What Are Hotel Club Rooms & Are They Worth It?

Complimentary canapes and cocktails, exclusive lounges and top-tier service – it’s time to join the club. Imagine this: you’ve just landed on the Island of the Gods, and after dropping your bags at the five-star InterContinental Bali, you head out to enjoy an afternoon jam-packed with activities. On return, you visit the exclusive Club InterContinental, […]

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The Best Five-Star Resorts in Phuket

Phuket’s full of great family stays, romantic destinations and beachfront havens – find the five-star stay for you. Among endless stretches of pristine beach, ancient architecture and a thriving Old Town, Thailand’s largest island is also home to a vast number of five-star resorts. Whether you’re sailing out to a neighbouring island or getting comfortable on […]

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Everything You Need to Know About Port Douglas

What to do, where to stay and most importantly, where to eat in this perennially popular TNQ town. If there’s one destination that epitomises everything Australia does best, it’s Port Douglas. There are countless natural wonders (the Great Barrier Reef, the Daintree Rainforest), cracking food and coffee (hello, Macrossan Street) and year-round temperate weather and […]

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Ship to Shore: Amazing Cruise Excursions

From snorkelling among private archipelagos to marching alongside Antarctic penguins, these are the world’s best once-in-a-lifetime shore excursions. There’s no question: with cruise ships like Celebrity Ascent, Virgin Voyages and Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas setting a new bar for exceptional experiences onboard, there’s never been a better time to sail the high […]

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On the Right Track: The 7 Most Scenic Train Journeys in Europe

Discover Europe’s best by train – it will be a journey unlike any other. Europe was meant to be seen by train. What other mode of transportation is as versatile, trustworthy and exquisite? There’s no better way to discover Europe’s breathtaking landscapes: bluster along dramatic clifftops, serene lakesides and jagged mountains to reach Europe’s […]

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Where To Holiday in Australia, No Matter the Time of Year

Every corner of Australia has something to offer the curious traveller – it’s simply a matter of choosing when you want to visit. From the overflowing waterfalls of Kakadu in the wet season to swimming with whale sharks off Western Australia’s coastline, Australia’s wide plains, dense rainforests and spectacular coastlines are brimming with adventure, no […]

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6 Things You Can Only Do in India

Explore the most unique experiences in India, from jungle safaris and flower-filled hikes to majestic skiing adventures. From marvelling at the Himalayas, sitting pretty across the length of India’s north, to exploring the palm-fringed backwaters of southern Kerala, this enormous country offers a rich tapestry of distinct experiences. With so much diversity, it can be […]

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A French Connection: Qantas Launches Direct Flights to Paris Ahead of 2024 Summer Olympics

From Down Under to the Eiffel Tower: Qantas launches the world’s longest direct flight to France, just in time for the Olympics. Qantas’ new 17-hour direct flight between Perth and Paris took off Monday, marking the first time in two decades that Australia’s favourite airline has operated services to the City of Lights. The route […]

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The World’s Best Beach Clubs

Dive into paradise and discover the epitome of beachside luxury, where waves, beats and bliss collide. Lapping waves, chill beats, delicious dining and ice-cold cocktails all come standard at the world’s best beach clubs, perched along some of the globe’s most enticing coastlines. Spend days lazing in private cabanas on the edge of stunning infinity […]

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The New Golden Age of Rail Travel: All Aboard with Golden Eagle Luxury Trains

Lavish dining cars, meticulously curated cultural experiences and flawless service with a personal touch: savour rail travel’s renaissance with Golden Eagle Luxury Trains. Offering luxurious hotels-on-wheels that cater to your every need, this is all-inclusive travel at its finest, with five-star service, immersive adventures and decadent gastronomy, all while adventuring between some of the greatest […]

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7 Reasons Why The Apurva Kempinski is One of Bali’s Most Talked-About Resorts

Word-of-mouth means The Apurva Kempinski Bali has become one of Bali’s most sought-after luxury resorts – here’s why. Bali has no shortage of seriously impressive resorts, so it takes something exceptional to stand out from the crowd. With its architectural grandeur, one-of-a-kind theatrical storytelling and faultless luxury, The Apurva Kempinski is doing just that, and […]

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Cheers! The Best Bars in Sydney

From eclectic margarita bars below Pitt Street to Japanese-inspired jazz spots in Surry Hills, here’s our pick of Sydney’s best bars. One thing’s clear: when it comes to the perfect night out, Sydney’s got plenty of spirit. Whether it’s bold, old or served ice-cold, the city’s diversity and iron-clad commitment to mixological excellence means there’s […]