Where to Eat, Play and Stay in New Zealand's Top Three Ski Regions

Because when you're on holiday in one of Aotearoa's stunning ski regions, how you spend your time off the slopes is almost as important as your time on them. Almost.

You Can Now Ride Around the CBD, Bondi and Coogee On Neuron Mobility's Orange-Hued E-Bikes

Making its first move into New South Wales, the Singapore-based company has rolled out 250 electric bikes across the Sydney CBD, Waverley and Randwick.

Australia Will Soon Be Home to a Challenge Room Hotel That You Can Play (and Drink) Your Way Through

Taking design cues from 'The Grand Budapest Hotel' and Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory, this 15-room site in Sydney will get you playing 'Twister' and hanging out in the 'Titanic' room.

Do Look Up: The Impressive Lyrids Meteor Shower Is Soaring Through the Skies This Month

Head away from the city lights — or even out to your backyard or balcony — and peer at the sky.

Regional Victoria Is Officially Hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games

The MCG will host the opening ceremony — then four regional hubs will be set up in Geelong, Bendigo, Ballarat and Gippsland, each with their own athletes’ village and sport program.

Taronga Zoo Is Now Home to the World's Largest Bronze Gorilla Statue

Created by public artists Gillie and Marc Schattner, 'King Nyani' measures 30-foot-long — and Sydney is one of just three cities in the world to boast the giant gorilla statue.

Ten Epic New Zealand Beaches You Need to Visit at Least Once in Your Life

Whether you're keen to brave an icy winter dip or you're already dreaming of next summer, it's time to start planning your next trip across the ditch.

Ten Must-Visit New Zealand Places to Plan Your 2022 Travel Adventures Around

Forget long-haul flights and lengthy stopovers — with New Zealand's borders reopening this month, you can enjoy these idyllic islands, gorgeous beaches and scenic regions just across the ditch.

Take Out the Title of Most Popular Babysitter with These Kid-Pleasing School Holiday Capers

Finding first-rate activities to keep kids busy and full of beans is child's play.

Melbourne Japanese Eatery Uminono Is Taking Sushi Lovers on a Luxe Guided Food Tour of Tokyo

Spend five nights in Japan eating your way through Tokyo's finest — and usually impossible-to-book — sushi restaurants.

We're Giving Away $1000 to Spend on Your Ultimate Long Weekend

A chocolate-filled weekend away on us? You betcha.

New Zealand Ski Fields Are Preparing to Open for the 2022 Season

Resorts across Aotearoa are starting to roll out plans for this year's ski season, which is set to be one of the biggest yet as the country finally welcomes back Australian tourists. 

The Waldorf Astoria Is Opening Its First-Ever Australian Hotel in Sydney in 2025

As well as 220 rooms, the 28-floor luxury hotel at Circular Quay will feature two restaurants and a rooftop bar with views of the harbour.

Seven Weekend Activities to Try If You Want to Shake Up Your Usual Routine

Stuck doing the same old? Add some flavour to your schedule with these fun activity swaps.

Bridge Jumps, Dive Sites and Brilliant Food: Seven Reasons to Take Your Crew To Brunswick Heads

Just 15 minutes' drive north of Byron Bay, this idyllic town might be the Northern Rivers' best kept secret.

You Can Now Enjoy a Luxe Houseboat Getaway on This Three-Storey 'Flotel' on the Gold Coast

Anchored for your entire stay — compete with national park views — this 12-metre-long floating hotel can sleep six.

Into the Wild: Go off the Beaten Path at These Fascinating Regional Destinations

Get out of town — literally — and do your weekend differently.

Sydney Commuters Will Receive 12 Days of Free Travel on Public Transport Across the Easter Break

You'll be able to hop on a train, bus, light rail, Metro and ferry for free between 4am on Thursday, April 14 and 3.59am on Tuesday, April 26.

Virgin Is Doing a Big Domestic and International Sale with 1.5 Million Flights Up for Grabs From $45

If you're keen to travel around Australia for cheap — or head to Fiji, Bali or Queenstown — then you've got just over a week to get booking.

Pre-Departure Tests Will No Longer Be Required to Enter Australia From Overseas From April 17

International holidays are about to get easier — anyone heading to Australia won't need to get tested for COVID-19 before hopping on a plane.

Six Reasons to Escape to Montville, Queensland, for Your Next Outdoor Adventure

Spend a weekend leaping into waterfalls and sleeping under a blanket of stars in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland.

Win a Five-Night Stay in a Luxury Brisbane Penthouse and $5000 Spending Money

Spend five nights in the penthouse suite of Kokoda's new Brisbane property with your own private chef, plus $5000 for a shopping spree.

Bali Has Reopened to Australian and NZ Tourists Without Quarantine If You're Dreaming of a Holiday

Since early March, Bali has implemented a Visa on Arrival program for double-vaccinated visitors — with COVID-19 tests required before departing, and upon arrival at the airport.

A Virtual Worldwide Easter Egg Hunt Is Taking Place on Google Maps Right Now

Back for a second year, this online hunt lets you hide virtual eggs, then provide clues to help your friends and family find them.

Eight Immersive Cultural Experiences You Can Have in Upstate New York

A historical castle, modern design haven and a museum devoted to Lucille Ball — that's just a taste of what culture vultures can discover beyond New York City.

Your Second Summer

Maniax Is Opening Its Biggest Viking-Themed Axe-Throwing Joint Yet in Marrickville Next Month

The group's second Sydney outpost will cater to 350 axe-throwing punters, and also feature a bar with a chalet-style fireplace.

Welcome to Lexton, Victoria, Where You'll Find Wine Country and Australia's Biggest Bush Doof

This tiny town in Victoria's Pyrenees region punches well above its weight when it comes to outdoor experiences.

Ten Incredible Australian Islands for When You Want to Get Off the Mainland

You don't need to travel to Bali or Thailand to have an island holiday — these adventurous and relaxing spots are just off the coast of Australia.

Inner South Day and Night Guide

Canberra's inner south is known for its prestige, and is teeming with young professionals and families. It's a hub of trendy restaurants and bars, lively cafes, lush gardens and prominent tourist sites.

Inner North Day and Night Guide

It's no surprise Canberra's inner north has become a popular area for both locals and visitors to spend time. Not only does it boast a thriving arts and culture scene but it also has top-notch food and drink options at every turn.

Double-Vaccinated Australians Will Be Able to Holiday in New Zealand From Mid-April

Keen on a trip across the ditch? NZ is reopening its borders to double-vaccinated tourists, without isolation, from next month.

A Retro Rollerskating Festival with DJs, Derbies and Rollerfit Classes Is Coming to Darling Harbour

For a month from late-March, Darling Harbour will be home to a pop-up roller rink — and a heap of skating sessions.

You and Your Mates Can Rent This Entire Brisbane Hotel for a Vodka-Fuelled Stay for a Cool $49,999

Grey Goose is taking over Spring Hill's The Inchcolm by Ovolo — and if you're feeling flush, you and at least 39 of your besties can stay and sip there.

A Second Super Nintendo Theme Park Will Open in 2023 So You Can Play 'Mario Kart' IRL in Hollywood

You'll soon have two Nintendo-themed amusement parks to visit, with the new addition to Universal Studios Hollywood joining its sibling site in Osaka.

Five Things to See and Do in the Murray Border Town of Tocumwal

Stroll through an ancient forest or while away an afternoon on an inland beach in this fascinating Murray border town.

Seven Reasons Cunnamulla Is the Ideal Spot for a Quintessential Outback Adventure

In this pocket of southwest Queensland, you can work at an outback station and go for river swims.

The Town with No Street Names: Why You Should Take a Trip to Lightning Ridge, NSW

Join a dinosaur dig, fossick for opals or take a selfie with an 18-metre-tall emu made from car bonnets in this fascinating outback town.

Six Things to Eat, See and Do in the Blue Mountains This Autumn

Need to escape the city? Celebrate the changing of the seasons at a four-week-long event taking over the Blue Mountains this month.

We're Giving Away an Eco-Conscious Trip to Tropical North Queensland for You and a Mate (or Date)

A tropical holiday that gives back — on us.

Green Playground

Tropical North Queensland is the destination that should be perched at the top of your responsible travel hit list.

Here's What Makes Tropical North Queensland the Ideal Destination For Eco-Conscious Travellers

It turns out that it's quite easy being green.