Travel & Leisure
JBL's Aussie Travel Competition
Let JBL cure your wanderlust with $5000 to go towards your next trip.
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NewsRest Up: Your Weekend Escape Just Got Extended For Free, with Mudgee Offering Visitors a Third Night on the House
Turns out the secret to a truly relaxing holiday isn't heading away more often — it's staying an extra night for free.
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FeatureThe Best Winter Weekend Getaways in Australia
Bypassing peak-season summer crowds has its perks. We have tracked down Australia’s premier cold-weather sanctuaries, packing in architectural eco-lodges, hyperlocal vineyard dining, and the best places to thaw out by a roaring open fire.
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FeatureDark Arts, Hedonism and Exploration: A Weekender's Guide to Visiting Hobart for Dark Mofo
Dark Mofo bathes Hobart in red light, fire and ritual every winter solstice. Here's where to stay, what to eat and how to do the long nights properly — from the Winter Feast to Night Mass.
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FeatureThe Best Unconventional Stays in Australia
From sleeping in former prison cells and bubbles under desert skies to floating villas, cliff-edge cabins and islands you can have entirely to yourself, these are Australia’s most unconventional stays.
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FeatureThe 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.
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FeatureChase the Feels: How to Plan a Memorable Trip in New South Wales
There's a reason we love travelling so much.
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FeatureYour Essential Guide to Memphis, Tennessee
Memphis is a veritable playground for music fans. It's not only the home of blues and soul music but also the birthplace of rock 'n' roll.
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FeatureNine Luxury Experiences in Tropical North Queensland That Are Also Environmentally Responsible
Head north for an eco-friendly escape that doesn't skimp on luxury.
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FeatureInto the Wild: Go off the Beaten Path at These Fascinating Regional Destinations
Get out of town — literally — and do your weekend differently.
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FeatureGreen Playground
Tropical North Queensland is the destination that should be perched at the top of your responsible travel hit list.
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FeatureTaste 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.
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FeatureA 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."
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FeatureA 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.
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NewsMeet 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.
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NewsA Weekender's Guide to Byron Bay
Where to stay, eat, drink and play around one of Australia's most-loved coastal towns.
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NewsGastronomy, Festivities and Frivolity: A Weekender's Guide to Adelaide During Mad March
Heading to Adelaide for Mad March? Here’s how to spend a weekend during Fringe and WOMADelaide — including where to stay, eat, drink, play and wander.
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NewsA Weekender's Guide to Kangaroo Island
The South Australian island's wineries, beaches, oyster farms and accommodation are as beautiful as ever.
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NewsA 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.
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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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GuideThe Ten Best Hotels in Brisbane
From resort-style pools and design-led suites to heritage stays and boutique hideaways, these hotels prove that a great stay in Brisbane can be as much about atmosphere as it is about location.
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NewsThe 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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NewsTen of the Most-Unique and Relaxing Stays You Can Book Around Auckland
From sprawling rainforest escapes to chic inner-city lofts, Auckland's Airbnb game is set to impress.
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GuideThe 16 Best Hotels In Melbourne for 2025
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, rooftop pools and pillow menus await.
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NewsThe Most-Beautiful Coastal Stays That You Can Book in Noosa
Beach sessions, rainforest treks and breezy holiday vibes await you on Queensland's Sunshine Coast.
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NewsTen Treehouses Around Australia You Can Book for an Immersive Nature Getaway
Book a stay deep in the Blue Mountains or a stone's throw away from the Great Barrier Reef.
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Travel & LeisureThese Three Refurbished Cottages in NSW's National Parks Are Now Available for Scenic Getaways
You can now spend a night in a historic abode on the mid north coast — or pick between two in Kosciuszko National Park.
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Travel & LeisureTourism Australia's New Multi-Sensory Videos Capture the Sights and Sounds of the Country's Most Stunning Spots
Embark on one of six colour-themed virtual escapes, visiting eye-catching destinations around the nation.
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Travel & LeisureAustralia's Travel Bubble with New Zealand Could Possibly Be in Place Before the End of the Year
The potential plan, which would let Australian and New Zealand residents travel between the two countries before they open up to other international visitors, has been a hot topic of conversation over the past few months.
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Travel & LeisureJetstar Is Selling $59 Flights from Sydney to Adelaide to Celebrate the Border Reopening
Godspeed.
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Travel & LeisureThe South Australian City of Whyalla Is Now Home to a Spectacular New LED-Lit Circular Jetty
Add it to your must-visit list — it spans 315 metres, and is the only jetty of its kind in the southern hemisphere.
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Travel & LeisureSouth Australia Is Opening Its Borders to NSW So Time to Book a Wine-Fuelled Holiday
Sydneysiders will be allowed into SA (without quarantining) from this Thursday.
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Travel & LeisurePipinui Point Is Wellington's New Luxury Clifftop Retreat
This secluded retreat comes with uninterrupted coastal views and an outdoor bathtub.
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Travel & LeisureVirgin Australia Has Scrapped Its Booking Change Fees Until January 2021
So you can make travel plans, but still amend them if circumstances change — without being slugged with a hefty charge.
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Travel & LeisureSeven of Australia's Eight States and Territories Hope to Reopen Their Borders By December
You might be able to put that Christmas leave to good use on a domestic holiday.
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Travel & LeisureWentworth FallsStargazing Tour with an Astrophysicist
Explore the night sky at this astronomical tour in the Blue Mountains.
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Travel & LeisureJapan's New 'Making of Harry Potter' Theme Park Will Open in 2023
It'll feature sets, costumes and props across a 30,000-square-metre space — and take around half a day to walk through.
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Travel & LeisureThe Sydney Harbour Bridge Is Currently Closed in Both Directions Because of a Serious Crash
Sydneysiders are advised to avoid the area and consider working from home, with no forecast for when all northbound and southbound lanes will reopen.
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Travel & LeisureHow to Explore the Stunning Orange Region When You Need a Break from the City
From fine, fine wine and buzzing bakeries to dramatic peaks and hot air balloon adventures, Orange is the perfect antidote to the daily grind.
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Travel & LeisureQueensland Is Unlikely to Reopen Its Borders to NSW and Victoria Until There Is No Community Transmission
In good news, though, the Sunshine State itself has had "no evidence of community transmission in Queensland now for 28 days".
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Travel & LeisureTen of the Most Indulgent Harbourside Staycations You Can Book in Sydney
Choose a favourite, pack those bags and get ready to live your best-ever holiday life.
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Travel & LeisureSeven Things You Didn't Realise You Could Do on the Central Coast
Race quad bikes, cruise around a pearl farm and sleep over at a lighthouse.
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Travel & LeisureThis Indulgent Sight-Seeing Plane Tour of Antarctica Will Let You Day Trip Out of the Country
The sight-seeing flights to the icy continent will kick off again from November.
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Food & DrinkA Foodie's Guide to Eating and Drinking Your Way Around the Central Coast
Beachside cafes, casual fine diners and lively cocktail bars are only a road trip away.
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Travel & LeisureQueensland Is Completely Shutting Its Borders to NSW and the ACT from August 8
The new closure will apply at least until the end of August.
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Travel & LeisureFive Incredible New Zealand 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 New Zealand.
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Travel & LeisureQueensland Is Closing Its Borders to All of Greater Sydney from August 1
It comes as the state records two new COVID-19 cases in travellers who returned from Victoria via Sydney.
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Food & DrinkTerrigalArc. Est
Order the Corrie Island oysters and a bottle of Australian wine to start your long lunch here.
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Food & DrinkPoint FrederickFrederico's Bar & Eatery - CLOSED
DIY margaritas and bottomless fajita Wednesdays are just the beginning for this fiesta-ready restaurant in the Central Coast.
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Food & DrinkGosfordSouth End Social
Gosford’s go-to brunch spot has yuzu spritzes and souvlaki pitas.
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Travel & LeisureQueensland Is Closing Its Borders to a Third NSW Hotspot in Sydney's West
Sydneysiders who have been to the City of Fairfield, as well as the previously announced Campbelltown and Liverpool hotspots, will no longer be able to enter the Sunshine State.
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Travel & LeisureWe're Giving You the Chance to Live an Unyoked Life with Off-Grid Escapes Every Three Months
Escape the daily grind and head to an Unyoked cabin four times a year for life — without spending a dime.
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Food & DrinkWamberalMalibu - CLOSED
Where milkshake and fries for $10 meets Instagram-worthy salmon bowls.
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Travel & LeisureNashdaleGlamping at Nashdale Lane Wines
A family-run vineyard with its own luxury glamping cabins among the vines.
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Travel & LeisureSurf Stitch Is Giving Away a 14-Day Road Trip Across Australia or New Zealand
The lucky winner will also score a new $1500 wardrobe.
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Travel & LeisureTurondale1949 London Bus
An unconventional stay with an outdoor firepit and sweeping views over the Bathurst region.
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Food & DrinkEttalong BeachBar Toto
Coffee cocktails, antipasti platters and cosy weekend vibes are what you'll find at this Ettalong nook.
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Travel & LeisureTanjaTanja Lagoon Camp
Go paddling around the lake and walk to secluded beaches, then take a moonlit soak in the giant tub.
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Travel & Leisure
A Strict New Border Zone Is Being Introduced Between NSW and Victoria
The state is also restricting the entry of Victorians to NSW to "extremely limited purposes".
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Travel & LeisureEverything You Need to Know About Australia's COVID-19 State and Territory Border Restrictions
Before you jump in the car for a road trip or on a plane for a domestic holiday, find out where you can go within Australia and whether you need to quarantine.
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Travel & LeisureBeyond the Beach: Port Stephens
Head 2.5-hours north of Sydney and you’ll find Port Stephens. It's dotted with bays and inlets, and it happens to be double the size of Sydney Harbour — meaning double the amount of water-themed activities to try.
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Food & DrinkTen Places to Eat and Drink Around Port Stephens on Your Next Romantic Getaway
Treat your special someone to hearty brunches, local wine and some of the best seafood on the east coast.
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Travel & LeisureSeven Fun Things to Do in Port Stephens That'll Take You Beyond the Beautiful Beaches
There's more to this region than its 26 beaches.
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Travel & LeisureHow to Spend an Indulgent Weekend Away In Port Stephens
Savour sea-to-plate fare while sipping champagne, then take a dip in an oceanside pool.