The Khao Lak Resort Where Families Get a Water Park and Couples Get a Lagoon

From the Seaside Wing’s adults-only pool to the Aqua Wing’s water park, The Sands Khao Lak by Katathani gives couples and families their own version of the same holiday. Set directly on the beach, The Sands Khao Lak by Katathani offers something architecturally deliberate: three separate wings, each with their own atmosphere, sharing one stretch […]

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6 Reasons Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket Should Be Your Next Family Escape

A sweeping beachfront, four pools, a waterpark and an accredited dive centre – here’s what makes this resort one of Phuket’s best escapes. Perched on five kilometres of white sand on Karon Beach in Phuket, Centara Grand Beach Resort really is the ultimate family escape: shimmering pools, mouth-watering dining venues and an action-packed waterpark that […]

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The All-Inclusive Hillside Koh Samui Resort With Five Pools & Private Oceanfront Villas

From beachfront dinners on the sand to a spa that sends you home rearranged – this all-inclusive Koh Samui resort is built for couples and families who want it all. Ten minutes’ drive from Koh Samui airport, the Hyatt Regency Koh Samui sits on a hillside above the Gulf of Thailand, all cascading pools and […]

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The Inimitable Royalty-Approved Hotel That Still Sets the Standard in Bangkok

Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok has been hosting royalty, writers and the well-travelled since 1876. Here’s why it’s still on top. By most reckonings, Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok is one of the most storied hotels in Asia. Audrey Hepburn stayed here. So did Joseph Conrad, Princess Diana and David Bowie. The portraits in the Author’s Lounge document the […]

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The Exclusive Holidays Your Year Has Been Calling Out For

The Maldives, the Gold Coast, Singapore and beyond – unlocked for a limited time, these are the holidays you’ve been holding out for. For a limited time, Luxury Escapes Unlocked is opening the door to our most exclusive offers – premium packages, carefully curated and loaded with handpicked experiences. From picturesque Phuket to dazzling Singapore, […]

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The Adults-Only Khao Lak Resort With Thailand’s Largest Saltwater Pool

The Haven Khao Lak is a family-run resort on one of the quieter stretches of the Andaman coast – and it has quietly become one of the most repeat-visited escape in the region. About an hour’s drive north of Phuket Airport, The Haven sits on Khuk Khak Beach in Phang Nga province – a 380-metre […]

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This is the Khao Lak Hotel Worth Rearranging Your Thailand Trip For

The Little Shore Khao Lak by Katathani does a lot of things well: beachfront villas with private pools, a kids’ club named after an octopus, and a chess room for when the sun gets serious. Khao Lak sits about 75 minutes north of Phuket Airport on Thailand’s Andaman coast – far enough from the airport […]

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The Ultimate Traveller’s Guide to Street Food

Street food can be a true holiday highlight, so learn how to eat like a local and confidently navigate a new culinary world with a few helpful tips.

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6 Reasons Why Families Love Mai Khao Lak Beach Resort & Spa

Family zones, massive pools and easy access to desert island paradise: here’s why Mai Khao Lak Beach Resort & Spa makes for an incredible family holiday. Thailand may be known for its temples, tranquility and tropical beaches, but it’s also a playground for families in the know. With an onsite waterpark, spectacular beachfront setting and easy access to Phuket’s Big Buddha, ethical elephant encounters and island-hopping boat […]

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Where to Go in Thailand Beyond Bangkok & Phuket

Some of Thailand’s most authentic experiences aren’t in Patpong or Patong – they’re in misty mountain temples, untouched Gulf beaches and towns where locals still outnumber tourists. While the ever-thrilling Bangkok and popular island beauty of Phuket are loved for good reason, it could be said that some of Thailand’s most rewarding experiences sit outside […]

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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 […]