Byron Bay
A health scare led two men to build their dream Byron holiday retreat
You’ll feel like a Rich Lister staying at ESTE Wategos, but bookings are only available “on application”.
- by Julietta Jameson
The 41 global cities and towns to visit in your lifetime
They’re among the world’s best food destinations, with a deep sense of place, and a vibrant past. But for all their similarities, they’re utterly one-of-a-kind.
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Australia
This is the five-star hotel Byron Bay was screaming out for
You won’t find backpackers or the hip Instagram set here, but you will discover peaceful and beautiful surroundings and a warm, unpretentious vibe.
- by Sheriden Rhodes
Traveller Awards: The 10 winners for best style and design
From a stunning hotel inspired by Morocco’s bohemian past to the flamboyant world of designer Kit Kemp, to a sexy Italian high-speed train, this is the list for design aficionados.
- by Traveller team
Byron Bay’s iconic resort for A-listers reveals major expansion plans
After 30 years in business Raes on Wategos is still innovating, with plans for two new luxurious properties in the area.
- by Trudi Jenkins
Surge in new hotels as crackdown on Airbnbs in Byron looms
A new home away from home has opened in Byron as the impact of new caps on short-term rentals in the tourism hotspot are about to be felt.
- by Julietta Jameson
I stayed in a youth hostel with my kids and disturbed the backpackers
I used to stay in this very hostel back in my early 20s, but I’ve never stayed in one with my kids. I’m here to see if it’s a good idea.
- by Ben Groundwater
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
Opinion
Australia
Ten Australian places we love to hate
A friend arrives from overseas, all excited about seeing Australia, and then you ask where they’re planning to visit. And it’s a terrible answer.
- by Ben Groundwater
Twenty things that will surprise first-time visitors to Byron Bay
Cut through the Hemsworth hype, and you may be shocked by what you still don’t know about Australia’s most talked-about beach town.
- by Angela Saurine