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A small city perfectly designed to make meeting easy, Canberra has an exceptional range of nationally significant venues, new and evolving entertainment precincts, and no shortage of accommodation options. New developments continue to enhance venues and accommodation in the city, from the luxurious to more budget friendly options. The refurbished National Convention Centre Canberra provides a premium, comfortable venue in the heart of the city. Enjoy the food and culture scene in Canberra, with some of the best restaurants in the country. Popular precincts like Braddon, NewActon and Kingston host a range of exciting restaurants, cafes and bars. A vibrant calendar of festivals, a thriving music scene and boutiques infuse the city with energy and choice. Canberra is easily accessible with short travel times between venues, making it an ideal place to hold your event.. Major airlines connect direct to Canberra from Australia's main cities. Direct international flights also connect to Wellington, Singapore and Doha. Canberra’s new and award winning airport has one of the country’s smoothest transfers with driving time to the city centre taking just 13 minutes. In 2017, Lonely Planet ranked Canberra number three for top cities to visit in 2018. At number three, Canberra has achieved the highest ever listing of any Australian city on this prestigious list. “Rich with history, culture and entertainment, it offers something for every kind of traveller. Recent revitalisation efforts have given Canberra a new lease of life, establishing a truly contemporary and unique sense of style, with boutique precincts emerging throughout the city, bursting with cool bars, cafes and restaurants. With endless family-friendly and adventurous activities, opportunities to connect with nature or indulge in a range of gastronomic delights, along with a smorgasbord of cultural, artistic and sporting events, Canberra should be on everybody’s 2018 travel wish list.” Chris Zeiher, Lonely Planet’s Director of Sales and Marketing (Asia-Pacific)