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Get Concrete Playground's take on the latest travel news, events, places and trips
  • Travel & Leisure

    The Calile in Brisbane Was Just Named Oceania and Australia's Top Spot at the World's Best 50 Hotels 

    Coming in 12th on the World's Best's first-ever hotels list, the Sunshine State drawcard is the only Australian venue to make the cut.

  • Travel & Leisure

    House of Sunny Has Turned Its Latest Collection Into a One-Night-Only Airbnb That You Can Stay in for Free

    If you're in the UK for London Fashion Week, you can slumber inside the fashion label's Hackney showroom.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Journey to Japan

    Think you know Japan? Think again.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Off the Beaten Track: A Guide to Boutique Experiences in Japan's Regional Areas

    Experience something out of the ordinary in these regional Japanese towns.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Night Moves: An After-Hours Guide to Japan's Nightlife

    Embark on a nocturnal adventure that unveils the heart and soul of this captivating country.

  • Travel & Leisure

    From Sakura to Momiji: A Seasonal Guide to Exploring Japan

    There’s something different to experience across every season in Japan.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Refined Experiences for Your Next Stay in Japan

    World-class hospitality, meticulous attention to detail, exquisite cuisine and cultivated design come together in Japan.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Let's Texas

    You're about to discover why Texas should be your next US holiday destination.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Guide to Eating Your Way Through Japan's Regional Specialties

    We can guarantee you’ve never heard of at least one of these dishes.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Touring the Lone Star: A Travel Pro's Tips for a Texas Bucket List

    "Part of my heart now lies in the Lone Star State."

  • Travel & Leisure

    Grab Your Suitcase: Australia's Newest Airline Bonza Is Doing 20-Percent Off Flights for Five Days

    The low-cost carrier is dropping its fares on all 18 destinations and 34 routes, with flights starting from $39.20.

  • Travel & Leisure

    You Can Holiday in Olympic BMX Gold Medalist Logan Martin's Gold Coast Home for Just $16 a Night

    Fancy a long-weekend getaway with a backyard skatepark and putting green? Airbnb's latest one-off stay is offering exactly that — and for cheap.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Sierra Escape Has Just Added a Stunning Tiny House to Its Suite of Luxe Mudgee Accommodation

    Get off the grid in style at this country NSW getaway, complete with an outdoor tub, fireplace and stellar views.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Virgin Just Dropped a Week-Long Sale with 300,000 Flights to and From Queensland From $49

    Spend spring, summer or autumn in the Sunshine State — or, Queenslanders, book cheap flights to head around the rest of the country.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Virgin Has Launched Bag Tracking to Help Fix One of the Most Annoying Things About Air Travel

    The airline has been piloting the luggage-tracking tool since May, and has now rolled it out on almost 70-percent of domestic flights.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Tastes of the Lone Star State: How to Plan A Wine-Fuelled Trip Across Texas

    The Lone Star State has been developing a standout wine scene in secret for far too long.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Where the West Begins: How to Tour the Texas Metropolises of Dallas and Fort Worth

    The international airport hub of Dallas–Fort Worth makes this the ideal starting point for any Texas adventure.

  • Travel & Leisure

    From SXSW to the Best Texan Barbecue: An Essential Guide to Austin

    The Texas state capital boasts standout sights, legendary flavours and a world-class live music scene.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Heart of Texas History: An Essential Visitor's Guide to San Antonio

    The Alamo City is home to significant historical sites and one of the most photogenic rivers you'll ever see.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Explore Coast to Coast on Heritage-Listed K'gari

    Go from glittering waters to lush rainforests on this idyllic Queensland island, which boasts an array of adventures for the whole family.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Dog-Friendly Places to Stop on a Perth to Esperance Road Trip With Your Best Furry Friend

    See why the West really is best with this breathtakingly paw-fect itinerary.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Dog-Friendly Places to Stop on a Sydney to Brisbane Road Trip With Your Best Furry Friend

    Em-bark on one of the country's most popular — and stunning — road trips.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Virgin's Latest Flight Sale Is Here with 500,000 Discounted Domestic and International Fares From $49

    That next Tokyo, Bali, Hamilton Island or Hobart holiday just got cheaper.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Greener Getaways: Five Ways to Have an Eco-Conscious Long Weekend in Port Douglas

    If you're looking to put nature at the forefront of your next long weekend, there are plenty of ways to travel mindfully and sustainably across Port Douglas.

  • Arts & Entertainment
    Brisbane

    Brisbane Music Trail

    It’s non-stop tunes in Brisbane throughout September as three music festivals descend on the city.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis Are the Latest Celebrities Renting Out Their Guesthouse on Airbnb

    The one catch: you'll need to be in Santa Barbara this weekend, on Saturday, August 19, to enjoy this free stay.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Score up to 40% Off Your Stay at Crystalbrook Collection Hotels and Resorts

    Travel with a lighter footprint with Crystalbrook Collection and this exclusive sale.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Remote Islands, National Parks and Regional Towns: Here Are 20 of the Best Places to Visit in Australia in 2023

    Make this the year you explore more of Australia's outstanding natural and cultural offerings.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Tokyo's Stunning TeamLab Borderless Digital Art Gallery Will Reopen in a New Location in Early 2024

    Add this spectacular experience back to your Japan itineraries — it'll feature both new and evolved artworks.

  • Travel & Leisure

    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 & Leisure

    The Gold Coast's Palazzo Versace Has Been Reborn as the Imperial Hotel and Is Set for a Refurb

    The 200-bed Main Beach spot will leave its exterior unchanged and keep its antique chandelier, but give its rooms a makeover.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Gwyneth Paltrow Is Renting Out Her Montecito Guesthouse for Free on Airbnb for a Full Goop-Style Getaway

    Score this one-night-only stay and the actor-turned-lifestyle brand founder will even be there to greet you.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Great Ocean Road's Greatest Hits: A Four Day Itinerary

    Great Ocean Road is famous for the 12 Apostles and iconic rugged coastline - but there's a whole lot more to this stunning stretch of Victoria.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Score a Luxury Two-Night Stay for You and a Mate to Cairns with Flights, Welcome Drinks and More Included

    Itching for a getaway to a tropical paradise? This could be the perfect luxury escape for you and a mate (or a date!).

  • Travel & Leisure

    ADGE Is the Bright New Sydney Hotel with an Acclaimed Korean Deli in Its Lobby

    This staycation haven is all about bold colours and big flavours.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Hotel Marvell Is Byron Bay's First-Ever Five-Star Hotel — and Boasts the Town's First Rooftop Bar and Pool

    Levelling up Byron trips, this new hotel opens on August 1 with 24 rooms and suites, plus onsite restaurant Bonito.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Our Guide to the Best Glamping Sites Around Australia

    Stay in luxury tents scattered among remote deserts, lush rainforests and tropical islands.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Virgin Has Dropped Another Big Flight Sale with 500,000 Discounted Domestic and International Fares

    It's time to make Fiji, Bali and Queenstown holiday plans — or pick up a flight within Australia with prices from $49.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Best Glamping Sites in New Zealand for 2023

    Choose from seaside glamping spots, campsites in the mountains and tents scattered about countryside farms full of roaming sheep.

  • Travel & Leisure

    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.

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