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This Year’s BEST Luxury Escapes in Australia

From the dazzling shores of the Gold Coast to the vineyards of the Hunter Valley, we’ve collated our most impressive escapes of the year into one epic shortlist. Our biggest offer lineup of the year, ‘Best of 2024’ is a celebration of our most popular escapes. This is your second chance to secure the year’s […]

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Stellar Stay: Why The Star Grand is Brisbane’s Most Exciting New Hotel

Just like its name suggests The Star Grand Brisbane has very lofty ambitions to be the most talked about hotel in Brisbane, as part of the city’s new $3.6 billion Queen’s Wharf Brisbane precinct. Brisbane’s Queen’s Wharf precinct is the city’s shiniest new playground with restaurants, bars and event spaces set on, and high above, […]

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The Best Family-Friendly Things to Do in Brisbane

From cuddling koalas to splashing around in inner-city lagoons, Brisbane is Australia’s number one family playground. From cycling along riverside paths to exploring interactive museums, Brisbane offers an irresistible mix of city thrills and outdoor adventures that will have everyone from toddlers to teenagers begging to stay longer. Read on to discover our pick of the […]

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The Best Birthday Breaks

From stylish staycations to indulgent self-care getaways and sunny beachside escapes, these are the best birthday holidays in Australia – and beyond. Every birthday – be it 33 or the big 5-0 – deserves to be celebrated in style. Whether you prefer to mark the occasion with a short and sweet spa retreat or a […]

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‘Tis the Season: Experiences That Make the Best Christmas Gifts

Ho-ho-ho! Christmas is (almost) here, and the search for that perfect gift is on. This year, skip the socks and scented candles; the best gifts are all about experiences and making memories that outlast any tin of shortbread. Cosy up with a cup of cocoa and check out these experiences that have everyone on your […]

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Off-Road Adventures: The Brisbane Day Trip You Need to Know About

The shores of North Stradbroke Island are your destination for the ultimate off-road adventure from Brisbane. In search of Australia’s best beach adventure, Luxury Escapes invited Nat and daughter Harper to experience the ultimate off-road day trip from Brisbane to North Stradbroke Island in the brand-new Land Rover Discovery. Our mother-daughter travellers tackle a world […]

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A Family-Friendly Road Trip to Discover the Gold Coast Hinterland

Queensland’s open roads call for adventure and in the brand-new Land Rover Discovery, a road trip through the lush Gold Coast Hinterland has never been easier. On the second leg of their Queensland discovery road trip, Natalie Bassingthwaite and her daughter Harper take the brand-new Land Rover Discovery from the beachfront to the verdant hinterland. […]

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Gold Coast Discovery: A Guide to Queensland’s Playground

Join Natalie Bassingthwaighte and daughter Harper as they uncover the gems of the Gold Coast on a luxury road trip in a brand-new Land Rover Discovery. Luxury Escapes recently invited Natalie Bassingthwaighte and daughter Harper to experience the ultimate Queensland road trip – from the Gold Coast Hinterland to Brisbane and North Stradbroke Island – […]

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The Best Things to Do on the Gold Coast

From interactive wildlife adventures to world-class shopping and bucket-list dining experiences, these are the best things to do on the Gold Coast. While its iconic beaches might be the biggest draw card – and for good reason – the sun-drenched Gold Coast has so much more to offer than just golden sands and perfect waves. […]

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Gentle Giants of the Sea: Whale Watching in the Whitsundays

The Whitsundays, crowned the Humpback Highway, recently achieved Candidate Whale Heritage status due to its impressive options for sighting these majestic creatures. Whale season may be winding down, but it’s still a great time to get a glimpse of whales in the wild, one of the most magical times to visit Tropical North Queensland. When […]

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The Best Gold Coast Restaurants

The Gold Coast: come for the beautiful beaches, stay for the brilliant restaurants. From spritzes and seafood on the beach to intimate modern Australian tasting menus in candlelit dining rooms, the Gold Coast has a restaurant for every occasion. Explore the diversity of the city’s culinary scene as you jump from Japanese izakaya to family-friendly […]

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6 Things to Do with Kids in Port Douglas

This Tropical North Queensland town is beloved by families for good reason: it’s a haven for kids. With its abundance of easy breezy apartment-style accommodation, barefoot bohemian vibes and pristine beachfront, Port Douglas is one of those destinations that holds magic for returning families again and again. With plenty to see and do, there’s something […]