• 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.

Travel

Get Concrete Playground's take on the latest travel news, events, places and trips
  • Travel & Leisure

    Five European Cities to Visit When You've Already Seen the Touristy Sites

    Uncover ruin pubs, wiener dog museums and the oldest sausage shop in the world.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Qantas Will Run Trial Flights Direct From the East Coast to New York and London By the End of 2019

    The aim is to start running non-stop commercial flights from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane by 2022.

  • Travel & Leisure

    How to Spend 48 Hours in Munich

    Make the most of your whirlwind trip in the Bavarian capital.

  • Arts & Entertainment

    Six Out-of-Town Happenings That Are Worthy of a Road Trip This Spring

    As the weather starts to thaw, make the most of the sunshine with live music, blossoming flowers and art on the road.

  • Food & Drink

    This Airline Lets You Pre-Book Meals Created by Top International Chefs

    Enjoy the finer things in life at 30,000 feet.

  • Travel & Leisure

    How and Why You Should Plan a Solo Trip to Canberra and its Surrounds

    Take a little me time and explore Australia's capital.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Escape to Canberra

  • Travel & Leisure

    Buses Will Replace Trains on Some of Melbourne's Train Lines Again This Spring

    Parts of the rail network will be closed throughout September and October to complete further upgrades for the Metro Tunnel.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Sydney Trains Are Still Experiencing Major Delays That May Affect Your Commute Home

    A mechanical issue at Town Hall this morning is still causing delays on six of Sydney's nine train lines.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Ten Weird and Wonderful Festivals to Track Down Around Australia

    Plan your next holiday around one of these out-there festivals with naked frisbee contests, beer-can boats, synchronised Nutbush dances and a surprising amount of ABBA.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Chinchilla

    Melonfest 2021

    This Queensland festival celebrating the humble watermelon is a pink, summery dream.

  • Travel & Leisure
    The Gardens

    Darwin Lions Beer Can Regatta

    Save up those tinnies to build the ultimate sailing vessel and take out the top title.

  • Arts & Entertainment
    Birdsville

    Big Red Bash 2020

    Join a massive synchronised Nutbush dance, go sand dune surfing and watch Aussie rock bands at this regional festival.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Maryborough

    Mary Poppins Festival

    Head north to the Fraser Coast for this supercalifragilisticexpialidocious festival.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Thoona

    Thoona Wheelie Bin Championships 2020 — CANCELLED

    The box car derby your childhood self dreamed about is an annual event in Victoria.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Maslin Beach

    The Pilwarren Maslin Beach Nude Games

    A day of naked competitions at a picturesque Adelaide beach.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Deniliquin, NSW

    Deni Ute Muster

    A rural festival complete with lawn mower races, wood chopping, whip cracking and, of course, utes.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Sydney's Train Network Is Affected by Major Delays This Friday Morning

    No trains are were running between Town Hall and North Sydney for three hours.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Neuron Mobility's Orange-Hued Electric Scooters Have Hit Brisbane's Streets

    The Singapore-based company has joined Lime, sending out 200 two-wheeled vehicles into the CBD, New Farm and South Brisbane.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Weekender's Guide to Going Off-Grid in Canberra

    Take the 'city' out of your next city break.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Click Frenzy's Huge Travel Sale Is Kicking Off Tonight

    Bag bargain deals on airfares, holiday packages, cruises, accomodation and more — but only for 29 hours.

  • Arts & Entertainment
    Parkes

    Canberra and Region Visitors Centre

    Get advice from local guides and pick up regional produce.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Oberon

    Glamping in the Garden 2020 — POSTPONED

    A pop-up glamping retreat located in a stunning 160-acre garden outside Sydney.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Google Maps' New Augmented Reality Feature Will Literally Point You in the Right Direction

    Now rolling out on iOS and Android phones, the beta feature deploys arrows and directions over street view images.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Melbourne's Tram Network Will be Disrupted by a Four-Hour Strike Later This Month

    The network-wide strike follows failed negotiations between Yarra Trams and the Rail Tram and Bus Union.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Sydney

    Murder Mystery at Sea 2019

    Solve a creepy murder mystery on Darling Harbour. On a navy boat. At night.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Guide to Eating and Drinking in Budapest

    In the Hungarian capital you're spoiled for choice with street food laneways, classy cocktail bars and authentic 'mom and pop' canteens.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Technical Issue on Sydney's Metro North West Is Causing Commuter Chaos This Morning

    Trains were not running in either direction for almost two hours.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Great Barrier Reef Is Set to Score Its First Underwater Hotel

    Sleep below sea level on a floating pontoon, with floor-to-ceiling views of the reef through your window.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Melbourne's Tram Network Could Soon be Affected by a 48-Hour Strike

    The news comes as Melbourne's train workers gear up for their own strike next week.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Best (and Most Colourful) Flower Festivals Happening Around Australia

    Pack the Zyrtec and get ready to frolic through glorious fields of tulips and cherry blossom trees.

  • Arts & Entertainment

    An Art Lover's Guide to Spending a Weekend in Canberra

    Take your inner art critic on a tour of this contemporary art-proud cultural hub.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Gallery: Kosci in Your Cossies

    Over 200 skiers and snowboarders bared (almost) all to speed down Australia's third-longest run in Budgy Smugglers last week.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Environmental Protesters Are Expected to Shut Down Brisbane's CBD This Morning

    The Extinction Rebellion Australia protest will disrupt peak-hour traffic and could continue until after lunch.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Hawthorn East

    Bike Gallery

    This Hawthorn East shop pairs bikes and coffee — an avid cycler's dream.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Mitchell

    Mulga Bicycle Tours

    Feel the wind in your hair on one of these scenic bicycle tours.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Majura

    Naked Cubby Co

    Sleep under the stars at this luxe glamping retreat set on a winery.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Melbourne's 48-Hour Train Network Strike Is Likely to Go Ahead

    The Rail Tram and Bus Union has voted to take industrial action, in the midst of tense negotiations with Metro Trains.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Another Dockless Electric Scooter Service Has Launched in Auckland

    The local startup is offering Auckland riders free unlocks for the first month.

  • Design & Style
    Canberra

    Design Canberra Festival 2019

    Explore more than 150 (mostly free) events across the nation's capital.

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