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From Front Pages to Late Checkouts: Inside Paradox Sydney

Paradox Sydney gives a heritage-listed former newspaper headquarters a lively new chapter, with soaring ceilings, fresh Australian produce and Circular Quay about 500 metres away. Behind the sandstone façade, just a hop, skip and a jump from Circular Quay, is an ultra-modern refuge. Welcome to Paradox Sydney, a sleek escape that pairs its heritage shell […]

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Your First Time in the Maldives: What You Need to Know

New to the Maldives? This is our ultimate guide to finding your dream escape in paradise. When it comes to planning your first dream getaway in the Maldives, there are so many decisions you need to make, from how to choose the right atoll (and your preferred mode of transport) to deciding the right villa […]

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Cave Dinners & Cliffside Views: 6 Things to Love About Samabe Bali Suites & Villas

From the infinity pool above the Indian Ocean to the secluded beach below, Samabe Bali Suites & Villas is all you need for a complete Bali holiday. Built into the cliffs above Sawangan, Samabe Bali Suites & Villas frames Nusa Dua’s southern coast, where an infinity pool meets the Indian Ocean, an inclinator descends to a secluded beach, and a cave welcomes you […]

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The ‘Living Island’ Resort Hidden in the Maldives’ Deepest Atoll

Deep in the Maldives’ southern reaches, Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa pairs just 51 villas with one of the archipelago’s most spectacular house reefs. Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa pares the private island experience back to its essentials. Featuring just 51 villas, you won’t find sprawling rows of accommodation here – just a small natural island, one […]

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Escape to Tasmania: Why Australia’s Smallest State Has the Most to Offer

Everyone talks about MONA, but fewer people know about the whisky trail, the wombats on Maria Island, or a beach better than anything on the mainland. Tasmania rewards the people who go looking. Tasmania has a little bit of everything that makes Australia great, and then some – but most of it sits just off […]

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Why This Island Resort is the Family-Friendly Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef goes beyond a day-trip at the family-friendly Daydream Island Resort, featuring a sprawling living reef lagoon, marine biologist-led experiences and an island that begs exploration. The Whitsundays have no shortage of breathtaking accommodation options, but for families looking to explore the Great Barrier Reef, Daydream Island Resort is a dream come […]

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The 10 Best Hotels in Kuala Lumpur, from KLCC to Sunway City

Kuala Lumpur’s best hotels split across four distinct areas – skyline views in the city centre, nightlife in Bukit Bintang, transit links at KL Sentral, and a resort escape in Sunway City. Here are the 10 worth booking. Kuala Lumpur’s best hotels cluster around four areas: Kuala Lumpur city centre for skyline views and the Petronas Towers, Bukit Bintang […]

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This Five-Star Borneo Resort Sits Inside a Protected Marine Park

Picture this: a secluded resort surrounded by the untouched shore of a protected marine park, with ancient rainforest above the walkways and Mount Kinabalu on the horizon. Most island resorts are built on the idea of getting away from it all. Gaya Island Resort, nestled within Malohom Bay in Sabah’s Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, […]

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Bangkok Family Holidays: What to Do, Where to Stay and When to Go

Kid-friendly hotels, street food they’ll love, and a culture that welcomes children: here’s how to plan your family trip to Bangkok. Bangkok is one of Asia’s most dynamic cities – and one of its most underrated family destinations. Thai culture is built around children; they’re welcomed warmly everywhere, from street markets and temple courtyards to […]

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Why Batik Air Is Your Direct Ticket to Bali Bliss

Direct flights to Bali from Australia have never been easier with Batik Air. The seat and the route Bali (DPS) to Melbourne (MEL). Seat 29C on a Boeing 737 MAX. 5 hours 40 minutes. Is there a loyalty scheme? Through Batik Air Club, travellers can earn Batik Air Club Points and work their way from the free Silver membership level to Gold or Platinum tier, with perks ranging from members-only discounts to complimentary checked […]

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Loved Bali? Here’s Why Lombok Should Be Next

Thinking of visiting Lombok? Here’s why Bali’s quieter neighbour deserves a spot on your travel list. Bali has long dominated the Indonesian island conversation, but just across the Lombok Strait lies a destination that offers everything its famous neighbour does – with fewer crowds to share it with. Lombok moves at its own unhurried pace, […]

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This Award-Winning Cook Islands Resort is Steps From One of the World’s Best Lagoons

One of the world’s most beautiful lagoons and just 29 thatched-roof beachfront bungalows and villas: here’s what makes this Cook Islands resort the perfect escape. A 45-minute flight north of Rarotonga, Pacific Resort Aitutaki sits directly on the western rim of one of the most celebrated lagoons in the world. This award-winning hideaway – the […]