Australian experiences
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Melbourne has never lacked great hotels, but the city’s spread of accommodation has expanded into an impressive range over the past few years. A wave of new openings has pushed local design to the forefront, doubled down on luxurious digs, highlighted the city’s cultural cache, and flourished outside of the CBD.

Soak up head-to-toe pampering with heavenly treatments at the best day spas in Sydney.

A beachfront stay in Manly offers a welcome chance to recharge, with enough indulgence to make it feel like a proper holiday.

Tall London Plane trees, fascinating Art Deco architecture, and a small, peaceful beach give Elwood a great deal of character. This Melbourne suburb is home to many underrated cafes and wine bars, framed by a slower lifestyle than the rest of the vibrant city.

Visitors are often curious about how to find the best bars in Melbourne, and in a city like this, secrecy is overrated.

No matter where you find yourself in Melbourne, a world-class meal is waiting for you in one of the city’s many fine dining restaurants or tucked down a hidden laneway; you just need to know where to look.