• Promotion

    This South Coast Winery Is Offering 20 Percent Off Luxury Villas and a $100 Estate Credit

    58 Washburton Road, Ulladulla

    If you've been looking for a summer escape, this is your sign.

  • News

    Planning A Trip to Tassie? Add These Whisky-Fuelled Experiences To Your List

    The Still and Pontville Distillery offer both charming history and a glimpse into Tasmania's new wave of whisky.

  • Feature

    Sydney in Summer

    See the Harbour City come alive when the sun shines.

  • News

    Hungry for Adventure: A New Study Has Revealed That Victoria Is Home to Three of Australia's Top Summer Foodie Road Trips

    Plan your next road trip with the best food in mind, as a recently released study reveals why Victoria is ideal for adventures that combine driving and dining.

  • 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

    A Southern Edge Road Trip: Follow a CP Writer's Ambling Foodie Adventure in Tasmania's South

    "While I love a scenic road trip with good company as much as the next person, this road trip truly rivalled almost every journey I can recall."

  • Feature

    A Northern Forage Road Trip: Follow a CP Writer's Tasting Tour Across Tasmania's North

    Proceed with an empty stomach, an open mind and a readiness to build a more meaningful relationship with what’s on your plate.

  • News

    Meet The Culinary Tastemakers Championing Tasmanian Produce

    Meet the passionate advocates and entrepreneurs who deal in flavours of the wild and tastes of terroir with the finest produce the earth and sea can offer.

  • 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 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.

  • News

    A Weekender's Guide to Daylesford

    Spend a few days wrapped in nature, natural mineral springs and a blanket of good food and wine.

  • 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.

  • News

    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.

  • News

    The Eight Best Places to Go Glamping in Victoria

    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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  • Travel & Leisure
    Ulladulla

    This South Coast Winery Is Offering 20 Percent Off Luxury Villas and a $100 Estate Credit

    If you've been looking for a summer escape, this is your sign.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Planning A Trip to Tassie? Add These Whisky-Fuelled Experiences To Your List

    The Still and Pontville Distillery offer both charming history and a glimpse into Tasmania's new wave of whisky.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Sydney in Summer

    See the Harbour City come alive when the sun shines.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Hungry for Adventure: A New Study Has Revealed That Victoria Is Home to Three of Australia's Top Summer Foodie Road Trips

    Plan your next road trip with the best food in mind, as a recently released study reveals why Victoria is ideal for adventures that combine driving and dining.

  • Travel & Leisure

    This Just In: Jetstar Is Offering Return Flights for Free With a Three-Day Black Friday Sale

    Book a 2026 trip for way, way less with this steal of a Black Friday sale.

  • Travel & Leisure

    CP Picks: The Best Gifts for People Who Are Never Home — According to Travel Writers

    Gifts for the perpetually in-transit — from clever travel accessories and design-led essentials to stylish pieces that make life on the go a little easier.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Best Aussie Cities for a Summer Getaway

    From rooftop pools to wild green spaces, your next city break just got a lot more exciting.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Coming Soon: InterContinental Is Bringing Luxury Seaside Living and Dining to Coogee Beach This Summer

    InterContinental Coogee Beach embodies the dream seaside getaway — think ocean views from your bed, coastal dining experiences and a leisure deck with a day spa and infinity pool underway.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Europe's Budget-Friendly Backpacker Bus Rolls Into Australia, Launching with $9.99 Fares From Melbourne to Sydney

    Take the scenic route, as this staple supporter of low-cost European adventures arrives in Australia with a stellar intercity price tag.

  • Travel & Leisure

    How to Spend a Weekend in Auckland: New Zealand's Foodie and Music Capital

    From rolling volcanic hills to sleek Euro dining, a weekend in Auckland makes for the perfect escape.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Fortitude Valley's The Calile Hotel Has Been Named on the World's 50 Best Hotels List for the Third Year Running, Ranked at No. 34

    By making this prestigious list for the third consecutive year, Brisbane's urban sanctuary becomes the only hotel in Oceania to rank in every instalment of the award.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Local Edit: How to Make the Most of the Creative Flinders Lane Precinct

    From strong specialty coffee to vintage shopping inside heritage-listed buildings, Melbourne's Flinders Lane has culture in droves.

  • Travel & Leisure

    In the Shadow of Byron Bay Lighthouse, ESTE Wategos Is the Heavenly Beachside Stay You've Been Waiting For

    Surrounded by luxe amenities and pristine nature, these high-end residences present a different side of the famed surf town.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Local Edit: How to Explore Adelaide's Vibrant CBD Neighbourhood

    With chic wine bars and award-winning restaurants, Adelaide's CBD makes for a perfect weekend getaway.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Top Countries Australians Are Traveling to Right Now — And the Surprising Countries on the Rise

    From classic favourites to unexpected contenders, the results of a new report may just influence your next trip.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Weekender's Guide to Tasmania's Wild West Coast

    As rugged as its reputation suggests, Tassie's West Coast lives up to its persevering motto: "We find a way, or we make a way."

  • Food & Drink

    Lonely Planet Has Named Melbourne's Food Scene One of the World's Top 25 Travel Experiences

    From Lune croissants to Palestinian soul food and Italian marketplaces, Melbourne’s culinary scene has officially been crowned one of the world’s best by Lonely Planet.

  • Travel & Leisure

    How to Spend a Weekend In Potts Point: Sydney's Inner-City Culture-Soaked Neighbourhood

    Here's how to spend a day wandering the historic and stylish suburb of Potts Point.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Live Like a Cashed-Up Local, as Mondrian Gold Coast Launches Luxe Residential-Style Beach Houses in Burleigh Heads

    Bringing a new element to this high-end coastal stay, a pair of residential-inspired beach houses invite guests to imagine themselves putting down beachfront roots.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Just In: We're All Getting Free Public Transport on Weekends This Summer, Celebrating the Metro Tunnel's Early December Launch

    Ride the city's brand-new rails for free on weekends, as Premier Jacinta Allan offers a gesture of thanks to celebrate the major project's opening.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Traveloka's 10-Day Spring Travel Sale Is On Now, Featuring Stellar Flights to Bali, Bangkok and Hanoi Starting From $179

    Lock in the wellness escape you deserve, with budget-friendly deals on flights, hotels and activities for multiple destinations across Asia Pacific.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Take a 17-Night Adventure Around the Globe in Pure Luxury, as Preferred Hotels & Resorts Hosts an Ultimate Private Jet Experience

    Catch private jets from one destination to the next, as this 17-night itinerary is filled to the brim with luxury experiences and stays.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Melbourne's Free Tram Zone Has Expanded — Here's Everywhere You Can Now Travel Without Paying

    Free trams now run from the CBD to the MCG, with extra trains and trams across the city for the AFL Grand Final and Melbourne Royal Show.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Australia's Best Airbnb Hosts for 2025 Have Been Named, Showcasing Dream Family-Friendly Stays and Serene Nature Escapes

    Make short stays even more memorable as Australia's top Airbnb hosts have been chosen for their appreciation of design and love of hospitality.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Scoot Is Offering Flights From Sydney, Melbourne and Perth to Asia From $139 — But the Sale Ends Tomorrow

    Spend the Melbourne Cup long weekend poolside in Koh Samui or Valentine's Day exploring the streets of Osaka.

  • Travel & Leisure

    FYI: Aussies Can Now Get Unlimited Travel Data eSIMs in 200-Plus Overseas Destinations, So Book Flights ASAP

    Racking up international roaming bills of $10 a day may become a thing of the past.

  • Travel & Leisure

    These Up-And-Coming Travel Hotspots Are the Antidote to the Same Old Trips

    From historic hubs to buzzing capitals on the rise, these destinations are where 2026 travellers should be heading next.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A First-Timer's Guide to Singapore: A Cultural Melting Pot of Tradition and Modernity

    Often treated as a layover, Singapore rewards those who linger — with street eats, fine dining, art, culture and neighbourhoods full of character.

  • Travel & Leisure

    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.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Retreat to Mallorca's Ca'n Beneït, Where Autumnal Sun, Mountain Hiking and Indulgent Spa Sessions Maximise Your Wellness

    Though further than the go-to Southeast Asia hotspots, this Med-side escape is all the more enchanting thanks to its combined approach to adventure and wellbeing.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Singapore Airlines' Early Bird Fare Deals: Why It Pays to Plan Ahead

    Starting to dream of a 2026 getaway? Booking early is the secret to securing the best value flights before everyone else catches on.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Ultimate Singapore Bucket List If You're In Town for the Grand Prix

    Here's how to turn race week into a full-blown holiday.

  • Travel & Leisure

    You Only Have Until 11PM Tonight to Score Virgin Australia Flights to Bali, Fiji, Vanuatu and More from $419 Return

    Trade lukewarm weather for the tropical climate of Indonesia and Vanuatu.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Merricks North

    Ritual Package at Jackalope

    Surrounded by vine-side experiences, this peace-inducing package is stacked with signature inclusions and special perks that'll make your weekend escape.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Travel Smarter, Not Harder: Eight International Travel Tips To Keep In Mind When Planning

    Bookmark this before you head to the international departures gate.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Plan Your Next Bali Escape Around Lyvin Melasti, A New Collection of 18 Ocean-Facing Villas Perched Above Melasti Beach

    Maximise your serenity by staying in these cliffside villas, combining private pools with Scandinavian and Balinese design.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Weekender's Guide to Mildura

    The outback town, on the banks of the Murray River, first made its mark on the Australian art scene in the '60s and '70s, with a legacy continuing today through galleries, public art and major events.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Sunshine Sickie Giveaway

    Leave your boss on read as this spontaneous getaway invites overworked workers to ditch the office for somewhere a little more serene.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Dunkeld

    Spring Wellness Package at Royal Mail Hotel

    Make the most of this acclaimed property's new wellness suite with a discounted rate and a host of springtime perks.

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