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Rachael Thompson

Travel Journalist

Rachael Thompson is a freelance travel journalist. With a background in design and travel media, Rachael is dedicated to curating content that is as much informational as it is beautiful. She began her career at Belle magazine, before taking up editorial roles at Homes to Love, Bed Threads and Australian Traveller/International Traveller. When she's not writing, editing or optimising content, Rachael enjoys exploring the city's newest restaurants, bars and hotels. Next on her Aussie travel wish list is Lord Howe Island.
simply mikes baileys cinnamon scroll
Melbourne

Get a free Baileys cinnamon scroll at this Melbourne bakery – but only for a week

Kick off the festive season early with a deliciously free bite.

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The new Penguin Viewing Experience boardwalk
Australia

Watch St Kilda’s penguins up close thanks to a new elevated boardwalk

Prime viewing opportunities of these adorable birds are now possible thanks to a new elevated viewing platform.

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Mineral swimming pools at Sixty6 Acres farmstay
Sunshine Coast

Australia’s most luxe campsite has a restaurant and seven mineral plunge pools

Camping just got a serious upgrade on the Sunshine Coast.

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The heritage facade of The Tasman in Hobart
Hobart

I checked into Hobart’s most delicious hotel and didn’t want to leave

Welcome to Hotel Addict, a monthly column where I check into Australia’s best hotels and share what makes them worthy of your wishlist.

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The swimming pool at The Sundays, Hamilton Island
Australia

The best summer holiday deals to book right now

The holiday season is creeping up on us and now is the perfect time to book your summer getaway.

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A spa with moody lighting and a sauna
Sydney

This luxe new day spa has just opened in Sydney’s East

Reset is offering a range of luxurious treatments in a design-led space in Double Bay.

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The picturesque view from the bedroom at Hayscape Denmark
Denmark

This remote WA accommodation was just named one of the world’s best by National Geographic

Heyscape Denmark was one of only two Australian accommodations recognised.

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A restaurant on a yacht
Sydney

A floating restaurant, cocktail bar and beach club will bring Mediterranean vibes to Sydney Harbour this summer

Coastal Italian fare, a martini trolley and plush daybeds await.

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A red historic train pulled up at a station.
TAS

Ride Tasmania’s heritage railway for a taste of the 1890s amid ancient rainforest

Tasmania’s West Coast Wilderness Railway and Cultural Attractions of Australia have created three immersive experiences through ancient rainforest.

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