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Right Place, Right Time: Where to Go in Europe by Month

Some European destinations shine brighter at certain times of year. This month-by-month guide reveals where to go and how to plan your trip. Europe‘s most compelling destinations are easy to love year-round, but you can narrow down the most fitting contenders for your specific travel window. There’s an art to knowing where to go – […]

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First Time Going to Europe? These Decisions Will Make or Break Your Trip

Planning your first Europen adventure? Leave room to settle in, make the most of each stop and embrace the surprises along the way with these essential travel tips. Europe isn’t one destination; travel times, transport systems, ticketing rules, hotel access, weather and payment habits can change from one country to the next. A few practical […]

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7 Alternative Cities to Fly Into For Your Next European Holiday

London, Paris and Rome may be firm favourites, but your European adventure can begin in many places. Discover seven cities that offer a different starting point for exploring Europe. London, Paris and Rome may be Europe’s classic gateways for Australians, but the best place to begin your trip could lie elsewhere. Flying into a less […]

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The London Hotel With a Michelin-Starred Restaurant & Four-Floor Spa

Start with Michelin-starred dining, reset at the Guerlain Spa, and finish with a Vesper in the very building that inspired James Bond – this is Raffles London at The OWO. At Raffles London at The OWO, the itinerary starts before you step outside. There’s Michelin-starred dining from Mauro Colagreco, a multi-level Guerlain Spa and a […]

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Why This Landmark Hotel Belongs On Your London Itinerary

Offering one of London’s most coveted addresses, The Royal Horseguards Hotel is where Victorian grandeur and a century of British history await. Set beside the River Thames in the heart of Westminster, this grand Victorian address has welcomed politicians, writers and Londoners with something important to discuss. Today, it delivers river views, old-world British character […]

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The Best Hotels in London, by Neighbourhood

Wondering where to stay in London? Step into the city like a local with our guide to the best hotels in London. London’s vibrant medley of neighbourhoods – each with a distinct flavour, rhythm and after-dark personality – makes choosing your perfect base half the adventure. Whether you’re here for pub-hopping, palace-spotting or just some quiet luxury, consider this your insider guide to the best London hotels. The best […]

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The Best City Breaks in Europe

Can you really see it all in a weekend? From Barcelona to Budapest, our guide reveals the best city breaks in Europe. Morning markets bursting with local delicacies, rooftop bars overlooking illuminated masterpieces and boutique hotels steeped in history: Europe’s best city breaks offer unforgettable experiences in compact, walkable urban centres. Read on to discover […]

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Set-Jetting: Movies to Watch Before Your Next Holiday

Whether you’re reliving past holidays or prepping for your next trip, these destinations are the heroes of the silver screen. Always wanted to know where the likes of atmospheric Dune and Game of Thrones were filmed? Read on to uncover some of the world’s most scene-stealing destinations. Peru Peru’s greatest ambassador, Paddington Bear, returns to […]

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The 2025 Anniversaries Worth Travelling For

Take a global spin to some of the biggest celebrations of 2025. Ends of wars, beginnings of nations, 2025 has a bumper crop of anniversaries including the birth of modern Vietnam and the end of World War II, Oscar Wilde witticisms and Julie Andrews’ mountain romps. Austria: Waltzing in Vienna Women fainted, welded-together couples scandalised […]

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Sleeper Agent: Why Raffles London at the OWO is the Ultimate Historic Stay

Once home to MI5 and MI6 agents, the Army and the author of James Bond, Ian Fleming, Raffles London at the OWO is London’s newest luxury hotel dripping in history. Despite being the birthplace of the British secret service, and featured in James Bond films, it’s hard to go undercover at Raffles London at the […]

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The Best UK Father’s Day Experiences for 2024

From whisky in the Scottish Highlands to football stadium tours and a Liverpool Beatles tour, make this Father’s Day the best one yet. With UK Father’s Day on the horizon, it’s our annual reminder to honour the superheroes in our lives in a way that says a tremendous ‘thank you’. It can be difficult to […]

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The Best UK City Breaks

From the dreaming spires of Oxford to the Roman spas of Bath and Manchester’s artsy cool, these UK cities showcase all that’s great about Britain. Look a little closer (and beyond London), and you’ll find the UK has endless options for a city break packed with culture, history, good food and good times. Some are […]