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Luxury Escapes Live: Melbourne’s Best Travel Event is Coming!

Clear your calendar, Melbourne. There’s a new date for your diary – and it comes with overwater villas, beachside cocktails and once-in-a-lifetime adventures (no passport required… yet).

On 16–17 May 2026, the iconic Royal Exhibition Building will transform into a high-energy celebration of travel as Luxury Escapes Live makes its much-anticipated debut. Think exclusive offers, thousands of prizes, expert advice and bucket-list destinations – all under one spectacular roof.

This is more than just another travel expo. It’s a weekend-long immersion into the magic of travel, designed for offer-hunters, experience seekers and anyone with a serious case of wanderlust.

Luxury Escapes Live is FREE for members! Get your tickets here now.

More than just another travel expo

Luxury Escapes Live is your chance to access exclusive show-only offers you won’t find online or anywhere else. We’re talking limited-time offers, unbeatable value and insider perks that could have you sipping champagne in the Maldives or booking that long-dreamed-of Europe escape.

And yes, there will be prizes. Thousands of them. Expect amazing giveaways, surprise moments and the kind of spontaneous wins that make your weekend.

Destination inspiration, all in one place

From dreamy Maldives overwater escapes to Bali beach breaks, buzzing city getaways and once-in-a-lifetime experiences across the world, Luxury Escapes Live will showcase the very best in travel inspiration.

Explore curated partner showcases, discover emerging hotspots and uncover fresh ways to elevate your next holiday. Whether you’re planning a quick local weekend away or a bucket-list trip of a lifetime, this is where your next escape begins.

Here’s just some of what you can expect across the weekend:

  • Mastercard Main Stage: stay tuned for a full schedule of celebrity appearances.
  • Travel marketplace, presented by Passport Card: your go-to for unbeatable offers, not available anywhere else.
  • Société Lounge, presented by Cathay Pacific: an exclusive space for Société and LuxPlus+ members.
  • Discover Hong Kong market: inspiration for one of the world’s most exciting travel destinations.
  • Cellar door experience, presented by Wine Selectors: enjoy wine tasting from a range of Australia’s leading vineyards and producers.
  • Lavazza coffee stations: the perfect stop for an energy pick-me-up.

Expert tips to travel smarter

Want to know how to maximise your Société points, unlock VIP perks or access the best-value upgrades? Luxury Escapes’ travel experts will be on hand all weekend, sharing their insider advice and savvy strategies to help you get more out of every booking.

It’s part masterclass, part marketplace, part travel daydream brought to life.

Luxury travel brands and special guests

Expect exciting brand partners, guest appearances and immersive experiences designed to bring destinations to life. From interactive activations to curated tastings and pop-up moments, Luxury Escapes Live promises an atmosphere that’s vibrant, social and impossible to scroll past.

Written by Stephanie Mikkelsen

Steph once had an Instagram account dedicated to Melbourne's best sandwiches (before it was a thing), and now spins words about hotels, regional dining, viennoiserie and travel things in between. Is passionate about copy with puns, multi-channel content strategy, good PR hooks, pastry crawls and cultured butter.
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