Do Look Up: The Impressive Lyrids Meteor Shower Is Soaring Through the Skies This Month

Head away from the city lights — or even out to your backyard or balcony — and peer at the sky.

Regional Victoria Is Officially Hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games

The MCG will host the opening ceremony — then four regional hubs will be set up in Geelong, Bendigo, Ballarat and Gippsland, each with their own athletes’ village and sport program.

Taronga Zoo Is Now Home to the World's Largest Bronze Gorilla Statue

Created by public artists Gillie and Marc Schattner, 'King Nyani' measures 30-foot-long — and Sydney is one of just three cities in the world to boast the giant gorilla statue.

Ten Epic New Zealand Beaches You Need to Visit at Least Once in Your Life

Whether you're keen to brave an icy winter dip or you're already dreaming of next summer, it's time to start planning your next trip across the ditch.

Ten Must-Visit New Zealand Places to Plan Your 2025 Winter Travel Adventures Around

Forget long-haul flights and lengthy stopovers — our closest neighbours are brimming with idyllic islands, gorgeous beaches and scenic regions just waiting to be enjoyed.

Melbourne Japanese Eatery Uminono Is Taking Sushi Lovers on a Luxe Guided Food Tour of Tokyo

Spend five nights in Japan eating your way through Tokyo's finest — and usually impossible-to-book — sushi restaurants.

We're Giving Away $1000 to Spend on Your Ultimate Long Weekend

A chocolate-filled weekend away on us? You betcha.

New Zealand Ski Fields Are Preparing to Open for the 2022 Season

Resorts across Aotearoa are starting to roll out plans for this year's ski season, which is set to be one of the biggest yet as the country finally welcomes back Australian tourists. 

The Waldorf Astoria Is Opening Its First-Ever Australian Hotel in Sydney in 2025

As well as 220 rooms, the 28-floor luxury hotel at Circular Quay will feature two restaurants and a rooftop bar with views of the harbour.

Seven Weekend Activities to Try If You Want to Shake Up Your Usual Routine

Stuck doing the same old? Add some flavour to your schedule with these fun activity swaps.

Bridge Jumps, Dive Sites and Brilliant Food: Seven Reasons to Take Your Crew To Brunswick Heads

Just 15 minutes' drive north of Byron Bay, this idyllic town might be the Northern Rivers' best kept secret.

You Can Now Enjoy a Luxe Houseboat Getaway on This Three-Storey 'Flotel' on the Gold Coast

Anchored for your entire stay — compete with national park views — this 12-metre-long floating hotel can sleep six.

Nine Essential Melbourne Experiences One CP Writer Can't Wait to Have Now That the City Has Reopened

From a spirited footy match alongside thousands of fellow roaring fans at the 'G to a packed live gig, these are the things we've missed the most about Melbourne.

Into the Wild: Go off the Beaten Path at These Fascinating Regional Destinations

Get out of town — literally — and do your weekend differently.

A Weekend Guide to Cape Schanck for Your Next Coastal Road Trip

Whether you're after great food and wine, idyllic coastal scenery or epic photo ops, this charming spot in the heart of the Mornington Peninsula is more than worthy of a visit.

Eight Reasons Cobram Should Be Your Next Road Trip Destination

Cobram offers up the best of the iconic Murray River region — from the Big Strawberry to idyllic inland beaches.

Victoria's New Dining and Entertainment Rebate Will Give You $125 Off Going Out Across the State

Spend $40 or more at cinemas, galleries and museums — and on dining outside of the City of Melbourne — and you can claim 25 percent back.

Virgin Is Doing a Big Domestic and International Sale with 1.5 Million Flights Up for Grabs From $45

If you're keen to travel around Australia for cheap — or head to Fiji, Bali or Queenstown — then you've got just over a week to get booking.

Pre-Departure Tests Will No Longer Be Required to Enter Australia From Overseas From April 17

International holidays are about to get easier — anyone heading to Australia won't need to get tested for COVID-19 before hopping on a plane.

Six Reasons to Escape to Montville, Queensland, for Your Next Outdoor Adventure

Spend a weekend leaping into waterfalls and sleeping under a blanket of stars in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland.

Five Stellar Overnight Hikes to Trek Near Melbourne

Soak up some incredible Victorian views on these overnight treks.

Win a Five-Night Stay in a Luxury Brisbane Penthouse and $5000 Spending Money

Spend five nights in the penthouse suite of Kokoda's new Brisbane property with your own private chef, plus $5000 for a shopping spree.

Bali Has Reopened to Australian and NZ Tourists Without Quarantine If You're Dreaming of a Holiday

Since early March, Bali has implemented a Visa on Arrival program for double-vaccinated visitors — with COVID-19 tests required before departing, and upon arrival at the airport.

A Virtual Worldwide Easter Egg Hunt Is Taking Place on Google Maps Right Now

Back for a second year, this online hunt lets you hide virtual eggs, then provide clues to help your friends and family find them.

Eight Immersive Cultural Experiences You Can Have in Upstate New York

A historical castle, modern design haven and a museum devoted to Lucille Ball — that's just a taste of what culture vultures can discover beyond New York City.

Your Second Summer

A Weekend Road Trip Guide to Bendigo and the Goldfields

With plenty to see and do, Central Victoria's historic Goldfields region might just be your new favourite road trip destination.

Eight Incredible Ways to Experience Victoria's Surf Coast on Your Next Coastal Road Trip

Don't let the name fool you — there are plenty of ways to experience the Surf Coast that go beyond the world-class beaches.

The Victorian Government Is Giving Out 140,000 $200 Travel Vouchers for Getaways Across the State

Spend at least $400 on a Victorian getaway this autumn — on accommodation, tours and experiences — and you can score $200 back.

Welcome to Lexton, Victoria, Where You'll Find Wine Country and Australia's Biggest Bush Doof

This tiny town in Victoria's Pyrenees region punches well above its weight when it comes to outdoor experiences.

Ten Incredible Australian Islands for When You Want to Get Off the Mainland

You don't need to travel to Bali or Thailand to have an island holiday — these adventurous and relaxing spots are just off the coast of Australia.

Inner South Day and Night Guide

Canberra's inner south is known for its prestige, and is teeming with young professionals and families. It's a hub of trendy restaurants and bars, lively cafes, lush gardens and prominent tourist sites.

Inner North Day and Night Guide

It's no surprise Canberra's inner north has become a popular area for both locals and visitors to spend time. Not only does it boast a thriving arts and culture scene but it also has top-notch food and drink options at every turn.

Double-Vaccinated Australians Will Be Able to Holiday in New Zealand From Mid-April

Keen on a trip across the ditch? NZ is reopening its borders to double-vaccinated tourists, without isolation, from next month.

You and Your Mates Can Rent This Entire Brisbane Hotel for a Vodka-Fuelled Stay for a Cool $49,999

Grey Goose is taking over Spring Hill's The Inchcolm by Ovolo — and if you're feeling flush, you and at least 39 of your besties can stay and sip there.

A Second Super Nintendo Theme Park Will Open in 2023 So You Can Play 'Mario Kart' IRL in Hollywood

You'll soon have two Nintendo-themed amusement parks to visit, with the new addition to Universal Studios Hollywood joining its sibling site in Osaka.

Five Things to See and Do in the Murray Border Town of Tocumwal

Stroll through an ancient forest or while away an afternoon on an inland beach in this fascinating Murray border town.

Seven Reasons Cunnamulla Is the Ideal Spot for a Quintessential Outback Adventure

In this pocket of southwest Queensland, you can work at an outback station and go for river swims.

The Town with No Street Names: Why You Should Take a Trip to Lightning Ridge, NSW

Join a dinosaur dig, fossick for opals or take a selfie with an 18-metre-tall emu made from car bonnets in this fascinating outback town.

We're Giving Away an Eco-Conscious Trip to Tropical North Queensland for You and a Mate (or Date)

A tropical holiday that gives back — on us.

Green Playground

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

Here's What Makes Tropical North Queensland the Ideal Destination For Eco-Conscious Travellers

It turns out that it's quite easy being green.