• News

    Save Your Annual Leave: Plan a Remote Work Escape to Port Macquarie Instead

    This buzzing city on NSW's mid-north coast is the perfect place to get away without using a minute of precious holiday time.

  • Guide

    Dazzle All Five of Your Senses with These Unmissable Outdoor Events

    Whether you're looking to take part in a challenge or explore regional NSW, we have the perfect outdoor festivals for you.

  • News

    Now Open: Kirra Point Holiday Apartments Is Your Sleek New Gold Coast Place to Stay with Stunning Beach Views

    This coastal precinct has already scored a pub, and an oceanfront dining and drinking spot with cabanas — and now it boasts accommodation, too.

  • Feature

    A Beginner's Guide to the Greek Islands

    Salty swims in turquoise waters, halloumi cooked to perfection (no squeaks here, thanks) and seemingly eternal sunshine? Welcome to your next Greek Island holiday.

  • 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.

  • Guide

    The 13 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.

  • Guide

    The Ten Best Hotels in Brisbane

    Whether you're vacationing or staycationing, this lineup of the top hotels in Brisbane will help you live your best life — fine restaurants, premium spas and rooftop pools for days.

  • News

    Our Guide to the Best Glamping Sites Around Australia

    Stay in luxury tents scattered among remote deserts, lush rainforests and tropical islands at these Australian glamping sites.

  • Guide

    The 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.

  • 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

    Stay of the Week: Hotel Komune Resort and Beach Club

    This stunning Bali resort sits on the black-sand shoreline of Keramas Beach, one of the best surf breaks in the world.

Travel

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  • Travel & Leisure

    Port Stephens Is Getting a New Luxury Waterfront Hotel

    Featuring 80 four-and-a-half-star rooms with views of either the river or bushland.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Germany Is Set to Trial Free Public Transport

    In response to possible legal action over air pollution levels, the country will test the idea in five cities.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Melbourne's Rooftop Glamping Hotel Is Zipping Up

    You've got until April 25 to spend a night above the city.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Melbourne Is Getting a Second International Airport

    Avalon is expected to welcome international flights from the end of this year.

  • Travel & Leisure

    You Might Soon Be Able to Ditch Your Opal, Myki and Go Cards

    Smartphone, smartwatch and bank card payments are set to be trialled in New South Wales, Victoria and Queensland.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Canberra's Design-Focused Hotel Hotel Has Been Sold

    Independent hotel company Ovolo will take over operations from March.

  • Travel & Leisure

    You Can Now Soar 300 Metres Above the Grand Canyon Via Zipline

    Reach speeds of up to 80 kilometres per hour over the iconic American rock formation.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Seven Regional Events Around NSW to Travel to This Year

    Go beyond your usual trip to Sydney to discover and re-discover all of NSW at these summery events.

  • Travel & Leisure

    This 'Game of Thrones'-Themed Ice Hotel Will Take You to the Freezing Depths of Westeros

    The pop-up Finland hotel has its own ‘Hall of Faces’ and ten unique hotel suites, all crafted from ice and snow.

  • Travel & Leisure

    We're Giving Away an Eight-Day Cruise Along a European River

    Float along the Seine, Danube or Rhine — for free.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Muji's First-Ever Hotel Opens This Month

    You'll soon be able to stay in the Japanese home goods giant's sites in China and Japan.

  • Travel & Leisure

    This Japanese Hotel Will Let You Return for Free If You Can't See Mount Fuji

    It is being offered peak Mount Fuji-viewing season, however.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Tiny House Campsites Are Popping up in Secret Locations in the American Wilderness

    As part of their focus on disconnecting, there's also no wifi and you're invited to lock away your smartphone.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Sleeping Under the Stars: A Guide to Camping In, Near and Around Melbourne

    Where to sleep when you're slumbering under the stars.

  • Travel & Leisure

    One of the World's Steepest Railways Has Opened in Switzerland

    Soaring between snowy villages and scaling a height difference of 744 metres.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Sweden's Ice Hotel Has Unveiled Its Frosty New Artist-Created Rooms

    Featuring 35 one-of-a-kind rooms crafted by 36 artists from 17 countries.

  • Travel & Leisure

    This Pristine Blue Paradise Has Been Named Australia's Best Beach for 2018

    This far north Queensland island beach has topped a list of 11,761.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Melbourne Is Getting an Opulent New Designer Hotel

    Featuring 32 luxury suites and a rooftop cloud bar.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Ten Must-Visit Places Worth Travelling Overseas for in 2018

    Check for cheap flights and lock in a date.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Five Modern Family Holidays in Victoria That Will Save You From Resort Kids Clubs

    Get away, go feral and have fun — together.

  • Travel & Leisure

    This Ultra Lavish Italian Castle Now Doubles as a Hotel, Museum and Cooking School

    The former Norman fortress and 17th century palace also boasts a huge kitchen garden, and will host wine tastings in the future.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Nagambie

    Mitchelton Hotel

    A $16 million luxury hotel in Victoria's Goulburn Valley.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Merricks North

    Jackalope Hotel

    The Mornington Peninsula's extravagant hotel has two restaurants, an infinity pool and a seven-metre sculpture.

  • Travel & Leisure

    This New Airline Will Only Fly to Art Events Around the World

    Meet the world's newest niche airline, from Chinese-American performer Qinmin Liu.

  • Travel & Leisure

    This Idyllic Australian Spot Has Been Named One of the World's Best Beaches

    Four Australian beaches have made FlightNetwork list of the top 50 best beaches in the world.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Box Hill

    The Chen Melbourne - Art Series

    Box Hill's 100-room boutique hotel inspired by Australian artist Zhong Chen.

  • Travel & Leisure

    You Can Now Glamp in a Vineyard in Regional Victoria

    Spend your next weekender sipping top-notch wines on an outdoor lounge on your own private deck, all less than two hours outside of Melbourne.

  • Travel & Leisure

    How to Travel Ho Chi Minh City on a Shoestring

    There are a lot of perks to travelling Vietnam: the food, culture and incredibly diverse countryside to name just a few. But nothing makes it easier to enjoy than the cost of living.

  • Travel & Leisure

    How to Travel Honolulu on a Shoestring

    For pure paradise — tropical fruits, birds and volcanos to boot — Honolulu is an ideal holiday location and we've got a guide to doing it on the cheap.

  • Travel & Leisure

    How to Travel Bangkok on a Shoestring

    Since Bangkok is the proverbial beating heart of the South East Asian region, it's no wonder each year millions continue to go back again and again.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Aussie Platform Camplify Is Like the Airbnb for Campervans

    The peer-to-peer renting platform lets you hire someone else's van or RV for that weekend camping trip.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Travel the World on a Shoestring

    Explore the world without blowing that Christmas bonus.

  • Arts & Entertainment

    Muralist Scott Marsh's Top Ten Spots in Sydney for Artists and Art Lovers

    Roam the Sydney streets with the artist who's given them some of their most memorable imagery.

  • Design & Style

    Designer Naomi Murrell's Top Ten Creative Hot Spots in Adelaide

    Get to know Adelaide's design and maker scene through the eyes of an expert.

  • Food & Drink

    Food critic Max Brearley's Top Ten Spots for Gastronomes in Margaret River

    Eat your way across one of Australia's premier food and wine regions.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Ten Hot Spots in Margaret River for Visitors Who Want to Explore More

    Drink beer with cows and swim with stingrays in Australia's always-surprising southwest.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Photographer Alicia Taylor's Top Ten Spots in Melbourne for Art Lovers and Aesthetes

    Let this trip be one of the few times in your life where you're guided by looks alone.

  • Food & Drink

    Wine Entrepreneur Glen Cassidy's Top Ten Foodie Hot Spots in Sydney

    Experience one of the finest dining and drinking scenes on the planet, on the advice of a host with the most.

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