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Twelve of the Most Luxurious Places to Stay When Visiting Rome
Head to Concrete Playground Trips to book your stay at any of these lavish hotels.
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NewsTen 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.
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NewsUnique Stays with Breathtaking Views of New Zealand's South Island
From rugged secluded cottages to luxurious lakeside retreats.
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NewsTwelve Blissful Coastal Escapes You Can Book in Shoalhaven
Escape the city for a few nights in a romantic former silo with 360-degree views or a group getaway with private beach access.
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NewsThe Most-Impressive Group Stays You Can Book in Byron Bay
An array of waterfront villas and roomy coastal retreats ideal for a beach vacay with your besties.
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FeatureA 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."
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NewsSix Tassie Restaurants Championing Paddock-to-Plate Dining For if You Like Eating Straight from the Source
Tasmania is home to some of the finest produce grown anywhere in Australia — here's where to sample it straight from the source.
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NewsA Weekender's Guide to Kangaroo Island
The South Australian island's wineries, beaches, oyster farms and accommodation are as beautiful as ever.
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NewsA 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.
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NewsA 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.
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NewsThe Essential Spring Long Weekender's Guide to Hobart
For New Zealanders in search of epic adventures, incredible scenery, delicious gastronomy and damn good wine, you don't have to travel far.
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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.
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GuideThe 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.
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NewsThe 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.
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NewsThe Most Romantic Places to Stay in Bali When Proposals and Honeymoons Come Calling
Perfect for those looking to honeymoon or just run away with their special someone.
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NewsOur 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.
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GuideThe 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.
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Travel & LeisureStay of the Week: Manly Pacific
Book The Infinity Residence and get a personal Beach Butler for the entirety of your stay.
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Travel & LeisureSome of the Best Places to Stay on Indonesia's Lesser-Known Island of Lombok
Spend a few nights on a private beach or head up to villas set within mountaintop forests for the ultimate tropical island getaway.
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Travel & LeisureHere's How These Western Australian Businesses are Changing the Game in Hospitality and Tourism
The only thing longer than Western Australia's sunny shorelines and bigger than its expansive outback, is the list of job opportunities that allow you to enjoy them while getting paid for the privilege.
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Food & DrinkHow to Spend 48 Hours in the Seaside City of Wellington
Next time you visit Wellington, follow this guide to find the top places to eat, drink, dance and see some local art.
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Travel & LeisureThe 'Ted Lasso' Pub Is Hitting Airbnb If You Believe You Deserve an AFC Richmond-Themed London Stay
You and three mates can knock back beers, play darts, tuck into biscuits and sleep the night at The Crown & Anchor pub right around the corner from Ted’s apartment.
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Travel & LeisureLevel Up Your Next Local Holiday with These 20 Australian Adventure Experiences and Tours
These deals will have you swimming under remote waterfalls, hiking to breathtaking vistas and cycling from vineyard to vineyard.
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Travel & LeisureCable Beach in Western Australia Has Just Been Named the Third Best Beach in the World for 2023
The WA spot also topped Tripadvisor's list of the best ten beaches in the South Pacific, which features seven Aussie locations and one from NZ.
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Travel & LeisureStay of the Week: Woodland Cabin at Logan Brae Retreats
A plunge pool perched above a sweeping vista, wildlife wandering freely, luxe furnishings and expert styling: everything is special here.
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Travel & LeisureHere's What Happened When We Joined United Airline's World-First Pride Flight From San Francisco to Sydney
A plane full of San Francisco locals boarded the first ever Pride Flight to Sydney — and we went along for the journey.
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Travel & LeisureFour Travel Deals for Those in Need of a Luxury City Break (Or a Sterling Staycation)
One-of-a-kind trips to Sydney, Perth, Hobart and Adelaide await. All you need to do is book and go.
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Travel & LeisureStay of the Week: Jackalope Hotel
Take in views of the surrounding vineyard from your private terrace, the fine dining restaurant or the 30-metre infinity pool.
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Travel & LeisureNow Open: Hollywood's New Super Nintendo Theme Park with IRL 'Mario Kart' Is Welcoming in Fans
You can now wander through warp pipes, collect coins, see piranha plants, scope out Bowser's Castle and get racing at Universal Studios Hollywood.
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Travel & LeisureGet Away and Feast This Easter with These Travel Deals Made for Food and Wine Lovers
Each travel deal will have you spending your Easter break surrounded by awe-inspiring nature, glass in hand and belly full.
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Travel & LeisureMatt Moran Is Bringing His Farm-to-Table Cooking to Fiji and Taking Over the Kitchen at Two Luxury Island Resorts
The acclaimed celebrity chef is bringing some of the Aria magic to Fiji.
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Travel & LeisureStay of the Week: Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort
The protected coral lagoon, teeming with tropical marine life, is but a few steps away from your glamping tent.
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Travel & LeisureThe Paris Theatre That Inspired 'The Phantom of the Opera' Is Hosting Its First-Ever Overnight Stay
Hear the music of the night while spending the night at the historic Palais Garnier — if you're lucky enough to score the Airbnb booking.
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Travel & LeisureStay of the Week: Epvalis Hotel
Be immersed in Greek culture and history at this stunning seaside stay.
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Travel & LeisureSouth Island Region Marlborough Has Just Been Dubbed One of the Most Welcoming Spots in the World
It's known predominantly for its epic sav blanc and stunning walking trails — and now this famous wine region has been recognised for laying out the welcome mat.
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Travel & LeisureThe Best Summer Day Trips Out of Auckland
Wineries, weekend markets and wild beaches are only a short drive away.
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Travel & LeisureUnique Stays with Breathtaking Views of New Zealand's South Island
From rugged secluded cottages to luxurious lakeside retreats.
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Travel & LeisureThe Best Summer Day Trips Out of Wellington
Wine regions, pest-free islands and wild beaches are only a short trek away.
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Travel & LeisureFree Flights Alert: Hong Kong Is Giving Away 500,000 Plane Tickets to Entice Tourists to Visit in 2023
From March, three airlines will hand out free tickets to Hong Kong — and visitors can also nab drink, dining, shopping and transport vouchers.
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Travel & LeisureStay of the Week: Monte Pacis
Feel like royalty in this partially converted Lithuanian monastery.
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Travel & LeisureSouth Australia's Stokes Bay on Kangaroo Island Has Been Named Australia's Best Beach for 2023
Tourism Australia's best ten beaches for 2023 also includes Queensland's Rainbow Beach, Victoria's Apollo Bay and Sydney's Balmoral Beach.
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Travel & LeisureThe Iconic Chateau Tongariro Is Shutting Its Doors This Week After Almost 100 Years
The hotel's last day of operation will be Sunday, February 5.
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Travel & LeisureEscape with These Seven Luxe Island Holiday Packages (That Start at Just $105 a Night)
These incredible local and international travel deals can only be found on Concrete Playground Trips.
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Travel & LeisureStay of the Week: The Island Gold Coast
Gold Coast mainstay The Island has been reimagined as a tasteful modern boutique hotel with gorgeous rooms and a buzzy rooftop bar.
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Travel & LeisureA Weekender's Guide to Rotorua in New Zealand's North Island
This famously sulphur-scented town offers far more than just zorbing — visitors can expect rich cultural experiences, delicious dining, and more than a little bit of mud.
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Travel & LeisureRydges Melbourne Is Getting a Huge Makeover Complete with Refreshed Rooms and a New Rooftop Terrace
Relaunching this autumn, the new-look hotel will feature 370 rooms and apartments, plus a hefty collection of event spaces.
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Travel & LeisureStay of the Week: Pan Pacific Perth
Enjoy views of Swan River and the cityscape from your spacious room, the rooftop pool or one of the many restaurants and bars.
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Travel & LeisureYou Can Now Soak in 24-Hour Hot Springs with Mount Fuji Views at Tokyo's Haneda Airport
You mightn’t want to leave the airport on your next trip to Japan, with new travel hub Haneda Airport Garden also boasting shops, restaurants and two hotels.
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Travel & LeisureStay of the Week: Anchorage Port Stephens
This Hamptons-style waterfront spot is one of the best places to stay in Nelson Bay.
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Travel & LeisureThe Yarra Valley's Levantine Hill Estate Is Getting a New $20-Million Fender Katsalidis-Designed Hotel
The boutique accomodation will feature 33 rooms decked out with private spas and fully stocked wine fridges.
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Travel & LeisureThe Most Luxurious Boutique Hotels In and Around Auckland and Wellington
Whether you're planning an out-of-town jaunt or just a much-needed staycation, these unique spots have something for everyone.
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Travel & LeisureYour Guide to Exploring Tokyo on Foot If You're Itching for an Adventure
By all accounts, it's the perfect time to travel to Tokyo.
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Travel & LeisureStay of the Week: Movenpick Hotel Melbourne
This is one of the city's most luxurious places to stay — with superb dining options, spacious rooms and a daily chocolate hour in the lobby.
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Travel & LeisureStay of the Week: Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
All of Wollongong is at your fingertips when you stay at this relaxing beachside hotel.
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Travel & LeisureSeven New Zealand Holiday Homes That Come With Private Beach Access
From exclusive campgrounds to secluded cabins in the winterless north, here's where you can stretch out on your own private beach this summer.