Itching to travel this winter? Behold, the biggest Broadsheet Access getaway yet. This time, we’re taking one lucky member (and a plus one) on an all-expenses-paid trip to Sri Lanka and the Maldives, in partnership with Ministry of Crab Melbourne and Unforgettable Sri Lanka. It’s all on us – from your return flights and a week of luxe accommodation, to three set menu experiences at reputable diners.

Here’s what your trip will look like:
 

From Melbourne, hop on your free economy-class flight. First stop is Colombo, Sri Lanka. Get a complimentary shuttle to your four-star bed and breakfast, where you’ll spend the next two nights. Explore your surrounds, or decompress at the stay. Get treated to a degustation dinner at Ministry of Crab’s cult Colombo restaurant – it’s a regular on the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants list, with eight overseas outposts.

Next, you’ll be flown to Saii Lagoon Maldives, a Curio Collection by Hilton, for five nights. Soak up resort life – there’s a swim-up bar, a spa, a dive centre and more. Breakfast is included, along with meals at two fine diners. Sample the menu (including a stellar steak) at Carne Diem Grill, designed by Dharshan Munidasa. Or, there’s Munidasa’s Nihonbashi Blue, which serves delicately presented Japanese plates. You’ll return home refreshed and ready to face the rest of the Melbourne winter.

To win this mega $8000 holiday, log in or become an Access member today. And set your alarm. Entries will be open from 10am on June 3 to 10am on July 3, 2025.