It’s Official: Half of All Visitors to Fiji Are Aussies

Fiji is the place to be for Aussies, with visitor numbers for 2023 the highest in history. In a resounding triumph for Fijian tourism, the South Pacific country set an unprecedented record in 2023, hosting the highest number of Australian visitors in its history. The island paradise surpassed pre-COVID tourism numbers and welcomed a surge […]

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England’s Prettiest Staycations: Top UK Holidays for a Summer Break

Take that perfect summer break without travelling far with our pick of the best UK holidays. A short break at the UK’s prettiest countryside properties can be that breath of fresh air you’ve been craving. Whether it’s a sojourn into Shakespeare territory, a luxe lakeside retreat or an 18th-century mansion hideaway, take a break from […]

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Australia’s Most Romantic Hotels

Spa serenity, champagne dinners, heritage luxury or off-grid seclusion: whatever ‘romance’ means to you, these Australian escapes deliver in abundance. For some, a romantic escape means five-star luxury, champagne breakfasts and poolside pampering. For others, it’s all about glorious solitude, unadulterated relaxation and windswept wonder. Then there are those who prefer gilded elegance and pastoral […]

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6 Unmissable Japan Experiences

From Mt Fuji’s sacred heights to traditional onsens and inhaling sushi on the neon-lit streets of Osaka, these are the go-to experiences for every Japan first-timer. Japan’s diversity as a travel destination is unmatched. It’s a land of mighty contrasts – bullet trains thunder past ancient bamboo groves, thousand-year-old shrines stand proud beside neon-kissed karaoke […]

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5 Lunar New Year Traditions Around the World

From the world’s largest Lunar New Year parade in San Francisco to ancient traditions in a Korean Hanok village – there are a million ways to say gong hei fat choy, wherever you are. 10 February marks the arrival of 2024’s Lunar New Year celebrations, bringing up to two weeks of traditions that invite prosperity, […]

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Dream by Luxury Escapes Issue 3 Out Now

A Thailand jungle bubble stay, New Orleans jazz and a motorbike street food tour in Vietnam: join us as we experience the most exhilarating travel moments the world has to offer. Whether you’re planning your next escape or simply want to explore the world from your armchair, the new issue of Dream by Luxury Escapes […]

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Bali’s Buffet Bunch: 6 of Bali’s Best Breakfast Buffets

From sun-drenched soirees in Nusa Dua to ritzy Sunday sittings by the seaside in Seminyak, fuelling up takes on a new meaning with Bali’s buffets. A long list of dishes does not a buffet make. Mastering the art of gastronomic perfection involves careful planning where fresh produce, free-flowing bubbles and beachfront views are all part […]

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Soak in Serenity: 10 of the World’s Most Incredible Hotel Bathtubs

From jungle bathing to subterranean bathtubs with VIP views of Dubai’s most famous aquarium, these incredible experiences in spectacular bathtubs are well worth the hype. There’s something about decadent bathtubs that can elevate a resort experience from a great escape to one you’ll be raving about for years to come. These are no ordinary tubs: […]

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The Best Places to Celebrate Lunar New Year in 2025

Fire-breathing dragons and glowing lanterns: welcome the Year of the Snake in style at the best places to celebrate Lunar New Year in 2025. It’s time to welcome in the Year of the Snake, promising creativity, elegance, prosperity, courage and wisdom. From 29 January 2025, cities around the world celebrate the new year with street […]

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A Tale of Two Cruises

Travel show hosts Natalie Bassingthwaighte and Matt Le Nevez sail the Mediterranean aboard Silversea Cruises’ Silver Spirit and Virgin Voyages’ Valiant Lady. Few things inspire more awe on Earth than the pyramids of ancient Egypt, and the Great Sphinx of Giza may be the most fascinating mystery of them all. It raises several questions: Who […]

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Thailand Announced as Location for The White Lotus Season 3

The swirling Hollywood rumour mill has been put to bed, with the next season of HBO’s The White Lotus headed to Thailand. Following months of speculation, the Land of Smiles was officially announced as the setting for the third instalment of the smash TV series. Tourism Authority Thailand (TAT) and HBO both released official statements, […]

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What to Do (and Eat) in Melbourne: 48 Delicious Hours in the CBD

Melbourne CBD has all your culinary cravings covered: whether it’s a hatted meal in elegant surroundings or juicy dumplings in an unassuming hole in the wall – you’ll find something to suit your tastes in one of the 230 laneways that form the city’s vibrant grid. You could spend days tasting your way through each and every corner of […]