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See. Susannah Place Museum Explore four terrace houses showcasing Sydney's working-class history from multiple eras. Il Porcellino Rub the snout of this bronze boar replica for luck; it also supports Sydney Hospital. Tomaree coastal walk Hike this 27km trail for wildlife, beaches, and historic sites in Port Stephens. Gulguer National Park Visit this new park in western Sydney for Aboriginal cultural sites and natural habitats.

Eat. Sean’s in North Bondi Experience creative, intellectual cooking in a humble, profoundly special setting. AP Bakery Enjoy beautiful bread and pastries, like croissants, from their rooftop location in Surry Hills. Carriageworks Farmers’ Market Find growers, bakers, coffee artisans, and organic produce at this broad market in Eveleigh.

Stay. Capella Sydney A top-rated hotel in Australia, recognized by Condé Nast Traveler readers. Shangri-La Sydney A highly-rated hotel in Sydney, according to Condé Nast Traveler readers. The Langham, Sydney One of the best hotels in Australia, as rated by Condé Nast Traveler readers.

Condé Nast TravelerOct 16, 2026

20 Extraordinary Shops Worth Traveling For, Chosen by The Shopkeepers

From 100-year-old family-run operations to contemporary boutiques, these beautiful shops each offer a distinct sense of place and a dedication to craft.

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  • Marin MontagutSightParis, FranceGreen shop with whimsical watercolor scenes on ceramics.
  • Notary Ceramics and HomePlacePortland, United StatesOffers minimalist earthenware, porcelain lighting, and bell chimes.
  • James Smith and SonsPlaceLondon, United KingdomMaking umbrellas since 1830 with Victorian storefront.
  • TruckPlaceOsaka, JapanFlagship offers thoughtfully designed furniture and home goods.
  • Bird CoffeeCaféOsaka, JapanHomey café for a drink and donut.
  • ChommiesPlaceCape Town, South AfricaSells pet items with a painted facade and playful interiors.
  • Caza das Vellas LoretoPlaceLisbon, PortugalOne of world's oldest candle shops, operating since 1789.
  • AlaturcahousePlaceIstanbul, TurkeyFour-story townhouse transformed into a library of rugs.
  • McTavishPlaceByron Bay, AustraliaSurfboard shop and headquarters with wave-like roofline.
  • Il PapiroPlaceFlorence, ItalyFlagship on Via Camillo Cavour for hand-marbled paper goods.
  • Lulu StoriesPlaceLamu Island, KenyaBeachside shop with handwoven kikoy wraps and linen button-downs.
  • Lulu Stories HomeHotelLamu Island, KenyaRustic two-bedroom stay available for booking.
  • Iris HantverkPlaceStockholm, SwedenFlagship location for handcrafted household and cleaning brushes.
  • MoroHotelMarrakech, MoroccoBoutique hotel and shop with scents, skincare, and dresses.
  • SavapilePlaceAthens, GreeceOnly remaining straw-hat maker in Greece, founded in 1960.
  • Campbell's of BeaulyPlaceBeauly, United KingdomOutfitter with original timber counters for bespoke coats.
  • Palace AtelierPlaceJaipur, IndiaConcept store with candy-colored interior and pop art twist.
  • Calzados CorreaPlaceBuenos Aires, ArgentinaShop offering Oxford shoes and coordinating leather belts.
  • Saddler and Co.PlaceDubbo, AustraliaMinimalist shop with heirloom saddles and leather accessories.
  • Zeri CraftsPlaceSalmiya, KuwaitShop with contemporary interpretations of heritage crafts.
  • Antoinette PoissonPlaceParis, FranceStudio invoking 18th-century decorative art of domino papers.
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Lonely PlanetOct 13

The 13 Best Places to Visit in December

December is the ideal month to get away. Try these perfect winter escapes, taking in festive markets, action-packed adventures and the northern lights.

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  • La JollaNeighborhoodSan Diego, United StatesFancy neighborhood in San Diego.
  • Puerto PrincesaHotelPalawan, PhilippinesCapital of Palawan, gateway to Subterranean River.
  • El NidoNeighborhoodPalawan, PhilippinesOffers 20-plus dive sites with diverse marine life.
  • El YunqueParkPuerto RicoRainforest for hiking in Puerto Rico.
  • Bioluminescent BaySightPuerto RicoOffers dazzling after-dark kayaking.
  • RincónNeighborhoodPuerto RicoKnown for surfing in Puerto Rico.
  • San JuanNeighborhoodPuerto RicoOld town founded in 1521 with bright alleyways.
  • ViequesSightPuerto RicoLocated about 8 miles (13 km) east of the main island of Puerto Rico, it is about 20 miles (32 km) long and 4.5 miles…
  • PonceNeighborhoodPuerto RicoLively second city of Puerto Rico.
  • Coron IslandSightPalawan, PhilippinesOffers thrilling wreck diving on a sunken Japanese fleet.
  • Triglav National ParkSightSloveniaPark with thrilling landscapes for resorts.
  • Lake BledSightSloveniaMagical lake with an isle and castle.
  • HatilloNeighborhoodPuerto RicoTown known for high jinks on Día de los Inocentes.
  • Subterranean River National ParkSightPuerto Princesa, PhilippinesNavigable underground waterway through karst formations.
  • Lake BohinjSightSloveniaBeautiful lake in Triglav National Park.
  • Central Kalahari Game ReserveNature reserveBotswanaLarge reserve attracting big predators in rainy season.
  • Northern Deception ValleyNeighborhoodBotswanaArea attracting grazers and predators in the reserve.
  • EncinitasNeighborhoodSan Diego, United StatesSurfy neighborhood in San Diego.
  • Ocean BeachSuburbSan Diego, United StatesAlternative neighborhood in San Diego.
  • CulebraNeighborhoodPuerto Rico
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The GuardianOct 9

I hitchhiked from Sydney to Perth, and found comfort in the company of strangers

The lost practice of hitchhiking is a subculture, an art, and a way of travel that satisfies wanderlust like no other trip. Plus, it costs nothing Get our weekend culture and lifestyle email I’m alone, hunched over by a dusty road junction, and feeling the bite of the morning sun. I’ve already been waiting here, on the outskirts of Esperance on the south coast of Western Australia, for more tha…

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  • HitchwikiPlaceSydney, AustraliaOnline resource for hitchhiking information
  • TrustrootsPlaceSydney, AustraliaOffshoot of Hitchwiki with over 120,000 members
  • CSIROPlaceSydney, AustraliaAustralia's national science agency
  • Eyre HighwayTrailNullarbor, AustraliaHighway where Neil pulled off at a truckstop
  • 90 Mile StraightTrailNullarbor, AustraliaLongest straight road in the southern hemisphere
  • noisy scrubbirdPlaceAlbany, AustraliaOne of Australia's rarest birds
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Atlas ObscuraOct 6

Susannah Place in The Rocks, Australia

Located in The Rocks, Sydney's oldest neighborhood, the four humble terrace houses that make up Susannah Place were built in 1844 by Irish immigrants. For over 150 years, the row housed more than 100 working class families ranging from the families of Greek shopkeepers to Norwegian sailors. Having survived a bubonic plague outbreak, the resulting slum clearances, and the threat of gentrificatio…

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  • Susannah PlaceMuseumTerrace houses converted into a museum displaying snapshots in time
  • The RocksNeighborhoodSydney's oldest neighborhood
  • Susannah Place MuseumMuseumPeeled back layers, displaying houses as snapshots in time
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Condé Nast TravelerOct 6

15 Best Hotels in Australia and New Zealand 2026: Readers’ Choice Awards

Condé Nast Traveler readers rate their top hotels in Australia and New Zealand.

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  • The Ritz-Carlton, MelbourneHotelMelbourne, AustraliaExperience the gold standard of luxury at The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne.
  • Capella SydneyHotelSydney, AustraliaCapella Sydney: Luxury 5 star hotel with bespoke service, fine dining, and world-class amenities in the heart of Sydney.
  • Roki CollectionHotelUnknown, New ZealandLuxury meets adrenaline in Queenstown, the Southern Hemisphere’s adventure capital.
  • Shangri-La SydneyHotelSydney, AustraliaLocated in the Rocks overlooking views of Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge, Shangri-La Sydney offers…
  • The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, HobartHotelHobart, AustraliaTake your pick of rooms in three buildings of starkly different eras in a first-of-its-kind Hobart hotel that matches…
  • Park Hyatt AucklandHotelAuckland, New ZealandThe 2021-opened Park Hyatt Auckland looms like a glass palace beside Waitematā Harbor in Wynyard Quarter, the docklands…
  • Cordis, AucklandHotelAuckland, New ZealandThe Cordis Hotel, Auckland is a luxury hotel in Auckland, New Zealand.
  • Emporium HotelHotelUnknown, AustraliaFrom the fantastically funky red lobby to the zebra-print ironing boards, every trait of the Emporium is by design.
  • The Langham, SydneyHotelSydney, AustraliaFive-star retreat The Langham, Sydney occupies a quiet spot in historic quarter The Rocks, within walking distance of…
  • The Ritz-Carlton, PerthHotelPerth, Australia
  • W MelbourneHotelMelbourne, Australia
  • Pihopa RetreatHotelUnknown, New Zealand
  • The LouiseHotelUnknown, Australia
  • Lancemore Lindenderry Red HillHotelRed Hill, Australia
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Condé Nast TravelerOct 6

The Best Train Trips in the World: 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards

The world’s most swoon-worthy train trips, from the rugged Peruvian highlands to the romantic Canadian Rockies.

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Atlas ObscuraSep 23

Sydney’s Philanthropic Bronze Boar in Sydney, Australia

Along the sidewalks of Macquarie Street, in the shadow of the grand stone arches of Sydney Hospital, sits a striking geographical and cultural anomaly. A bronze wild boar squats above a fountain basin, its snout worn down to a polished, gleaming gold. Anyone who has ambled through the Mercato Nuovo in Florence will experience an immediate sense of déjà vu: this is an exact 1:1 scale replica of…

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The GuardianSep 23

Byron Bay’s ‘daggier neighbour’ named in Lonely Planet’s 2027 Best in Travel list

The Tweed region is easily as beautiful as nearby Byron, but without the glamour and crowds. For locals, the biggest drawcard is the community Locals in the Tweed region already knew we were a bit special, obviously. The sheer beauty of the place routinely stops you in your tracks. It turns out we are also having a moment on the world stage. Along with the Red Centre in the Northern Territory,…

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Condé Nast TravelerAug 26

For Starry Waters and Tiny Glowing Squids, Head to These Best Places to See Bioluminescence

From the dazzling atolls of the Maldives to Mexican shores via the British Isles, these are the places to add to the bucket list for waters akin to starry skies.

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Lonely PlanetAug 17

Sydney to Perth by train: What to expect on one of the world’s longest train trips

The Indian Pacific train from Sydney to Perth is one of the world

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  • Venice Simplon-Orient-ExpressPlaceVenice, ItalyHollywood actress Anna Kendrick featured in an Instagram Reel
  • Indian Pacific train journeyPlaceSydney, AustraliaAustralia's southern hemisphere version of the Orient Express
  • Nullarbor PlainSightCeduna, Australia200,000 sq km flat, nearly treeless plain, a rite of passage
  • HahndorfBarAdelaide Hills, AustraliaCute German town with a winery and meal with live entertainment
  • The GhanRestaurantAdelaide, AustraliaTrain expedition with full-day excursions in Alice Springs
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Lonely PlanetAug 14

4 fabulous road trips from Sydney to Melbourne, Australia

The most intriguing routes between Australia’s two biggest cities.

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AfarAug 10

A New National Park Is Coming to Sydney

Australia’s New South Wales government has announced plans for Gulguer National Park in western Sydney, an area that will protect Indigenous artifacts and history, natural habitats, and wildlife such ...

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Condé Nast TravelerJul 29

The Best Places to Visit in October to Extend Your Summer or Lean Into Fall

From Indianapolis to Australia, here’s where to go in October.

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Lonely PlanetJul 27

Guide to the Tweed, New South Wales

With a flourishing food scene, brand-new biking and hiking trails and pristine beaches, the Tweed might just be one of Australia

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  • Gold Coast AirportAirportGold Coast, AustraliaStraddles the border between Queensland and New South Wales.
  • Savour the TweedFestivalTweed, AustraliaOctober food festival with taste trails and art exhibitions.
  • Blue Water MotelHotelKingscliff, AustraliaFreshly renovated rooms near Kingscliff Beach.
  • Hosanna FarmstayHotelTweed, AustraliaCabins and camping where kids feed farm animals.
  • Chesson LodgeHotelUki, AustraliaLuxurious four-bedroom Queenslander in Uki.
  • Origin HouseHotelCarool, AustraliaSelf-contained property on a working coffee plantation.
  • Farm & CoRestaurantTweed, AustraliaFarm with seasonal menu and banquet lunch.
  • Husk DistilleryRestaurantTweed, AustraliaFarm-to-bottle restaurant serving rum and cocktails.
  • Northern Rivers Rail TrailTrailMurwillumbah, Australia24km trail from Murwillumbah to Crabbes Creek.
  • Better by BikePlaceMurwillumbah, AustraliaE-bike rentals and shuttle services.
  • Gidjuum Gulganyi WalkTrailTweed, Australia4-day trail through Gondwana rainforest.
  • Mount Jerusalem National ParkSightTweed, AustraliaMount Jerusalem is a national park in New South Wales, Australia, 635 km north of Sydney.
  • Nightcap National ParkSightTweed, AustraliaThe 8,080-hectare (20,000-acre) park was created in April 1983 and is situated 35 kilometres (22 mi) north of Lismore.
  • Connect AdventuresPlaceTweed, AustraliaOffers guided hikes and catered meals.
  • Yuraygir Coastal WalkTrailTweed, Australia5-day journey across beaches and headlands.
  • Black Dingo CafeRestaurantTweed Heads, AustraliaOceanside cafe overlooking surfers.
  • Apex DiningRestaurantMurwillumbah, AustraliaMurwillumbah restaurant looking out over the Tweed River.
  • Bar BrutoRestaurantCasuarina, AustraliaTapas and wine bar with Spanish-style cuisine.
  • PipitRestaurantPottsville, AustraliaSought-after reservation with sustainable seafood.
  • Tweed Regional GalleryMuseumMurwillumbah, AustraliaFeatures local artists and Margaret Olley's home studio.
  • Pasta’bahRestaurantMurwillumbah, AustraliaMakes homemade lasagne.
  • Murbah Farmers’ MarketMarketMurwillumbah, Australia
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BBC TravelJul 25

How King Charles saved Scotland's forgotten treasure

A last-minute royal rescue transformed a forgotten Scottish estate into one of Britain's most rewarding visitor attractions.

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National GeographicJul 19

Where to eat in Sydney, according to chef Josh Niland

Where would you head for a special meal in Sydney? Sean’s in North Bondi. Sean [Moran] serves food like your grandmother would cook, if your grandmother was a chef at a Michelin ...

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  • Sean’sBarCreative, intellectual cooking in a humble setting.
  • AP BakeryRestaurantCare about flour and butter used in products.
  • Carriageworks Farmers’ MarketMarketAttracts growers from all over the state.
  • OnaCaféGeeky staff take coffee very seriously.
  • OnlyParkRanked fourth in The World’s 100 Best Coffee Shops.
  • Room 10CaféDoes incredible coffee and beautiful bread.
  • PiñaCaféBeautiful Australian breakfast with toast, avocados, tomatoes.
  • Maybe SammyRestaurantLively and theatrical with signature cocktails.
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Atlas ObscuraJul 17

Statue of Lennie Gwyther and His Horse Ginger Mick in Leongatha, Australia

9-year-old Lennie spent his spare time helping at the family’s farm, and when his father was incapacitated following a serious accident, young Lennie ran the farm until his father could return to work. When asked what he would like as a reward for his efforts, he asked if he could travel from the town of Leongatha in the state of Victoria to see the official opening of the Sydney Harbour Bridge…

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The GuardianJun 17

Whale watching and skinny dipping: three leisurely days on the Tomaree coastal walk

The 27km trail on the NSW mid-north coast reveals wildlife of the land and sea, plus the option to go clothes-free The waves are tracking higher than the average Australian house when the opportunity arises to bare all. We’ve arrived on foot at Samurai beach, a remote nudist spot midway along the 27km Tomaree coastal walk on the New South Wales mid-north coast in the Port Stephens area. The one…

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Atlas ObscuraDec 9, 2025

Tomb of the Dunbar Victims in Newtown, Australia

Hidden in a nondescript corner of Camperdown Cemetery is the tomb of the victims of the Dunbar sailing ship. The Dunbar was an English ship bound for Sydney. Near midnight on August 20th 1857, after 81 days at sea, all the passengers were excited and dressed for disembarking despite heavy weather and poor visibility. Captain Green believed he was approaching the entrance to Sydney Harbour, but…

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  • Camperdown CemeterySightThe cemetery was founded in 1848 and was for twenty years the main general cemetery for Sydney, with the total number…
  • The GapParkCliffs below South Head where the Dunbar struck.
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The GuardianDec 9, 2025

From fragile bodies to feral packs: Ron Mueck returns to Sydney

Ron Mueck: Encounter is the artist’s most extensive Australian show to date These are not the kind of dogs you greet with a whistle and a pat. Snapping, snarling and monstrously large, the packs of charcoal-grey canines that face off in Ron Mueck’s newest work, Havoc (2025), are frankly terrifying. All pricked ears, tense musculature and dagger-like teeth, Havoc makes its global debut at the Ar…

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National GeographicNov 6, 2017

Explore the Southernmost Coral Reef in the World

Reason: This isolated chain of islands formed by volcanoes boasts spectacular vistas and the southernmost coral reef in the world. The serene green peaks of the Lord Howe Island Group, overlooking ...

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  • Lord Howe Island GroupSightformed by an underwater volcanic eruption seven million years ago
  • Mount GowerSightvolcanic peak rising 2,870 feet above the sea
  • Mount LidgbirdSightvolcanic peak rising 2,550 feet above the sea
  • QantasLinkPlaceoperates flights from Sydney, Brisbane, and Port Macquarie
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