• News

    The Most-Secluded Retreats You Can Book in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland

    Here, you'll find cosy couples' cabins, treehouse hideaways and stunning rural retreats.

  • News

    From Hiking Trails to Biking Paths, Here's How to See Another Side of Singapore for Free

    Immersing yourself in Singapore's natural beauty won't cost you a thing.

  • News

    Ten of the Best Airbnb Stays You Can Book Around Australia

    For your next getaway around Australia, spend a weekend in a cabin floating on the ocean, a bubble in the mountains or a 100-year-old castle.

  • News

    Coming Soon: Mondrian Is Opening Its First Australian Hotel in Burleigh Heads on the Gold Coast in 2025

    This Los Angeles-born chain's debut Aussie site will feature 208 hotel rooms — plus pools, restaurants, and both beach and hinterland views.

  • 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

    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 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 Mudgee

    Hop between cellar doors, then sleep among the vines.

  • News

    A Weekender's Guide to Patonga, Pearl Beach and Killcare

    Feast on oysters, sip locally made gin and stay in luxury accommodation on the Central Coast.

  • 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 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.

  • 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

    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.

  • News

    Stay of the Week: Wallaringa Farm

    Wallaringa Farm is the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort, nestled on 750 acres of cattle farm in the heart of the Hunter Valley.

Travel

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  • Travel & Leisure

    Virgin Has Dropped a Hefty Flight Sale with 500,000 Domestic and International Fares Starting From $55

    New year, new excuse to book cheap flights to Tokyo, Fiji, Bali, Vanuatu and more.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Ocean-Fresh Oysters, Wine and Getting Ade(laid)e: Five Romantic Reasons to Visit the City of Churches

    Just some of the reasons this city is desirable for those seeking a loved-up holiday.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Virgin Australia Is Slinging Valentine's Day Flights to Adelaide from $89 for All You Last-Minute Lovers

    Now's the time to swap your staycay with SA — wineries, beaches and stand-out dining await.

  • Travel & Leisure

    South 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.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Stay 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.

  • Travel & Leisure

    New Aussie Airline Bonza Will Start Flying at the End of January — and Fares Are on Sale Now From $49

    The low-cost carrier will hit the air from January 31, with fares to the Whitsunday Coast, Cairns, Townsville, Coffs Harbour and more available.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A 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.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Rydges 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.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Stay 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.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Kangaroo Island and Uluru Are Two of the Best Places to Visit in 2023 According to 'The New York Times'

    One was recognised for its "incredible wildlife, breathtaking ocean views, and its status as an ecological haven" — and the other being "the shape-shifting sandstone heart of a continent and its Indigenous heritage".

  • Travel & Leisure

    You 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.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Stay of the Week: Anchorage Port Stephens

    This Hamptons-style waterfront spot is one of the best places to stay in Nelson Bay.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The 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.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Australia Zoo Has Expanded Its Overnight Stays Among the Animals with New One-Bedroom Cabins

    Fancy a sleepover at the Irwin family's zoo? You've now got more options — and three-bedroom cabins are also on their way.

  • Travel & Leisure

    New Low-Cost Australian Airline Bonza Is Finally Set to Take to the Skies in 2023

    The new carrier has just received regulatory approval, and will fly 27 routes to 17 destinations.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Your 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.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Stay 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.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Stay of the Week: KU Villas

    Luxury island living — without the steep price tag.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Stay of the Week: Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

    All of Wollongong is at your fingertips when you stay at this relaxing beachside hotel.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Virgin's Boxing Day Sale Is Slinging 800,000 Domestic and International Flights with Prices From $55

    Give yourself cheap flights to Tokyo, Bali and Vanuatu as a post-Christmas gift.

  • Stay of the Week: Lomani Island Resort

    Find this adults-only resort on a sleepy Fiji island surrounded by palm trees, long sandy beaches and clear blue waters.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Stay of the Week: The Henry Jones Art Hotel

    Australia's first ever dedicated art hotel continues to build upon its credentials as one of Hobart's top stays.

  • Travel & Leisure

    This Otago High-Country Sheep Farm Has Just Made Condé Nast's Gold List of the World's Best Accommodation

    A far cry from the list's usual five-star hotels, this sheep-and-cattle station offers four accommodation options in the middle of a working farm.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Forget the Springtime Cherry Blossoms, Here Are Seven Reasons to Visit Japan in Winter

    Head to the Japanese Alps for skiing and snowboarding, bathe in natural onsens and stay in some magical mountain villages.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Best Skiing and Snowboarding Destinations in Japan For Pros and Rookies Alike

    Get the most out of Japan's famous winter sports regions, both on and off the slopes.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Woodfordia Is Now Home to 20 Permanent Glamping Tents — and They'll Eventually Be Available Year-Round

    Glamping has arrived at the Woodford Folk Festival site's 500-acre parkland, complete with fixed ensuites and kitchens in each tent.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Stay of the Week: The Lindis Pods

    Get closer to New Zealand's epic landscapes without losing any of your creature comforts.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Dandenong Ranges is Poised to Get a New Luxury Resort Set Within a Heritage-Listed Mansion

    The Great Gatsby-esque estate will bring a new dose of luxury to The Dandenongs.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Coming Soon: The Ritz-Carlton Is Opening a Luxe 80-Storey Hotel in Melbourne's CBD

    On track to open in March 2023, the towering hotel will boast a sky-high pool, 257 rooms, and a culinary offering led by Michael Greenlaw and Mark Best.

  • Travel & Leisure

    One Airbnb to Rule Them All: Hobbiton Is Opening for Overnight Stays for the First Time Ever

    Calling all 'Lord of the Rings' fans: you'll be able to slumber like you're in Middle-earth, then tuck into second breakfast and elevenses, at this most precious of Airbnb listings.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Jetstar's Latest Huge Sale Is Slinging $39 Domestic Flights and $175 International Fares

    Score discounted flights to Japan, Hawaii, Thailand, Bali and more — because the airline knows you're already thinking about your post-Christmas vacation.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Stay of the Week: Beachfront Pavilions at Intercontinental Hayman Island Resort

    Your own patch paradise awaits you at these adults-only accommodations, located on the shores of a private Whitsundays island.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Kingston

    East Hotel

    A buzzy, warm contemporary boutique hotel in one of Canberra's best locations where go-to landmarks are just a leisurely stroll away.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Best Adults-Only Hotels and Resorts in The Whitsundays

    Kids can be cute — but sometimes we need a holiday without the little ones running around.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Fiji's Best Islands to Hit up Next Time You're Seeking a Tropical Getaway

    From private islands turned into luxury resorts to hidden archipelagos surrounded by coral reefs teeming with turtles and tropical fish.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Queenstown's Carlin Hotel Just Took Out Top Honours at the World Boutique Hotel Awards

    After only opening its doors seven months ago, the new "beyond five-star" hotel took out the top gong.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Stay of the Week: Sanctuary by Sirromet

    Drink plenty of good wine, get back in touch with nature, and then drink even more wine at this gorgeous glamping site in South East Queensland.

  • Travel & Leisure

    You Can Score $89 Flights to the Northern Territory Right Now (and Up to 25-Percent Off Holiday Experiences)

    Book yourself a discounted getaway to the Top End or Red Centre as part of this year's Black Friday deals.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Jetstar's Black Friday Sale Has Landed with Domestic Flights Starting From $39

    You've got four days to book in a bargain getaway, with discounted fares on offer to Cairns, Byron Bay, Hobart, Queenstown and more.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Virgin Is Doing a Black Friday Sale on 500,000 Domestic and International Flights with Prices From $55

    Celebrate Black Friday with cheap flights to Bali, Fiji, Samoa, Vanuatu and Queenstown.

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