Lilypad Is the Northern Beaches' New Members-Only Luxury Floating Villa
Located just off Palm Beach, the private villa comes with an on-board wine cellar, gourmet meals and your own private concierge.
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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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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Welcome to Mexico's colourful hub of culture and culinary delights.
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Live out your 'Round the Twist' dreams by visiting — and even staying in — these epic light structures dotted along the Victorian coast.
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For a small island, Singapore sure packs a punch.
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From helicopter wine tours to luxury hotel stays, there are plenty of ways to live the high life in Brisbane.
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There's a reason we love travelling so much.
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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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Head north for an eco-friendly escape that doesn't skimp on luxury.
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Get out of town — literally — and do your weekend differently.
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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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The South Australian island's wineries, beaches, oyster farms and accommodation are as beautiful as ever.
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Watch baby turtles hatch, swim at the Southern Great Barrier Reef, then sample award-winning local gin and rum.
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Slurp local oysters, ride through the dunes and unearth 'Mad Max' sets on the coast.
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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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For New Zealanders in search of epic adventures, incredible scenery, delicious gastronomy and damn good wine, you don't have to travel far.
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Beach sessions, rainforest treks and breezy holiday vibes await you on Queensland's Sunshine Coast.
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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.
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Book a stay deep in the Blue Mountains or a stone's throw away from the Great Barrier Reef.
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You can't jump on a plane to the Riviera, but you can escape the city for a tranquil weekend on Pittwater.
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Accommodations where both you and your pet can sit and stay all around Victoria.
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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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Located just off Palm Beach, the private villa comes with an on-board wine cellar, gourmet meals and your own private concierge.
So you can get to and from the fireworks (and gran's house) without spending a penny.
The sprawling Yarra Valley garden is opening its doors to the public for lotus flower season.
The rock could collapse at any time, but people are still flocking to take photos on it.
December 25 is gifting most of the country with high temperatures, heatwaves and a whole heap of sunshine.
To help ensure people get home safely for the holiday season.
The yellow scooters are currently being trialled in St Kilda, with hopes to expand across the CBD.
It's set to open at Tokyo Disney Resort in 2021.
And parts of the state are expected to experience storms, too.
Literally sleep with the fishes in what's being called the world's "first undersea residence".
And it'll provide all the gear — from snacks to sleeping bags — so you just need to bring yourself.
New South Wales' second largest city is nipping at Sydney's heels when it comes to summery destinations. It's also the gateway to a slew of top-notch experiences nearby. So, pack your bags; Newcastle and its surrounds beckon.
David Walsh's plans for Motown hotel include indoor and outdoor theatres, a giant library and a spa designed by James Turrell.
Parts of the rail network will be closed throughout the month to complete upgrades for the Metro Tunnel and a new fleet of high-capacity trains.
Get out and explore the vibrant natural tapestry of this Southeast Asian wonderland.
From a secret speakeasy to an epic rooftop cinema.
The Tokyo site joins the company's existing hotels in Shenzhen and Beijing in China.
If you're travelling in Brisbane's west or through the inner city, take note.
The magical room at Melbourne's Hotel Windsor coincides with the Aussie run of 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child'.
The Fast Rail Network Strategy aims to better connect Sydney with regional cities.
Bus detours are in place, ferries aren't stopping along the river — and it's recommended that you avoid the area.
The old Emporium hotel site has had a $55 million, design-led facelift.
Severe rainfall is supposed to return imminently — so it's best you scoot home as soon as you can.
And it's being built into the cliff underneath the Story Bridge.
Commuters should expect a slow and wet trip to work this morning.
And parts of the state are expected to experience some flooding, too.
Six Australian beaches have made FlightNetwork list of the top 50 best beaches in the world.
Smartphone, smartwatch and bank card payments can now be used to pay for your fare on Sydney trains.
Once complete, the multi-day hike will pass secluded coves, spectacular lookouts and legendary landmarks.
The spectacular starry event only happens once a year.
The spectacular starry event only happens once a year.
It'll travel from Adelaide to Brisbane over three days — and make the reverse journey across four.
A resort-style hotel with cabanas and an all-day bar in the Valley.
Joining the ranks of the Big Pineapple and Big Banana, this newcomer has made its home in the QLD town of Chinchilla: the melon capital of Australia
It's recommended that you avoid the area and, if possible, catch the train home.
It's set to hit the water in late 2019 — and come 2020, it'll also stop at Brisbane's newest inner-city terminal.
The 299-room hotel features not only the impressive pool, but a restaurant, a jazz bar, a fitness studio and luxury spa.
NSW's second largest city is nipping at Sydney's heels when it comes to spots to hang this summer. Grab your togs, Newcastle beckons.
This two-person stay is located on a sprawling property and totally secluded, with stunning views and minimal carbon footprint.