Eerie find in $6-a-night hotel
A backpacker who managed to find possibly the cheapest hotel on offer in Japan took to TikTok to point out some of the weirder details.
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‘Stay away’: Guests savage Insta famous hotel
With two million fans on Instagram, plenty of people dream of visiting the luxury Azulik – but the reality is very different to what’s on social media.
Live in Italy for a year, without paying rent
Airbnb is offering one lucky person the opportunity to live rent-free in Italy for a year in a newly renovated three-bedroom townhouse.
Insane Airbnb charges $100-a-night for tent
An Airbnb host has inadvertently gone viral on social media after her backyard listing was spotted by a desperate tourist.
Most annoying things hotel guests do
Staying in a hotel is a luxury for most – but there are some annoying habits staff wish guests would stop doing.
Tourist’s bizarre hotel room view
A woman has gone viral on TikTok after realising the promised views in her New York City hotel room were vastly different to what was advertised.
Airbnb’s wild list of rules goes viral
An Airbnb is going viral for all the wrong reasons after a guest staying at the home shared the wild list of rules they had to adhere to.
‘Wine Pod’ has Australia’s best bathtub
Strip down and dim the lights, because this new ‘wine pod’ has one of the best spots to take a bath — and drink a few wines while at it.
‘Game changer’ park you need to visit
A caravan park in South Australia has taken out a ‘game changing’ award — and it’s easy to see why.
Inside ‘game changing’ $55 Aussie hotel
If you’ve ever set your alarm for 3am – or earlier – to make it to the airport in time for a flight, this new hotel will completely change the way you fly.
Hotels’ shaky future from ruthless travellers
It was laughed at and praised when travellers thought of ingenious ways to quarantine for two weeks – but it’s also left a lot of hotels in an expensive limbo.
‘Stunning’: Australia’s best Airbnb revealed
From a cabin in Mudgee to a luxe architecturally designed pad in Tasmania, these are the best Airbnb stays we have in Australia.
What hostie always does in hotel rooms
A flight attendant has revealed the three things she always does when she stays in a hotel room, and thinks you should too.
World’s most expensive hotel minibar item
We tend to treat the hotel minibar with suspicion, worried a drink or snack will send us into financial ruin. And this item possibly will.
UFC boss reveals his insane hotel suite
Featuring a basketball court, a laser tag room and a mini golf course, this is the hotel room UFC boss Dana White says is the best in the world.
Doc Holiday: Where are the best farm stays in Australia?
Farm stays are a great way to escape the city and shake off lockdown (once it’s safe to do so). These are the ones you should consider booking ASAP.
Never touch this in a hotel room again
Employees of five-star hotels have spilt the tea about what goes on behind the scenes in luxury hotels. And there’s one item you’ll never touch again.
Billionaire’s insane ‘best house’ in Australia
Surrounded by panoramic views, and supported by a single pole, this house in Victoria has been named by one billionaire as the best in Australia.
‘Never going back’: Billionaire’s warning
At the height of the pandemic, travel businesses went into free fall. This is why one CEO said the industry will never be the way it once was.
Celeb’s mega-mansion on sale for 15 years
It may have been Frank Sinatra’s kind of town, but it doesn’t appear to be anyone else’s – with the stunning mansion up for sale again.
Surprise Aussie cabin voted world’s best
If it’s a romantic getaway you’re after, this hidden cabin surrounded by tranquil rainforest should be on your holiday bucket list.
Would you pay $130 for ‘Netflix of travel’?
After a year that may have changed travel forever, a leading travel website has shown that it isn’t afraid to go further into uncharted territory.
Inside some of the world’s best AirBnB’s
If you’ve been desperate for an overseas getaway, these lush AirBnB’s will have that wanderlust feeling never go away.
This hotel has been awarded our best
From a lush bed to impeccable service and even the choice of drink served at the bar, this is what made an Aussie hotel one of the best in the world.
Couple’s genius move to pay off mortgage
This couple ditched Sydney for a move an hour north to a scenic riverside location – and a clever decision has seen them make a killing.
Neighbours’ new weapon against noisy parties
Has your neighbour’s Airbnb erupted into a noisy gathering? Now you can call a new hotline and dob in the offending partygoers within minutes.
Inside Rita’s $500 luxury hotel pad
After arriving in Australia to film a reality TV show, singer-songwriter Rita Ora is spending the next two weeks in total luxury.
Boost for Aussies wanting to come home
More Australians looking to come home from overseas will be able to quarantine at the Howard Springs facility in the Northern Territory.
What SA needs to reopen NSW border
South Australian Premier Steven Marshall has laid out what needs to happen before the state will reopen its border with New South Wales.
Notorious scheme ‘still rips off Aussies’
Aussies are still signing up to a notorious kind of investment scheme and will continue to be ripped off despite new rules, consumer advocates warn.
Amazing detail behind $55 island sale
A fancy island resort in the Maldives is offering guests the chance to stay in paradise for up to a year – and for a bargain price.
Insane holiday house from $10 per night
Forget your phone and your laptop because this house has all you need and more — and an overnight stay will cost you less than a Big Mac meal.
‘Psychedelic’ look into North Korea hotels
A new book has given a fascinating and rare glimpse into the luxurious lifestyle some tourists enjoy inside Kim Jong-un’s highly secretive kingdom.
Aussie holiday could be $1000 cheaper
If you’ve been dreaming of an outback escape exploring all the Top End has to offer, now may be the time – but this new incentive has a catch.
Will Smith’s TV mansion up for rent
For just $30 per night, the mansion featured in the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air will be up for rent on Airbnb – but only a pool of guests will qualify to stay.
Terrifying Airbnb that’ll cost you $650
Hanging by a flimsy rope, this platform sitting off a cliff is one of the scariest ways to spend a night but some are paying hundreds to do so.
How to beat Schoolies ban
Despite the canning of the official Schoolies event, school leavers will still be able to celebrate their graduation in a ‘COVID-safe way’.
How tradie made $70k during lockdown
While most of us bunkered down baking banana bread or perfecting a dance on TikTok, this bloke put his lockdown time to good use.
Catch behind island’s lush year-long stay
While many of us continue to work from home, a picturesque island is calling on people to work remotely for up to a year.
What it’s like to stay in a hotel post COVID
A post-covid staycation may be just what the doctor ordered … especially when that staycation involves watching movies from your own private outdoor jacuzzi.
Inside Matt Damon’s $11k-a-week Airbnb
Boasting five bedrooms and a pool that links via a lazy river to an indoor lagoon, this is Matt Damon’s Airbnb home – and it will soon be up for rent.
My shock find in top hotel’s bathroom
There are plenty of handy things hiding in hotel bathrooms — but after checking-in to my room at Australia’s number one hotel I never expected to find this.
Idea like this could land you $150k
If you’ve always dreamt of becoming Australia’s answer to Kevin McCloud, here’s your chance to create your own amazing Airbnb space.
Suburban Aussie hotel a world best
According to cool travel site, Mr and Mrs Smith, the best hotel in the world is hidden just behind a suburban Australian beach
$113 house should be your next holiday
If you’re looking for some holiday inspiration, look no further. Because this Airbnb house is one of the prettiest – and most popular – we’ve seen.
Travel company’s sneaky ad trick
Popular travel website Trivago has been slammed for using a ranking system to mislead consumers about cheap hotel deals.
VIDEO: Chris Hemsworth’s 20min hotel workout
Think it’s too hard to exercise on holiday? The man responsible for Thor’s epic bod reveals how to stay fit on the road from your hotel room.
Why you should always send this email
As many of us get ready for the holiday period, there’s one email you should be sending before switching on your out of office.
Avoid this spot in your hotel room
They may look clean and fresh, but there’s a pretty gross reason why you should avoid taking a seat when staying at in a hotel room.
Fury at house guest’s insane demands
A woman has shared the long list of ridiculous complaints and demands from her brother-in-law when he stayed at her home for three days.
Mum’s brutal response to text message
A teenager who was enjoying a night away with her boyfriend has received a hilarious text message from her mum when she sent a snap of the room.
Stunning TripAdvisor rort exposed
A derelict pub is still getting TripAdvisor reviews five years after it closed, its owners says, as the company reveals how many reviews are actually fake.
Hostie’s brilliant hotel room hack
If you’re worried about one day leaving something behind in your hotel room, this flight attendant has a great bit of advice for you.
Hotel tricks to lure us away from Airbnb
In a war to claw back at the millions of millennials who travel the world each and every day — a growing number of hotels have a cheeky new tact.
One thing to wear for a hotel upgrade
Hotel experts have revealed what they look for when it comes to upgrading guests — and one of the things is what kind of jewellery you wear.
The hotel that will cost you $775k
Looking more like a spaceship, and not much bigger than a small studio apartment — this hotel will cost you hundreds of thousands.
Guests furious at hotel’s secret
A hotel has left guests fuming after they arrived at the premises to find it was hiding a big secret from people who had been reading five-star reviews.
Horrific find in hotel coffee machine
A guest staying at a hotel has made a disgusting discovery in his coffee machine as he tried to make his morning cuppa in his room.
Lie in this Airbnb ad cost host $177k
A man who made six figures from his Airbnb rental property has been forced to pay it all back after his property listing lie was exposed.
Inside Australia’s $150 ‘smartest’ hotel
These days, you can’t get much for $150 when booking a hotel. But this new concept will completely change they way you book your next getaway.
Host’s insane list of bathroom rules
An Airbnb guest has shared a long list of do’s and don’ts for using the bathroom, and it’s sparked a fierce debate.
China’s answer to hotel question
If you’ve ever jumped into bed while staying at a hotel and wondered when the sheets had last been washed, well, now you will be able to tell.
Big problem with staying at 5-star resort
Spending time at the hotel is not normally on the top of your holiday wishlist. And that’s why these resorts are such a dilemma.
Scary truth behind ‘luxury’ hotel
It looks like a luxurious accommodation spot fitted out with a casino, pool and designer shops. But there’s one catch to this ritzy hotel.
Holiday photo you should always take
We’re booking holiday stays on sites like Airbnb more than ever, but it’s left us at risk of many tricky scams. Here are ways to beat the tricksters.
Don’t make the bed before you check out
Hotel housekeepers have revealed some insider secrets about their job, including this surprising confession about the bedsheets.
Sneaky fee could double your trip cost
You’ve found the perfect place at a bargain price, you’ve paid in full — and then you’re slugged a hefty extra fee. This is the hidden charge you need to watch.
Hotel shamed over leaked room sign
A hotel has been slammed on social media after a leaked sign revealed unmarried couples are banned from sharing a room together.
Favourite hotel perk on the way out
It’s one of the first things we look for after checking into a hotel room. But their days could be numbered.
Ellen’s desperate plea for hotel boycott
Ellen DeGeneres has made a desperate plea and called on people to boycott hotels around the world owned by the Sultan of Brunei.
Painful Airbnb mistakes Aussies make
It’s a wildly popular way to travel, but most Australians are confused about Airbnb — and our crucial errors are causing us pain and costing us money.
Inside Harry and Meghan’s $4.5m weekender
Talk about lush. Here’s a sneak peek at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s country escape, which they call their home away from home.
‘Terrible’ hotel slammed for fake rating
A hotel has been criticised for misleading customers with a ‘four star rating’ despite receiving multiple negative reviews online.
Chilling problem with this Airbnb photo
It was a day before a family staying at an Airbnb home noticed something unsettling in this room. When they complained, they got a surprising response.
Surprising answer to commuter chaos
Road accident? Train delay? Australian cities are feeling the squeeze during our daily commute. Could this be the answer to our woes?
Who in their right mind would stay here?
Room 19 in this central London hotel is making headlines for all the wrong reasons, as these startling pictures show.
Sneaky way hotels punish us
IT’S something that most of us do, but a travel expert claims hotels have ways to penalise those who choose to book online.
Shocking truth about the minibar
HOTELS in this tourist area have banned minibars because of a sneaky thing tourists keep doing. You’ll never look at those little bottles the same way again.
Man jailed for posting fake reviews on TripAdvisor
TRIPADVISOR says the jail sentence handed to a fraudster who posted fake reviews for money was a “landmark case for the internet”.
Holiday photo you should always take
THIS clever travel hack could end up saving you from a lot of holiday drama, so get your camera ready.
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