Paradise on a Plate: Hawaii’s Best Restaurants

It’s not just surf, sand and sea across Hawaii’s spectacular islands – the culinary scene is also worth diving into. The Paradise of the Pacific is truly that: a haven of untouched beaches, lush landscapes and buzzing cities, all backed by an emerging restaurant scene that celebrates the diversity of local ingredients harvested across land […]

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7 Reasons This Darling Harbour Hotel Makes the Ultimate Sydney Escape

It’s all in the name: from the city’s hottest restaurants to award-winning service and an unrivalled day spa, here is why you’ll love The Darling, Sydney. Framed by spectacular views over Pyrmont and Darling Harbour, The Darling invites you to savour the good things in life. The five-star hotel’s Pyrmont address makes it easy to […]

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

A three-in-one resort with arguably one of the best hotel buffets in the world: welcome to The Mulia Bali. Here’s everything you need to know for your next visit to this multi-award-winning mega-resort on Nusa Dua’s beachfront. 1. It’s a three-in-one resort: The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Mulia Villas When you plan a stay at […]

Maldives

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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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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8 Things We Love About Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains

From an indoor ice-skating rink and hidden whiskey bar to breathtaking views over the rugged Jamison Valley, there’s a lot to love about Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains by MGallery. Framed by spectacular views of eucalyptus trees, dramatic mountain peaks and ancient sandstone plateaus, Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains by MGallery invites you to uncover the […]

Explore

An Exotic, Resort-Style Stay at KL Airport; Ibis Styles Sepang KLIA

This airport-resort, just a short taxi ride from Kuala Lumpur’s international airport terminal, offers a budget-friendly stay that will have you relaxed and ready to fly. There are not many airport hotels where you can sip cocktails by a sprawling outdoor pool under a sun umbrella surrounded by dense tropical forest, but that is the […]

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Luxe For Less: Top Holidays Under $999

Dreaming of elsewhere? Here are some of our best escapes under $999 – the ultimate excuse for a trip away. If you’ve found yourself with a little extra cash this year – or you’re simply ready for a well-deserved break – this is the perfect opportunity to book your next escape away. These retreats are […]

Sri Lanka

From Tea to Trunk: Why Sri Lanka is the Destination for Everyone

With golden beaches, misty mountains and lush tea estates, Sri Lanka offers something for everyone, whether it’s barefoot luxury, soulful rejuvenation or bucket-list adventures. While Sri Lanka’s natural wonders are well documented, its charm extends beyond breathtaking landscapes. A multitude of world heritage sites and cultural icons await exploration, while colourful festivals, flavourful cuisine and […]

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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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How to Have the Ultimate Foodies’ Escape in the Margaret River Region

Here’s how to feast, graze, wine and fine dine through one of the world’s most exciting foodie destinations, Western Australia’s Margaret River Region. Year-round sunshine, more than a hundred cellar doors and a wildly inventive culinary scene make the Margaret River Region a foodies’ dream. This year, there is an extra special reason to entice […]

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Witty Fashion-Photography-Themed Stay Draws Focus to Spencer Street Area; Hotel Indigo Melbourne

This one-time Holiday Inn has undergone a $20-million facelift to turn it in a groovy new art hotel inspired by the photography of German fashion snapper Helmut Newton, whose work in the 50s and 60s in London and Paris became world famous. Helmut Newton, whose stylistic black-and-white fashion snaps defined an era, spent a lot […]