The Maldives All-Inclusive That May Spoil Every Other Resort For You

Eighty premium wines, Taittinger by the glass, and an overwater Asian fusion restaurant that books out fast – this South Ari Atoll resort sets a standard that’s hard to forget. Lily Beach Resort & Spa in the Maldives sits on a private island in South Ari Atoll, 25 minutes by seaplane from Malé, and it […]

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You Can Reach This Adults-Only Maldives Resort Without a Seaplane

Mercure Maldives Kooddoo Resort in the Gaafu Alifu Atoll, Maldives, is an adults-only island escape with overwater villas, beach access and reef snorkelling – and you won’t need a seaplane to get here. The Maldives usually comes with a side of seaplane: scenic, yes, but also weather-dependent, luggage-limited and occasionally a test of patience after […]

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These Tropical Holiday Destinations Are Made for Your Next Escape

From glossy Maldivian luxury to jungle-clad Sri Lanka and incense-scented Bali, which tropical holiday paradise is your perfect match? Not all tropical destinations are created equal: while they may have postcard-perfect beaches and swaying palms in common, the culture and vibe is completely distinct to each. So how do you choose when booking your next […]

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Best of 2025: Save Up to A$8,000 on The Most Amazing Escapes of the Year

Dreaming of your next escape? Sun, surf, savings and more await with these exclusive escapes. This year’s hottest escapes are back and better than ever with ‘Best of 2025’. Holiday in the world’s most coveted destinations for less thanks to these offers with the biggest savings available – but be quick, they’re available for a […]

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Best of 2025: This Year’s BEST Luxury Escapes in Bali, Thailand & More

From the dazzling shores of the Maldives to the must-visit cities of Dubai and Hong Kong, we’ve collated our most impressive escapes of the year into one epic shortlist. It’s the most wonderful time of the year: ‘Best of’ is back and bigger and better than ever for 2025, with our top escapes from the […]

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Melbourne to Malé: Why Our New Direct Flight is a Gamechanger

Introducing Australia’s first and only direct flight to the Maldives, exclusive to Luxury Escapes. Once-in-a-lifetime, flop-and-drop, postcard-perfect. The Maldives has many labels that capture its crystal-clear lagoons, overwater bungalows, and powder-white sands. But there’s one badge it hasn’t earned, until now: a stopover-free trip from Australia. There’s now a shortcut to paradise, as Luxury Escapes […]

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Which Asia Destination is Right for You?

From the island bliss of Thailand to the glittering dynamism of Singapore and the dreamlike serenity of the Maldives, these are the unique merits of Asia’s most popular spots. Torn between Bali and Thailand for your next family holiday? Wondering what all the fuss is about with Vietnam, or is the Maldives worth it? Or […]

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Singapore Airlines is Dropping Limited-Time Fares

Grab your passport and your best sunglasses: these Singapore Airlines fares to the Maldives and beyond won’t hang around for long. Did you know Luxury Escapes: The World’s Best Holidays is back for a brand-new season on Foxtel? Your passport to the best in luxury travel, this feel-good show sees some of Australia’s most-loved personalities […]

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6 Honeymoon Hotels for Taylor & Travis

It’s a love story, baby she said yes: these are the dreamiest honeymoons we’d pick for America’s royal couple. Unless you hadn’t heard, the world’s biggest popstar, Taylor Swift, just broke the internet with news of her engagement to NFL footballer Travis Kelce. Naturally, our thoughts immediately turned to the best part of a wedding, […]

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The Maldives’ Best All-Inclusive Resorts

The water’s crystal clear and the drinks are free-flowing: discover our pick of the Maldives’ best all-inclusive resorts. Nowhere does all-inclusive escapes like the Maldives: they take paradise to another level. With options to suit every budget and with many including daily gourmet dining, free-flowing drinks, exciting excursions and (much) more, you won’t have to […]

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The Best All-Inclusive Holidays for Families

From Bali to the Maldives, these all-inclusive family resorts handle everything – so you don’t have to. Every single meal is covered, from breakfast buffet to beachfront dinner. When you drop the children at the kids’ club, the cocktails flow freely, no tab required. The best all-inclusive holidays for families all have one thing in common: […]

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The Best All-Inclusive Resorts: From the Maldives to Fiji

The only decision left is what to do next: these are the best all-inclusive resorts, from overwater villas in the Maldives to a working cattle station in the Queensland outback. The best all-inclusive resorts do more than cover the buffet and the bar tab. Expect chef-led tasting menus, wellness programs built around where you’ve landed, […]