An Exciting Fusion of Old and New at Lanson Place Parliament Gardens

One of Melbourne’s newest hotels is in a Goldilocks position for those wanting peace but also city convenience. The heritage facade of the Salvation Army Printing Works from 1901, with its grand arches and cream and red-brick colouring, forms the grand entrance to this new Melbourne hotel. Inside the historic building, that also has a […]

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Key Decisions: Michelin Guide Brings Hotel Awards to Australia

For the first time since its inception in 2024, the Michelin Guide’s Keys have arrived in Australia, with 35 Australian hotels getting the coveted award – but just one Queensland property has received all three. The Michelin Guide’s global Keys were announced this week at an exclusive ceremony at Musée des Arts Décoratifs, in Paris. […]

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This Melbourne Hotel Turns a Luxury Car Showroom into a Showstopper

Buckle up for a suite ride at The Royce in Melbourne, where space, service and style come in spades. Find out what to expect. Melbourne loves a clever reinvention, and The Royce is one of its finest. Once a glittering 1920s car showroom, it now stands as a boutique hotel that swaps engine roar for […]

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City to Sea: The Perfect Girls’ Long Weekend in Victoria

Not all short breaks are born equal; the best girls’ trips combine cosmopolitan indulgence with seaside serenity. This itinerary from Melbourne to the Mornington Peninsula does just that. Torn between an action-packed city stay and unwinding beachside for your next weekend away? In Victoria, you can enjoy both to the max, all in the space […]

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8 Reasons to Go by Car Instead of Plane for Your Next Girls’ Trip

Weekends with friends are all about bonding; here we make the case for enjoying the journey as much as the destination. Picture this: you’ve waited months for your long overdue girls’ trip, excitement levels are high, and you’ve all piled in the car ready to kick off the festivities immediately. There’s no hanging around the […]

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Arrival Hall: All the Travel News You Need

Travel news from the past month including a new hotel for Vietnam’s Ha Long Bay, a Cannes Michelin star and a musical Melbourne coffee shop. All-star karst: InterContinental set to open in Ha Long Bay, Vietnam Set to open in summer 2025, InterContinental Halong Bay Resort will be situated at the gateway to Ha Long City, in the exclusive […]

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7 Unexpected Things to Do in Melbourne

More than laneways and lattes, discover Australia’s cultural capital as it was meant to be experienced: through surprising, after-dark bars, art that defies convention and one-of-a-kind fashion. Melbourne is a city constantly in flux. While first-time visitors are naturally drawn to its iconic attractions, repeat visitors and those eager to delve deeper should venture beyond […]

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Take the Scenic Route: 4 of the Best Victoria Road Trip Destinations

From ancient rock art to coastal hot springs, countryside wineries and humble-yet-wholesome bakeries, the best of Victoria is discovered on four wheels. Whether winding along the Great Ocean Road, hopping between wineries in the Yarra Valley, trailing dirt roads in the King Valley or venturing into the jagged peaks of the Grampians, Victoria’s road trip […]

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Barks and Recreation: These Are Australia’s Top Pet-Friendly Escapes

Taking your dog (or other pet) on the discovery trip of a lifetime is a breeze thanks to these paws-itively amazing escapes where pets are not only accepted, they are celebrated. Pet-friendly travel has been a hot topic in recent years, with more travellers than ever foregoing the pet sitter in favour of a […]

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Vibe Hotel Melbourne’s Drinking & Dining Turns Up the Heat

With one of the highest and most interesting rooftop bars in the city, Vibe Hotel Melbourne has now turned its attention to One Queen, the lobby restaurant located inside a 19th-century storefront. Vibe Hotel Melbourne, on the corner of Flinders and Queen Streets, sees a modern reticulated glass tower rise out of a heritage Fletcher […]

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6 Reasons Why Lancemore Milawa is the Ultimate Wine-Lovers’ Escape

Welcome to Victoria’s High Country – a hidden escape rich in flavour, grounded in community and home to the understated luxury of Lancemore Milawa. Nestled in the heart of Victoria’s High Country, Lancemore Milawa is a quietly monumental retreat that redefines rural luxury. This elegant estate – part of the esteemed Lancemore legacy and once […]

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5 Reasons Why Balgownie Estate Should Be Your Next Yarra Valley Escape

Discover why Victoria’s Balgownie Estate is a masterclass in regional indulgence, down to the last detail. Arriving at Balgownie Estate feels like a full-body exhale: this all-in-one vineyard retreat in Victoria’s Yarra Valley pairs five-star Halliday-rated wines with seasonally driven dining, in-house treatments by endota Spa and a showstopping restaurant that showcases Victoria’s finest produce. […]