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Four Sydney Attractions Every Local and Visitor Should Experience at Least Once

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Hinterland Experiences That Will Change the Way You See a Gold Coast Holiday

From romantic rainforest retreats to walks in the lush Hinterland, these experiences prove that a Gold Coast holiday doesn't end at the shoreline.

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Stay: These Vintage Caravans Are Made for Group Getaways (and Come With Record Players)

Retro-style caravans in Bendigo are offering a new way to do group getaways and come complete with vinyl players and modern amenities.

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The Olympia

1 Oxford Street, Paddington

25hours Hotels first Australian outpost is an homage to cinematic glory, built around a globally inspired hospitality precinct.

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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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Chase 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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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.

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Into 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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Green Playground

Tropical North Queensland is the destination that should be perched at the top of your responsible travel hit list.

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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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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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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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The 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

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

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Travel & Leisure

Titanic Belfast

Uncover Belfast's shipping history along the Maritime Mile at the Titanic Quarter.
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Travel & Leisure

Downpatrick

Dive into ancient history in one of Ireland's oldest towns — it was included in Ptolemy's list of Irish towns in 130 AD.
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Carrickfergus Castle

Take a step back in time at this incredibly well-preserved medieval fortress on the shores of Belfast Lough.
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Bellanaleck

Lough Erne

Discover ancient island settlements as you sail through the Upper and Lower Loughs of the Fermanagh Lakelands.
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Castlerock

Mussenden Temple and Downhill Demesne

Soak up dramatic views across the North Atlantic Coast at this picturesque clifftop estate above Downhill Beach.
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Dunluce Castle

Walk among the ruins of an ancient clifftop fortress that appears in HBO's Game of Thrones®.
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Antrim

Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge

Put your nerves to the test on a rope bridge just off the Causeway Coastal Route.
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The Sperrins

If you're looking for easy rambles with epic views, you can enjoy both in Tyrone.
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Mourne Mountains

Challenge yourself and take on this majestic mountain range solo or in a group, on foot or by bike.
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Islandmagee

The Gobbins Cliff Path

Walk along the edge of the basalt cliffs of Antrim on this heart-pounding hanging metal pathway.
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Giant's Causeway

Traverse the basalt columns that have inspired epic myths of warring giants.
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Clonmacnoise

Clonmacnoise

Do as the ancient monks did and travel to this historical site by boat.
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Loughrea

Cloghan Castle

Relax in one of the beautiful restored rooms or enjoy the incredible views from the rooftop battlements.
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Kingscourt

Cabra Castle Hotel

Live like royalty at this lavish countryside castle.
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Gort

Crann Óg Eco Farm

Escape back to nature at this off-grid eco-friendly farm stay near native Irish woodland.
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Killeshandra

Trinity Island Lodge

Relax on this private island on the banks of Lough Oughter.
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Tawley

Teapot Lane Glamping

Choose between a treehouse, a luxe yurt or a country cottage at this magical glamping spot.
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Carrick-On-Shannon

Silverline Cruisers

Take on the role of captain for a day and explore the famed river from your own house boat.
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Shannon SUP

Give your core a workout as you enjoy the serene rivers and lakes in the midlands.
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Ballina

Killaloe River Cruises

Slow things down as you sip on an Irish coffee on a relaxing river cruise up the River Shannon.
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Mountshannon Wild Swimming

Take a plunge in the fresh waters of the third-largest lake in Ireland.
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Shannon Blueway Kayaking

Get off the beaten track (literally) and explore Ireland's most important (and longest) river by kayak.
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Kiltyclogher

Seán Mac Diarmada's Cottage

Come see the only remaining homestead of one of the seven signatories of the Proclamation of the Irish Republic.
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Rathcroghan

Explore the entrance to the 'Otherworld' where the legends of Irish myths and legend reside.
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Killaloe

St Flannan's Cathedral

Check out ancient stone carvings including the only artefact in Ireland with ogham and runic scripts.
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Virgin's Latest 72-Hour Sale Features 500,000 Discounted Domestic Flights with Fares From $45

You've only got three days to score cheap fares to Byron Bay, Launceston, Hamilton Island, Uluru and more.
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Jetstar's Japan-Only Sale with Free Fares Home From Tokyo and Osaka Is Back for 72 Hours

The latest Japan edition of the airline's 'return for free' sale has flights on offer between September 2024–June 2025.
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Queensland's Translink Public Transport Fares Have Been Slashed to 50 Cents Until February 2025

Whether you catch trains, buses, CityCats or ferries, this is excellent news for your bank balance for six months.
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Cloughoughter Castle

Enjoy a sunset kayak around this eerie centuries-old castle fortress in the middle of a lake.
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Sligo Way

On this hike, you'll pass by Lough Gill and its island made famous by the Yeats' poem ‘The Lake Isle of Innisfree’.
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Glencar Hill Walk

Here you'll spy a freshwater lake, a waterfall and majestic mountains and cliffs.
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Limerick

Lough Derg Way

Follow the River Shannon upstream from Limerick city to Dromineer in County Tipperary on this epic three-day hike.
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Ballycuggaran Crag Wood Walk

This loop trail boasts excellent views of Lough Derg but its steep path will put you to the test.
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Maynooth

Royal Canal Greenway

Join at any of the five trailheads and take in stunning views, walk over 200-year-old bridges and spy native wildlife.
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Crossbeg

Yellow Submarine Glamping

Forget castles and enjoy some whimsy at this unconventional stay in County Monaghan.
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Wexford

Tara Hill Estate

Relax in your cabin, soak in the outdoor tub or lace up your hiking boots and explore the forest trails.
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Wicklow Head Lighthouse

It doesn't get more unique than this wild stay in a historical lighthouse perched above the Irish Sea.
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Borris

Blackstairs Eco Trails Retreat

If you're keen on an eco-conscious stay in Ireland, this spot in Carlow should be your go-to.
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Castlebellingham

Bellingham Castle

Treat yourself to a luxurious stay in an actual castle in County Louth.
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Waterford

Waterford Greenway

Take in the breathtaking natural surroundings of Ireland's Ancient East on this off-road route.

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