The Ten Most Impressive Designer Hotels to Open in Australia in 2018

From boutique 'experience' accommodation above a Surry Hills cafe to a huge new luxury complex on Brisbane River and a hotel that lets you choose your own room.

This New Finnish Taxi Service Will Only Accept Payment By Singing

Forget cash or cards — this shuttle lets you croon tunes to get around town.

The Longest Lunar Eclipse of the Century Will Be Visible in Australia This Month

It'll span 103 minutes — and there won't be another one this long until the 2100s.

Five Backcountry Adventures to Take in Thredbo This Winter

Leave tried-and-tested runs behind and venture into unknown territory.

Australian Ski Fields Enjoyed Record-Breaking Snow Falls Over the Weekend

Perisher, Buller, Thredbo and Hotham scored impressive amounts of fresh snow, just two weeks into the 2018 ski season.

The Ten Best Ski Resorts in Australia

From mighty five-kilometre trails to sweet little spots for beginners, Australia doesn't fare too poorly on the snow front.

Sydney Is Set to Shiver Through Its Coldest Day of the Year

The maximum temperature isn't expected to exceed 14 degrees on Sunday — and snow is forecast for the state's ski resorts.

W Hotel Is Returning to Sydney as Part of a Luxury Darling Harbour Development

The development, set to open in 2020, will house an IMAX theatre and an infinity pool with views across the city.

The NSW Government Is Dropping $50 Million on the State's Scenic Walking Tracks

Including upgrades to the Sydney Harbour Scenic Walk and the Royal National Park, complete with public barbecues and picnic areas.

A Weekender's Guide to Brisbane on a Shoestring

Where to eat, drink, sleep and play on a dime in Queensland's capital.

A Guide to Winter in Thredbo

Make the most of winter in Thredbo — carve the slopes up by day and let your party animal out by night.

Five Late-Night Activities to Head to After Dinner This Winter

Resist the urge to crawl home to bed and head out to one of these.

US Fitness Favourite Barry's Bootcamp Is Coming to Australia

The Los Angeles-founded workout studio will open three venues in Sydney this year, then set up shop in Melbourne in early 2019.

Brisbane's New W Hotel Is the CBD's Ultra-Luxurious Riverside Haven

It has ten-gallon baths, in-suite cocktail stations and an in-house Three Blue Ducks restaurant.

NSW Ski Resort Thredbo Has Flat-Out Banned Tobogganing

Guests can no longer slide around on a toboggan anywhere on the property.

Five Ways to Pass the Time at Brisbane Airport

Avoid any layover blues or impatient pre-flight foot tapping.

In Season: Winter

Huskies and Helicopters: A Non-Skier's Guide to Adventuring in Victoria's Alpine Villages

A Guide to Winter Feasting in Ballarat's Foodie Scene

Discover Victoria's most lively food scene outside of Melbourne.

Why Bendigo Is the Ultimate Arts and Culture Escape This Winter

Their trams have crochet blankets, for one thing.

All the Best Daylesford Indulgences That Are Just Made for Winter

The one spot in Victoria that can really soothe your winter-weary bones.

This Luggage Range Lets You Travel With Your Own Office, Bed and Even a Kitchen

For those keen on taking a piece of home away with them, or close enough to it.

You'll Be Able to Indulge Your Love of Star Wars at a Theme Park From 2019

Visitors will be able wander around a remote outpost of the galaxy, drink blue milk at a cantina, hop onto a star destroyer, and — most importantly — fly the Millennium Falcon.

A Look Inside The Collectionist, the New Sydney Hotel Letting Guests Pick Their Own Designer Rooms

Each of The Collectionist's 39 suites has its own unique look — and instead of being allocated one, you can take your pick.

An Out-of-Towner's Guide to Sydney During Vivid

What to eat, drink, see and do during the festival of light, music and ideas.

Something to Do Every Day in Sydney This Week

From after-hours art, to weird and wonderful brews, to clearing out your wardrobe to help folks in need.

Five Summer-Themed Sydney Activities You Can Enjoy All Year Round

The warm weather may have disappeared, but the fun doesn’t have to.

Melbourne's Etihad Stadium Is Going to Be Renamed Marvel Stadium

The stadium — which sees many an AFL blockbuster — will be given a new moniker as part of an eight-year partnership with The Walt Disney Company Australia.

We're Giving Away an Activity-Filled Trip for Two to Sri Lanka

Tick Sri Lanka off your bucket list.

Five Places to Visit When You Want to Keep the Summer Dream Alive

Chase summer around the country.

Offbeat Adventures to Take You Around the World

This glorious world of ours is filled with adventures waiting to be taken. Venture into rainforests, hike over glaciers and camp by candlelight. If it's true that travel is the only thing that you buy that makes you richer, then these experiences are worth their weight in gold.

Melbourne's Westgate Park Lake Has Turned a Candy-Coloured Pink Again

A natural phenomenon sees the inner city lake turn pink due to an excess amount of beta carotene.

This New Harry Potter Tour Lets You Dress Up in Authentic Hogwarts Robes

Londoners can pick their house colours and pop on a robe that featured in one of the movies.

Victoria Is Set to Score a Huge 50-Acre Nature Park Along the Great Ocean Road

We're Giving Away a Wine-Fuelled Trip to Tasmania

Enjoy the many boozy wonders of Tassie's northeast, then spend the night in a boutique solar-powered hotel.

Five Alternative Euro Trip Activities (Other Than a Free Walking Tour)

We promise, we're not in the business of dissing freebies — we just want to ensure you have an excellent time.

Five Must-Visit Non-Capital Cities to Explore This European Summer

Head off the overly beaten path and experience a more local Euro vibe.

An Intrepid Guide to Latin America

Whether you want to unplug and venture into the great outdoors, get a little sun-kissed on a deserted beach or take a city break in a metropolis where tradition collides with the contemporary, you’ll find it here.

An Intrepid Guide to Europe

Many travellers put Europe and its main tourist destinations on their itineraries, but there are so many lesser-travelled locations that deserve a top-ranking spot on your hit list. Here's where to start.

An Intrepid Guide to Asia

Asia is one of the most diverse regions in the world but many don't stray beyond a handful of buzzy tourist hot spots. Choose the path less travelled and dive head first into this melting pot of culture, customs and chaos.

An Intrepid Guide to Africa

Africa is often overlooked in favour of the well-worn tourist paths of Europe and Asia. But, if you’re the kind of traveller who prefers sightseeing away from the hordes, this is the place for you.

Mudgee's Luxe Hillside Glamping Retreat Has Expanded

Off the grid accommodation for those who don't want to go completely back to basics.