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Introducing: 1 Hotel Melbourne for Wellness & Sustainability

The brand’s first in Australasia, 1 Hotel Melbourne brings new life to a hitherto neglected stretch of the city’s Yarra River with 220 metres of uninterrupted river frontage. Paul Chai checks in. Melbourne’s last remaining heritage goods shed from the city’s shipping heyday has been transformed. Now the architectural centrepiece of 1 Hotel’s latest installment, […]

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How to Spend 48 Hours in Vancouver: Your Pre-Rockies Stopover

Canada’s multicultural port city can satisfy the foodie, history buff and hiker in us all, so don’t waste a minute as you explore from the forest to the Fairmont. Vancouver is an easy city in which to pause before an Alaskan cruise or a Rocky Mountaineer journey. Two days can’t capture its full breadth, but they will introduce you to its enthusiasm for local produce and the great outdoors. Read on to cram […]

EuropeItaly

The Rome Hotel That Puts the City’s Icons on Your Doorstep

A stay in Rome is all about location and atmosphere, and Hotel Imperiale by OMNIA delivers on both fronts. Set on Via Veneto, Hotel Imperiale by OMNIA brings together the ingredients of a memorable Roman stay: a storied address, a thoughtful 2025 restoration and a location that keeps the city’s best sights within easy reach. […]

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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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How to Fast-Track Your Way to Free Room Upgrades

Your Qantas Frequent Flyer status could be the shortcut to complimentary room and package upgrades on select Luxury Escapes offers. If you already hold eligible Qantas status, you could be steps away from getting your Luxury Escapes Société status fast-tracked to silver or gold. For a limited time, select Société Bronze members in Australia can […]

DestinationsSouth Pacific

The Pacific Destination You Haven’t Considered Yet (But Should)

Vanuatu is a Pacific gem of swimming holes, Kastom villages and a wreck dive – all reachable in three hours from Australia. Just three hours’ flight from Australia’s east coast with azure lagoons, volcanic peaks and powdery beaches, Vanuatu is the South Pacific destination that’s been hiding in plain sight. Offering a rare combination of accessible adventure, living culture and raw natural […]

DestinationsIndonesiaBaliMaldivesHomes & Villas

Is a Private Pool Villa Resort Upgrade Worth It?

You’ve found the perfect resort, now it’s time to choose between their hotel room or pool villa upgrade: here’s what you actually get for the cost. There’s a moment that happens during almost every villa upgrade stay when the extra spend makes total sense. It usually hits around the second morning, as you look out at a stretch of water that belongs to no one but you. Private pool villas […]

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Your First Time in the Maldives: What You Need to Know

New to the Maldives? This is our ultimate guide to finding your dream escape in paradise. When it comes to planning your first dream getaway in the Maldives, there are so many decisions you need to make, from how to choose the right atoll (and your preferred mode of transport) to deciding the right villa […]

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8 Things That Make Planning a Destination Wedding Easier Than You Think

Planning a destination wedding is easier than you might think – from room blocks to running the numbers, our guide breaks it down. Most engaged couples start from the same assumption: planning a destination wedding is too much to take on. And of course, it has its complexities. But the couples who find it manageable […]

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Maldives Family Holiday Guide: Is It Really Kid-Friendly?

Between dedicated family villas, new direct flights and extensive kids’ clubs, there has never been a better time for a Maldives family holiday. Forget everything you think you know about the Maldives. It may still have a couples-first reputation, but a growing number of resorts are now purpose-built for families, with babysitting services, dedicated family […]

DestinationsAsiaHong Kong

Where to Stay in Hong Kong: A Neighbourhood Guide from Central to Tai Hang

From Kowloon’s waterfront to hidden shophouse streets, Hong Kong rewards those who know where to look. Here’s where to stay in Hong Kong. Hong Kong is one of those cities that can make you feel like you’ve seen it all and completely missed it at the same time. You can do the Peak Tram, tick […]

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The 10 Best Hotels in Kuala Lumpur, from KLCC to Sunway City

Kuala Lumpur’s best hotels split across four distinct areas – skyline views in the city centre, nightlife in Bukit Bintang, transit links at KL Sentral, and a resort escape in Sunway City. Here are the 10 worth booking. Kuala Lumpur’s best hotels cluster around four areas: Kuala Lumpur city centre for skyline views and the Petronas Towers, Bukit Bintang […]