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Journal

The latest from Capella Lodge

Browse our journal for behind-the-scenes insights and detailed staff profiles, as well as fascinating stories about our home on Lord Howe Island, it’s people, history, culture and heart.

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Capella’s 20th Anniversary

September 25, 2024

Capella’s 20th Anniversary

‘Back in the Day’: The team at Capella reminisce on twenty years of lodging on Lord Howe.

New Candle Announced

November 3, 2023

New Candle Announced

At Capella Lodge we’re excited to reveal our new scent and candle, TRIPLICITY, available exclusively to guests at Capella Lodge.

Island Guardian; Ian Hutton

October 5, 2023

Island Guardian; Ian Hutton

For Ian Hutton, this island paradise isn't just home; it's a lifelong love affair and a mission to protect it.

Lord Howe Island’s Top 10 Hikes

Lord Howe Island’s Top 10 Hikes

These top 10 hikes are best ways to experience Lord Howe Island by foot.

Cool Season Rates

Cool Season Rates

Capella’s Stay 4 Pay 3 Cool Season Getaway is the perfect chance to escape this June and save with a bonus night’s stay.

Keeping it Clean at Capella

Keeping it Clean at Capella

Capella Lodge is proudly participating in plastic-free July, an annual challenge to reduce reliance on plastic waste.

Artist Residency with Joshua Yeldham

October 13, 2020

Artist Residency with Joshua Yeldham

Baillie Lodges undertook its first ever artist-in-residence program at Capella on Lord Howe this year, with artist Joshua Yeldham.

Protecting Paradise: Howe to Make a Difference

Protecting Paradise: Howe to Make a Difference

The World Heritage-listed island paradise champions conservation and sustainability.

Ten Fun Facts About Lord Howe Island

Ten Fun Facts About Lord Howe Island

These facts highlight just how incredible Lord Howe Island is...

Hiking Mount Gower

Hiking Mount Gower

Learn about the Mount Gower walk, ranked as one of the world's best.

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