Rex Launches Melbourne to Perth Route

Rex joins Qantas and Virgin as the third airline operating between Perth and Melbourne. Australia’s largest independent regional airline, Rex, is set to introduce new flights between Melbourne and Perth in June, a move the airline promises will offer “more choice, reliable service and more competitive fares” for those travelling the popular east-west route. The […]

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Coast Modern: The Perfect Food-Lover’s Weekend on Victoria’s Bellarine Peninsula

Just over an hours’ drive out of Melbourne, the Bellarine region, with Victoria’s second-city of Geelong at its heart, has long been popular with Melburnians fond of sand dunes and salty air, not to mention fish and chips. But, in the past few years, a new wave of Bellarine fine diners has been attracting a […]

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Sofitel Melbourne on Collins Brings the Razzle Dazzle with Official Chicago Partnership

As part of its official tie-in with the Melbourne musical, Sofitel Melbourne on Collins has transformed its bar with killer cocktails themed around the play’s main characters. Blockbuster Broadway musical Chicago is back on stage in Melbourne starring Zoe Ventoura as Velma Kelly and Lucy Maunder as Roxie Hart – the fame hungry murderesses at […]

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European Sophistication in South Yarra at The Lyall

Tucked down a tree-lined side street off busy Toorak Road, The Lyall is the little hotel that could, a boutique space but with the service and sophistication in the tradition of a grand hotel. The rooms tout Parisienne balconies, French bubbles and the hotel itself appears to be channelling a local Saint-Germain stay, right down […]

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Chef’s Kiss: The World’s Best Hotel Restaurants

From Michelin-starred dining in Singapore to Maldivian cuisine on desert island treetops, this is our pick of the world’s best hotel restaurants. Spectacular celebrity chef-designed tasting menus, one-of-a-kind backdrops and a commitment to plating the extraordinary set these restaurants apart. This is your invitation to experience the finer things in life, from ten courses of […]

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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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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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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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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. Boasting a long list of luxe facilities – including three onsite dining experiences, the restorative […]

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Palm Cove to Hobart: Here’s Where to Spend Any Long Weekend

From R&R in a regional town to sparkling sky-high glamour in the city centre, here’s where to go when you have an extra day or two off work. Whether you’re up for a quick interstate flight or down for a regional road trip, there’s a short trip sure to tick all the boxes in each […]

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The Best Mother’s Day Experiences in Australia

From elegant high tea to a rejuvenating spa day, these are the best Mother’s Day experiences in Australia. Who doesn’t love receiving gifts? Tearing open Christmas wrapping paper, biting into an Easter egg or breathing in a fragrant bouquet of Valentine’s flowers is sure to bring joy year-round. But planning the perfect present for our […]