The Best Winter Escapes in Australia

From snow-capped Cradle Mountain to the vine-covered hills of the Hunter Valley, these are Australia’s finest winter escapes – all within a long weekend of home. Australia‘s winter escapes offer something you won’t find in Europe or Japan: vast, quiet landscapes with no crowds. Think misty mountains, countryside estates, a local pinot noir and a […]

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10 Hotel Inclusions That Give You MORE

Here’s how to make your travel budget stretch further than ever before. There’s never been a better time to demand more. And with select escapes offering oodles of bonus inclusions, there’s no need to compromise on luxury when you’re in the know. Indulgent spa treatments, sunset cocktails, even day trips and room upgrades are all […]

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Feeling the Cold? 5 Different Ways to Escape Winter in Australia

Whether lounging on tropical beaches under the sun’s golden rays or indulging in a glass of wine by the crackling fire of a charming countryside retreat, there are countless ways to banish the winter blues. The autumn leaves have officially fallen in some Australian states, and with the chilly air and shorter days, we often […]

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The Best Bars in Melbourne

Laneway, rooftop, wine or jazz, Melbourne has the right bar for any occasion. We take a look at the city’s best places for a quality tipple. Melbourne’s bar scene has intimate 16-seaters like Above Board, northside wine bars reviving vinyl and an unassuming cottage that is one of the hottest drinking spots in the world. Let […]

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Best Restaurants in the Northern Territory

From once-in-a-lifetime starlit feasts to game-changing South Asian cuisine – the Northern Territory’s abundant sights are served with a side of flavour. There’s no doubt about it: the Northern Territory is spectacular. And what better way to experience this unsurpassed wonderland of rugged terrain and swoon-worthy night skies than over a hearty meal? From contemporary […]

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Things to Do in Winter in Australia

From cosy cellar door stays and snowy mountain getaways to sun-kissed escapes up north, there are plenty of ways for the cold not to get you down. The mercury taking a dive is no reason to hibernate. While shorter evenings and less sunshine for part of the country can bring the winter blues, the cooler […]

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Australian Icon: Neil Perry Honoured at World’s 50 Best Restaurants, the “Oscars” of the Food World

In a list otherwise devoid of Australian entries, veteran chef Neil Perry took home the Woodford Reserve Icon Award for his services to the industry. Veteran chef and creator of the Rockpool restaurant group, Neil Perry was the sole Australian to receive an honour at the World’s 50 Best Restaurants Awards held in Las Vegas […]

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Lost and Sound: Exploring the Best of New Zealand with Celebrity Cruises

New Zealand’s glacier-carved Fiordland, home to the famous Sounds, is the first stop on Celebrity’s inaugural regional cruise. Annabel Fuller loses herself in the wild beauty beyond and the frenetic activities available onboard Celebrity Edge. The energetic tune of the Cupid Shuffle wasn’t the soundtrack I expected to echo across the pool deck while sailing […]

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Choose Your Own Adventure: Why Vietnam is the Perfect Tour Destination

Emerald water cruises, aromatic street foods and historic Old Towns – a tour through Vietnam has something for everyone. A perennial favourite for travellers through Southeast Asia, Vietnam is a vibrant country with enough history and natural beauty to keep globe-hoppers returning again and again. With so much to see (and never enough time), a […]

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The Best Restaurants in Singapore

Singapore takes food seriously – from hawker stalls where a Michelin-starred bowl costs $8, to chef’s tables at the top of 70-storey hotels. Here are the best restaurants in Singapore. It’s no secret that Singapore is a food-obsessed nation. A visit to this little city-state invites you to feast like royalty, with restaurants sharing the […]

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Coast Modern: The Perfect Food-Lover’s Weekend on Victoria’s Bellarine Peninsula

Just over an hours’ drive out of Melbourne, the Bellarine region, with Victoria’s second-city of Geelong at its heart, has long been popular with Melburnians fond of sand dunes and salty air, not to mention fish and chips. But, in the past few years, a new wave of Bellarine fine diners has been attracting a […]

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Sofitel Melbourne on Collins Brings the Razzle Dazzle with Official Chicago Partnership

As part of its official tie-in with the Melbourne musical, Sofitel Melbourne on Collins has transformed its bar with killer cocktails themed around the play’s main characters. Blockbuster Broadway musical Chicago is back on stage in Melbourne starring Zoe Ventoura as Velma Kelly and Lucy Maunder as Roxie Hart – the fame hungry murderesses at […]