Mt Mulligan Lodge, is understandably one of Travel + Leisure’s Best New Hotels in the World.

“One of the newest additions to the Luxury Lodges of Australia portfolio, the secluded property stretches across almost 70,000 acres and accommodates just 16 guests at a time. Days are spent enjoying outdoor pursuits that take advantage of the tropical climate. Travelers can search for wildlife on guided ATV tours (wallabies are among the common sights), learn about the area’s Gold Rush history at a local mine, or try their hand at catching barramundi in the nearby weir. In an effort to preserve the surrounding ecosystems, sustainability features prominently: Chefs supplement locally sourced ingredients like tiger prawns with seasonal produce from the onsite garden and fruit trees, and solar power not only provides electricity for the main lodge, but also heats water for the guest rooms”…

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