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NewsVirgin Just Dropped a New Flight Sale with 500,000-Plus Domestic and International Fares From $45
Start making 2024 travel plans to Hamilton Island, Bali, Fiji and Tokyo.
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FeatureAdrenaline Escapes: Embrace the Summer with Our Guide to Outdoor Adventures
It's time to pack your gear and prepare for some adrenaline-pumping escapes this summer.
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NewsFive Ways to Experience Melbourne like You Never Have Before
From cocktails in the clouds to spooky night walks, and hot air balloon sunrises to sleepovers at the zoo, there are endless sides to Melbourne begging to be explored.
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NewsMatildas Mackenzie Arnold, Mary Fowler and Alanna Kennedy Will Chat Football at a Big Sydney Stadium Event
Talking through their experiences at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, the footballing trio will hit the pitch at the first-ever Open Air Live event.
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NewsAn Insider's Guide to the Best of Spring in Melbourne
From floating bars on the Yarra to a festival on a tramline to the sound of jazz across the city, see why Melbourne is the place to be this spring.
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NewsConfirmed: Soho House Is Officially Opening Its First-Ever Australian Outpost in Sydney
Soho House is transforming a Crown Street building into a five-storey mega-venue featuring multiple indoor and outdoor dining and socialising spaces — and it's also taking over The Old Clare for SXSW Sydney.
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NewsThe 27 Best Day Spas in Melbourne for 2026
Warning: These massages, facials and beautiful spaces may result in a state of complete and utter relaxation.
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NewsThe 16 Best Swimming Holes Near Melbourne
Don't stick to the rivers and the lakes that you're used to — check out these fab swim spots just a few hours' drive from Melbourne.
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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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GuideUnlock Indonesia: Get the Most From the Island for Less With Discounts on These Unique Experiences
From traditional rituals to sunrise hikes, these standout Indo adventures are all 10% off when you book with Visa via CP Trips.
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GuideThe Best Things to Do in Melbourne This Weekend
This weekend in Melbourne, head to the NGV for a teen-only art party, have High Cheese at the Westin or check out Lido Cinemas $5 movie tix.
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GuideThe Best Things to Do in Melbourne This September
Sip French drops at Le Grape Escape, Experience Baz Luhrmann's 'Romeo + Juliet' live and blast off into the Spacetember Film Festival.
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GuideWhere to Watch the British & Irish Lions Take On the Wallabies in Melbourne
After more than a decade, the British & Irish Lions are back in town, ready to face the old foe. These Melbourne pubs are showing all the action and more.
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NewsThe 15 Best Bathhouses In Melbourne
Never underestimate the healing power of a long, relaxing soak.
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NewsTen of the Best Walks in and Around Melbourne
Give that activewear the workout it deserves by hitting up these short hikes in and around Melbourne.
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NewsThe Best Things to Do on Anzac Day in Melbourne
Here's where to rise for the dawn service, indulge in a spot of two-up and pay your respects.
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NewsA Huge Interactive NBA Exhibition That Bounces Through Basketball History Is Coming to Australia
Making its Australian debut in Brisbane, this basketball showcase will take over two levels, sprawl across 1000 square metres and feature 20 themed sections.
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NewsSkiing, Partying, Tunes and Bungee Jumping: Why Queenstown's Snow Machine Is a Must-Attend Fest
It may seem like just another festival on the surface, but repeat customers know this five-day blowout is so much more than that.
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NewsThe Ten Best Hotels for Swingers
Here are ten hotels where you can indulge in the universal act of swinging.
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NewsHey Now, You Can Stay (and Go Play) in Shrek's Swamp for a Weekend Thanks to Airbnb
Donkey is the host of this free fairy tale-inspired getaway in the Scottish Highlands, which is happening in the lead up to Halloween.
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GuideThe Best Hotels in Sydney
Whether you're vacationing or staycationing, this lineup of the top hotels in Sydney will help you live your best life — fine restaurants, premium spas and unbeatable views across the city await.
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NewsThe Calile in Brisbane Was Just Named Oceania and Australia's Top Spot at the World's Best 50 Hotels
Coming in 12th on the World's Best's first-ever hotels list, the Sunshine State drawcard is the only Australian venue to make the cut.
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NewsFour Ways to Escape Adulthood and Bring Out Your Inner Child at The Funderdome
Low stakes, no pressure and a high chance of a great time.
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NewsHouse of Sunny Has Turned Its Latest Collection Into a One-Night-Only Airbnb That You Can Stay in for Free
If you're in the UK for London Fashion Week, you can slumber inside the fashion label's Hackney showroom.
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NewsComing Soon: Australia's New 'Monopoly' Theme Park Will Get You Passing Go in Melbourne From October
Tickets are now on sale for this board game come to life, which includes a 'Monopoly' store, 'Monopoly' cafe and 'Monopoly' challenges.
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FeatureOff the Beaten Track: A Guide to Boutique Experiences in Japan's Regional Areas
Experience something out of the ordinary in these regional Japanese towns.
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FeatureNight Moves: An After-Hours Guide to Japan's Nightlife
Embark on a nocturnal adventure that unveils the heart and soul of this captivating country.
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EventNational Spanish Paella Day at Anada
Sat, 28 Mar - Sun, 29 Mar 2026
Añada Bar & Restaurant, Fitzroy
Expect generous pans, complimentary wine and a lively vibe that evokes the best of sun-soaked Spanish lunches.
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EventSea of Light at Abbotsford Convent
Thu, 9 Apr - Sun, 12 Apr 2026
Abbotsford Convent, Abbotsford
This April, swap screen time for something brighter as kids step into a glowing world of creativity and discovery.
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EventMFWF: Feast for Freedom — A Longer Table
Wed, 25 Mar, 2026
Asylum Seeker Resource Centre, Footscray
This one-night dining experience blends flavour and storytelling, bringing people together through refugee-led dishes that celebrate cultural richness.
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EventVera Blue x Melbourne Symphony Orchestra: Orchestral Veil
Sat, 11 Jul, 2026
Hamer Hall, Southbank
The groundbreaking Australian artist is once again reimagining her music with Victoria's top orchestra this July.
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Event'Body Worlds: The Anatomy of Happiness'
Sat, 28 Mar - Sun, 26 Jul 2026
The District Docklands, Docklands
If you’ve ever wondered what’s really going on beneath the surface, this confronting exhibition uses real preserved human bodies to explore anatomy and emotion.
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EventMFWF: Grana After Dark
Thu, 26 Mar - Sat, 28 Mar 2026
Grana, Brunswick East
Bringing a late-night edge to this neighbourhood deli and wine bar, this three-night affair features dimmed lights, cranked volume and a bespoke menu.
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EventMelbourne Design Week 2026
Thu, 14 May - Sun, 24 May 2026
Various Melbourne locations, Melbourne
With over 400 events to explore, the latest instalment of this design-lovers dream spans big ideas and hands-on experiences across architecture, food, fitness, tech and more.
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EventMFWF: Pizza Pronto — James Lowe at Figlia
Thu, 26 Mar, 2026
Figlia, Brunswick East
Bringing London-born pizza innovations to Lygon Street, this one-night takeover combines Michelin-led cred with crowd-pleasing slices.
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Event'The Vinyl Factory: Reverb' at Rising 2026
Fri, 22 May - Mon, 31 Aug 2026
ACMI, Melbourne
Indulge your wax obsession with this immersive vinyl-led exhibition, spanning multiple genres, continents and musical energies.
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EventAfrica Film Festival Australia
Fri, 27 Mar - Sun, 29 Mar 2026
Cinema Nova, Carlton
Carlton's Cinema Nova will host three days of award-winning African films.
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FeatureFrom Sakura to Momiji: A Seasonal Guide to Exploring Japan
There’s something different to experience across every season in Japan.
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FeatureRefined Experiences for Your Next Stay in Japan
World-class hospitality, meticulous attention to detail, exquisite cuisine and cultivated design come together in Japan.
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NewsBendigo Bloom Is Back for Its 20th Anniversary with Food, Wine, Comedy and 53,000 Tulips
The star of the show is the huge tulip display, which will light up at night — and, for three days, you can also bend and stretch at a yoga festival.
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FeatureA Guide to Eating Your Way Through Japan's Regional Specialties
We can guarantee you’ve never heard of at least one of these dishes.
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FeatureTouring the Lone Star: A Travel Pro's Tips for a Texas Bucket List
"Part of my heart now lies in the Lone Star State."
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NewsGrab Your Suitcase: Australia's Newest Airline Bonza Is Doing 20-Percent Off Flights for Five Days
The low-cost carrier is dropping its fares on all 18 destinations and 34 routes, with flights starting from $39.20.
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NewsYou Can Holiday in Olympic BMX Gold Medalist Logan Martin's Gold Coast Home for Just $16 a Night
Fancy a long-weekend getaway with a backyard skatepark and putting green? Airbnb's latest one-off stay is offering exactly that — and for cheap.
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NewsVirgin Just Dropped a Week-Long Sale with 300,000 Flights to and From Queensland From $49
Spend spring, summer or autumn in the Sunshine State — or, Queenslanders, book cheap flights to head around the rest of the country.
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NewsVirgin Has Launched Bag Tracking to Help Fix One of the Most Annoying Things About Air Travel
The airline has been piloting the luggage-tracking tool since May, and has now rolled it out on almost 70-percent of domestic flights.
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NewsEyes to the Sky: A Super Blue Moon (and 2023's Largest Full Moon) Will Be Visible Down Under This Week
August's last full moon is both a supermoon and a blue moon — because it'll be at the the closest point to Earth in its elliptical orbit, and it's the second full moon this month.
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NewsYou Can Vote for Sam Kerr's Stunning Goal as the Women's World Cup's Best to Give the Matildas Another Win
The Australian captain is up against nine other ace strikes, including by England's Lauren James and Japan's Mina Tanaka.
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NewsNow Open: Hotel Indigo Is the New Flinders Lane Staycation Spot Boasting a Spanish Tapas Bar
This stylish urban escape pays tribute to fashion photographer Helmut Newton across a sprawling 216-room property.
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FeatureTastes of the Lone Star State: How to Plan A Wine-Fuelled Trip Across Texas
The Lone Star State has been developing a standout wine scene in secret for far too long.
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FeatureWhere the West Begins: How to Tour the Texas Metropolises of Dallas and Fort Worth
The international airport hub of Dallas–Fort Worth makes this the ideal starting point for any Texas adventure.
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FeatureFrom SXSW to the Best Texan Barbecue: An Essential Guide to Austin
The Texas state capital boasts standout sights, legendary flavours and a world-class live music scene.
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FeatureThe Heart of Texas History: An Essential Visitor's Guide to San Antonio
The Alamo City is home to significant historical sites and one of the most photogenic rivers you'll ever see.
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FeatureExplore Coast to Coast on Heritage-Listed K'gari
Go from glittering waters to lush rainforests on this idyllic Queensland island, which boasts an array of adventures for the whole family.
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NewsSam Kerr Is Launching a Football School for Kids Because Everyone Wants to Be the Soccer Star Right Now
The Matildas captain isn't done inspiring the nation yet — and she has the next generation of football heroes in her sights.
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FeatureHow to Spend 48 Hours in Cairns When You're In Need of a Tropical Weekend Escape
Swap your desk for a deck chair and flat whites for cocktails and treat yourself to escape to tropical north Queensland.
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NewsDog-Friendly Places to Stop on a Perth to Esperance Road Trip With Your Best Furry Friend
See why the West really is best with this breathtakingly paw-fect itinerary.
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NewsDog-Friendly Places to Stop on a Sydney to Brisbane Road Trip With Your Best Furry Friend
Em-bark on one of the country's most popular — and stunning — road trips.
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NewsVirgin's Latest Flight Sale Is Here with 500,000 Discounted Domestic and International Fares From $49
That next Tokyo, Bali, Hamilton Island or Hobart holiday just got cheaper.
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NewsBrisbane Is Getting a Statue to Commemorate the Matildas' Historic 2023 Women's World Cup Efforts
The tribute will be built outside Suncorp Stadium, where the team played three Women's World Cup games — including that epic quarter-final against France.
