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Lover of trinkets and a wistful sentimental, Siri likes to collect tiny things and craft playlists to commemorate her favourite places. When she's not daydreaming, find this self-described polymath picking up a new hobby.

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Where Flavours Collide: 20 of Melbourne’s Best Restaurants

Arguably Australia’s original culinary capital, Melbourne has always been known for its red-hot food scene. Here’s our pick of Melbourne’s best restaurants right now. From bustling Lygon Street to characterful city laneways and suburban legends, Melbourne is a melting pot of flavours, with influences from every corner of the globe. The city’s vibrant culinary scene […]

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New MSC World America Megaship Aims to Break Ground

MSC Cruises’ new flagship cruise liner, MSC World America, is set to redefine the cruising experience, debuting in 2025 with seven innovative ‘districts’. MSC Cruises has announced the debut of its new 22-deck megaship, MSC World America, promising a groundbreaking cruise experience. Scheduled to embark on its inaugural sailing in April 2025 from Miami, USA, […]

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Shores of Splendour: The Best Beachfront Resorts in Bali

If your next holiday looks like sandy feet, clifftop cocktails and sunsets by the sea, few places do beachfront escapes like Bali. Looking for calm waters for all ages, clifftop cocktails at sunset or a front-row seat to Bali’s beach-club scene? From the sheltered shores of Nusa Dua to Seminyak’s social energy and Jimbaran’s dramatic, […]

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Melbourne Airport Reigns Supreme in Global Airport Rankings for Australia and the Pacific

Travellers from around the world have acknowledged Melbourne Airport’s excellence in the largest, annual global airport customer satisfaction survey. Melbourne Airport has been named the best airport in Australia and the Pacific for the second year running at the Skytrax 2024 World Airport Awards. For the fourth time in five years, the Victorian hub has […]

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Down Under Delights as AFAR Unveils 2024’s Best New Hotels

Australia’s Capella Sydney and Southern Ocean Lodge have impressed AFAR’s travel experts, recognised in the 31 Best New Hotels of 2024 list. Two Australian stays have been named in the ‘Best New Hotels of 2024’ by AFAR. 31 properties were listed in this year’s selection, as chosen by a panel of AFAR travel editors, writers and […]

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From Sydney with Love: 5 Reasons to Love The Langham, Sydney

More than just a name, the award-winning The Langham, Sydney features a spangled underground pool, an imaginative bar and much more. Down a quiet laneway under the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge lies one of Australia’s most revered hotels (as chosen by the Condé Nast Traveler for four consecutive years), The Langham, Sydney. While epitomising the […]

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5 Reasons to See Japan on a Tour

Shrines, skyscrapers, Shinkansen and sake – here’s five reasons to see Japan on a tour. Beckoning the international traveller with its blend of ancient tradition and modernity, Japan has claimed gold as the ‘Best Country in the World’ according to the Conde Nast Traveller’s 2023, 2024, and 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards. From foodie trails through […]

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The Land of Smiles: 7 Experiences You Can Only Have in Thailand

There’s nothing like a trip you’ll be talking about for weeks, and Thailand’s unique experiences speak for themselves. Signature sandy stretches, bustling cityscapes and cultural richness – within just a 10-hour flight from Sydney, you can arrive in the land that has it all, Thailand. A treasure trove of unique experiences, there isn’t just one […]

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Tahiti Takes Off as a Hot Destination for Aussies

2023 proved Tahiti is quickly becoming an Aussie traveller’s hot pick. More Australians are choosing Tahiti as their holiday destination than ever, with a 73 percent increase in travellers year-on-year. In 2023, 7,718 Australians flew into the French Polynesian island, eclipsing the 4,468 travellers previously recorded in 2022. Australia accounted for 2.9 percent of international […]

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When and Where to See Japan’s Famous Cherry Blossoms

From March to May, here are the best spots to view cherry blossoms in Japan. As pink petals drift onto footpaths from Tokyo to Hokkaido, Japan awakens to the arrival of spring. For those travelling to take part in the centuries-old tradition of hanami (flower viewing), read on to discover the best places – and […]

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Is Dubai Family Friendly? Where To Stay & What to Do with Kids

Say hello to Dubai and bring the whole family along for the ride. Dubai, the dazzling city in the heart of the United Arab Emirates, is often associated with opulence, futuristic architecture and its thriving business hub. But is Dubai family-friendly? The answer is a resounding yes. Dubai has successfully transformed itself into a haven […]

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Australia’s Best Glamping Destinations

With all the frills and none of the fuss, find Australia’s true nature on a glamorous camping escape. In the digital age, it’s easy to forgo our innate need to connect with nature. But the sun-kissed land down under beckons with untamed landscapes as old as time – there’s the dusty ochre dunes of the […]

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