South African Airways to Resume Perth-Johannesburg Direct Flights

Big news for safari enthusiasts: South African Airways is set to resume its non-stop Perth-to-Johannesburg flight services from 28 April 2024. South African Airways (SAA) has announced the recommencement of its direct flight service between Johannesburg and Perth for the first time since before the pandemic. From 28 April 2024, the restored service will operate […]

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Kangaroo Island’s Southern Ocean Lodge Reopens After Multi-Million-Dollar Renovation

Southern Ocean Lodge reopens after the devastating 2019 fires that destroyed Kangaroo Island, with a multi-million dollar renovation. After a three-year journey of reconstruction following the 2019 Kangaroo Island bushfires, the highly awaited reopening of Southern Ocean Lodge has arrived. The flagship property of Baillie Lodges has been meticulously reconstructed in a A$55 million fit-out, […]

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Michelin-Starred UK Chef to Headline Soneva Fushi’s Maldives Zipline Restaurant

Chef Michael Wignall will make his way to Flying Sauces, the world’s first zipline restaurant, for a Maldivian residency in February 2024. Soneva Fushi will soar to new heights early next year when renowned UK chef Michael Wignall brings the flavours of his Michelin-starred restaurant, The Angel at Hetton, to the private atoll. The new […]

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Royal Caribbean Launches the World’s Largest Cruise Ship

Icon of the Seas officially joined Royal Caribbean’s 28-ship fleet on Monday, taking the crown as the world’s largest cruise ship. The world’s biggest cruise ship is now in the hands of her new owner, with Royal Caribbean International accepting delivery of 1,198 feet long, and 250,800 gross ton Icon of the Seas on November […]

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The Results Are In: Condé Nast Johansens Awards for Excellence

Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay, AYANA Bali and LUX* South Ari Atoll Maldives are among the winners of these prestigious travel awards. The winners have been announced for the 2024 Condé Nast Johansens Awards for Excellence, a globally recognised stamp of distinction from the publishing powerhouse behind Vogue, GQ and Condé Nast Traveller. Among the […]

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The StandardX, Melbourne Opening in Fitzroy in February 2024

There’s nothing standard about the brand-new The StandardX. Opening in Melbourne’s Fitzroy in February 2024, this hotel is the first of its kind in the world. Melbourne’s hotel scene is set to welcome a cool newcomer in 2024 with the opening of The StandardX, the younger sibling of parent brand The Standard. The luxe latter […]

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Coming Soon: Sydney’s First 25hours hotel to Open in Paddington

One of Sydney’s leading property developers is bringing a fresh and vibrant hotel concept to the heart of Paddington. Central Element (CE) property development, in collaboration with Boston Global Group, is gearing up to break ground on Australia’s first 25hours hotel, set to open its doors in December 2024. Situated in the heart of the […]

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Virgin Australia Launches Red Centre Route to Uluru

Uluru is set for a tourism boost with Virgin Australia announcing two new direct services from Melbourne and Brisbane to be introduced in 2024. Virgin Australia has announced its return to Uluru with two new nonstop services from Brisbane and Melbourne, allowing the carrier to connect the capital cities with the iconic Red Centre destination for […]

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Thailand Drops Visa Requirements for Indian Travellers for Six Months

Thailand grants visa-free entry for Indian travellers from November 10, 2023. It’s time to pack your bags and set off for the Land of Smiles as Thailand has temporarily scrapped visa requirements for all Indian and Taiwanese travellers. For a six-month period from November 10, 2023, until May 10, 2024, this move to introduce visa-free […]

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Hot Off the Press: Dream by Luxury Escapes Issue 2 Out Now

Discover a better way to travel with the second print issue of Dream by Luxury Escapes on sale now. Pour yourself a cuppa, kick up your feet and flip through the glossy pages of the second issue of Dream by Luxury Escapes, where you’ll be transported to exciting destinations including the Maldives, Egypt, Hawaii, Malta […]

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Ultra Stylish $150m Boutique Melbourne Hotel in the Works

TFE Hotels has commenced construction on the luxurious Hannah St. Hotel, located on Melbourne’s Southbank. Melbourne’s hotel scene has a new kid on the block: the boutique Hannah St. Hotel. The $150 million hotel will house 188 rooms across 10 levels of the gleaming 62-storey Queensbridge Building, a new residential tower near Melbourne’s Crown […]

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Wall Street Journal Asks: Could Adelaide be Australia’s Coolest City?

The little-big city of Adelaide is gaining global attention. Move over, Melbourne and Sydney: ‘underrated’ Adelaide has been recognised by Wall Street Journal as possibly the coolest city in Australia. It’s hailed as ‘an almost utopian alternative to the typical urban sprawl’ thanks to its leafy parklands, surrounding Adelaide Hills and glistening beaches. Also commended […]