Travel & Leisure
The Local Edit: Get to Know Brisbane's Inner City Hangs
The Brisbane CBD and nearby neighbourhoods isn't all concrete jungle and suits. Here's where to eat, drink and explore when in town.
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NewsLyka and Unyoked Have Teamed Up on Two Off-Grid Cabins That Give Dogs the Nature Escape, Treats and Fireplace Cuddles They Deserve
Dogs deserve holidays too, and this new off-grid cabin stay is giving four-legged guests the full nature-retreat treatment.
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NewsThese Secluded NSW Properties Are Perfect for a Peaceful Weekend Escape
Need to escape the city? These secluded NSW properties make the perfect peaceful weekend getaway, with cosy cabins, private retreats and beautiful natural surrounds.
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HotelThe Westin Melbourne
205 Collins Street, Melbourne
This Collins Street hotel arrives by private driveway and porte-cochère, then settles guests into 262 Heavenly Bed rooms, a treetop restaurant and one of the city's best-loved high teas.
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HotelThe Hôtel Lili
140 S Lasky Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90212, USA
Palisociety's first Beverly Hills property swaps high-gloss luxury for striped wallpaper, velvet curtains and a lobby bar slinging lychee martinis, all for a fraction of what the postcode usually demands.
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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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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 Byron Bay
Where to stay, eat, drink and play around one of Australia's most-loved coastal towns.
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NewsGastronomy, 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.
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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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HotelThe Calile Hotel
48 James Street, Fortitude Valley
A Fortitude Valley stay that pairs resort-style living with one of Brisbane’s best dining and shopping precincts.
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GuideThe 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.
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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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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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GuideThe Best Boutique and Luxury Hotels in Melbourne
Rooftop pools, pillow menus, hatted restaurants and interiors by Australia's top design studios — these are Melbourne's dreamiest check-ins.
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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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Travel & LeisureStay the Night and Shop the Room at Yowie — Philadelphia's Design Boutique Turned Hotel Where Almost Everything's for Sale
Decked out with minimalist, eclectic, colourful goods shaped by emerging designers and established artists, this imaginative stay is immersed in Philly's creative heartland.
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Travel & LeisureComing Soon: Two New Dining Destinations by a Michelin-Trained Chef Lead the Revival of a Historic Bowral Estate
The historic Milton Park estate will reopen in 2026 as Ardour Milton Park Bowral, and will be home to a refined pan-European dining room and an elegant, all-day charcuterie bar.
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Travel & LeisureHow to Spend a Weekend In Potts Point: Sydney's Inner-City Culture-Soaked Neighbourhood
Here's how to spend a day wandering the historic and stylish suburb of Potts Point.
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Travel & LeisureLive Like a Cashed-Up Local, as Mondrian Gold Coast Launches Luxe Residential-Style Beach Houses in Burleigh Heads
Bringing a new element to this high-end coastal stay, a pair of residential-inspired beach houses invite guests to imagine themselves putting down beachfront roots.
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Travel & LeisureWhere to Head in Brisbane for a Romantic Staycation Date Night
Here's where to dial up the romance.
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Travel & LeisureJust In: We're All Getting Free Public Transport on Weekends This Summer, Celebrating the Metro Tunnel's Early December Launch
Ride the city's brand-new rails for free on weekends, as Premier Jacinta Allan offers a gesture of thanks to celebrate the major project's opening.
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Travel & LeisureTraveloka's 10-Day Spring Travel Sale Is On Now, Featuring Stellar Flights to Bali, Bangkok and Hanoi Starting From $179
Lock in the wellness escape you deserve, with budget-friendly deals on flights, hotels and activities for multiple destinations across Asia Pacific.
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Travel & LeisureTake a 17-Night Adventure Around the Globe in Pure Luxury, as Preferred Hotels & Resorts Hosts an Ultimate Private Jet Experience
Catch private jets from one destination to the next, as this 17-night itinerary is filled to the brim with luxury experiences and stays.
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Travel & LeisureMelbourne's Free Tram Zone Has Expanded — Here's Everywhere You Can Now Travel Without Paying
Free trams now run from the CBD to the MCG, with extra trains and trams across the city for the AFL Grand Final and Melbourne Royal Show.
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Travel & LeisureAustralia's Best Airbnb Hosts for 2025 Have Been Named, Showcasing Dream Family-Friendly Stays and Serene Nature Escapes
Make short stays even more memorable as Australia's top Airbnb hosts have been chosen for their appreciation of design and love of hospitality.
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Travel & LeisureScoot Is Offering Flights From Sydney, Melbourne and Perth to Asia From $139 — But the Sale Ends Tomorrow
Spend the Melbourne Cup long weekend poolside in Koh Samui or Valentine's Day exploring the streets of Osaka.
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Travel & LeisureFYI: Aussies Can Now Get Unlimited Travel Data eSIMs in 200-Plus Overseas Destinations, So Book Flights ASAP
Racking up international roaming bills of $10 a day may become a thing of the past.
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Travel & LeisureThese Up-And-Coming Travel Hotspots Are the Antidote to the Same Old Trips
From historic hubs to buzzing capitals on the rise, these destinations are where 2026 travellers should be heading next.
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Travel & LeisureA First-Timer's Guide to Singapore: A Cultural Melting Pot of Tradition and Modernity
Often treated as a layover, Singapore rewards those who linger — with street eats, fine dining, art, culture and neighbourhoods full of character.
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Travel & LeisureA 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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Travel & LeisureRetreat to Mallorca's Ca'n Beneït, Where Autumnal Sun, Mountain Hiking and Indulgent Spa Sessions Maximise Your Wellness
Though further than the go-to Southeast Asia hotspots, this Med-side escape is all the more enchanting thanks to its combined approach to adventure and wellbeing.
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Travel & LeisureSingapore Airlines' Early Bird Fare Deals: Why It Pays to Plan Ahead
Starting to dream of a 2026 getaway? Booking early is the secret to securing the best value flights before everyone else catches on.
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Travel & LeisureThe Ultimate Singapore Bucket List If You're In Town for the Grand Prix
Here's how to turn race week into a full-blown holiday.
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Travel & LeisureYou Only Have Until 11PM Tonight to Score Virgin Australia Flights to Bali, Fiji, Vanuatu and More from $419 Return
Trade lukewarm weather for the tropical climate of Indonesia and Vanuatu.
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Travel & LeisureAustralia Is the Best Camping Destination on Earth — and Paperbark Camp Reminds Us Why
Australia's first glamping site offers 13 tricked-out tents, a treehouse restaurant, an eco-friendly ethos and plenty of beach and forest time.
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Travel & LeisureMerricks North
Ritual Package at Jackalope
Surrounded by vine-side experiences, this peace-inducing package is stacked with signature inclusions and special perks that'll make your weekend escape.
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Travel & LeisureSydney Airport Has Unveiled Its Revamped T3 Dining Lineup, Featuring Big Names Like Icebergs, Loulou and RaRa Ramen
Opening from late 2025, 14 dining destinations will form part of the new-look T3, with much-loved restaurants like Icebergs and RaRa Ramen making journeys more enjoyable.
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Travel & LeisureWoolloomoolooOvolo Woolloomooloo
The funky inner workings of one of Sydney's most recognisable buildings can transport you far away from the city you're so close to.
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Travel & LeisureTravel Smarter, Not Harder: Eight International Travel Tips To Keep In Mind When Planning
Bookmark this before you head to the international departures gate.
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Travel & LeisurePlan Your Next Bali Escape Around Lyvin Melasti, A New Collection of 18 Ocean-Facing Villas Perched Above Melasti Beach
Maximise your serenity by staying in these cliffside villas, combining private pools with Scandinavian and Balinese design.
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Travel & LeisurePokolbinThe Lane Retreat
A launching pad for everything the Hunter does best; wrapped up in a scenic, tranquil and comfortable package.
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Travel & LeisureA Weekender's Guide to Mildura
The outback town, on the banks of the Murray River, first made its mark on the Australian art scene in the '60s and '70s, with a legacy continuing today through galleries, public art and major events.
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Travel & LeisureSunshine Sickie Giveaway
Leave your boss on read as this spontaneous getaway invites overworked workers to ditch the office for somewhere a little more serene.
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Travel & LeisureDunkeldSpring Wellness Package at Royal Mail Hotel
Make the most of this acclaimed property's new wellness suite with a discounted rate and a host of springtime perks.
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Travel & Leisure
The Best Places to See Art in Regional Victoria
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Travel & LeisureQT Hotels Is Launching Luxury Hotel Stays for Your Pets, Including Butler Service
Did someone say steak tartare and bacon ice cream?
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Travel & LeisureByron BayHide Byron Bay
Retreat without leaving town, as this boutique stay offers abundant wellness experiences, plus restaurants, bars and beaches on your doorstep.
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Travel & LeisureIt's Official: Aussies Are Visiting Japan in Record Numbers — But Where We Go (and What We Do) Might Surprise You
Thanks to newly released data from travel platform Klook, Aussies are increasingly choosing lesser-known cities and culturally engaged activities.
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Travel & LeisureA Weekender's Guide to the Grampians
Roam mountaintops, explore historic wineries and discover the connection between art and the environment. This guide is made for a cuisine-meets-culture weekend escape.
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Travel & LeisureComing Soon: RACV Inverloch Resort Has Revealed a Multi-Million-Dollar Expansion, Featuring Upgraded Rooms with Panoramic Views
This major expansion will add 36 new premium rooms with stunning views, making your visit to the Gippsland coast even more relaxing.
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Travel & LeisureThe Best Boutique and Luxury Hotels in Melbourne
Rooftop pools, pillow menus, hatted restaurants and interiors by Australia's top design studios — these are Melbourne's dreamiest check-ins.
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Travel & LeisureComing Soon: Mercure Clear Mountain Is Set to Become Moreton Bay's First Five-Star Hotel Following a $4 Million Luxury Transformation
One of Brisbane's best and closest nature retreats will soon be even more lavish, as an extensive renovation brings new suites, dining and relaxation experiences.
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Travel & LeisureLock In Your End-of-Year Travel Plans — Scoot Has Just Announced New Routes for Thailand and Japan Starting From $219
Get immersed in Northern Thailand's lush hillside multiculturalism or journey to Japan's southern archipelago for a white-sand escape.