7 Reasons Why This Could Be Labuan Bajo’s Most Extraordinary Resort

TA’AKTANA, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Labuan Bajo, is the resort that makes Labuan Bajo unmissable. Labuan Bajo sits at the edge of Indonesia’s most dramatic landscape, a former fishing village turned luxury destination that serves as the gateway to UNESCO World Heritage-listed Komodo National Park. Ten minutes from the airport, TA’AKTANA, a Luxury Collection […]

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Arrival Hall: The Latest Travel News From May & June

Travel news from the past month including exclusive rare wine pourings at Bistro Guillaume, new beachfront residences from Six Senses, degustation heroing caviar, ice driving with BMW and a return to the history of expedition travel. Guillaume opens the cellar Bistro Guillaume at Crown Melbourne opened La Cave Privée on 18 May, and some bottles […]

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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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18 Ways to Experience Hawaiʻi Beyond Waikīkī

Hawaiʻi consists of golden beaches, vast volcanoes and a culture centred around aloha spirit. But there are more under-the-radar experiences that showcase the islands’ quieter corners. Sometimes the most meaningful holidays lie in the experiences that connect us deeply to the locals and culture. From natural tide pools and remote hikes to the best malasadas that locals can find, here are 18 ways to experience Hawaiʻi. Outdoor experiences 1. Whale watching with Pacific Whale Foundation, Maui During whale watching season (November to […]

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Which Luxury Escapes Tour Style is Best For You?

Discover the tour style that matches the way you love to travel. From highlight-packed journeys to once-in-a-lifetime experiences, there is a tour to help you explore the world your way. When it comes to touring the world, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach. Some travellers want seamless itineraries that hit the highlights, while others prefer ultra-exclusive journeys […]

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The Ultimate 2026 Formula 1™ Guide: Races, Tracks & Key Dates

Get up to speed on the global events for this year’s F1™ championship: the GOAT of all motor racing competitions. 24 races. 21 countries. 22 drivers. 11 teams. In the most high-octane of sports, who comes out on top is down to a fine alchemy of superhuman skill, pioneering technology and rigorous precision. From its […]

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Eat, Sip, Stroll: The Best Around Geelong’s Pakington Street in One Day

Find out where to eat and drink around one of Geelong’s most exciting streets. Geelong has quietly shaken off its industrial past and turned into one of Victoria’s most interesting places to eat, drink and explore. There’s a constant buzz of new openings – cafés, bars, art spaces and makers popping up faster than you […]

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Stayover in Singapore: Why This City Deserves More Than a Stopover

Small but mighty, Singapore’s bold murals, legendary street food and breathtaking nature means you’ll want more than just a stopover. Even a short stayover in Singapore can be rich in discovery. A global metropolis, this is a city brimming with lush green spaces and a rich tapestry of cultures. It’s a destination worth lingering in […]

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6 Reasons Sails in the Desert is a Must-Stay for Every Australian

This luxury outback oasis perfectly captures the essence of Uluṟu, Australia’s most important cultural and spiritual site. Set on rich red soil with 550-million-year-old Uluṟu as its backdrop, five-star Sails in the Desert couldn’t be better placed for discovering the culture and beauty of Australia’s Red Centre. This unmissable resort weaves rugged landscapes with modern […]

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Where to Take the Kids in the Australian School Holidays (and When to Book)

Looking to get away during the upcoming school holidays? Discover where to stay and when to get the best value. The school holidays are the perfect time to press pause on the everyday and make special memories as a family, whether that’s building sandcastles on golden beaches, chasing thrills at world-class theme parks or exploring […]

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Arrival Hall: All the Travel News You Need

Travel news from the past month including a new hotel for Vietnam’s Ha Long Bay, a Cannes Michelin star and a musical Melbourne coffee shop. All-star karst: InterContinental set to open in Ha Long Bay, Vietnam Set to open in summer 2025, InterContinental Halong Bay Resort will be situated at the gateway to Ha Long City, in the exclusive […]

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7 Unexpected Things to Do in Melbourne

More than laneways and lattes, discover Australia’s cultural capital as it was meant to be experienced: through surprising, after-dark bars, art that defies convention and one-of-a-kind fashion. Melbourne is a city constantly in flux. While first-time visitors are naturally drawn to its iconic attractions, repeat visitors and those eager to delve deeper should venture beyond […]