How this $70 membership could save you thousands on travel

From luxury cruises to five-star stays, this Aussie app could be your ultimate travel hack.

I’ll be honest: I always thought the Entertainment Book was something your mum’s friend gave you because they couldn’t get through all the coupons. But after using the Entertainment App this weekend – and already saving $35 on a two-for-one dinner in my local area – I’m officially intrigued.

I was recently given free access to the Entertainment Travel app to see if it still delivers real value in 2025. So far? I would’ve already saved half the cost of membership in one use.

And it’s not just about dining deals anymore. From $70 a year, you now get access to thousands of travel discounts too – and I’m not talking budget hostels and red-eye flights. I’m talking serious holidays: luxury cruises, European tours, five-star hotels and once-in-a-lifetime travel experiences.

The luxury travel perks

Vivid Sydney cruise sails through Sydney Harbour past the Sydney Opera House during Vivid Sydney — Receive discounts on experiences like a Vivid Sydney cruise. (Image: Destination NSW)

The newly launched Entertainment Travel platform is kind of a game-changer as it gives members exclusive access to thousands of travel deals, including:

Over 36,000 cruises with brands like Norwegian Cruise Line, Silversea, Uniworld and Ponant.
More than 20,000 guided tours with names like Wendy Wu Travel, AAT Kings and Collette.
Hotel discounts across 750,000+ properties worldwide – from Club Med to Hyatt and Hilton.
Savings on flights with Emirates, Virgin Australia, Qatar Airlines and more.
Deals on car hire, travel insurance and tailor-made holiday packages.

To put it into perspective: a 13-night luxury Antarctica cruise with Seabourn is currently $21,499 per person, a discount of more than $6000. While providers like Sealink offer between 15 and 50 per cent off certain ferries, tours and cruises across Australia, like a Vivid Sydney Lights Cruise or K’gari experience tours.

That’s a lot of money back in your pocket in just one booking.

Travel smarter – and support your community while you’re at it

Entertainment Travel App — Splurging on travel will cost you less.

Memberships start at just $70 per year (for a single city) or $120 for multi-city access. And while the travel deals are new, the Entertainment Group’s mission remains the same: giving back.

Every membership sold directs 20 per cent to one of Entertainment’s fundraiser partners (of your choice). So, while you’re off ticking off your bucket-list adventures, you’re also supporting your community.

It’s not just travel either

Fish at SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium — Don’t break the bank on family outings. (Image: Destination NSW)

While travel is the headline act right now, the app still offers all the local perks it’s famous for – like the two-for-one dinner I used on the weekend – as well as discounts at restaurants like Catalina and OTTO Ristorante, and experiences including SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, HOYTS, museums, bathhouses and more.

Verdict? So far, so good

AAT Kings Tasmania tour to Wineglass Bay — Explore Tasmania with AAT Kings. (Image: AAT Kings)

I’ve only just started exploring what this app can do, but after saving $35 on my first use, the rest of the year is already a bonus. And the travel perks? If I book even one trip using the deals, the value could be in the thousands.

If you’re planning a holiday – or just want to eat out more without the bill shock – this unassuming little app might be the smartest $70 (or $120) you spend all year.

From the moment you arrive in Moreton Bay, stunning natural vistas, fresh and tasty dining, history and more invite you to stay and play.

Untouched national park, mirror-like lagoons and endless stretches of beaches all make Moreton Bay experiences feel like you’ve stumbled across a secret Queenslanders collectively vowed not to tell. Yet it’s easily accessible. Explore further and discover hinterland farms, ancient rainforest, fresh seafood and more: there’s something on offer for every pace, interest and generation.

Just 20 minutes from Brisbane Airport, it’s hard to believe how underrated this Queensland getaway is. Here’s your ultimate guide to rediscover play with unmissable experiences in Moreton Bay.

1. G’Day Adventure Tours, Bribie Island

G’Day Adventure Tours’ Sea to Table Experience should be your first agenda item in Moreton Bay. Take a 4WD journey through the sandy tracks of Bribie Island’s beaches to the still, glassy waters of the island’s lagoons. Glide over perfect replicas of paperbarks and fluffy blue clouds mirrored in the lagoon waters in your kayak. Listen as native birdsong echoes around you.

Then, it’s on to Fort Bribie. During the Second World War, these concrete bunkers – now slowly being enveloped by the dunes – were the last line of defence for Moreton Bay.

End the day with a sun-dappled beach picnic of locally caught Queensland prawns and famous Moreton Bay bugs. As you head home, watch the dolphins playfully dart in and out of the surf.

2. Morgan’s Seafood at Scarborough

Right on the Scarborough Boat Harbour, you’ll find Morgan’s Seafood . Between the luxury yachts, you’ll also spot trawlers and fishermen delivering their day’s catch right to Morgan’s. The family-owned and operated spot is one of the best places to try the region’s eponymous Moreton Bay bug. Or, sample more of the area’s direct-from-the-boat seafood fresh at their oyster and sushi bar. If you’re lucky, your visit might coincide with a day they’ve caught tuna.

Picture fish caught that day, prepared and then served to you as fresh sashimi as the sun sets over the unique silhouette of the Glasshouse Mountains.

3. Woorim Beach, Bribie Island

On Bribie’s eastern coastline, you’ll find Woorim Beach : aka the closest surf beach to Brisbane. Find a place on the sand by the patrolled area or wander further south to find a quiet spot and while the day away between the shaded dunes, the pages of your book and the peaceful sound of rolling waves.

Ask any local where to grab lunch, and they’ll direct you to Bribie Island Surf Club Bistro . Tuck into a fresh, local seafood platter, just metres from the beach.

4. D’Aguilar National Park

D’Aguilar National Park is a 40,000-hectare slice of greenery that stretches from urban Brisbane right up to Woodford (home of the Woodford Folk Festival). The vast expanse of park is home to ancient rainforests, eucalypt forests and shaded swimming spots hidden within gorges and under waterfalls. The area is significant for the Jinibara and Turrbal people, with ceremonial bora rings and dreaming trails all found within the park.

Carve out some time in your itinerary to explore the park’s many trails. The Maiala day-use area is the perfect starting point for walks for all levels of ability.

5. Arcade Wine Bar

arcade wine bar moreton bay — Sit down to a menu inspired by Italy.

Opposite the Redcliffe Jetty and down a laneway, you’ll find an unassuming wine bar. Venture inside and quickly fall in love with Arcade Wine Bar , one of the region’s most beloved local haunts.

Owners Danilo and Matt have a combined 50 years of sommelier experience, which they have poured into the menu, styling and wine list. More than just a hole-in-the-wall wine bar, Arcade Wine is an enoteca (a wine repository), whose walls are lined with bottles upon bottles of Italian wine varietals from every corner of Italy.

Settle in with a wine and work your way through the menu inspired by Danilo’s native Italy: traditional meatballs, their quick-to-sell-out terrine, or a selection of Italian cheeses, charcuterie and arancini.

6. Wamuran & Loop Rail Trail

Away from the ocean, tucked in the hinterland, is the Wamuran & Loop Rail Trail . Perfect for cyclists or walkers, the trail was built to showcase the history of the Caboolture to Kilcoy rail corridor (last operating in 1964) and makes for the perfect family day out. The trail runs for 10.5km and connects Wamuran and Caboolture via an accessible path.

Pass through former railroad, bridges and shaded bushland as you cut from A to B. Plus, visit in winter for a detour along the way to one of the many pick-your-own strawberry farms.

7. Farm Visits

Beaches, mountains and history make an enticing combination. But Moreton Bay also brings hinterland, family-friendly farms to the table. Trevena Glen is one of the area’s most loved, with bunnies, ponies, sheep, alpacas (and more) available to visit for the kids. For the adults, book a horse-riding session and be treated to a grazing platter as you watch the sun set over the mountains of D’Aguilar National Park.

At White Ridge Farm , find camels, putt-putt, train and tractor rides and all kinds of animals. The entire farm is paved, making it accessible for all.

8. Miss Sprinkles

Miss Sprinkles Gelato moreton bay — Pick your scoop at Miss Sprinkles Gelato.

An ice cream at the beach is one of life’s most perfect pleasures. While in town, stop by Miss Sprinkles for the locals’ pick of homemade gelato on the Scarborough foreshore.

The gelato here is made the authentic Italian way and scooped up just across from the beach. Or, settle in at their kitschy pink wooden tables for traditional gelato in the sunshine. Aside from the homemade gelato, you’ll also find tarts, pies and even doggie gelato.

To start planning your Moreton Bay trip, or for more information, head to visitmoretonbay.com.au.