Wild & Wonderful: Africa’s Most Luxurious Safari Lodges

Treetop canopies, open plains and majestic wildlife are the foundations of Africa’s most luxurious lodges, offering unforgettable safari-style adventures. Being at one with the wild no longer means having to compromise on luxury. Spanning savannahs, national parks, wetlands and UNESCO-listed sanctuaries, these opulent lodges ground themselves in sensational wildernesses while offering pristine beauty, wellness activities […]

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Luxury Escapes’ Top Bucket-List Destinations for 2024

From shrines and shinkansen in Japan to Sri Lanka safaris, these are our top bucket-list tour destinations of 2024, as chosen by our travel insiders. With an unprecedented diversity of destinations and extraordinary experiences available to satiate your wanderlust in 2024, there’s never been a better time to tick off your must-visit list. We asked […]

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We Unravel 5 Myths About Tour Travel

Always wondered what a tour is really like? The reality is often different to the misconceptions. From how much free time is offered to group sizes, we debunk some top myths about tours. Sometimes planning your own trip belongs in the too-hard basket. Booking transport, accommodation, experiences… there’s a lot to consider. This is where […]

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Pyramids & Floating Palaces: 8 Unique Experiences You Can Only Have in Egypt

Stand dwarfed by ancient architectural wonders, uncover pharaohs’ tombs and temples, and glide along the Nile in style – you can’t do it anywhere else. Egyptomania has had a feverish grip on Western culture since ancient times. Flaunting cursed mummies, Cleopatra and the Great Pyramids, this 3,000-year-old civilisation beguiled even the Greeks and Romans, empires […]

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Go Wild: 4 Luxury Trips for Amazing Wildlife Encounters

Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! The search for some of the world’s top soul-stirring wildlife encounters can take you to the ends of the earth, from the wilds of Africa to the southernmost tip of Argentina. There are some wildlife encounters that go above and beyond: following in the footsteps of a Galapagos […]

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Under-The-Radar Islands for 2024 Honeymoons

The world’s most popular honeymoon destinations are so for good reason – but there are plenty of hidden gems that also offer those once-in-a-lifetime, romance-laden vibes. For those who choose to marry, a honeymoon is often the biggest investment in travel they’ll ever make: so getting it right it a big decision. For that classic […]

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Something Old, Something New: Dreamy Destination Wedding Venues

These are the destinations of ‘I do’ dreams. When it comes to exquisite wedding venues, the world is your oyster, with everything from the paradisiacal to the historic and the eclectic awaiting to provide the backdrop to your big day. Whether your couple vibe is barefoot and beachy or no-expense-spared glamour, you’re eloping just two […]

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How to Spend a Week in Cape Town

Cape Town is brimming with so much to see and do. If you’re crunched for time, discover how to spend the perfect week in this vibrant destination. Cape Town is the jewel in the South African crown. With its long and tangled history, melting pot of cultures and bounty of natural and man-made sights, Cape […]

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Melissa Leong’s Guide to South Africa

Food critic and columnist Melissa Leong (co-host of the new season of Luxury Escapes: The World’s Best Holidays) takes a walk on the wild side in South Africa. On her journey through Africa’s fascinating southern coast for the all-new season of Luxury Escapes: The World’s Best Holidays, Melissa Leong falls in love with South Africa’s heartfelt […]

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Stay Among Gorillas at this Epic Rwanda Resort

Get up close and personal with majestic mountain gorillas at One&Only Gorilla’s Nest, Rwanda. Open that bucket list – it’s time to add a new entry. A protected treetop palace awaits on the edge of Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda’s northwest, where swaying eucalyptus trees hide majestic mountain gorillas, golden monkeys and over 300 bird […]

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The Best Surf & Dive Destinations in Bali, Hawaii & Beyond

Destinations where the surf is worth the flight and the diving is worth going deeper for. From the reef breaks of Bali‘s Uluwatu to the legendary Pipeline on Hawaii‘s North Shore, the world’s best surf and dive destinations share one thing: the water does the talking. Above the surface, there are waves for chasing – […]

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Luxury Escapes’ Guide to the World’s Best Destinations for July

From pristine islands to snow-covered mountains and cosmopolitan cities, these are the world’s best destinations to explore in July. Whether you’re looking for bucket-list experiences, breathtaking natural wonders or simply want to bask in the serenity of a secluded island, there is something for every kind of traveller in July. Adventure-seekers can take to the […]