Where to Stay in Australia: The Best 5-Star Hotels by State

From Hobart’s waterfront to the Red Centre, a state-by-state guide to the best 5-star hotels in Australia. The best five-star hotels in Australia share one quality: they give you a reason to stay in as much as a reason to go out – whether that’s a rooftop bar in Melbourne’s laneways, a beachfront apartment in […]

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5 Reasons to Take the Family to Sea World Resort Gold Coast

What’s a trip to the Gold Coast without visiting the famed theme parks? Better yet – staying right next door to one at Sea World Resort, where fun-filled family adventures are guaranteed. Cast your mind back and picture your favourite family holiday… Whether it’s the thrill of exploring somewhere new, tasting new cuisines or spending […]

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Dive Into Fun: Thailand’s Best Resorts with Waterparks

Lazy rivers, a pirate ship and sky-high, twisting chutes – here are Thailand’s best resorts with waterparks and slides that are worth splashing out for. Sugar-white sands, crystal clear waters and lush jungles make Thailand one of the dreamiest places for a luxurious island getaway with the family. But after days of seeking adventure afield, […]

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6 Things to Love About Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa

Between five restaurants, three bars, a 200-metre stretch of private beach and four pools, Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa gives you plenty of reasons to stay put. Whether you’re travelling with family, carving out time for two or simply following the sun between the pool and beach, Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa lets […]

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Open Water: Find Your Fins by Swimming with Sharks in Hawaii

Swimming cage-free with tiger sharks off the coast of Oahu, Katie Dundas overcomes her Jaws fears and finds a new-found appreciation for one of the ocean’s most misunderstood residents. I ease into the sea with intent, rather than a sudden jump, so as not to agitate the water’s inhabitants. That was the advice from my […]

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Dine & Dash: Tour Around Ho Chi Minh’s Culinary Scene on a Motorbike

On a motorbike street food tour in the Vietnamese capital, Nate Robinson joins the river of bike commuters that flow along Saigon’s streets in search of spicy seafood, killer crepes and sky-high cocktails. It’s been less than a day in Ho Chi Minh City, and I’m about to break my mother’s golden rule: don’t hop […]

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Isle Be Back: Why the Pullman Maldives Maamutaa is the Ultimate All-Inclusive Overwater Destination

The tiny island of Maamutaa in the Indian Ocean offers all-inclusive luxury that cares about its guests just as much as it cares about the planet. Kate Webster escapes to the Pullman Maldives Maamutaa’s eco-luxe oasis. The Maldives can be a euphoric travel destination of white-sand wishes and blue lagoon dreams, but it is very […]

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The Best Five-Star Hotels in Singapore: Marina Bay Views to Sentosa Beach Escapes

From Mandarin Oriental’s Marina Bay-view pool to Raffles’ colonial Long Bar, the best five-star hotels in Singapore cover beach, wellness and food. Singapore fits Michelin-starred hawker stalls, retail therapy strong enough to fill a week and five-star hotels of every stripe onto a single small island. From Marina Bay skyline suites to Sentosa’s only beachfront […]

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8 Things You Didn’t Know About Holland America Line Cruises

With more than 150 years at sea, Holland America is a maritime titan – and its unique culinary programs, award-winning itineraries and Dutch heritage are just a drop in the ocean. As the world’s second oldest cruise line, there are plenty of stories behind the name Holland America. From its humble beginnings as a passenger […]

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This One-of-a-Kind Bali Estate is Actually Four Different Escapes

Go big or go home – that’s the unofficial motto of AYANA Bali, the world-class destination resort perched on 90 hectares of clifftop above Jimbaran Bay. AYANA Estate Bali is home to not one, but four luxury properties: RIMBA by AYANA Bali, AYANA Segara Bali, AYANA Villas Bali and AYANA Resort Bali, each offering its […]

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This Award-Winning Palm Cove Hotel Perfectly Blends Heritage Luxury and Beachside Charm

The Reef House Adults Retreat is one of Queensland’s most storied hotels, with an old-world magic that keeps guests coming back The Reef House Adults Retreat has been on Williams Esplanade in Palm Cove since 1958 – one of the first hotels on the beachfront, and still the one with the most character. A boutique […]

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5 Reasons to See Japan on a Tour

Shrines, skyscrapers, Shinkansen and sake – here’s five reasons to see Japan on a tour. Beckoning the international traveller with its blend of ancient tradition and modernity, Japan has claimed gold as the ‘Best Country in the World’ according to the Conde Nast Traveller’s 2023, 2024, and 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards. From foodie trails through […]