Hobart Airport breaks passenger record to start the year
Hobart aiport has welcomed a record number of passengers for the start of the year. Find out how many people went through Tasmania’s biggest airport.
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5 best secret experiences in Japan
From sake tasting in rowboats and traditional bonfire night fishing to surreal artist installation landscapes and ancient samurai sword making, these are Japan’s top 5 secret experiences.
‘One dump site’: Are there too many visitors for Bruny Island?
As Bruny Island residents brace for a surge of visitors over the Easter period, the local community association has called for more camping facilities.
Tassie’s popularity as holiday hot spot continues to soar
Tasmania’s accommodation sector is doing a roaring trade, with hotel operators seeing near record highs for bookings in February, according to a new report.
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Like something from Storm Boy: Is this Tassie’s best beach shack?
Nestled just metres away from a stunning northern Tasmania estuary, the bird-life is ubiquitous and the fishing is even better. REVIEW + SPECIAL OFFER >>
MEGA LIST: What to do in Tasmania this winter
Regardless of whether you want to traipse through Tasmania’s wilderness, attend festivals, or stay tucked up at home in your Ugg boots, here’s an extensive collection of activities for your Tassie winter calendar. THINGS TO DO >>
Tassie’s newest destination dining hot spot worth the drive
Overlooking the ocean on Tasmania’s picturesque East Coast this inn, formerly a classic pub, is now serving delicious, simple, and seasonal food, writes TasWeekend food reviewer Alix Davis.
Favourite returns for Dark Mofo’s Winter Feast: Full list of stalls
There are some new stalls and some old favourites at this year’s Winter Feast offering everything from mutton bird to doughnuts. SEE THE FULL LIST >>>
The new distilleries thriving in Tassie’s gin boom
“Obviously it’s great to support local distilleries. But it’s actually also just outstanding quality. It’s some of the best in the world.”As the state prepares to celebrate World Gin Day, we take a look at the local distilleries booming. SEE WHAT’S NEW >>
Packing ahead of the pack
The fear of lost luggage has become far too real in recent times, making the need to pack light more important than ever.
Call to act on ‘amazing ideas’ for Hobart historic gem
The government has given an emphatic answer to calls to act on the ‘amazing ideas’ for the future of an iconic Hobart heritage site.
‘Special treat’: The hidden secret you need to visit
It was wonderful to tumble through the door and into the welcoming atmosphere of The Imbibers, a wine bar and cheese emporium full of deep leather couches, crackling log fires and no shortage of excellent booze and food, writes TasWeekend food reviewer Alix Davis.
‘Colonial era gem’: An enchanting stay at a country retreat
A small town once bypassed as a highway stop-off has emerged from its slumber to become a tourist hotspot, boasting everything from a distillery, golf club and a stylish country retreat.
Luxury off-grid farm stay in the heart of the Derwent Valley
Unwind in luxury and immerse yourself in the charm of a true Tasmanian farm experience within the heart of the Derwent Valley at 28 Gates. FULL EXPERIENCE >>
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