• News

    Fifteen of the Most Unique Stays You Can Book Around New Zealand

    Spend a few nights in a leafy treehouse, a beautifully restored truck perched right on the bay or even a mountaintop cabin with views for days.

  • News

    The Best Dog-Friendly Hotels, B&Bs and Self-Contained Getaways in Victoria

    Accommodations where both you and your pet can sit and stay all around Victoria.

  • News

    Now Open: The CBD's Newest Luxury Hotel Melbourne Place Is Home to Three Knock-Out Hospitality Venues

    The new 14-storey hotel is home to a Med-inspired restaurant, Portuguese diner and late-night basement bar.

  • 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

    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 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.

  • News

    A Weekender's Guide to the Mornington Peninsula

    Just an hour out of Melbourne, the Peninsula provides the perfect combo of coastal parks, prime produce and pinot noir.

  • News

    The Best Dog-Friendly Hotels, B&Bs and Self-Contained Getaways in Victoria

    Accommodations where both you and your pet can sit and stay all around Victoria.

  • Guide

    The 14 Best Hotels In Melbourne

    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.

  • Hotel

    Lanson Place Parliament Gardens

    502 Albert Street, East Melbourne

    This new Melbourne hotel houses a 20-metre lap pool, gym, all-day diner and cocktail bar, and 137 rooms.

  • News

    Ten Next-Level Australian Stays with Outdoor Baths for the Ultimate Relax and Rewind Getaway

    Whether you fancy relaxing in a private Japanese bathhouse, a rustic metal tub perched on a farm's timber deck, or a spa-bath in a mountain cave — we've got you covered.

  • News

    The Best Places to Go Glamping in New Zealand

    Choose from seaside glamping spots, campsites in the mountains and tents scattered about countryside farms full of roaming sheep.

  • 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.

Travel

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  • Travel & Leisure

    How to Spend a Weekend in the Heart of Sydney on a Budget

    Head to aperitivo hour to sip $5 negronis and create your own pub (or brewery) crawl through the city.

  • Travel & Leisure

    How to Spend a Weekend in the Heart of Brisbane on a Budget

    Explore a new dining precinct and hang at a hidden rooftop pool overlooking the city.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Long-Lasting Delta Aquariids Meteor Shower Will Be Visible Down Under Next Month

    The starry event only happens once a year.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Qantas Has Been Named One of the World's Best Airlines for 2019

    Jetstar also made the best low-cost airline list.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Melbourne's Train Network Could Soon be Affected by a 48-Hour Strike

    The Rail Tram and Bus Union will vote on whether to take industrial action, in the midst of tense negotiations with Metro Trains.

  • Travel & Leisure

    You Can Now Book Next-Level Multi-Day Travel Adventures Around the Globe Through Airbnb

    Trek through the Amazon, take a culinary kayaking trip through the Sweden or island hop around the Galapagos.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Ten Winter Weekenders in Australia That Don't Involve Skiing

    Swap the snow for a getaway dedicated to truffle hunting in WA, wine tasting in the Adelaide Hills or dark arts in Tasmania.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A 500-Square-Metre Mirror and Hedge Maze Has Just Opened Inside Singapore's Changi Airport

    It's part of a giant new greenery-filled amusement park with seven different attractions.

  • Travel & Leisure

    You'll Soon Be Able to Take a (Very Expensive) Holiday to the International Space Station

    NASA is opening the low-orbit facility to private astronauts, as well as commercial and tourism ventures.

  • Food & Drink

    Where to Find the Cosiest Stays, Red Wine and Fireplaces around Regional Victoria for Maximum Hygge

    Winter is made for creating cosy moments — and these spots will help you do it best.

  • 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

    NASA Will Start Launching Rockets From Australia in 2020

    The US organisation is setting up temporary launch facilities at the Arnhem Space Centre in the Northern Territory.

  • Food & Drink

    A Wine Lover's Guide to Waiheke

    Discover all the top drops, food and sights that this island region has on offer.

  • Food & Drink

    A Wine Lover's Guide to Matakana

    Journey north on your next stay in Auckland to discover wineries filled with quirky sculptures, rare wine varietals and award-winning restaurants.

  • Food & Drink

    A Wine Lover's Guide to Kumeu

    On your next short break in Auckland, dedicate a day to visiting these nearby first-class wineries.

  • Travel & Leisure

    You Can Now Order an Uber Submarine to Explore the Depths of the Great Barrier Reef

    You can now get a 'scUber' on demand — if you've got a spare $3000.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Five Australian Surf Spots Only the Locals (and Now You) Know About

    Add these Australian breaks to your bucket list.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Five Adventure Activities to Try with Your Crew this Winter

    Because nothing says bonding like heart-stopping adventure.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Five Spectacular Waterfalls to Visit Near Melbourne

    Get out of the city and explore some of Victoria's most phenomenal falls.

  • Travel & Leisure
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    Barkly Barks Dog Festival 2019

    Your regular Sunday trip to Woolies just got way better.

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    A Winter Escape to Tasmania

  • Travel & Leisure

    Uber's New Quiet Mode Will Let You Ride in Silence

    The ridesharing service is rolling out a feature that lets customers choose their level of conversation.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Seven Unexpected Things You Can Do and See in Tasmania

    From visiting a seahorse farm to breaking taboos at a museum dedicated to poo.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Five Experiences Completely Unique to Tasmania in Winter

    From exploring snowy enchanted forests to dressing up and dancing through apple orchards

  • Travel & Leisure

    Seven Unconventional Cultural Experiences to Discover in Tasmania

    Go from absurdist mazes to a town that doubles as an openair gallery.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Seven Cosy Places to Snuggle into This Winter in Tasmania

    Curl up next to the fire and bask in luxe views at one of these cosy stays.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Ten of Australia's Newest — and Most Unique — Travel Experiences to Inspire Your Next Domestic Holiday

    Perfect for exploring the country when you don't have enough annual leave to head overseas. 

  • Travel & Leisure

    Five Snow Activities to Add to Your Winter Calendar

    From dogsledding to wintery cheese adventures and world-class alpine resorts.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Checklist of Everything to Eat, See and Do During Summer in the UK

    Shakespeare under the stars, famous music festivals and long walks along country lanes. 

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Quick Trip to Margaret River

    Alongside its excellent wines, Margaret River holds a wealth of incredible nature, top-notch eats and many a luxurious way to relax. Make this wine region by the sea your next holiday — let's start planning.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Uber Drivers Across Australia Are Protesting This Morning

    As part of a worldwide strike protesting poor pay and conditions for drivers.

  • Food & Drink

    We're Giving Away an Epic Trip to Sydney for Two During Vivid

    Enjoy Sydney's festival of lights with luxe meals, a harbour cruise and a shopping spree — on us.

  • Food & Drink

    A Shoestring Guide to the UK's Scenic South

    Discover the best of the UK's culture, historical landmarks and natural wonders without blowing big bucks.

  • Food & Drink

    A Food Lover's Guide to Margaret River

    Indulge in one of Australia's most epicurean seaside destinations.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Guide to Outdoor Adventures in Margaret River

    Explore caves, abseil down seaside cliffs and canoe by sunset — all in one huge, scenic region.

  • Travel & Leisure

    How to Plan a Summer Escape This Winter Without Leaving Australia

    Explore Australia's tropical backyard via helicopter pub crawls, sunset cruises and swimming with crocs.

  • Food & Drink

    An Essential Guide to Margaret River's Must-Visit Wineries

    Start planning a visit to WA — from organic farms to stately cellar doors, this region has some of the best wine in the country.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Five Breathtaking Tasmanian Hikes to Discover This Winter

    Conquer otherworldly walks, coastal journeys and treks to panoramic summits.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Six Beautiful Sights in Tasmania and Why You'll Want to See Them in Winter

    Discover the Apple Isle from multi-tiered waterfalls to glacial lakes and ancient rainforests.

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