REVEALED: Tasmania’s most expensive hotels
As Tasmania’s most famous luxury resort receives more international tourism accolades the state’s most expensive hotels and stays have been revealed. FULL LIST >>
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‘Superyacht style’ adults only cruise heading to Tasmania
From luxury cabins with outdoor showers to a champagne service that allows you to shake your phone for a bottle of bubbly, a new superyacht style cruise is heading to Tasmania. TAKE A TOUR + FULL CRUISE SCHEDULE >>
Get in quick for this ultimate gourmet getaway event
An exciting new even is set to celebrate North West Tasmania’s incredible produce, food and drink, as well as the talented creators and makers behind it. HOW TO TAKE PART >>
How to score travel vouchers for remote island off Tasmania
Tassie travel vouchers are back, this time encouraging locals and Melburnians to visit a remote foodie’s paradise in the Bass Strait. HOW TO REGISTER >>
Tassie TV star’s new dream gig
Holly Bowden has always had her heart set on being a TV travel presenter and now that she’s landed her dream job and is also able show off her home state at the same time.
Go off-roading in style in the Huon Valley
Creekside glamping in Frida the ‘75 Kombi in the Huon is a great way to enjoy the peace and serenity of the great outdoors.
Unplug and recharge at dreamy Dodges Ferry shack
Cliff Top on Park, is a gorgeous shack with sweeping ocean views and thoughtful creature comforts, perched on the cliffs of Dodges Ferry, that allows you to immerse yourself in a slower way of life by the sea.
SPOTTED: New TV series cast filming in coveted Tassie location
Cast members from an adventurous television show have been seen kayaking, fishing and oyster harvesting in a renowned Tasmanian travel destination. GLIMPSE THE ACTION >>
Take a glide on the wild side
Sipping on some of Tasmania’s finest bubbles as you cruise out to the famous Hells Gates at sunset is a magical way to spend a warm summer’s evening on the West Coast.
A dram fine spot to get away from it all on the Tasman Peninsula
If you’re keen to immerse yourself in the buzzing world of Tasmanian whisky, switch off, or simply escape to the wild and stunning Tasman Peninsula – it’s hard to look past McHenry Distillery’s new on-site accommodation.
Triabunna Barracks is reborn and rediscovered
An impeccable restoration by two former defence workers has turned the dilapidated shells of Triabunna’s former soldiers’ digs into unique and beautiful luxurious accommodation
Tassie mum documents the beauty of choosing a simple life in new book
Ever thought about selling all your possessions, ditching the daily nine-to-five grind and hitting the road to choose your own adventures? A beautiful new book documents the travels of a family who has done just that.
East Coast retreat puts the glam into camping
A new glamping retreat on Tasmania’s East Coast offers guests the best of both worlds – a truly elemental experience along with all the comforts.
Derwent Valley farm stay is a slice of paradise worth flocking to
Hamilton farm stay Curringa offers the perfect way to experience a true working farm as well as being an idyllic rural getaway
Hobart’s latest luxury hotel adds an extra touch of class to the city
An opening night look at Hobart’s swanky new establishment, The Tasman, reveals a spectacular and modern hotel that honours the history of the original site while treating guests to a truly luxurious five-star experience.
Voucher scheme windfall for tourism industry
A travel voucher scheme aimed at luring mainlanders to Tasmania injected tens of millions of dollars into the state’s economy, the government has revealed.
‘Why is ‘cruising’ being excluded from our life choices?’
A Gold Coast couple who flew overseas to holiday on cruise ships say the industry’s ban must end, as they reveal what life is now like on board. SEE THE PHOTOS.
Travel less likely now than in 2020
A year of snap lockdowns and border restrictions have left Aussies less likely to travel interstate than they were 12 months ago.
Private island getaway a feast for the senses
A new collab between some of Tasmania’s most deluxe tourist operators is giving holidaymakers the chance to experience their very own superstar moment.
Bumper schedule for sailings and flights launched
Nearly a dozen new sailings plus a new Qantas service into Burnie have been launched to help meet demand for travel into the state’s north. LATEST SERVICES >>
Unwind and indulge on island paradise in our own backyard
How many Tasmanians know about this small island with some of the best views – and the best people – in the world, only a stone’s throw from their front door? SNEAK PEEK >>
Crystal caves and old-school ways: A Huon Valley adventure back in time
If you’re like me and you don’t like change, you’ll love the Huon Valley. It has a genuine art deco pub from the 1930s and a glittering crystal cave that hasn’t changed in 40 million years, writes Amber Wilson.
Kingston Beach cafe is on to a shore thing
Inspired by a visit to a store in Bangalow, NSW, Boho – a little oasis, hidden from the street – is like a secret world full of greenery, good food and comfortable seating.
Airport pushes to host world’s biggest planes
Hobart Airport is building a case to strengthen its runway to help attract direct flights from Asia and become an international freight hub. DETAILS >>
King Island is Tasmania’s best kept secret
As borders open and Tasmanians start travelling again, there’s no better place than just a stone’s throw away — naturally beautiful, with abundant wildlife and a superb food scene >>
Sneak peek inside new Movenpick Hotel
Their announcement of a ‘Chocolate Hour’ set tastebuds salivating and now more details of the offerings at the new Movenpick hotel have been revealed. PLUS SEE THE GUEST ROOMS AND VIDEO >>
Cruise ships are coming – ready or not
The cruise industry has bullish plans for Tasmania and reckons we should embrace its return, but it should be on our own terms, writes LUKE MARTIN.
Flight from India set to land in Hobart
Tasmania’s international airport capabilities will soon be put to the test with an inbound flight from India, as part of a national effort to repatriate Aussies stuck overseas. DETAILS >>
BIG LIST: The best tourism experiences in Tassie
Cruises, wildlife experiences, wine tours and some more quirky experiences topped the big list of what people spent their ‘Make Yourself At Home’ vouchers on. SEE THE FULL LIST >>
REVEALED: Why camels crossed the Tasman Bridge this morning
Did you see camels crossing the Tasman Bridge this morning, or in the Hobart CBD afterwards? Here’s the reason why.
Hobart to New Zealand flights to take off in 2021
International flights are set to begin operating out of Hobart Airport for the first time in more than 20 years, and New Zealand is the first destination on the departures board. ALL THE DETAILS >>
How to camp in style in Tassie’s Huon Valley
Glamping is all the best bits of camping without spending hours setting up and missing creature comforts of your bed. And it’s just 30 minutes from Hobart. HOW TO BOOK A TRIP >>
Borders reopen to NSW despite more cases than Vic
Tasmania will be reopening its border to New South Wales on Friday, with uncertainty still surrounding whether the state’s opening date to Victoria will be shifted forward. LATEST >>
The new destination Tassie travellers are snapping up
With flights from Hobart to Canberra selling out, Qantas has turned its attention to a new direct destination for the first time to make the most of borders reopening. ALL THE BEST DEALS >>
What needs to happen before Tassie borders open to Victoria
The State Government has revealed a “set of criteria” that needs to be met before borders open to Victoria – with hopes it may be sooner than December 1. FULL DETAILS + LATEST >>
Flight route returns to Tassie after 16 year hiatus
A new direct flight route will return to Tasmania in little over a month after being suspended for almost two decades. WHERE YOU CAN FLY + SPECIAL OFFERS >>
The magic art of predicting rainbows
Tassie’s four-seasons-in-a-day weather makes it a perfect location for predicting spectacular aerial effects according to a man who has travelled from the other side of the world chasing rainbows.
Sneak peek inside Hobart airport’s new reno
Tasmanian food and beverage will be at the heart of Hobart Airport’s renovation – including local favourite breweries, wineries and takeaway. SEE WHAT’S PLANNED >>
Travel bubble Kiwis face Tassie quarantine
New Zealand travellers have begun arriving in Tasmania under the trans-Tasman travel bubble, but they won’t be free of the state’s quarantine restrictions.
How to grab a sky-high view of the frozen continent
Want to view Antarctica’s rugged mountains, colossal icebergs and unique wildlife for a day? Here’s how to grab a hot seat for a cool ride.
Two Tassie holiday homes in line for award
Two Tasmanian accommodation venues have made it onto a holiday homes of the year awards shortlist. Could a Tassie shack take out the gong? SEE THE VENUES PHOTOS >>
Millions of dollars of vouchers still unclaimed
Time is running out for those lucky enough to snap up a Make Yourself at Home travel voucher, with only a small percentage redeemed so far.
FLASH SALE: Three-day summer flight bonanza
Tasmanians are about to gain access to one of Australia’s hottest summer destinations on the cheap – with a top end airline. SEE THE ROUTE + FLIGHT TIMES >>
REVEALED: Tassie’s most amazing secret beaches
There’s never been a better time to discover the most gorgeous lesser-known beaches on Tasmania’s pristine 5000km coastline. Here’s our hot list for spring and summer + how to get there >>
Bars, views and classy rooms winning over locals
Since Melbourne mini-breaks are off the table for now, a staycation right in the heart of Hobart is a surprisingly affordable option for Tasmanians looking for a city escape. DETAILS >>
Sweet treat to savour
Chocolate makers deliver an out-of-the-box weekend of delight at a freshly renovated Tinderbox getaway.
Top travel magazine names Tassie as best island
There are thousands of islands in the South Pacific – and around the world – but readers of a glamorous international travel magazine think ours is the best. Bar none. SEE WHY >>
Airline drops massive sale ahead of border reopening
Tickets were snatched up for $89 flights between Hobart and Gold Coast yesterday – now an airline are preparing to launch an even cheaper deal to the mainland. SEE THE ROUTES + PRICES >>
FLASH SALE: $89 flights to tropical destination
New direct flights from Hobart to a popular interstate destination will soon begin, with a flash sale starting at midday today. PRICES, SCHEDULE + HOW TO BOOK >>
New direct flights let you discover King Island in a new light
This raw, picturesque, isolated – and welcoming – island 80km off the North-West Coast of Tassie has fresh appeal for the post-pandemic traveller. GET A SNEAK PEEK >>
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