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Cool off in pristine rock pool Booloumba Creek.

10 undiscovered Sunshine Coast highlights that most people miss

You may need a 4WD to access some, but this diverse region has some truly wonderful attractions that aren’t obvious, unless you know where to look.

  • by Angela Saurine
Main Beach at Noosa Heads.

The best times to visit the Sunshine Coast

The sunny region plays host to countless annual events, including food festivals and triathlons. Here’s when to make the most of its stunning natural assets.

  • by Angela Saurine
The Noosa River forms part of the Noosa Biosphere Reserve.

20 things that surprise first-time visitors to the Sunshine Coast

From ‘punk’ turtles to trees that cause excruciating pain, the Sunshine Coast certainly has its quirks. Here’s what to know before you go.

  • by Angela Saurine
Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort.

The best places to stay on the Sunshine Coast, for all budgets

From romantic hinterland hideaways to luxury oceanfront apartments, there’s an accommodation option for every type of traveller on this sunny stretch.

  • by Angela Saurine
Sunny mornings at Main Beach.
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Sunshine Coast

Sunshine Coast

Covering more than 100 kilometres, from south of Caloundra to north of Noosa, this is one of the most pleasant playgrounds in the country.

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Bubbletent Australia: Gaze out across the world’s widest canyon.

Fifteen of Australia’s best places to stay in the wild

From the wild and rugged to comfortable safari-style stays and architectural cabins that cling to cliffs and shorelines.

The rooftop pool, said to be the only one in Collingwood.
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New Melbourne hotel feels like New York meets ... Collingwood

The convenience of a serviced apartment meets the fun and facilities of a hotel at this stylish new Collingwood property.

  • by Guy Wilkinson
Epic sunset views from the Sun Peninsula Residences.

Luxury resort offers Wes Anderson-level whimsy on Vietnam’s coast

We’ve arrived at Heaven. No, I’m not being hyperbolic. The dreamy Intercontinental Da Nang Sun Peninsula Resort is broken up into Heaven, Sky, Earth and Sea.

  • by Katherine Scott
The famous unofficial slogan beneath the “Welcome to Byron Bay” sign.

Ticking off the three key goals of a Byron holiday

A new hotel puts us in good stead to achieve the goals of Byron’s famous sign, “Cheer up, slow down, chill out”.

  • by Riley Wilson
The pool deck has undergone a revamp.
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Sydney hotels don’t get much more central than this

The 369-room Swissotel Sydney recently celebrated its 20th birthday, following a refurbishment with a focus on its grand lobby space.

  • by Craig Platt