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Villas at The Brooklet, in the Byron Bay hinterland.

Byron’s new luxury villas are for lovers of food, nature and design

A lot of homework, strong attention to detail and a little help from their friends have helped NSW couple Greta and Perry Smith create the Byron Shire’s newest luxury lodgings.

  • by Julietta Jameson
Before COVID-19 hit two years ago, Byron Shire attracted an estimated 2.5 million visitors every year.

Byron Bay beyond the glam: A local's guide to Australia's most famous beach town

There's another side to this place that the influencers and the just-passing-through Hollywood stars overlook.

  • by Shaney Hudson
Pictured: Byron Baes Lauren Johansen-Bell, Jessica Johansen-Bell.

From Byron Baes to Bondi Sand: What happens when a destination becomes a brand

The Byron Baes live in gorgeous houses with swimming pools and interior magazine décor. They hold Robot Mermaid events to save the planet. That's on brand. But it's not a place.

  • by Lee Tulloch
The 25-metre pool is surrounded by cabanas and a rainforest backdrop.

Crystalbrook Byron review: Former Byron at Byron is reborn with supreme comfort

This resort offers supreme and consistent comfort, coffee and service for an uncertain time.

  • by Jane Reddy
Crystal Castle's main drawcard is its Shambhala Gardens, tucked into spectacular hinterland folds of hills.

Crystal Castle, Byron Bay: The heart of hippy Byron Bay is an odd, but peaceful, attraction

This NSW north-coast getaway of the well-heeled and gullible also indulges with psychic readings, ear candling, chanting and chakras.

  • by Brian Johnston
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 Soak in panoramic view of the harbour and city as well as glimpses of wandering wildlife below at The Wildlife retreat.

52 Weekends Away: The best places to stay in NSW and ACT in 2020

From historical homesteads and wildlife retreats to harbourside views and seaside sanctuaries, there are plenty of ways to discover the charming landscapes of NSW and the ACT.

The coolest new Byron Shire check-in, Blackbird boutique bed and breakfast.

Want to avoid Byron Bay's crowds? Explore the nearby hinterland towns

If you're looking to get a glimpse of the chilled-out Byron vibe of yesteryear, all you need to do is get off the tourist trail.

  • by Paul Ewart
Heartwood Cabin is a place where your plans fall away and you sink into deep relaxation.

Australia travel during COVID-19: I banned myself from overseas travel in favour of micro-cations

These mini-breaks, or micro-cations, will help all of us become less harmful travellers. No house-sitters required

  • by Nina Karnikowski
Cape Byron Lighthouse at Byron Bay sits on Australia's most easterly point.

Byron Bay, NSW, travel guide and things to do: Nine must-do highlights

Forget dreadlocked hippies; the once snoozy surfside town of Byron Bay has been repopulated largely by creative entrepreneurs, haute-bohemians and the odd celebrity.

  • by Nina Karnikowski
Beautiful scenery in Tweed.

Tweed, New South Wales: Byron Bay's cute, less-explored neighbour

Byron Bay's neighbour has the same charm, minus the stars.

  • by Craig Tansley