Michelle Rowe

Beautiful, breezy and blessed with a stunning coastline, Sydney is Australia’s most spectacular city. We’ve pulled together a hit list of our personal faves, from designer boutiques and stellar restaurants to scenic coastal walks and eclectic art galleries. Yes, this is how the GT team hangs out in our home town (and shows it off to jealous visitors).

Two new vibrant boutique hotels, each with a sharp design aesthetic, bring a dash of style to Brisbane and Canberra.

As the spotlight falls on the Olympic city, the renowned Sydney chef shares her favourite haunts in China’s vibrant capital – including where to find the world’s best Peking duck.

Exhausted after a few days in Paris? How about a trip to a quaint town? Or a plush chateau? Savour these quick escapes less than an hour from the French capital.

Sydney has a great tradition of chic boutique accommodation and a flurry of recent openings is providing an even wider range of glam options.

Introducing the glam new kids on the block in Port Douglas, the beautiful, Asian-inspired Balé and sleek, sophisticated Pool – two distinctly different resorts in one of Tropical North Queensland’s most popular coastal getaways.