It’s not the length but what you do with it when it comes to a great holiday. Some research even suggests frequent short breaks are better than the occasional extended holiday. That said, we’ve handpicked some short domestic and overseas trips that stand out for being fab – and fuss-free.
Good for food and wine devotees. Stay You’ll want for nothing at The Byng St Boutique Hotel, a five-star, 21-room hotel housed in a handsome historic property in the heart of Orange’s heritage area. Larger groups will relish the space on offer at the Horned Cow where five bedrooms sleep 10 in the village of Lucknow.
Offering elevated bucolic vistas over neighbouring farms, the luxe self-contained house has an outdoor fire pit and lavish entertaining spaces for enjoying the region’s incredible bounty. Nearby, sample award-winning gin and whisky at the Jones and Smith Distillery . See + do + eat Perch at the bar at the intimate Hey Rosey for local vinos and small plates.
Over at the new Lucetta, chef and owner Francesco Zarrella and his attentive team guide diners through a menu of authentic Italian dishes paired with exceptional wines. Don’t miss Take a deep dive into Orange’s cool-climate wines at Ross Hill, Australia’s first certified carbon-neutral winery, and the newly relocated Macquariedale Organic Wines atop Mount Canobolas. At 1100-metre above sea level, it’s one of Australia’s highest vineyards.
Angullong, housed in historic stone stables, and Tamburlaine offer .