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Two romantic options for a boujee Melbourne Valentine’s
Make memories melding old-school romance with modern touches with one of these two Melbourne experiences this Valentine’s Day.
Downward dog meets puppy love with this one-off Brisbane event
If self care is on your New Year’s resolutions list, then this joyous event in Brisbane combining fluffy puppies with yoga zen is for you.
Melbourne’s best Australian Open hotels
Looking for a stylish Melbourne base serving up a great sleep and delicious dining, right near all the action of this year’s Australian Open? These two stunning city hotels have you covered.
6 ways to keep it merry this Christmas party season
To do or not to do this year’s work Christmas party… Jake Dimarco, founder and CEO of Sydney-based venue finding platform VenueNow, says yes!
Free spritz & rooftop summer vibes with this new deal in Brisbane
The days are longer, the drinks are colder, and it’s officially getaway season - and voco Brisbane City Centre is turning up the summer vibes with its new Sun-Chaser Package.
Summer Lovin’ five-star getaway with Kimpton Margot Sydney’s new package
Five-star style meets rooftop pool fun with Kimpton Margot Sydney’s new Summer Lovin’ package, adding a layer of indulgence to the long days and balmy nights of a city escape.
Best places to eat on Christmas Day
Say no to hard work in the kitchen this Christmas, by enjoying lunch or dinner at one of these great restaurant locations in Sydney or Brisbane.
Event planners ignore AI, lose hours to booking venues, survey finds
Lagging AI usage among venues and event planners across Australia and New Zealand comes at a time when an increasing range of job roles are being tasked with event planning.
Savour French-Italian dining & Euro city vacay vibes with this new Stay & Dine package
Sleek and inviting Next Hotel Melbourne has launched the ultimate city escape with its new Stay & Dine package.
Two hotspots for your summer staycation
This summer it’s all about swapping the time we used to spend in airport queues for more time by the pool with a spritz in hand… and here’s two trending rooftop hotspots to do just that.
Surfers Paradise gets its favourite restaurant back
After closing earlier this year due to damage from ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, Hurricane’s Grill & Bar Surfers Paradise on the Queensland Gold Coast has reopened with a stunning new look and enhanced menu.
Best rooftops in Sydney for spring sipping
With the days getting longer and the nights warmer, it’s time to get back out there, starting with a bev at the best rooftop bars in town.
Five numinous negronis to imbibe for Negroni Week
Try these moreish negronis at some of Sydney and Melbourne’s best bars, this Negroni Week.
A new era for St Leonards’ The Tav
Sydney’s St Leonards Tavern - or “The Tav” as it’s affectionately known - has entered a new phase of life, with a fresh new look and menu.
Time to try a truffle cocktail?
Truffle in a cocktail? It might sound unexpected, but it’s proving a hit at Melbourne’s La Madonna bar and restaurant.
4 cracking cocktails to sip this World Tequila Day
Sip these standout tequila-based cocktails in Sydney or Melbourne for World Tequila Day.
An outrageously fun night out awaits with The Book of Mormon Musical x Kimpton Margot Sydney
Be blessed with a night of fun at the theatre combined with delicious dining and a luxurious stay in the city, with the new The Book of Mormon Musical “dinner, show and stay” package at Kimpton Margot Sydney.
Three Michelin-star Maaemo goes all-Australian at Berowra Waters Inn
The native bush surrounds of Sydney’s Hawkesbury River will host a rare culinary collaboration, when Norway’s three Michelin-starred Maaemo creates an entirely Australian version of its distinctive hyper-local Nordic cuisine at two-hatted Berowra Waters Inn.
Speakeasy pop-up, The Vault, opens in a secret room in Sydney
Five-star Kimpton Margot Sydney has unveiled The Vault, a hidden speakeasy pop-up, tucked inside the original strongroom of the hotel’s heritage-listed 1930s Art Deco Water Board Building.
Melbourne’s La Madonna reborn with Michelin-trained chef serving up caviar spaghetti
Melbourne restaurant, La Madonna has experienced an exciting renaissance with the launch of a new culinary concept taking a French approach to Italian cuisine.
“A great overall operator, very skilled in all aspects and was able to achieve the best possible outcome on so many occasions. Apart from being a highly proficient and professional individual, Jasmine is incredibly fun to work with as well.”
— Simon Barnett, Hotel Manager, Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts