One day three ways: Canberra
Set the alarm scandalously early for a balloon flight - it's the best way to see the city.
Hotel Hotel, Canberra: When bland takes a holiday
Cold climate luxury is given a creative twist in this hotel with a difference, writes Sally Paterson.
QT Canberra review: Weekend Away
Veronique Mandray checks out the new, sleek, designer QT Canberra.
East Hotel, Canberra review: Weekend Away
The East Hotel is emblematic of an emerging Canberra, writes Sarah Maguire.
Hotel Hotel, Canberra review: Weekend Away
Katarina Kroslakova finds there's a lot to love about a new Canberra hotel with a memorable name.
Big day out
A quick trip out-of-town delivers a holiday feeling without having to pack your bags, writes Rachel Browne.
Capital cocktails
Canberra, trendy? Tim Richards will drink to that.
Wicker ways: top picnic spots
Shake out the picnic rug and raid the fridge - because when the sun is shining, nothing beats a picnic.
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The action in Australia's political and national capital is centred around Parliament House, reflected spectacularly at night in Lake Burley Griffin. This city is not solely about politics; it is surrounded in national parks that you can hike, bike or ride; and some of the nation's best art exhibitions pass through its galleries. On weekends, poke around its markets and graze some of the area's best produce.
