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The Shoalhaven Gourmet Getaway
Embark on an all-inclusive tour across the Shoalhaven for a long weekend filled with food, wine and culture.
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EventThe Shoalhaven Gourmet Getaway
Friday, May 31 - Monday, June 3, 2024
Shoalhaven
Embark on an all-inclusive tour across the Shoalhaven for a long weekend filled with food, wine and culture.
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NewsSave Your Annual Leave: Plan a Remote Work Escape to Port Macquarie Instead
This buzzing city on NSW's mid-north coast is the perfect place to get away without using a minute of precious holiday time.
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GuideDazzle All Five of Your Senses with These Unmissable Outdoor Events
Whether you're looking to take part in a challenge or explore regional NSW, we have the perfect outdoor festivals for you.
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NewsNow Open: Kirra Point Holiday Apartments Is Your Sleek New Gold Coast Place to Stay with Stunning Beach Views
This coastal precinct has already scored a pub, and an oceanfront dining and drinking spot with cabanas — and now it boasts accommodation, too.
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From helicopter wine tours to luxury hotel stays, there are plenty of ways to live the high life in Brisbane.
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Head north for an eco-friendly escape that doesn't skimp on luxury.
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NewsA Weekender's Guide to Port Stephens
Slurp local oysters, ride through the dunes and unearth 'Mad Max' sets on the coast.
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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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GuideThe 13 Best Hotels In Melbourne
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 and pillow menus await.
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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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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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HotelKimpton Margot Sydney
339 Pitt Street, Sydney
Heritage-listed art deco features are paired with contemporary Aussie style, an in-house restaurant from Luke Mangan and a rooftop pool at this luxury Sydney hotel.
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HotelMotel Molly
2 Shepherd Street, Mollymook
Treat yourself to some coastal R&R at this boutique hotel situated only three hours from Sydney.
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Travel
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Travel & LeisureSave Your Annual Leave: Plan a Remote Work Escape to Port Macquarie Instead
This buzzing city on NSW's mid-north coast is the perfect place to get away without using a minute of precious holiday time.
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Travel & LeisureDazzle All Five of Your Senses with These Unmissable Outdoor Events
Whether you're looking to take part in a challenge or explore regional NSW, we have the perfect outdoor festivals for you.
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Travel & LeisureNow Open: Kirra Point Holiday Apartments Is Your Sleek New Gold Coast Place to Stay with Stunning Beach Views
This coastal precinct has already scored a pub, and an oceanfront dining and drinking spot with cabanas — and now it boasts accommodation, too.
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Travel & LeisureA Beginner's Guide to the Greek Islands
Salty swims in turquoise waters, halloumi cooked to perfection (no squeaks here, thanks) and seemingly eternal sunshine? Welcome to your next Greek Island holiday.
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Travel & LeisureSun, Sea and Sand Adventures: Three Must-Do Adventures in Beautiful Los Cabos
Make your trip to Mexico truly memorable and swap the Cancun craziness for the slower, more luxurious destination on the sparkling Pacific.
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Travel & LeisureAcclaimed Spanish Restaurant-Turned-Museum El Bulli Is Becoming an Airbnb for One Night Only
Famous chef Ferran Adrià is opening up the unique spot with Mediterranean sea views for two people, and for free — but you do have to make your own way there.
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Travel & LeisureCalifornia Dreamin': What Makes Mammoth Mountain an Epic Snow Destination
For keen snowboarders and skiers, California is emerging as one of North America's top destinations — and Mammoth's got a lot to do with that.
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Travel & LeisureSki Cali: A Guide to PalisadesTahoe Resort
For the passionate snowboarder and skier, PalisadesTahoe is a criminally underrated resort to add to your hit list.
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Travel & LeisureSix Reasons to Eat, Stay and Play West Hollywood
For celeb sightings, old school glam and historic hotels, this part of Los Angeles might just be the best neighbourhood you can stay.
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Travel & Leisure
Dreaming of Snow: Tales From Two Ikonic Californian Peaks
For the passionate snowboarder and skier, California is emerging as one of North America's hottest (coldest) destinations. Read on to discover why.
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Travel & LeisureA Luxury Lover's Guide to the Food and Fashion of Beverly Hills
Affluence, influencers and the longest of lunches — where to go and what to do if this is your first Rodeo (Drive).
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Travel & LeisureTots in Tokyo: How to Navigate the Japanese Capital with the Whole Family
The Japanese capital is a fantastic travel destination, but there are some things to consider when travelling with the fam.
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Travel & LeisureWin a Full Month-Long Stay at a Stunning Elements of Byron Villa in Byron Bay
Enter for the chance to win a wildly covetable prize: a month-long stay in one of Byron Bay's finest resorts.
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Travel & LeisurePaddingtonMrs Banks Hotel
A heritage bank turned central Paddington stay, there's no better base to explore the heart of Sydney.
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Food & DrinkDining After Dark: A Local Foodie Takes Us on Tour of Hong Kong's Best Late-Night Eats
Undertake a night-time epicurean escapade with recommendations from a Hong Kong local food writer.
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Travel & LeisureGood Value Weekends
Whether you're coastal camping, checking in to a new locale or heading into the bush over the long weekend, here's your guide to getting the most out of every single moment.
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Travel & LeisureYou Might Soon Be Able to Take Your Dog or Cat Onboard with You While Flying Domestically with Virgin
If the carrier gets regulatory approval, it'll become the first Australian airline to allow pets in the cabin.
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Travel & LeisurePitch Up: Our Readers Share (Even More of) Their Favourite Camping Spots Across Australia
Discover the epic new campground for your next big adventure.
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Travel & LeisureLame But Legendary Attractions to Visit on Your Next Road Trip, According to Our Readers
How many big things do you reckon you could check off?
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Travel & LeisurePalm Cove in North Queensland Has Been Named the Best Beach in the World by Condé Nast 'Traveller'
Five other Australian beaches and one coastal New Zealand spot also made the cut on the full list of 34 spots, with half of the top ten hailing from Down Under.
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Travel & LeisureLoo With a View: Our Readers' Recommendations of the Most Epic Holiday Spots to Get Some Peace and Privacy
Relax and enjoy some scenic relief this long weekend.
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Travel & LeisureFood-Fuelled Drives: Regional Spots to Pick Up a Picnic for Your Weekend Adventure As Chosen by Our Readers
Fuel your adventures with pastries and pies from these local legends — washed down with a drinks at your campsite from The Bottle-O.
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Travel & LeisureHidden Hikes: Australia's Best Underrated Off-Road Treks As Suggested by You
Nothing is better than an ice-cold beer at your campsite after a long day trekking in the bush.
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Travel & LeisureByron Bay28 Degrees Byron Bay
A stunning, carefully curated retreat right in the heart of Byron Bay.
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Travel & LeisureQantas' Latest Week-Long Sale Includes Flights on 34-Plus Domestic Routes for Under $150
There's more than a million sale fares on offer, which is all the reason you need to plan an autumn, winter or spring holiday.
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Travel & LeisureAyrburn Is the Dreamy New Drinking and Dining Destination That's Opened Near Queenstown
Queenstown isn't just a winter destination — and this dining precinct is here to prove that with six stunning venues (and more to come).
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Travel & LeisureVirgin Is Celebrating Leap Day with a 24-Hour-Only Sale on 200,000-Plus Flights with Fares From $35
You've only got until 11.59pm AEST on Thursday, February 29 to score cheap flights to Byron Bay, Launceston, Hamilton Island, Bali, Fiji and more.
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Travel & LeisureFall in Love with Your City Again: A Sydneysider's Staycation Guide to the Harbour City
Don't leave the city exploration up to the tourists.
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Travel & LeisureSydneyNovotel Sydney City Centre
Ideally located right next to Wynyard Station and steps away from Barangaroo — a perfect base for a Sydney adventure.
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Travel & LeisureZensi Is the New Luxury Accom and Wellness Retreat That's Opened in the Mudgee Wine Region
This absolutely stunning property in regional NSW is facilitating wine-fuelled group weekends away — and hosts all-inclusive wellness retreats.
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Travel & LeisureSydney's Manly Beach Has Been Named the Seventh Best Beach in the World for 2024
Tripadvisor's yearly picks also include seven Australian locations and one from NZ on its list of the South Pacific's best beaches.
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Travel & LeisureWhat an Airbnb Guest Wants: Christina Aguilera Is Hosting a Luxe Two-Night Las Vegas Stay
Ain't no better way to enjoy a trip to Nevada — the pop icon will chat with guests over drinks, then you'll get a burlesque lesson and see her Vegas show.
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Travel & LeisureFiji Happiness Handbook
Find your happiness on this 333-island archipelago in the South Pacific.
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Travel & LeisureHayman IslandReignite Your Passion in Paradise with This Romantic Getaway Offer to Hayman Island
Fall in love all over again in paradise with this limited time offer at the stunning InterContinental Hayman Resort.
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Travel & LeisureTravel Essentials: Your Passport to Packing Perfection No Matter Your Holiday Plans
Your guide to the travel essentials that you will undoubtedly forget to pack.
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Travel & LeisureHong Kong: The Unmissable City
It's not in many global cities that you can walk to the top of a mountain at sunrise, be back in the heart of the city for lunch and dance the night away at legendary night clubs.
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Travel & LeisureYour Essential Guide to Hobart
Make the most of your trip to Hobart, Tassie’s increasingly popular capital city where superb dining and rugged natural beauty meet.
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Travel & LeisureQantas Is Doing a Big 72-Hour Sale on Domestic Flights with 500,000-Plus Fares on Offer
Until Monday, you can also score cheap fares to New Zealand starting at $499 return.
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Travel & LeisureVirgin's New Week-Long Sale Is Slinging 300,000 Flights to and From Queensland From $69
Sunshine State flight specials include fares to Cairns, The Whitsundays, Hamilton Island, the Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast.