Victoria
Good food, beautiful lakes and bush hiking: Nine highlights of Mallacoota
This picturesque seaside village in regional Victoria delights those looking for a stay that combines the bush, water and relaxation.
- by Paul Chai
Just 45 minutes from central Melbourne, get a taste of an off-limits country
Afghanistan is on DFAT’s “do not travel” list, but you can still get a delicious taste of this Central Asian country in Melbourne.
- by Belinda Jackson
The best Melbourne hotels for a staycation over the holidays
Peeling prawns and watching the cricket is great, but if you’d prefer a poolside cocktail or serene getaway, check in to one of these hotels in Melbourne and beyond.
- by Katherine Scott
★★★★
Hotel reviews
The verdict on Melbourne’s luxe new hotel with knockout dining
The 1980s called, and it wants its Jarrah back. But seriously, those deep, reddish tones are a beautiful base for design firm Kennedy Nolan’s vision.
- by Katherine Scott
Victoria’s hot springs mecca launches three luxury eco lodges
At Peninsula Hot Springs there’s a new premium accommodation experience far from the crowds, and it comes with private soaking pools.
- by Julietta Jameson
Nine reasons families are flocking to Ned Kelly’s old stomping ground
From hidden gnomes to a paw print walk, there are plenty of fun family things to do in and around Mansfield, Victoria.
- by Sue Wallace
New ‘quintessentially Melbourne’ hotel is different from the rest
Many boutique properties claim a commitment to design, but Melbourne Place is home to a who’s who of local creators.
- by Julietta Jameson
At this High Country retreat, Saturday morning never felt so good
Sauna is a saviour on a wellness weekend in Victoria’s High Country.
- by Belinda Jackson
★★★★
Hotel reviews
Melbourne’s outstanding new airport hotel is a little bit Jetsons
The current Skytrax’s World’s Best Airport Hotel better hang onto its tiara – the futuristic Novotel ibis Styles Melbourne Airport is coming for it.
- by Julietta Jameson
Hotel brand with Hollywood origins opens Melbourne’s coolest new stay
The Standard Hotels group has opened an offshoot in one of Australia’s trendiest enclaves. As rock’n’roll as this new hotel may be, it’s also comfy and homey.
- by Julietta Jameson
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