Why This Western Australia Escape is the Ultimate in Coastal Glamping

Barefoot luxury in one of the most coveted stretches of natural coastline for spotting marine life – here’s why you should pull up a hammock at Sal Salis at Ningaloo Reef. The benchmark for destination glamping in Australia, Sal Salis lays claim to a secluded sugar-white beach overlooking UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef. Sixteen eco […]

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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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This Vietnam Resort is Perfect for a Self-Care Stay

This boutique wellness resort in Vietnam’s Da Nang invites you to move at a slower pace and recharge at every level. Every aspect of TIA Wellness Resort exudes five-star tranquility: understated but luxurious decor and immaculate gardens, warm hospitality of the staff and the holistic wellness offerings. It delivers a truly restorative stay where the […]

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This Vietnam Resort Has Perfected Beginner-Friendly Wellness

It’s got all the hallmarks of a fantastic beachfront vacation, but this five-star paradise is so much more than that. My first thought upon arriving at Melia Ho Tram Beach Resort in sunny Vietnam: I don’t want to leave this beachfront sprawl. And my second: there could be no better (or more photogenic place) to […]

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A Lobby Oceanarium & Infinity Pool: Meet ‘Alohilani Resort Waikīkī Beach

With a next-level infinity pool facing the Pacific Ocean, Iron Chef-backed eatery and a prime position on Honolulu’s most famous beach promenade, this five-star stay is the ultimate Hawaiian escape. Marrying absolute luxury with an unrivalled position on Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu’s vibrant beach promenade, Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach offers a stay unlike anything else in […]

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

Three distinct stays, six pools and an epic buffet with a dedicated dessert room: discover The Mulia Bali, Nusa Dua’s beachfront resort. A three-in-one resort with six pools and a resort-wide choice of dining, The Mulia Bali can feel like a destination in itself. This guide breaks down the differences between The Mulia, Mulia Resort […]

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Meet JOALI: The Name to Know for Maldives Luxury

Where a bounty of five-star resorts jostle for attention, it takes something extraordinary to stand out from the crowd. JOALI Maldives does just that. Haven’t heard of JOALI yet? That may be because it’s a well-kept secret among those in-the-know… but that is set to change as it makes a splash as one of the […]

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Mövenpick Bali: 7 Reasons To Choose The Jimbaran Family Resort

The ingredients for a perfect family holiday? A dash of Swiss chocolate and a whole lot of Mövenpick magic. There are some things that make a family holiday just that little bit sweeter – and Mövenpick Resort & Spa Jimbaran Bali has the winning recipe. A gigantic kids’ club to keep the little ones entertained? […]

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Discover the Best of the City at Novotel Melbourne Central

Uncover all that’s great about Melbourne at this sleek and contemporary hideaway. In 2018, French hospitality giant AccorHotels launched its first high-rise, dual-branded hotel development in Australia, with Novotel Melbourne Central and Ibis Melbourne Central sharing guest facilities in a newly built, 35-floor – and almost 500-guestroom strong – tower. A stay in Novotel […]

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6 Reasons This Nusa Dua Bestseller Should Be Your Next Bali Escape

French elegance meets Balinese bliss at this ever-popular beachfront resort. A sprawling resort that opens onto one of Bali’s most coveted beachfronts, Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort masterfully balances grandeur with tranquillity. From a resort-spanning lagoon pool to a seriously stylish beach club, this immaculate five-star haven is designed for ultimate Balinese indulgence, with […]

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Levelling Up an Inner-City Escape at Next Hotel Melbourne

A fresher-faced stay on Melbourne’s CBD hotel scene that is more than just the city’s next big thing. Melbourne loves hidden things, and Next Hotel Melbourne is one of the more recent additions to the city’s blink-and-you-miss-it ranks. This sleek 255-room bolthole has city-slicker good looks, courtesy of architecture, design and fit out from Woods […]

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Are Hotel Club Rooms Worth It? What You Actually Get for the Upgrade

Hotel club rooms offer complimentary canapes, free-flow cocktails, exclusive lounges and more – it’s time to join the club. Imagine this: you’ve just landed in Bali and, after dropping your bags at the five-star InterContinental Bali, you head out for an afternoon of activities. On return, you visit the exclusive Club InterContinental, where you’re greeted […]