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Emily Murphy

Email & Social Editor

Emily Murphy is Australian Traveller's Email & Social Editor, and in her time at the company she has been instrumental in shaping its social media and email presence, and crafting compelling narratives that inspire others to explore Australia's vast landscapes. Her previous role was a journalist at Prime Creative Media and before that she was freelancing in publishing, content creation and digital marketing. When she's not creating scroll-stopping travel content, Em is a devoted 'bun mum' and enjoys spending her spare time by the sea, reading, binge-watching a good TV show and exploring Sydney's vibrant dining scene. Next on her Aussie travel wish list? Tasmania and The Kimberley.

<p><strong>Sydney</strong> set for new swim spot, and it’s like our own <i>Swiss lake</i></p>

Sydney set for new swim spot, and it’s like our own Swiss lake

<p>Inside <strong>Sydney</strong>’s first self-service <i>luxury wellness club</i></p>

Inside Sydney’s first self-service luxury wellness club

<p><i>A coffee dreamland</i> is brewing and it’s like <i>Willy Wonka</i> for <i>grown-ups</i></p>

A coffee dreamland is brewing and it’s like Willy Wonka for grown-ups

<p><i>The luxe log cabins</i> hiding in <strong>Victoria</strong></p>

The luxe log cabins hiding in Victoria

<p><i>Taronga After Dark</i> is the zoo’s <i>enchanting new night out</i></p>

Taronga After Dark is the zoo’s enchanting new night out

<p><i>Indian tiffin culture</i> lands in <strong>Australia</strong> – here’s where to get yours</p>

Indian tiffin culture lands in Australia – here’s where to get yours

<p>This <i>snowy day trip</i> is magical for kids and just 45 mins from <strong>Canberra</strong></p>

This snowy day trip is magical for kids and just 45 mins from Canberra

<p><i>Melbourne’s</i> floating bar will transport you to <strong>Rio</strong> this <i>spring</i></p>

Melbourne’s floating bar will transport you to Rio this spring

Emily Murphy is Australian Traveller's Email & Social Editor, and in her time at the company she has been instrumental in shaping its social media and email presence, and crafting compelling narratives that inspire others to explore Australia's vast landscapes. Her previous role was a journalist at Prime Creative Media and before that she was freelancing in publishing, content creation and digital marketing. When she's not creating scroll-stopping travel content, Em is a devoted 'bun mum' and enjoys spending her spare time by the sea, reading, binge-watching a good TV show and exploring Sydney's vibrant dining scene. Next on her Aussie travel wish list? Tasmania and The Kimberley.

XtraClubs Green Square Ice Bath in Sydney

Inside Sydney’s first self-service luxury wellness club

A new era of affordable-luxury wellness has arrived.

Callan Park Tidal Baths

Sydney set for new swim spot, and it’s like our own Swiss lake

Inner West swimmers, rejoice. Netted tidal baths are on the way, bringing calm, lake-style swims with serious Swiss vibes.

Taronga After Dark Giraffes at Sunset

Taronga After Dark is the zoo’s enchanting new night out

The new after-hours event brings music, magic and wildlife together for 10 unforgettable spring nights.

People by the pool at Afloat Melbourne

Melbourne’s floating bar will transport you to Rio this spring

It’s channelling the colour, chaos and charisma of Rio de Janeiro.

Mountain View log cabin at DULC

The luxe log cabins hiding in Victoria

Architect-designed cabins tucked into the wild beauty of Victoria’s Grampians promise seclusion, serenity and pure luxe escapism.

A retro Indian tiffin lunch box filled with vegetarian food. And chapati.

Indian tiffin culture lands in Australia – here’s where to get yours

These Aussie tiffin services are serving up authentic, home-cooked Indian meals – and they’re perfect for curious travellers hungry for culture.

Two children tobogganing at Corin Forest

This snowy day trip is magical for kids and just 45 mins from Canberra

Forget the alpine resort haul.

An artist's impression of what could become Australia's biggest coffee roastery, Yahava KoffeeWorks in the Swan Valley, set to open in 2028

A coffee dreamland is brewing and it’s like Willy Wonka for grown-ups

WA is brewing up its largest walk-in coffee roastery.

Biscoff fondue at Après on the Harbour at Pier One Sydney Harbour

Sydney’s floating winter lounge is serving firepits and Biscoff fondue

Because winter tastes better by the water.