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Melbourne

This cult bathhouse has just opened in Melbourne and Sydney

Nimbus Co. is set to open yet another new venue, blending ancient wellness practices with mindful design.

Great Barrier Reef

Great Barrier Reef is the first non-human nominated for this award

Sir David Attenborough won it. Now the Great Barrier Reef wants in.

Australia

This luxury Aussie rail journey just ranked among the world’s best

This isn’t just a train trip – it’s an experience of a lifetime.

Hot spring pool with crystal clear water and snow covered ground nearby. Yarrangobilly thermal pool, Australia

Snowy Mountains

Australia’s answer to Japan’s onsens is hiding in NSW

If you’ve ever soaked in the soothing waters of an onsen in Japan and are longing for a taste of it now, we’ve found just the thing.

Outback South Australia

Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre is about to flood for the first time in years

Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre is rising – and so is demand to see it.

Gold Coast

Australia’s first Mondrian hotel is now open for bookings

The Mondrian Gold Coast marks the hotel brand's hotly awaited debut on Aussie shores.

Melbourne

Melbourne’s coolest new hotel opens for bookings

A new eco-luxury hotel is coming to Melbourne’s waterfront.

Australia

The world’s oldest meteor shower will be visible this week

Here’s your best chance of spotting it.

Gold Coast

Soak it all in at this luxe new bathhouse opening on the Gold Coast

Indulge in hydrotherapy at this Surfers Paradise sanctuary.

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Aerial view of yellow kayaks in blue sea at sunset in summer

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How to survive a group trip wage gap

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The heritage facade of The Tasman in Hobart

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A hotel bathroom with a freestanding bath overlooking Sydney Harbour Bridge

RRachael Thompson

I’ve stayed in 21 hotels in Sydney and this is my favourite

Welcome to the first instalment of Hotel Addict, a monthly column where I check into Australia’s best hotels, exploring not just the rooms, but the stories, service and settings that make each stay unforgettable and worth adding to your wishlist.