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Mt Hotham’s Pup’s Playground is set to open on Saturday as forecasters predict big dumps of snow.

Snow, polar winds in store for the long weekend

An icy blast coincides with the official start of the ski season, although wet and windy conditions may make it unpleasant on the slopes.

This Month

Images from “Australia’s Amazon”.

Extreme hiking in the heart of Australia’s own Amazon

In the wilds of Tasmania’s Tarkine, there are few visible tracks and no huts, toilets, park rangers or phone reception. But nothing on the planet compares with the riches that await intrepid visitors.

Sossusvlei, Namib-Naukluft National Park, Namibia, Africa.

The new ‘VIP’ travel trend that puts you in your place

In a world where the wealthy can access luxury of every variety, travelling like a Very Insignificant Person is the type of escape many should give a try.

The uber wealthy Dane waging a one-man war on loneliness

When Flying Tiger founder Lennart Lajboschitz sold his business for millions, it failed to make him happy. So he went in search of something that would.

May

Villa Riva

This tour of Sri Lanka proves there’s no place like home

An island trotting journey between Uga Escapes’ charming homesteads is a masterclass in cosy hospitality.

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Bluestone Lane owner Nick Stone.

Aussie coffee has conquered LA – now here comes brunch

Bluestone Lane, the darling of Melbourne cafe culture in the US, is shifting into weekend mode.

A train rolls through Manarola, Cinque Terre.

The luxury travel trend you probably haven’t considered

Train travel is nothing new. Maybe that’s why you should hop on board.

Horse riding under the Northern lights in Norway

Why winter cruising is Norway’s next big thing

It may be dark most of the day, but watching the Northern Lights from a jacuzzi more than makes up for it.

Swim with whale sharks at this seldom-visited reef

A 10-day cruise through Indonesia’s Raja Ampat on a 12-cabin pinisi ship is a feast of snorkelling, relaxing and delectable delicacies.

Holiday like the 1pc on this little-known private island

Velaa in the Maldives draws some of the world’s wealthiest holidaymakers – and their kids.

Why heli-skiing is great value – at $26k a week

Meet the skiers taking this once-in-a-lifetime trip to remote British Columbia, year after year.

The south of France as you’ve never seen it before

A burgeoning new restaurant scene and old artistic landmarks are drawcards for Marseille’s unsung fishing villages.

How the dance of the devil’s violinist came to define this city

Waltzing through 2025, Vienna celebrates 200 years since the birth of its musical genius, Johann Strauss.

Tracey Spicer’s journey from wheelchair to mountaintop

Raising funds for UN Women’s programs, the journalist gets back on her feet after illness to scale New Zealand’s rocky mountains.

The rail journey from Greece to Bulgaria serves up a moveable feast.

Why a train trip from Greece to Bulgaria is a foodie’s dream journey

From the cradle of souvlaki to the home of shopska salad, get a taste of the classic cuisine in these European cities.

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Daintree (Silky Oaks Lodge)

Helicopter hopping between Queensland’s most iconic lodges

Explore reefs, tropical forests and epic outback on a new six-night itinerary in the Sunshine State.

The coolest place in Hobart to dine – literally

Institut Polaire, on the Tasmanian capital’s waterfront, is embracing the city’s Antarctic frontier.

Step into a Studio Ghibli dreamscape on this Japanese island

From mossy gorges to volcanic trails, Yakushima Island and Kagoshima in Japan’s far south are a hiker’s paradise.

Helloworld buys another 5pc of rival Webjet amid BGH, Weiss bid

Of note, despite the recent shopping Burnes hadn’t submitted a bid for Webjet as of Sunday noon, and his next move remains unclear.

Slovenia’s Hotel Grad Otočec.

Stay and play golf at this European castle on an island

Hotel Grad Otočec, housed in a medieval barbican, has a Michelin-recommended restaurant and walls that could talk.

Qantas business class lounge, Adelaide.

Qantas woos Adelaide with international flights and a new lounge

After 12 years, the national carrier will resume overseas services from the South Australian capital as it opens a business class domestic lounge.

The luggage brand executive who avoids checking in at the airport

From athleisure to packing cubes, this is how Antler managing director Kirsty Glenne travels.

Jane Austen fans taking part in the world-famous Grand Regency Costumed Promenade in Bath.

Follow in the footsteps of Jane Austen – and stay in her former home

Throughout the year of the author’s 250th birthday, the British spa town of Bath is celebrating its place as an Austen-lovers paradise.

The Goring Hotel London

The London hotel where you are most likely to spot a royal

Eat, drink and stay among aristocracy at the British icon with an Australian touch.

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