New South Wales
The underrated coastal escape on Sydney’s doorstep
Many Sydneysiders trek further down the coast for their getaways, bypassing this friendly, old-school gem.
- Kerry van der Jagt
- ★★★★
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A stylish central Sydney hotel for under $150 a night? It exists
In a city notorious for expensive rooms, this recently refurbished hotel offers great value with the bonus of a cool bar and restaurant on site.
- Craig Platt
A Sydney hotel has become an unlikely mecca for Japanese visitors
Two animated characters once stayed in room 25 at this hotel, which has just reopened after a six-year hiatus.
- Jane Richards
Australia’s highest chairlift has transformed skiing on this mountain
Mount Perisher has everything you look for in an Australian snow resort, but it had one big problem – until now.
- Jim Darby
Sydney hotel won’t win any beauty awards, but it’s all about location
Its exterior isn’t flashy, but an interior revamp and new brand revitalise this centrally located hotel.
- Craig Platt
- ★★★★★
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A five-star home away from home on Australia’s most exclusive island
This private Lord Howe Island getaway is like having your own private luxury getaway – with all the best bits that a hotel can provide.
- Jane Richards
Sydney hotel turns 50, but its iconic bar is turning 132
If its walls could talk, what tales would the Marble Bar at Sydney’s Hilton hotel be telling us?
- Jim Darby
Australia’s new epic hike is unlike any others
It might be a new hike officially, but the 42-kilometre Gidjuum Gulganyi Walk in northern NSW has an ancient history.
- Louise Southerden
Australia’s highest lift ready as ski resort rivalries heat up after snow
As the resorts celebrate a strong start to ski season, here’s what’s new on the mountains this year.
- Kate Allman
The luxury farm-stay tents so nice, they won gold
From a pool to electric blankets to the latest tech: solitary confinement has never looked so good.
- Julie Miller