The Best Places to Visit in Thailand: A First-Timer’s Guide

From brilliant beaches to Big Buddhas and everything beyond, if you’ve been dreaming of visiting Thailand for the first time, here is everything you need to know. Warm golden sands, spectacular skylines and sizzling street food: whatever you’re into, Thailand’s more than got you covered. The Land of Smiles has once-in-a-lifetime experiences in store for […]

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How to Spend 48 Hours in Singapore

Influenced by a melting pot of cultures, Singapore offers a compact city experience with unique charm. Singapore is one of the world’s favourite stopover destinations, meaning most people travelling to this amazing country will only have a few days to explore. When time is precious, it’s important to plan. That’s where our handy guide comes in. […]

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Thailand’s Best Breakfast Buffets & Brunches

From towers of Tiki-inspired flavours in Bangkok to live jazz and lobster in Phuket, skipping breakfast would be unthinkable at these outstanding Thai restaurants. While breakfast is often hailed as the most important meal of the day, Thailand’s buffets and brunches aim to elevate it into the highlight of your holiday. Whether indulging in sumptuous […]

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Signature Series Insider: Matt Preston & Gary Mehigan on Our New India Foodie Tour

Discover the extraordinary flavours of India with former MasterChef Australia judges Gary Mehigan and Matt Preston, co-creators of Luxury Escapes’ second Signature Series foodie tour. If you’re into food, there’s no place in the world like India. It’s a perennial favourite of Matt Preston and Gary Mehigan, and after a decade on Channel 10’s MasterChef […]

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Greek Island Luxury: 5 Santorini Stays That Take Lux to a New Level

Cycladic splendour, volcanic seascapes and ancient beauty as far as the eye can see: your summer romance with Santorini starts now. Sky-splitting sunsets and Grecian architecture draw loved-up couples from around the globe to this famous isle, but it’s the utter luxuriousness of Santorini’s resorts that keep people coming back year after year. The sheer […]

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The Land of Smiles: 7 Experiences You Can Only Have in Thailand

There’s nothing like a trip you’ll be talking about for weeks, and Thailand’s unique experiences speak for themselves. Signature sandy stretches, bustling cityscapes and cultural richness – within just a 10-hour flight from Sydney, you can arrive in the land that has it all, Thailand. A treasure trove of unique experiences, there isn’t just one […]

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Our Guide to the Best Restaurants at Sea

Culinary curious but love a cruise? You don’t need to compromise with these restaurants, all found on five-star cruises. Taking to the open seas doesn’t mean compromising on great food. On top of the spacious rooms, one-of-a-kind entertainment, faultless facilities and jaw-dropping locations, luxury cruises are also home to a collection of must-try culinary experiences. […]

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Ardo Brings Luxury Accommodation to Townsville

Everything, and we mean everything, about Ardo is new and luxurious. Writer Madeleine Keck checks in to uncover this Townsville newcomer’s gems. Ardo has become the first five-star accommodation to grace the sun-drenched coast of Townsville, helping elevate the laidback town to a tourism destination capable of rivalling Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Opening in […]

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Palm Cove to Hobart: Here’s Where to Spend Any Long Weekend

From R&R in a regional town to sparkling sky-high glamour in the city centre, here’s where to go when you have an extra day or two off work. Whether you’re up for a quick interstate flight or down for a regional road trip, there’s a short trip sure to tick all the boxes in each […]

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Banh Appetit! 8 Foodie Experiences to Try in Vietnam

With an incredible array of French-inspired Asian fusion dining – from high-brow to low-brow – no place does food like Vietnam. Of all the zesty and aromatic Southeast Asian cuisines, Vietnamese tops many foodies’ lists – and for good reason. Unique philosophies, like Taoist balancing of flavours across the five elements and culinary traditions inherited […]

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Chin Chin! A Guide to the World’s Best Wine Regions

No matter if you’re a would-be cabernet connoisseur or a budding expert of Barolo, discover where to experience the world’s best wine regions here. The best way to learn about wine is drinking it, and nowhere is better to drink than the world’s best wine regions. However, these perfect pockets offer more than just a […]

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Luxurious Bucket List Experiences for Foodies

From elegant afternoon teas to Michelin-starred meals and dining in a rainforest canopy, these luxurious experiences deserve a spot on every foodie’s bucket list. Forget the ordinary – these luxurious foodie adventures are straight out of your dreams. Imagine touching down amid Napa Valley vines via helicopter or witnessing culinary prowess up close at a […]