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Melbourne

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

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

Sydney

This new Hawkesbury River walk is the ultimate Sydney day trip

A new boardwalk that's opened in Brooklyn is just the latest reason to visit Sydney's northernmost reaches.

Grampians

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.

ANASTASIA the musical performers on stage

Australia

If you loved ‘Anastasia’ as a kid, you’ll want to read this news

Relive the spellbinding adventures of Anya, Dmitry and Bartok in the unforgettable Broadway musical sensation coming to Australia.

25hours Hotel The Olympia Exterior Street View Shot

Sydney

Australia’s first 25hours Hotel is now open

Australia’s first 25hours Hotel set to breathe new life into a Sydney icon.

Australia

Saddle up: ‘Cowboy core’ is taking over travel in Australia

Travellers are getting in the saddle in search of 'cowboy core' vacations. We break down the trend here, as well as how you can experience a slice of stockman life. Giddy up.

Cradle Mountain

This twilight tour lets you share dessert with a Tasmanian devil

Dining with the devil – but make it cute.

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

Australia

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.

Golden Hour Hideaway in Glenlyon, Victoria

VIC

Be the first to stay in these new off-grid tiny homes across Victoria

Small stays built for big escapes.

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

KKassia 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.

The heritage facade of The Tasman in Hobart

RRachael Thompson

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, exploring not just the rooms, but the stories, service and settings that make each stay unforgettable and worth adding to your wishlist.

The rise of passion travel: how your hobby can shape your next trip

TTaylah Darnell

The rise of passion travel: how your hobby can shape your next trip

By swapping postcard-perfect itineraries for passion-fuelled adventures, travellers are finding new ways to explore and connect.

KKassia Byrnes

9 plane etiquette rules every passenger should follow

Discover the indisputable rules of domestic plane etiquette.

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.