With the rising cost of living, the way Australians holiday is changing — but not stopping. In fact, a national survey revealed that while 91% of us still plan to travel in 2026, 83% say we’ll need to cut costs. Enter the rise of the short, smart escape.
Couples and families are rethinking the big trip and opting instead for two or three nights somewhere local, lovely and low-stress. The Scenic Rim is made for this kind of getaway — and we’re seeing it firsthand. Instead of flights, it’s road trips. Instead of resorts, it’s self-contained stays where you can bring your own favourites, cook your own meals, and spend your time doing what really matters.
At the Moogie House Collective, our guests arrive frazzled and leave lighter. A few nights in nature — surrounded by lake views, bird calls, and fresh air — can do what a week in a resort often can’t. There’s no airport chaos, no inflated extras, just intentional time and the kind of memories you didn’t plan to make.
Whether it’s the Glamp’s hot tub under the stars, the Pod’s quiet design-led simplicity, or the House’s spacious, pet-friendly layout for family fun — each stay is designed to help you slow down, reconnect and reset.
So, if you’ve been putting off the ‘big’ holiday, maybe it’s time to book something small — but mighty. A few days away in the Scenic Rim might be exactly the break you need.