to a trans-Tasman bubble, which could kick off in just a couple of months.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Auckland Transport Is Offering Free Bus and Train Travel This Weekend

    To help ensure people get home safely for the holiday season.

  • Travel & Leisure

    You Can Now Stay in This Refurbished Beach House in the South Coast's Murramarang National Park

    It's surrounded by bushland on one side and looks out over the beach to Batemans Bay on the other.

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