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

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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.

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Australia’s first Mondrian hotel is now open for bookings
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.

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1 Hotel Melbourne Exterior
Melbourne

Melbourne’s coolest new hotel opens for bookings

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

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Lan Bathhouse Sydney
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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Overnight humpback whales charter
Australia

Wake up with humpback whales on this epic overnight private yacht tour

Get up close to these gentle giants on Australia's only overnight humpback whale tour.

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Gidjuum Gulganyi Walk Scrub Creek walking track
NSW North Coast

This NSW hike is a 4-day walk through ancient volcano lands

The walk blends culture with rainforest views.

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Sydney airport braces for 2.5 million passengers this Easter
Sydney

Sydney airport braces for 2.5 million passengers this Easter

Avoid the holiday mayhem by following these simple and easy tips.

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Cosmic Cabin Tasmania at night
South Tasmania

Book this cabin to watch a meteor shower with an astrophysicist

This Tassie stargazing stay hosted by ex-Bachelor Dr Matt Agnew is out of this world.

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Living area in the Manly Pacific Infinity Residence
Rachael ThompsonRRachael Thompson

This coastal hotel proves you don’t need to leave Sydney for a proper escape

Welcome to 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 worthy of your wishlist.

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Halcyon House exterior and pool view
Rachael ThompsonRRachael Thompson

The boutique coastal stay worth skipping Byron Bay for

Welcome to 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 worthy of your wishlist.

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The glamorous Showroom Bay at The Royce hotel
Rachael ThompsonRRachael Thompson

Is it worth staying at The Royce hotel in Melbourne?

This elegant hotel is bringing Art Deco glamour to the city.

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Tasmanian Walking Co. child-friendly mult-day hike on Bruny Island
Megan ArkinstallMMegan Arkinstall

The Tassie multi-day hike that you can do with your child

Is a multi-day hike a good way to bond with your child? Megan Arkinstall laces up her nine-year-old son’s shoes and tests it out.

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The swimming pool at The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne
Rachael ThompsonRRachael Thompson

This Melbourne hotel has set the bar sky high

Welcome to 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 worthy of your wishlist.

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Kings Canyon transforms into a waterfall wonderland in the rain
Kassia ByrnesKKassia Byrnes

Kings Canyon transforms into a waterfall wonderland in the rain – here’s the only time you’ll see it

It's rare to see Kings Canyon covered in rivers and waterfalls, but it's a priceless view.

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australian ice cream for summer
Emily MurphyEEmily Murphy

The battle of Australia’s 18 best summer ice creams

These cult-favourite ice creams prove Australian summers are built on nostalgia, loyalty and strong opinions. 

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A bathroom at COMO The Treasury
Rachael ThompsonRRachael Thompson

This hotel room just became my favourite in Australia

Welcome to 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.

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Aerial view of yellow kayaks in blue sea at sunset in summer
Kassia ByrnesKKassia Byrnes

How to survive a group trip wage gap

Travelling with a group of people who all make vastly different amounts of money? This is how to stay friends afterwards.

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