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24 Of The Best Hotels In Singapore Worth Booking In 2025

From luxury hotels to pocket-friendly prices, OB真人视讯 has rounded up the best hotels in Singapore in 2025.

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The Best Perth Hills Airbnbs For A Weekend Getaway

An easy drive from the CBD, the Perth Hills are the ideal escape for those wanting a weekend away from the hustle and bustle of city life. 

Restaurants

11 Swan Valley Restaurants Perfect For A Long Lunch In 2025

While a trip to the Swan Valley can often mean battling the boozed-up party buses, don't let that scare you off. There are some seriously exceptional dining experiences to be had!

Travel

Heyscape Denmark

Heyscape is proving once and for all that size doesn’t matter. WA’s very own tiny-cabins crew have just added even more off-grid accommodation to their cabin famiglia, launching a trio of cabins in idyllic Denmark.

Cafes

The Lunch Shack

We’re officially calling it—this new retro-inspired lunch bar in Margaret River is flipping some of the best breakfast burgers in the South West. And with a motto of “Flipping Good Food,” it’s easy to see why locals are already flocking to this spot, led by the friendly trio Liz, Miki and Arlo. 

Cafes

Coffee Heads

Big call, but the roast chicken roll at Coffee Heads might just be our favourite thing to come out of 2023. The warm, succulent roast chicken, the herby remoulade, the slightly toasted potato bun—it's giving rooster roll nostalgia in the very best way and is the one thing we'll always make time for on a road trip down south.

Local Escapes

16 Farm Stays In WA For Your Next Rural Escape

What better way to take a load off than by chucking on your gumboots and embracing the outdoors with a farm stay? Like a loyal sheepdog (but with a little less of a penchant for running) we’ve rounded up the best farm stays from the Perth Hills to Denmark and everything in between.

Local Escapes

WA’s Best Tiny Homes For Your Next Off-Grid Escape

Tiny houses are all you need for the perfect off-grid getaway. Fully stocked with kitchens, bathrooms, beds and drop-dead gorgeous views, they’re the perfect excuse for a spontaneous road trip. 

News

The Tiny Cabin Stays Bringing Big Appeal To Denmark

“What’s the deal with tiny cabins, anyway?”

Restaurants

Mandoon Estate

Just 25 minutes from Perth, Mandoon Estate has established itself as a must-visit Swan Valley destination for wining and dining. 

Bars & Pubs

Busselton Pavilion

It’s time to line up a road trip, as the south west’s long-awaited Busselton Pavilion has just thrown open its doors. The brand, spanking new multi-use venue comes from hospo powerhouse, John Parker (The Royal Hotel, Fleur, Willi’s Wine Bar, The Standard and Dandelion) and includes a restaurant, pub, private dining rooms, wine shop and in-house distillery, with enough space for 500 guests inside the breezy heritage-style stunner.

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Tradewinds

Perched across from the Swan River in East Fremantle, the iconic Tradewinds Hotel is definitely one of our favourite spots for a Freo stay. 

Features

A Revamped Denmark Hotel Brings Cosy Chic To The Great Southern

Just one year shy of its 100th birthday, the Denmark Hotel is in the best shape of its life. Standing on the corner directly opposite the Denmark River since 1926, it’s back open and pouring pints after a four-month-long transformation that’s got the approval of locals. 

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The Best Things To Do In Denmark For 2023

From romantic cabins and top-notch food to world-class attractions and loads of wine, here the best things to do in Denmark, Western Australia. 

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10 Beautiful Swan Valley Stays To Book In 2024

We've put together some of the most beautiful romantic staycay options in the Swan Valley, so you can sneak away into the lush greenery and vineyards awaiting you less than an hour away from the city (yay for no giant road trips).

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Samphire Rottnest

Don't get us wrong, we love the heritage charm of Rotto's classic bungalows, but it's impossible to ignore the luxury of Samphire Rottnest, the first and only boutique accommodation on the island.

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The Adnate

Perth has scored its very first Art Series Hotel featuring the work of Matt Adnate, an incredible Australian street artist who’s known for his moving multicultural portraits.

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The Alex Hotel

Sitting in the cultural heart of Perth, The Alex Hotel is the perfect spot in Northbridge for those who like to eat, drink and be merry. The rooms are like little sanctuaries, but if you like a more social experience, you can kick back in the shared communal spaces. The Alex has lounge rooms, outdoor terraces and a roof garden for you to enjoy, where they offer wine, craft beer, artisan spirits, books and locally roasted coffee. There’s bike hire if you feel like going for a ride, and Shadow Wine Bar downstairs when its cocktail hour. You don’t get much better than that.

Local Escapes

The Most Romantic Getaways In WA To Book Right Now

There are some seriously romantic finds in here and no matter what your style; we have you covered.

Local Escapes

The Best Airbnbs For Large Groups Across WA

We’ve pulled together a list of all the best big Airbnbs in the best spots around WA, so you can start planning your squad’s highly anticipated road trip.

Travel

Life In The Fast Lane

As the action revs up on the track, we'll show you how to ace the off-track scene

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QT Perth

If you’re a lover of the finer things in life, QT Hotel in Perth is the hotel for you. 

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Aloft Perth

The first of its kind in Australia, Aloft Perth has popped up in Rivervale, making staycations all the more appealing. With sweeping views of the city, Perth Hills and the Swan River, Aloft is a vision of W Hotels, so you can expect uber-stylish rooms, all the modern luxuries and vibrant open spaces.

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COMO The Treasury

This contemporary luxury hotel in Perth's CBD will make you never want to return home. Not only does COMO The Treasury feature a spa, gym, pool, library and the most elegant rooms and rooms you’ll ever lay eyes on; it's also home to some amazing dining options. Rooftop restaurant Wildflower serves up contemporary cuisine with beaut local produce; Post offers relaxed dining with modern Aussie cuisine; and Treasury Lounge and Bar is the perfect spot to kick back with a beer, wine or cocktail. So many activities.

Features

The Lodge Wadjemup Brings a New Era of Laid-Back Luxury to Rottnest

Rotto's new family-friendly retreat, The Lodge Wadjemup, is now open on the island, where considered design and elevated hospitality take centre stage, and winter getaways are equally appealing as the warm weather ones. 

Features

Savour The Flavours Of The Mediterranean At Bunker Bay鈥檚 New Coastal Gem, Ilma Beach House

From the team behind Meelup Farmhouse, ilma Beach House has arrived in Bunker Bay, bringing Mediterranean charm and a feast of locally inspired dishes to Western Australia’s stunning South West coast.

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Hougoumont Hotel

Pencil in the Hougoumont Hotel if you’re keen for a weekend of dining and drinking in Fremantle. This boutique hotel is nestled right in the heart of the port city, and is a stone’s throw from the cappuccino strip, markets, and Freo’s best restaurants and bars. With luxury rooms and super-friendly staff, this is perfect spot for a cultural vaycay to soak up everything this harbour city has to offer.

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Tribe

Popping up in West Perth in early 2017, Tribe already has big plans to expand to Adelaide and Tasmania, they're just that good! Located right next to Kings Park and only a hop, skip and a jump away from some of the best restaurants in Perth's CBD, you'll be wishing you lived here. The rooms are simple but stunning, the communal space is homely (but much nicer than your actual home, face it) and if you don't want to go out to eat, there's a restaurant and bar there. Fab. 

Bars & Pubs

The Local Hotel

Located on South Terrace in the old Seaview Hotel, The Local is fresh, relaxed and the menu gives all your favourite pub grub classics an interesting makeover. It's the perfect spot for a quick midweek drink or a lazy Sunday lunch. 

Australia

Here’s How To Make The Most Of A Weekend Trip To Melbourne This Year

Is a city break in Melbourne calling your name? Whether it’s the arts and culture scene, the world-class dining or a sporting event that’s caught your interest, there’s plenty of reasons to head to the city—and we know just how to make the most of your time.

Features

Aussie Surfboard Shaper Nev Hyman On The Power Of Community On The Coast

Now a cornerstone of Australian surf culture, Nev’s story is one of passion, craftsmanship and an unrelenting connection to the waves.  

Travel

Our Travel Editor’s Guide To Australia’s 50+ Best Places To Stay In 2025

Ready to plan your next getaway? Discover the top 50 places to stay in Australia for 2025, from secluded forest cabins to luxurious beachside resorts.

Travel

50 Of The Best Things To Do In Bali In 2025

Where the Bintangs are cheap and the people are super friendly.

Local Escapes

14 Of WA’s Best Airbnbs To Check Into In 2025

Western Australia is the largest and sunniest state in the country. With 20,781km of coastline, picturesque old towns and incredible wildlife, it's no surprise it’s home to some of the most ‘gram-worthy Airbnb properties out there.

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8 Last-Minute Airbnbs Near Perth You Can Still Book For A Christmas Break Staycay

Christmas festivities got you in need of a vacay? Make it a staycay! While you’d be right in thinking a heap of Airbnbs are already booked out, we’ve searched far and wide to find the last few remaining gems here in Perth, so you can take a beat to reset and refresh with a last minute stay. Days spent by the beach, nights out experiencing the finest places to eat and drink and a chance to rest and recharge - sounds like pure bliss.

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Six Last-Minute Airbnbs You Can Still Book For A Chrissy Getaway Around Regional WA

Itching to get out of Perth this Christmas? We’ve got you! While there’s only a handful of Airbnbs left around the state, we’ve uncovered some absolute treasures to get you ready to celebrate your Christmas in style. 

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25 Dreamy Things To Do In Broome Aside From Slam Mango Daiquiris All Day

White sandy beaches, warm nights, dreamy sunsets and palm trees galore. Broome is big on tropical vibes and the ideal spot to knock back daiquiris by the pool. But when you're ready to hop out of your cabana, there's plenty of other awesome things to do in Broome.

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The 20 Best Margaret River Wineries To Sip At Right Now

‘So many roads. So many detours. So many choices. So many mistakes.’ Just as Sarah Jessica Parker once said of life, so is true for the Margaret River wine region. As beautiful as the place is, it’s a rabbit warren, and if you’re not careful you can spend more time chucking U-turns or detouring around the (very large) block than sipping on vino. There’s so much to choose from: so many signs, so many labels, so many gold and silver medals on things. And while it’s hard to go wrong since you’re surrounded by so many world-renowned wines, when you do make a mistake, it can be awfully disappointing for the very same reason.

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17 Awesome Things To Do On Rottnest Island

Rottnest is like a collage of born and bred Perth peeps’ memories—running free and wild as a kid without halting to mum’s orders, first kisses on Pinky’s beach, partying from sunrise til sunset and in between at school leavers, boat trips (if you’re lucky) that provide the ultimate serenity of waking up to the rocking of the ocean’s gentle breaths and (if you’re fit) running on to the soft sand of Thomson’s Bay after completing the epic 20-kilometre journey of the channel swim.

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The Best Perth Hotels To Check Into In 2025

Whether you're a Perth local in desperate need of a staycation or you're an out of towner looking for a Perth hotel that's a bit special, you'll want to book yourself a few nights at one of these stunning boutique hotels in Perth.

Travel

Here’s Everything To Eat, See and Do At This Coastal Spot Just An Hour From Perth

If you’re looking for a waterside holiday destination that won’t break the bank this summer, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better candidate than Mandurah.

Local Escapes

8 Essential Steps To Prep For Your Next Outdoor Adventure

Winter’s finally packing up and the lure of an outdoor getaway has never been stronger.

What's On

Win A Luxe Fully-Furnished Claremont Home So You Can Live Like A Baller Every Day

What if we told you that you could fulfill that pipe dream of being a homeowner without cutting back on your smashed avo? 

Things To Do

This Seaside Fine Diner Is The Perfect Excuse For A Winter Ferry Trip To Rottnest

Ready for the most blissful of winter breaks and to indulge in all things island life? Visit Rottnest Island this chilly season and say hello to a slice of local paradise.

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The Best Dog-Friendly Camping Spots In WA For You And You Pup

What do you do when you want to get away for the weekend, but don’t want to spend a small fortune on accommodation? You go camping.

Local Escapes

The Best Road Trips To Take Within 2 Hours Of Perth

We're pretty blessed with incredible camping, fishing and picnicking spots dotted around our great state, and luckily for us, there’s plenty to explore without straying too far from home.

Food & Drink

The Best Margaret River Restaurants To Visit Right Now

With so many incredible restaurants, bars and cafes all serving up some of the best food and drinks you’ll ever consume in your life, it’s a challenge to decide exactly where to go. Let us help.

Travel

The Best Things To Do On Rottnest Island In Winter

There’s something special about travelling during the wintertime. Being greeted by the crisp and energising air each morning, hiking through quiet trails and only hearing the crunch of leaves beneath your feet, strolling along the beach without another soul in sight, and of course, enjoying a whisky by the fire. It’s hard to beat that feeling. 

Things To Do

6 Ways To Decompress Outdoors This Winter That’ll Get Your Blood Pumping

To help you get out there in the colder months, we teamed up with Kathmandu to uncover a fresh slew of outdoor activities that'll fend off the frost. 

Local Escapes

18 Steamy WA Stays With Outdoor Baths And Spas

Book yourself into one of these 21 Airbnbs with outdoor baths or spas. You’ll be feeling relaxed in no time. 

Travel

Hit The Road In These Seriously Cool Campervans For Hire In Western Australia

These tiny homes on wheels come equipped with everything you need and more.

Things To Do

How To Spend A Long Weekend In Freo And Rotto, According To A Local

Heritage buildings, waterfront views, vibrant streets, colourful characters and an always-evolving food and drink scene—there’s no place quite like Fremantle. 

Travel

Light Up The Night | Everywhere To Eat, Stay And Play On Your Vivid Vacay

See Sydney in a brand new light this year with our guide to the best spots to eat, stay, and play on your Vivid adventure.

Local Escapes

This Busselton Beachside Resort Is Offering An Epic Stay And Dine Deal For Winter

Just 100 metres from the beautiful Geographe Bay, Broadwater Resort offers a range of accommodation options for every kind of getaway.

Local Escapes

The Most Beautiful Places To Visit In Western Australia In 2024

With every negative, there is a positive and while we’re missing international travel, we have to say, we’re pretty blessed when it comes to amazing places to visit here in WA. With wineries down south, red dirt and waterfalls up north and beautiful beaches no matter where you look, there’s really no need to go anywhere else. 

Local Escapes

Margaret River’s Best Breweries And Distilleries

What’s brewing down south? Plenty, it seems. The range of hopped up suds and strong spirits has grown, giving plenty of reason for shaking things up next time the weekend escape is within reach.

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11 Epic WA Station Stays To Add To Your Bucket List

If serenity, adventure and wilderness are at the top of your 2024 wanderlust bucket list, there's really no better way to explore our incredible backyard than with a station stay in Western Australia/Whadjuk country.

Travel

This Jaw-Dropping Jewel Cave Is One Of Our Top Aussie Road Trip Stops For 2024

Whether you’re looking for an eventful vacation or a leisurely cruise along the shore, there’s a road trip across this spectacular country to suit your style.

Travel

How To Book Your Next Holiday With Qantas And Pay Later In 2024

We all deserve to soar into the sunset as often as our jobs and lives allow, so this year, there’s a new plan of attack: staggered spending. 

Local Escapes

The Best Things To Do In The Perth Hills

With camping and picnicking back on the cards for West Aussies, we’re all feeling more at east about exploring our own backyard again. While we’re still confined to the Perth and Peel region for now, there are so many things to do in the Perth Hills, making it the perfect place to start your local adventures.

Local Escapes

Your Guide To The Best Accommodation In Busselton

From beachside to resorts to glamping and Airbnbs, there’s quite literally something to suit every style in Busso.

Food & Drink

11 Swan Valley Wineries To Sip Through This Weekend

In our opinion, winery hopping is about more than the quality of the drop, it’s really all about the experience. At these Swan Valley wineries, you can paddle in a lake, make your own wine labels and harvest honey; all while enjoying delicious vino to boot. 

Travel

The Best Luxe Domestic Holiday Packages Under $1,000 You Can Book This Week

We’ve done the digging and found a bunch of truly epic travel packages from the legends at Webjet for $1000*—flights included!

Local Escapes

18 Last-Minute Airbnbs Near Perth You Can Still Book For Easter 2024

While many of the most popular Airbnbs are already booked out, we’ve managed to uncover some absolute gems still available throughout long weekend hot spots like Margaret River, Pemberton, Bridgetown and their surrounding regions. 

Activities & Itineraries

Everything You Need To Know About This Year’s Spectacular Karijini Experience

There is truly no better way to experience the magic of Country, than a visit to this year’s Karijini Experience.

Travel

Hit The Road And Uncover The Places And Faces Of WA鈥檚 Best Road Trip

What makes the perfect road trip? While a cracking playlist, premium snacks, excellent company and comfy pants are essential, the most important element of your roadie is not the destination, but the adventure that happens along the way. Most importantly—the places and faces you encounter on your journey. And while it’s easy to map out the k’s you’re going to cover, those special ‘pinch me’ moments that happen at each of your pitstops can be a little harder to plan—unless you’re reading this guide, then don’t worry because we’ve got you covered.

Cafes

The Best Cafes And Bakeries In Busselton

Whether you’re settling in for a beachside weekend escape, or just stopping past on your way further down south, we know that no road trip is complete without the mandatory stop off, so we’ve put together a list of just some of the tastiest places around to feed those hungry bellies.

Local Escapes

Go Behind WA’s Most Beautiful Cellar Door On This Lush Vineyard Tour And Degustation For $280

It seems fitting that one of Margeret River’s most prestigious wineries is home to arguably the south west's most beautiful cellar doors, not to mention a seriously stunning degustation. But what might surprise you is how down-to-earth and approachable the wine experiences are at Voyager Estate.

Local Escapes

6 Awesome Natural Wine Producers You Need To Try In The Swan Valley

The Swan Valley may be better known as a destination for hen-dos than for quality wines, but there’s a new group on the vineyard block hoping to change that perception. Meet the “Swan Garagistas”.

Local Escapes

The Best Swan Valley Breweries To Hit This Weekend

Get ready to sip in style, because we're about to spill the tea on the ultimate brew havens in our very own Swan Valley and its giving stunning views and world class brews. 

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Meet de’sendent, Margaret River’s Intimate New Farm-To-Table Fine Diner

Known for its enviable cellar doors, lush dining scene and striking coastline, Margaret River already has plenty of breathtaking drawcards. But its latest opening—a paddock-to-plate fine diner with just 35 seats—is just the excuse you need to book your next south west escape.

Local Escapes

All The Best Things To Do, Eat And See In Esperance

Esperance is home to 500km of dazzling coastline dotted with glorious white sandy beaches, epic surf breaks, awe-inspiring walks and trails plus plenty of unique flora and fauna, making it a must-visit for all West Aussies. 

Local Escapes

The Best Things To Do In Busselton This Summer

Jaw-dropping swimming beaches and easy access to all the good stuff Margaret River's food and wine region has to offer make Busselton a beaut spot for a cruisy weekend away.  

Travel

20 Of WA’s Best Camping Sites To Pitch A Tent At

We really are blessed with some of the world’s most stunning scenery in WA and there's no denying camping is the best way to see it all. Start planning, these are the best camping spots in WA. 

Travel

4 Of Adelaide鈥檚 Best Neighbourhoods For Sun-Soaked Sips And Luxurious Long Lunches This Summer

Adelaide is a bustling melting pot of eclectic wine bars, Nonna-approved pasta joints, vibrant markets and an inspiring arts scene that has so much for visitors to uncover.

Local Escapes

Here’s Where To Watch The Sunset In Perth

It may be fleeting, but it's without doubt one of the most breathtaking and relaxing ways to end your day. Here in Perth, we are the lucky ones when it comes to a glorious sunset.

Local Escapes

10 Dreamy Fremantle Airbnbs To Book With Your Besties This Summer

Stunning heritage homes, beautiful beaches, trendy bars and restaurants serving up downright delicious eats make Fremantle Perth's most charming and eccentric neighbourhood.

Local Escapes

10 Of The Best Yallingup Airbnbs For A Luxe Group Getaway

When it comes to coastal getaway destinations, Yallingup is hard to beat. Famous for its dramatic coastlines, ancient caves, and close proximity to some of the best restaurants and wineries in the South West, this beachside town is a crowd-pleaser all year round.

Travel

From Chasing Waterfalls To Outdoor Treks, Our Top Australian Adventures For 2023

As the weather warms up across the country, even us extreme homebodies are itching for adventure. We want sun, fresh air, and breathtaking natural beauty that makes us forget our worries. Ready to hit the trails and become reacquainted with mother nature? 

Things To Do

7 Outdoor Adventures You Need To Have In Perth This Summer

From soaring through the sky to braving bubbling river rapids below, there’s an active experience in Perth with your name on it.

Features

Meet Southcamp, Dunsborough’s Slick New Tiny Home Village, Brewhouse And Cafe

Let us introduce you to Southcamp, Dunsborough’s brand new holiday hub. Offering bespoke tiny home and apartment accommodation alongside a brewhouse, cafe and grocer, the new Southcamp village is ticking all the boxes and then some. 

Local Escapes

25 Must-Try Dunsborough Restaurants, Bars And Cafes

It may only be a three-hour drive south, but you can count on a few magical things happening in that time. The ritual stop at Bunbury farmers market, someone requests a sixth petrol-station-pee-break (and gives you an excuse to stock up on snacks) and finally the arrival to the pearly gates that is Tas's Bakery for that post-drive pick-me-up.

Local Escapes

Treat Yourself To One Of Margaret River’s Best Degustations For Under $100

In the heart of Wilyabrup Valley, Hay Shed Hill is an absolute must-visit next time you’re down south. A seriously stunning winery which single-handedly proves that Margaret River is worthy of its reputation for pristine wine, incredible food and breathtaking landscapes, you’ll want to make a booking stat. 

Cafes

9 Swan Valley Breakfast Spots Worth Waking Up Early For

You're probably well aware that the Swan Valley is big on wineries and breweries, but did you know the Valley kills the breakfast game too? Yep, only a 30 minute drive from the city, this delicious pocket of Perth has a lot to offer in the am, including some of the best pancakes, avo smashes and lattes in the west.

Travel

Dust Off Your Passport鈥擮B真人视讯 Vacays Has Arrived

Dust off your passport—OB真人视讯 Vacays has arrived. 

Bakeries & Delis

WA’s Best Country Bakeries To Hit On Your Next Road Trip

There’s nothing like stumbling into a warm and welcoming little country bakery, only to taste their assorted homemade pastries or stacked chicken and salad rolls and realise you’ve hit the jackpot.

Local Escapes

The Best Dunsborough Airbnbs To Book This Summer

With some of the south's best beaches and wineries to visit, it would be a mistake to underestimate the beauty of the Dunsborough region. So, you've decided to visit, but where are you going to stay? 

Local Escapes

10 Busselton Airbnbs For Your Next Summer Getaway

Looking for a beachside Airbnb in Busselton? We got you.

Local Escapes

The Best Fremantle Hotels For Your 2024 Stay

Whether you’re wanting to book a staycation in our beloved port city or are browsing your options from further afield, Fremantle has some stunning accommodation picks up for grabs. 

Travel

6 Ways To Travel More For Less This Year

We know, it feels like everyone is enjoying their Euro Summer adventures right now and the itch for a holiday is stronger than ever. If you're thinking of planning a getaway, we've teamed up with AGL Energy to compile a savvy list of tips and tricks to help you optimise your out-of-office hours while minimising your eco-footprint. 

Local Escapes

The Best Hotels In Perth’s CBD For Your Next City Stay

We’ve donned many a fluffy robe to bring you this comprehensive list of the very best hotels in the Perth CBD. Time to get reacquainted with Perth city and start planning your next holiday.

Travel

Enjoy A Moment Of Zen Among Nature At This Island Destination This Winter

Rottnest Island is the winter getaway you’ve been sleeping on, serving up stunning views, adorable wildlife sightings and unforgettable experiences year-round.

Local Escapes

Fine Vines Is The 10-Day Wine Fest Taking Over Margaret River This Spring

In the only news you need to hear this week, a massive new 10-day festival is coming to Margaret River this Spring dedicated to all things wine. From tastings and tours, masterclasses, dinners and exclusive drops, Fine Vines Festival is here to make your wine-loving dreams come true.

Australia

Your Local Guide To The Best Of The Margaret River Region

Walk the Cape to Cape Track and stay in beachside retreats.

Features

Denmark WA Could Be Getting Australia’s First Cannabis Health Retreat

Denmark’s already got plenty of big drawcards, but soon a proposed new cannabis health retreat (an Australian first) could attract even more visitors to the region.

Local Escapes

Where To Go Glamping Around Perth And WA

Whether you are planning a romantic vacation, a long weekend with your crew or a family adventure, we've dug up some of the best glamping getaways located in and around Perth. Think sweeping properties, bubble tents with uninterrupted views of the night sky and more.

Local Escapes

20 Awesome Things To Do In Pemberton And Manjimup

From mountain bike trails to whiskey bars, adult sized playgrounds to foodie heaven, you’ll find your dream break in WA's Southern Forests. Read on for our top picks to visit, including the best new spots and some of the most unexpected experiences.

Travel

The Best Airbnbs In Perth For Every Type Of Stay

Whether you’re new in town or looking to spruce up your next city staycation, you’ll want to hang around for these amazing Airbnbs. From whimsical treehouses with stained glass windows to panoramic coastal penthouses, we have your next Perth adventure covered.

Travel

How To Set Up Your Campsite Like A Pro This Festival Season

With help from BCF curate the perfect campsite this festival season.

Local Escapes

The Best Airbnbs In Pemberton And The Southern Forests

Home to tranquil lakes, waterfalls and towering karri trees, Pemberton and the Southern Forests is a pretty magical spot for a relaxing weekend away. 

Local Escapes

The Best Stays In Esperance For Your Next Seaside Escape

There’s a lot to love about the remote coastal town of Esperance. Boasting some of the country’s best beaches, epic surf spots, striking wildflowers and a burgeoning food and drink scene, the 700km journey from Perth is absolutely worth the short flight or long drive. 

Local Escapes

Chase The Sun To Coral Bay For Humpback Whales And Outback Showers

Coral Bay is the ultimate ocean lover’s paradise. A tiny little town perched upon a white sandy beach with turquoise blue waters and a reef that will make your jaw drop—it really is what dreams are made of.

Local Escapes

A Local鈥檚 Guide To The Kimberley For Your Next Adventure Getaway

From stunning lakeside stays to the best craft brews in Broome.

Local Escapes

Start Planning A Summer Escape To WA’s Best Kept Seaside Secret, Bremer Bay

If you’ve done Margs, Denmark, Esperance, and everywhere in-between well we’ve got a little secret for you. There’s a spot on the seaside, with plenty to do (or not do), five hours from Perth.

Local Escapes

50 Of The Best Things To Do In Margaret River

Margaret River. Margies. Margs. Call it what you like but there no question, it’s a home away from home for most Perthites. There’s heaps to choose from; whether it’s the annual holiday with the fam, a girls trip before the silly season hits or a last minute romantic getaway. Take a peak at our list of the top 50 things to do in Margaret River and be sure to check out some of the below on your next trip “douth”…

Local Escapes

13 Awesome Spots to Eat And Drink In Broome

A trip up to Broome is about more than camel rides and breathtaking landscapes. With a vibrant pan-Asian history and ever-evolving mix of cultural influences, the jewel of the Kimberly is a treasure trove of enticing flavours and epic eats that you won't want to miss.

Local Escapes

13 Of The Best Luxury Escapes Across Perth And WA

You'll find plenty of exceptional getaways across WA, but for those craving a fully immersive escape that will make you forget all about everyday life, you really can beat a good luxury stay. 

Local Escapes

Soak Up Every Inch Of Horizontal Falls On This Uber-Luxe Overnight Houseboat Stay

If you’re going to make the trip, you may as well go all out, right? Enter the Jetwave Pearl; the most luxurious way to spend a night on Horizontal Falls and experience every inch of magic and adventure this wonder has to offer.

Cafes

17 Of Our Favourite Cafes In Margaret River And Surrounds

Whether you're getting up early for a beach walk or surf or rolling out of bed late after a few too many cab savs, Margaret River has some cracking cafes that will deliver the caffeine and eats you need to get moving.

Local Escapes

8 Great Value Airbnbs In Perth That’ll Cost You Less Than A Night Out

Airbnb’s brand new "Rooms" offering combines all the nostalgia, affordability, and brilliance of Airbnb’s original concept with a whole host of new and improved features to make the experience for both guests and hosts more seamless and enjoyable. 

Local Escapes

This Cult Food And Booze Fest Returns To The South West This Winter

WA's fave winter fest, Cabin Fever, is back in all its cosy glory. Running from Friday 15 to Sunday 24 July, the 10-day festival will see a string of mouth-watering events pop up down south, from Busselton to Margaret River—providing loads of opportunities to devour all the food, wine and beer your body can handle while getting nice 'n toasty with your fellow foodies.

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All The Best Things To Do, Eat And See In Yallingup

Get ready to sip the weekend away in some of the state’s best wineries and eat your way through the region’s best food. 

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Escape To These Cosy Cabins In The Hills And Unwind

Less than one hour from the Perth CBD a luxury retreat awaits that’s perfect for your next staycay.

Restaurants

10 Of The Best Restaurants In Busselton

Seeking some inspiration for a romantic date night dins or a casual meal out with the entire gang on holidays? Busselton is jam-packed with sweet little intimate spots as well as some fun slightly more rowdy breweries and bars ready for you to enjoy, so we’ve compiled our faves to help you get booking.

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Get Off The Grid At One Of Unyoked鈥檚 New Tiny Cabins Near Perth

If suffocating under a pile of to-do lists sums up your day-to-day vibe, you’re probably in need of some serious rest and relaxation. It’s time to unwind, and what could be further from deadlines, meetings, and spreadsheets than lush wilderness, the sounds of waves crashing, and a night under the stars? Lucky for you, tranquillity is closer than you think. 

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Escape It All At This Stunning Eco-Friendly Farm Stay In Denmark

Sustainability and luxury are two things you don’t often find in the same place, but this gorgeous rural home has them both in copious amounts.

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A Lush New Tiny Home Has Landed At One Of Margaret River’s Founding Vineyards

Situated between lush vineyards and golden fields dotted with sheep, this secluded tiny home has popped up at one of Margaret River's founding vineyards, Juniper Estates, so the location is unreal.

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10 Stunning Albany Airbnbs To Inspire Your Next Trip South

If you’re planning a road trip down to Albany (Kinjarling, as it’s known by the Menang Noongar people) then get booking asap because we’ve found the best Airbnbs on offer in this gorgeous coastal town. 

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The Best Places To Stay In Broome

Whether you’re in the mood for something luxe or feel like getting in and around nature, here’s a wrap of the best places to stay in Broome. 

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Get Dressed Up For Margaret River鈥檚 Most Beautiful Cellar Doors

Where to head for a feast for the eyes as much as a sensation for the palate? Whether you want views to wow visiting friends or a beautiful spot for a romantic interlude, here are 14 of the prettiest cellar doors to visit. 

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Stargaze From Your Outdoor Tub At This Luxe Tiny Home Less Than An Hour From Perth

Like most of us, I spend most days glued to a screen of some sort. Whether it be scrolling endlessly on social media (guilty), working away on my laptop or chilling out with good ol’ Netflix, it seems almost impossible to escape it these days. So when I got the chance to go off grid and recharge at one of Heyscape’s most beautiful tiny homes, I didn’t think twice.

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Perth鈥檚 Best Hotel Pools To Cool Off In This Summer

It’s time to book a staycation and cool off in one of Perth’s best hotel pools.

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The Best Things To Do In Collie

When it comes to road trips, most Perth peeps immediately think of the beautiful South West, and how could anyone blame us? The beaches and lakes are stunning no matter the weather, the gourmet food and wine options are plentiful and there’s a never-ending list of walking trails and Insta-worthy natural scenes to take in.

Travel

6 Travel Hacks To Help You Plan A Seamless Vacay

From sussing the best time to buy flights and accommodation to locking in the best price when you see it, we’ve got you covered from the first steps of holiday dreaming all the way through to dealing seamlessly with unexpected hiccups along the way.

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A Lush New Bodhi Spa Has Opened In Yallingup

Bodhi is no newcomer to the West Aussie day spa scene. If you’ve been lucky enough to enter one of their four cocoons of bliss throughout the Perth metro area, you’ll know that they offer some of the best treatments in town. So if you’ve booked a down south escape this summer then you are in luck: Yallingup is the newest spa location for the Bodhi wellness empire.

Things To Do

5 Calendar-Worthy Cultural Events Going Down In Sydney

Score bragging rights amongst your mates, and book yourself a ticket to these amazing cultural events in Sydney. 

Restaurants

The Best Wineries And Cideries To Explore In The Perth Hills

Not only are the Perth Hills home to some amazing cafes, restaurants and sights, they also offer up plenty of wine, cider and sparkling to cheers with your mates. The tough job will be finding a designated driver to get your up there.

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The Best Free Camping Spots In Western Australia

Camping is good for the soul—fresh air, nature and a time to really relax and wind down. What’s even better than a few nights away sleeping under the stars? When you can do it all for free. Western Australia is home to some ridiculously cool camping grounds, and we’ve rounded up eight of our favourite free ones. 

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Albany’s Best Things To Do, Eat And See

At four and a half hours from Perth; a drive to Albany is just long enough to get through that epic road trip soundtrack lined up, and still arrive in time for a cracking sunset and some salty fresh air before dinner.

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Sal Salis Is The Uber-Luxe Seaside Safari Camp Everyone Needs To Do At Least Once

You may have heard of Sal Salis, the exclusive seaside safari camp tucked away up north, wedged in between the Cape Range National Park and Ningaloo Marine Park—a World Heritage Listed site (not unlike the Amalfi Coast).