Gimlet & Glamour: How to Spend 48 Hours in Melbourne

Our guide to Melbourne will have you stepping between A+ coffee shops, cosy wine bars, and bustling markets in no time. Australia’s capital for all things creativity, cuisine, and culture – Melbourne’s famous city grid offers so much enticement that it’s hard to know where to start. Fit in with the cool crowd as you enjoy […]

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Why Hayman Island Needs to Be on Every Aussie Bucket List

Australia’s most iconic private island resort delivers everything (and more) when it comes to the epitome of paradise: beachfront pools overlooking the Great Barrier Reef, immersive island experiences and standout drinks and dining. You’ll find the renowned InterContinental Hayman Island Resort located at the furthest northern tip of the Whitsundays. This acclaimed destination (with a […]

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Travel + Leisure Names 100 Best New Hotels

The debut of these game-changing hotels has redefined luxury, innovation and the very essence of the travel experience. A family-run chateau in Paris, an all-inclusive wellness property in the Dominican Republic and a newly renovated Hong Kong staple are among the world’s 100 best new and reopened hotels, according to the latest annual guide by […]

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Melbourne Airport Reigns Supreme in Global Airport Rankings for Australia and the Pacific

Travellers from around the world have acknowledged Melbourne Airport’s excellence in the largest, annual global airport customer satisfaction survey. Melbourne Airport has been named the best airport in Australia and the Pacific for the second year running at the Skytrax 2024 World Airport Awards. For the fourth time in five years, the Victorian hub has […]

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Say Hello to Sorrento’s Polished Crown Jewel: InterContinental Sorrento Mornington Peninsula

For Gatsby-era glamour on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula, this recently refreshed coastal retreat pulls no punches. Writer Ruby Staley checks in to InterContinental Sorrento Mornington Peninsula to join in on the pinnacle of parties and find out what all the flap is about. A Mornington Peninsula icon since 1875, InterContinental Sorrento Mornington Peninsula brings a luxury […]

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16 of the Best Luxury Resorts for Families

Family-friendly and luxury aren’t mutually exclusive – some of the best resorts in the world cater for big and little kids alike, with plenty to entertain and engage tots, teens and travelling parents. Little visitors are looked after with activity-filled kids’ clubs, splash zones and skate parks, while adults can take a load off thanks […]

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A Tale of Three Eras at Hobart’s The Tasman

From 1840s sandstone to glass-walled modern splendour, The Tasman is a celebration of classic luxury in true Tasmanian style. Writer Sara Rudling stays at this award-winning Luxury Collection hotel. The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart invites a unique blend of heritage glamour and contemporary convenience to the capital of the Apple Isle. Since opening […]

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How to Spend a Luxurious Weekend in Townsville

The recent introduction of the first five-star hotel has turned heads toward this picturesque town in Queensland, Australia. Welcome to Townsville, where luxury meets sun-drenched paradise. Townsville, towns-ville, – a place so nice they named it twice – officially holds its own among its better-known neighbours, with Port Douglas and Cairns to the north; the Great […]

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Down Under Delights as AFAR Unveils 2024’s Best New Hotels

Australia’s Capella Sydney and Southern Ocean Lodge have impressed AFAR’s travel experts, recognised in the 31 Best New Hotels of 2024 list. Two Australian stays have been named in the ‘Best New Hotels of 2024’ by AFAR. 31 properties were listed in this year’s selection, as chosen by a panel of AFAR travel editors, writers and […]

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10 of the Best Things to Do with Kids in Melbourne & Victoria

From controlled chaos in a Docklands science lab to interactive art displays across the city’s exquisite galleries and museums – these are the nine best kid-friendly experiences in Melbourne and Victoria. Melburnians are truly spoilt when it comes to kid-friendly activities. From timeless classics, like visiting enchanting marine creatures at SEALIFE Melbourne Aquarium, to cutting-edge […]

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From Sydney with Love: 5 Reasons to Love The Langham, Sydney

More than just a name, the award-winning The Langham, Sydney features a spangled underground pool, an imaginative bar and much more. Down a quiet laneway under the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge lies one of Australia’s most revered hotels (as chosen by the Condé Nast Traveler for four consecutive years), The Langham, Sydney. While epitomising the […]

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A Sky-High Club Lounge & 4 Other Things to Expect at The Langham, Melbourne

Think legendary high tea, a transformational day spa and a famous chocolate fountain overlooking the glittering city lights. There are few finer places to soak up the culture, cocktails and cuisine of Melbourne’s cosmopolitan Southbank than The Langham, Melbourne. Don’t just take our word for it: it was named one of the top 10 […]