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This year’s hottest escapes are back and better than ever with ‘Best of 2025’. Holiday in the world’s most coveted destinations for less thanks to these offers with the biggest savings available – but be quick, they’re available for a limited time only.
The best offers with savings from A$3,000 to A$8,000
Save up to A$8,407 at Seaside Finolhu Baa Atoll Maldives
This all-inclusive overwater villa hideaway, a favourite among celebrities like Leonardo DiCaprio and Paris Hilton, invites you to experience unparalleled luxury amid warm sands and the stunning blue waters of the Maldives. Savour gourmet delights at four beachside restaurants, unwind at the resort’s two-storey Beach Club or explore the wonders of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Baa Atoll Biosphere Reserve.
Save up to A$8,801 at Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives
Maldivian splendour meets Thai-inspired hospitality and wellness at this new resort, just a 40-minute speedboat ride from Malé. Expect modern rather than traditional villas (some with jacuzzi tubs overlooking the ocean), diverse dining including oceanside seafood, a swim-up bar, an ice cream parlour and Rum Bar, and a spa offering Thai rituals inspired by ancient practices and locally made oils.
Save up to A$5,832 at Pacific Resort Aitutaki
This remote Cook Islands resort is a taste of heaven in the heart of the South Pacific, surrounded by a blue-green lagoon and endless palm trees. A proud member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World Collection, it offers just 29 beachfront bungalows.
The best offers with savings from A$3,000 to A$4,000
Save up to A$4,788 at The Mulia
This is a Luxury Escapes bestseller for a reason. One of Bali’s most renowned five-star stays, The Mulia has a laundry list of awards for its restaurants, spa and facilities. Here, dine across nine bars and restaurants, retreat to one of 20 treatment rooms in the spa, laze by the beachfront pool, and do as much or as little as you like.
Save up to A$4,538 at Katathani Phuket Beach Resort
Nestled on 850 metres of white sand at the secluded Kata Noi Beach, this family friendly Phuket paradise offers an array of dining options, six pools and a serene spa. A daily shuttle makes it easy to explore Patong and Phuket Town, but with all-inclusive meals and a complimentary cocktail hour, you might never want to leave.
Save up to A$3,419 at Double Six Luxury Hotel
Spoil your senses at this retro five-star resort, perched just steps from Double-Six Beach on Bali’s famous southwest coast. Luxuriate in modern suites and indulge at The Plantation Grill, a 1920s Prohibition-inspired restaurant; one of five onsite dining and bar options. While away the day at the infinity pool and catch sunset at Double-Six Rooftop Sunset Bar.
The best offers with savings from A$1,000 to A$3,000
Save up to A$2,756 at Raffles The Palm Dubai
In a city legendary for its luxury, Raffles The Palm is no exception. Commanding its own stretch of private beach, this opulent five-star hotel is a masterclass in opulence, from its lobby chandelier with 40,000 Swarovski crystals to its six stunning dining venues and marble exterior.
Save up to A$1,023 at Château Élan at the Vintage
Discover a hidden piece of Tuscany in the heart of the Hunter Valley with a stay at this 100-acre spa estate. Come for the rolling hills, cellar door wine trails and contemporary suites; stay for the award-winning 18-hole golf course and indulgent day spa.
The best offers with savings up to A$1,000
Save up to A$796 at The Star Grand Hotel
The Star Grand Hotel is an iconic destination in the heart of Sydney’s harbourside. Part of The Star entertainment complex, it offers sleek accommodation and upscale dining at renowned venues like BLACK Bar & Grill and Sokyo, named Best Japanese Restaurant at the 2024 Restaurant & Catering Awards for Excellence.
Save up to A$699 at Banyan Tree Bangkok
Famed for the million-dollar skyline views from its rooftop bar, this glittering high-rise promises the ultimate inner-city experience. There are 10 bars and restaurants (including dinner service aboard a vintage rice barge), a spa for winding down away from the lights and sights, Muay Thai classes and a 21st-floor outdoor pool.
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Savings are calculated in Australian Dollars (AUD). Pricing and savings correct at time of publication and may be subject to change. Feature image: Pacific Resort Aitutaki.
