The Best Hotels in Perth & Western Australia

From spectacular five-star luxury to epic wilderness retreats, Western Australia has it all. Whether you’re planning a luxe city break in the best hotels in Perth, a wine-soaked weekend in the Margaret River Region or a week-long expedition to the state’s sun-drenched northwest, Western Australia’s escapes range from the boutique to the bucket list. Read […]

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Off-Road Adventures: The Brisbane Day Trip You Need to Know About

The shores of North Stradbroke Island are your destination for the ultimate off-road adventure from Brisbane. In search of Australia’s best beach adventure, Luxury Escapes invited Nat and daughter Harper to experience the ultimate off-road day trip from Brisbane to North Stradbroke Island in the brand-new Land Rover Discovery. Our mother-daughter travellers tackle a world […]

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Coconut Island, Phuket: Here’s Why This Should Be Your Next All-Inclusive Escape

Set sail for Phuket’s best-kept secret: Barceló Coconut Island, where free-flow cocktails, private jacuzzis and endless adventure are just a speedboat ride away. Newly renovated and reimagined, Barceló Coconut Island is an oasis of calm tucked away on the golden shores of Koh Maphrao (literally translating to ‘Coconut Island’ in Thai). It’s the best of […]

Bali

Double-Six Seminyak: Why this Bali Resort is a Luxury Escapes Bestseller 

Steps from the sands of Seminyak beach, the iconic Double-Six stands out from the crowd with its exquisite dining, panoramic ocean views and all-suite luxury. With a prime beachfront location, speakeasy-inspired décor, incredibly spacious all-suite accommodation and exceptional dining (including a rooftop bar with panoramic sunset views) – it’s not hard to see why Double-Six […]

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Views, Vaults and Extravagance at Berlin’s Hotel de Rome, a Rocco Forte Hotel

The Berlin outpost of hotelier group Rocco Forte Hotels delivers offbeat luxury with charm to spare. Reimagining space once claimed by East Berlin’s most famous bank, Hotel de Rome is a virtuoso in the city’s hotel scene. A slice of Italian opulence in the heart of one of Berlin’s most coveted neighbourhoods, every inch of […]

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Boundless Space Meets Classic Luxury at InterContinental Berlin

An unwavering commitment to excellent and spectacular pool, sauna and spa facilities set InterContinental Berlin apart. The InterContinental Berlin has seen countless famous guests pass beneath its checkerboard facade – including US Presidents, film director Alfred Hitchcock and the thrilling Michael Jackson – but retains the timeless hospitality and warm service that originally set it […]

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The Best Things to Do in Summer in Australia

The sun is shining, the temperature is rising – now’s the time to discover the best things to do in summer in Australia. Whether you’re a local or travelling from a little further afield, Australia has a never-ending list of unique experiences that make for the perfect day out, and as spring becomes summer things […]

USA

Capital of Surprises: 6 Things to Enjoy in Washington, DC

There may be #Only1DC, but as Rebecca Gibney and Cameron Daddo discover, there are a million different ways to experience the American capital. Actress and TV host Rebecca Gibney thought she knew what to expect in Washington, DC, a town made famous by its political history. But what she found instead was a town bursting […]

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Budapest and Beyond: 11 Things to Do in Hungary

Museum-palaces, riverside cruises and some of Europe’s most spectacular baths – here’s how to discover Budapest’s best. From cave-fed hot springs in Art Nouveau bathhouses to fairy-tale castles, Hungary’s capital – the convergence point between ancient Obuda, cosmopolitan Pest and the royal city of Buda – is packed with three cities’ worth of things to […]

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A Moving Feast: The Best Tours for Foodies

These are the best tour destinations for foodies – lip-smacking adventures that promise to tantalise your taste buds and expand your culinary horizons. We’ve cooked up our pick of the world’s best tour destinations for foodies that are guaranteed to send you on a whirlwind romance with the world’s cuisines. From slurping rice noodles in […]

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South Australia Road Trip: Why Car-Sharing Could Be Your Next Travel Obsession

Discover hidden gems in the picturesque Adelaide Hills with a stylish road trip powered by car-sharing app Turo. From biodynamic farms to winery lunches, here’s why an electric car might become your new travel obsession. As a kid, Michael Knight’s futuristic car, KITT, in Knight Rider was my dream ride: a talking car with pulsating […]

Hong Kong

How to Have the Ultimate Foodie Escape in Hong Kong

Searing woks, sprawling wine and food shows, and some of Asia’s best cocktail bars: here’s how to have the ultimate foodie escape in Hong Kong. It’s always been renowned as an unmissable destination for foodies, but there’s never been a better time to be hungry in Hong Kong. The city’s dining clout continues to astonish, […]