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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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Where to Stay in Bali: The Ultimate Guide to the Island of the Gods

From the jungles of arty Ubud and sleek beach bars of Seminyak, to destinations off-the-beaten-track, here’s how to choose the best Bali region for you. With everything from spiritual, art and yoga escapes to big resort glamour and foodie retreats on offer, you’ll find a corner of Bali for you. Hopping around is easy to […]

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Fun in the Jungle: The Best Things to Do in Ubud

From temple visits and rice terrace treks to locally grown coffee tastings, these are the best things to do in Ubud, Bali’s cultural capital. Nestled in the foothills of central Bali, Ubud (whose name derives from the Balinese word Ubad, ‘medicine,’ for the abundance of medicinal plants in its jungles) has established itself as one […]

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A Poolside Beach Club & Renowned Spa: This Luxe Canggu Hotel Has It All

One of the only true beachfront hotels in Bali’s surf capital, COMO Uma Canggu offers Ibiza-esque vibes together with a globally renowned wellness philosophy. Bringing COMO’s signature brand of understated elegance to Bali’s south coast is COMO Uma Canggu, a sleek, surfer-cool hotel where beach club days are mandatory (and daily fitness classes optional). From […]

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The Bali Hotel Where Even the Smallest Room Feels Like an Upgrade

A 120-metre beachfront pool, a Prohibition-era steakhouse and one of Bali’s largest rooftop bars – this is Seminyak done properly. Double-Six is one of Luxury Escapes’ most consistently popular Bali stays. The reason is straightforward: it delivers exactly what a Seminyak escape should – generous suites, food worth staying in for, and a rooftop with […]

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6 Reasons AYANA Segara Is Unlike Any Other Bali Escape

Here’s what to expect at the AYANA Segara resort, part of the AYANA estate with its 30 dining venues and bars, secluded beaches and 14 pools. The newest addition to the sprawling AYANA complex, the clifftop AYANA Segara is where laidback Cali vibes meet the best of Bali. It pairs sleek, contemporary design with sweeping […]

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Bali Jungle Resorts: Retreats Worth Leaving the Beach For

Bali’s best hotels aren’t all on the coast. These Bali jungle resorts trade white sand for rice terraces, waterfalls and rainforest canopy, without giving up luxury. Bali has more going on than its beaches. While the island’s most photographed hotels sit on cliffs over white sand, head inland and you’ll find jungle resorts just as […]

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8 Reasons Why This Nusa Dua Retreat is the Ultimate Private Pool Villa Escape

Balinese private pool villas with a personal butler: welcome to Kayumanis Nusa Dua Private Villa & Spa. A tranquil private villa resort on the doorstep of Nusa Dua Beach, Kayumanis Nusa Dua Private Villa & Spa embodies the ‘Eat, Pray, Love’ spirit like no other. From poolside sippin’ to private beach dippin’, here’s why this […]

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Luxury Escapes’ LuxList Travel Award Winners Are Crowned

It’s official: these are the best-loved resorts and destinations, ever. The votes have been counted and the winners of our inaugural Luxury Escapes LuxList Travel Awards are now revealed. From favourite Bali escapes to once-in-a-lifetime adventures, this is the very best of what luxury travel has to offer – as voted by you. Without further […]

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Grand Hyatt Bali: 7 Reasons This Is Our Top Bali Escape

An ocean-themed kids’ club, five lagoon pools and 650 metres of direct beach access: here’s why Grand Hyatt Bali is one of our most-booked Bali escapes. Grand Hyatt Bali pairs a Nusa Dua beachfront address with all-inclusive dining and unlimited free-flow drinks, which is why it’s one of Luxury Escapes’ all-time bestsellers. Spend an evening […]

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The Mulia Bali: Everything You Need to Know About This Iconic Resort

A three-in-one resort with arguably one of the best hotel buffets in the world: welcome to The Mulia Bali. Here’s everything to know for your visit to this multi-award-winning mega-resort on Nusa Dua’s beachfront. 1. It’s a three-in-one resort: The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Mulia Villas When you plan a stay at the Mulia complex, […]

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The Best Hotels in Bali for Every Type of Trip

Bali has more five-star hotels than almost anywhere in Asia. These are the ones actually worth booking. The best hotels in Bali have always drawn repeat visitors – but the island’s property landscape keeps shifting, with new openings in Uluwatu and Ubud raising the bar for both design and service. Here are the properties worth […]