{"id":29498,"date":"2024-12-03T15:11:55","date_gmt":"2024-12-03T04:11:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/?p=29498"},"modified":"2025-11-21T17:25:29","modified_gmt":"2025-11-21T06:25:29","slug":"best-experiences-christmas-gifts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/best-experiences-christmas-gifts\/","title":{"rendered":"&#8216;Tis the Season: Experiences That Make the Best Christmas Gifts"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong><em>Ho-ho-ho! Christmas is (almost) here, and the search for that perfect gift is on. <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This year, skip the socks and scented candles; the best gifts are all about experiences and making memories that outlast any tin of shortbread. Cosy up with a cup of cocoa and check out these experiences that have everyone on your gift-giving list covered, from thrill-seekers to nature lovers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-best-christmas-gifts-for-foodies\">The best Christmas gifts for foodies&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"dine-above-the-clouds-at-eureka-89-altitude-restaurant\">Dine above the clouds at Eureka 89 Altitude Restaurant<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Take dining to new heights with a three-course dinner at Eureka 89, a contemporary Australian restaurant housed in the Southern Hemisphere&#8217;s highest viewing attraction. From Hervey Bay scallop crudo to beef fillet with chimichurri, each dish showcases Victorian produce that changes with the seasons. With Melbourne Skydeck and VR experience access included, it&#8217;s elevated dining with the city&#8217;s most impressive backdrop.&nbsp;<em>&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div  class=\"lux_UI lux_single_dealcard cacheid_95645066d6463815044224800dd854e7\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"dealcard_preview\">\n\t\t<div class=\"splide lux_dealcard_gallery\" aria-label=\"Luxury Escapes: Three-Course Dinner at Eureka 89 Altitude Restaurant with Melbourne Skydeck Access and VR Experience\"><div class=\"splide__arrows\"><button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--prev\"><\/button><button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--next\"><\/button><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/eureka-89-altitude-summer-dinner-600pm\/rez:PGPGWB\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience \" data-name=\"Three-Course Dinner at Eureka 89 Altitude Restaurant with Melbourne Skydeck Access and VR Experience\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\"><div class=\"splide__track\"><div class=\"splide__list\"><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/jpelsb33gokhd6dy8ox.jpeg\" alt=\"Three-Course Dinner at Eureka 89 Altitude Restaurant with Melbourne Skydeck Access and VR Experience 1\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/t9xezz4ezux31484te7.jpeg\" alt=\"Three-Course Dinner at Eureka 89 Altitude Restaurant with Melbourne Skydeck Access and VR Experience 2\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/x8fjo4y101dyafgva2ss.jpeg\" alt=\"Three-Course Dinner at Eureka 89 Altitude Restaurant with Melbourne Skydeck Access and VR Experience 3\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/p8f12x3aaeirf3dz4pjd.jpeg\" alt=\"Three-Course Dinner at Eureka 89 Altitude Restaurant with Melbourne Skydeck Access and VR Experience 4\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/jv4xglkm7g1g2tko29.jpeg\" alt=\"Three-Course Dinner at Eureka 89 Altitude Restaurant with Melbourne Skydeck Access and VR Experience 5\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/4tn0yqttb9f6k0anioj5.jpeg\" alt=\"Three-Course Dinner at Eureka 89 Altitude Restaurant with Melbourne Skydeck Access and VR Experience 6\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/n7tjzin8wknwy7mfwnv.jpeg\" alt=\"Three-Course Dinner at Eureka 89 Altitude Restaurant with Melbourne Skydeck Access and VR Experience 7\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/e3lxt87wiqrm0xdpxubu.jpeg\" alt=\"Three-Course Dinner at Eureka 89 Altitude Restaurant with Melbourne Skydeck Access and VR Experience 8\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div class=\"dealcard_details\">\n\t\t\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/eureka-89-altitude-summer-dinner-600pm\/rez:PGPGWB\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience deal_card\" data-name=\"Three-Course Dinner at Eureka 89 Altitude Restaurant with Melbourne Skydeck Access and VR Experience\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t\t<div class=\"dealcard_details_inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Melbourne VIC, Australia<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Three-Course Dinner at Eureka 89 Altitude Restaurant with Melbourne Skydeck Access and VR Experience<\/div><div class=\"highlight_box\"><\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$97<\/span><span class=\"type\"> \/person<\/span><\/div><div class=\"tax\">Taxes &#038; fees apply<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<span class=\"btn_view_offer\">View offer<\/span>\n\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/a>\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"shuck-oysters-in-the-water-at-a-hawkesbury-river-farm\">Shuck oysters in the water at a Hawkesbury River farm&nbsp;<em>&nbsp;<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Farm-to-table dining doesn&#8217;t get more immersive than a guided boat tour of an oyster farm in the Hawkesbury River, followed by lunch at an in-water dining table. Standing knee-deep in waders, BYO drink in hand and the river stretching around you, there\u2019s no better way to enjoy the freshest oysters and prawns possible.&nbsp;<em>&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"discover-fine-wines-in-the-barossa-valley\">Discover fine wines in the Barossa Valley&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sample award-winning wines, enjoy a delicious lunch at Lambert Estate Winery and leave the logistics to the experts with convenient return transfers. It\u2019s a perfect pairing of indulgence and adventure, guaranteed to warm the holiday spirit.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div  class=\"lux_UI lux_single_dealcard cacheid_1745cb0b89d2b07108caccdc3566c3ba\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"dealcard_preview\">\n\t\t<div class=\"splide lux_dealcard_gallery\" aria-label=\"Luxury Escapes: Full-Day Barossa Valley Wine Tour with Lunch &#038; Wine Tastings for Two\"><div class=\"splide__arrows\"><button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--prev\"><\/button><button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--next\"><\/button><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/adelaide-full-day-barossa-valley-wine-tour-with-lunch-and-wine-tastings-for-two\/led:0062y00000FmyJ8AAJ\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience \" data-name=\"Full-Day Barossa Valley Wine Tour with Lunch &#038; Wine Tastings for Two\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\"><div class=\"splide__track\"><div class=\"splide__list\"><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/e6pbf3tloir80w3q6xp.jpeg\" alt=\"Full-Day Barossa Valley Wine Tour with Lunch &#038; Wine Tastings for Two 1\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/gdnszxxe9iow7yqa547n.jpeg\" alt=\"Full-Day Barossa Valley Wine Tour with Lunch &#038; Wine Tastings for Two 2\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div class=\"dealcard_details\">\n\t\t\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/adelaide-full-day-barossa-valley-wine-tour-with-lunch-and-wine-tastings-for-two\/led:0062y00000FmyJ8AAJ\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience deal_card\" data-name=\"Full-Day Barossa Valley Wine Tour with Lunch &#038; Wine Tastings for Two\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t\t<div class=\"dealcard_details_inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Departs from all CBD Motels and Hotels &#8211; Confirmed upon booking<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Full-Day Barossa Valley Wine Tour with Lunch &#038; Wine Tastings for Two<\/div><div class=\"highlight_box\"><div class=\"highlight_txt\">Free Cancellation<\/div><div class=\"highlight_txt\">Gifting Available<\/div><\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">from<\/div><div class=\"range luxplus\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$207<\/span><span class=\"type\"> total<\/span><span class=\"with_luxplus\"> with <em><\/em><\/span><\/div><div class=\"range range_small\"><span class=\"label\">Non-member<\/span><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$234<\/span><\/div><div class=\"tax\">Taxes &#038; fees apply<\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$261<\/span><span class=\"percentage\">-10%<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<span class=\"btn_view_offer\">View offer<\/span>\n\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/a>\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"create-your-own-gin-at-the-gold-coasts-award-winning-distillery\">Create your own gin at the Gold Coast\u2019s award-winning distillery&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn the art of gin making in a two-hour masterclass at the Gold Coast&#8217;s Wild Flower Distillery, crowned &#8216;Best in Class&#8217; at the 2024 Australian Gin Awards. This boutique, small-batch distillery uses honey from the founder&#8217;s backyard beehives. Choose from over 50 botanicals to create your own unique blend and take home a 500ml bottle of custom gin.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div  class=\"lux_UI lux_single_dealcard cacheid_17141e6d63105675d877d5db37aef000\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"dealcard_preview\">\n\t\t<div class=\"splide lux_dealcard_gallery\" aria-label=\"Luxury Escapes: Create Your Own Gin to Take Home in a Distilling Masterclass at Award-Winning Wild Flower Gin\"><div class=\"splide__arrows\"><button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--prev\"><\/button><button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--next\"><\/button><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/wildflower-gin-masterclass\/rez:PVTA0B\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience \" data-name=\"Create Your Own Gin to Take Home in a Distilling Masterclass at Award-Winning Wild Flower Gin\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\"><div class=\"splide__track\"><div class=\"splide__list\"><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/wqnjflqz53zze4obvvj.jpeg\" alt=\"Create Your Own Gin to Take Home in a Distilling Masterclass at Award-Winning Wild Flower Gin 1\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/sogc6pulvgpva4ol5q3a.jpeg\" alt=\"Create Your Own Gin to Take Home in a Distilling Masterclass at Award-Winning Wild Flower Gin 2\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/c6mravzilmlaz6gd9yu8.jpeg\" alt=\"Create Your Own Gin to Take Home in a Distilling Masterclass at Award-Winning Wild Flower Gin 3\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/a562ea95ak1bm3wzl4hh.jpeg\" alt=\"Create Your Own Gin to Take Home in a Distilling Masterclass at Award-Winning Wild Flower Gin 4\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/hypus2aohkezbujekpt.jpeg\" alt=\"Create Your Own Gin to Take Home in a Distilling Masterclass at Award-Winning Wild Flower Gin 5\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/n9rjvj06p13qzz0y5wn.jpeg\" alt=\"Create Your Own Gin to Take Home in a Distilling Masterclass at Award-Winning Wild Flower Gin 6\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div class=\"dealcard_details\">\n\t\t\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/wildflower-gin-masterclass\/rez:PVTA0B\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience deal_card\" data-name=\"Create Your Own Gin to Take Home in a Distilling Masterclass at Award-Winning Wild Flower Gin\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t\t<div class=\"dealcard_details_inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Varsity Lakes QLD 4227, Australia<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Create Your Own Gin to Take Home in a Distilling Masterclass at Award-Winning Wild Flower Gin<\/div><div class=\"highlight_box\"><div class=\"highlight_txt\">Free Cancellation<\/div><\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$112<\/span><span class=\"type\"> \/person<\/span><\/div><div class=\"tax\">Taxes &#038; fees apply<\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$125<\/span><span class=\"percentage\">-10%<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<span class=\"btn_view_offer\">View offer<\/span>\n\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/a>\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"say-oui-to-umami-in-a-degustation-experience-like-no-other\">Say Oui to Umami in a degustation experience like no other<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Savour the innovative pairing of French flair and Japanese finesse with an eight-course set menu at Luc-San in Potts Point, Sydney, led by renowned Australian restaurateur Luke Mangan. Expect dishes like steak tartare with crispy brioche and wasabi, half-a-duck with ume and burnt orange and a yuzu chilli margarita on arrival.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"eat-your-way-through-melbourne-on-a-walking-tour\">Eat your way through Melbourne&nbsp;on a walking tour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Wrap up a taste of Melbourne this Christmas with a three-hour walking tour. Discover why Melbourne is Australia\u2019s foodie capital as you weave through laneways and arcades, sampling everything from authentic Chinese dumplings and French pastries to handmade gelato and artisan chocolate. Your guide will lead you to hidden gems and hotspots, finishing with a drink in a laneway bar.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div  class=\"lux_UI lux_single_dealcard cacheid_c55ab3cb26bf43f18f5f7a95c642da38\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"dealcard_preview\">\n\t\t<div class=\"splide lux_dealcard_gallery\" aria-label=\"Luxury Escapes: Three-Hour Walking Foodie Tour with Tastings &#038; Commentary\"><div class=\"splide__arrows\"><button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--prev\"><\/button><button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--next\"><\/button><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/melbourne-foodie-discovery-walking-tour\/rez:PGGJKJ\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience \" data-name=\"Three-Hour Walking Foodie Tour with Tastings &#038; Commentary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\"><div class=\"splide__track\"><div class=\"splide__list\"><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/8op8xyw7cytkrurafw.jpeg\" alt=\"Three-Hour Walking Foodie Tour with Tastings &#038; Commentary 1\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/c23qqfywfjyp2xa31dff.jpeg\" alt=\"Three-Hour Walking Foodie Tour with Tastings &#038; Commentary 2\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/okwzilqnkgpnnj4jxrs.jpeg\" alt=\"Three-Hour Walking Foodie Tour with Tastings &#038; Commentary 3\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/d1vfgjl9actp1iamhrr.jpeg\" alt=\"Three-Hour Walking Foodie Tour with Tastings &#038; Commentary 4\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/0ope1w8zdku2335473p.jpeg\" alt=\"Three-Hour Walking Foodie Tour with Tastings &#038; Commentary 5\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/n6ecz6ebsroa5pfxtwn.jpeg\" alt=\"Three-Hour Walking Foodie Tour with Tastings &#038; Commentary 6\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/7hun2uugtsld5pssgzni.jpeg\" alt=\"Three-Hour Walking Foodie Tour with Tastings &#038; Commentary 7\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/hfh9enxnkkr7qjn4rnnf.jpeg\" alt=\"Three-Hour Walking Foodie Tour with Tastings &#038; Commentary 8\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div class=\"dealcard_details\">\n\t\t\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/melbourne-foodie-discovery-walking-tour\/rez:PGGJKJ\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience deal_card\" data-name=\"Three-Hour Walking Foodie Tour with Tastings &#038; Commentary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t\t<div class=\"dealcard_details_inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Elizabeth St &#038; Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Three-Hour Walking Foodie Tour with Tastings &#038; Commentary<\/div><div class=\"highlight_box\"><div class=\"highlight_txt\">Free Cancellation<\/div><\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$85<\/span><span class=\"type\"> \/person<\/span><\/div><div class=\"tax\">Taxes &#038; fees apply<\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$96<\/span><span class=\"percentage\">-11%<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<span class=\"btn_view_offer\">View offer<\/span>\n\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/a>\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"master-paella-perfection-in-a-spanish-cooking-fiesta\">Master paella perfection in a Spanish cooking fiesta&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Transport yourself to Spain (without leaving Melbourne) in a three-hour class at Cooking With Lola. Under the guidance of chef Lola Migliore, you\u2019ll master authentic Spanish paella and golden, crispy churros \u2013 all while sipping your own sangria. Then, enjoy your creations over a leisurely lunch set to Spanish music.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"sit-down-to-the-yarra-valleys-finest-at-immerse-winery\">Sit down to the Yarra Valley\u2019s finest at Immerse Winery&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Start with a delightful tasting at the cellar door, then relax over a leisurely lunch with views of the estate\u2019s chapels and gardens. Enjoy a shared entree, choose a main dish from the seasonal menu and end on a sweet note with mini desserts to share. Continue the tasting experience at home with a complimentary bottle of wine.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"float-along-the-swan-river-on-a-gourmet-wine-cruise\">Float along the Swan River on a gourmet wine cruise<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Raise a glass to sunshine and the Swan Valley on a full-day gourmet wine cruise. Sip local wines paired with cheese and enjoy a relaxed picnic lunch on board before kicking back with drinks and live entertainment on the way home from wine tastings at Mandoon Estate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div  class=\"lux_UI lux_single_dealcard cacheid_619c7aa9b9308350bcd4d578ad4f3a08\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"dealcard_preview\">\n\t\t<div class=\"splide lux_dealcard_gallery\" aria-label=\"Luxury Escapes: Full-Day Swan Valley Gourmet Wine Cruise with Welcome Drink &#038; Platter Lunch\"><div class=\"splide__arrows\"><button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--prev\"><\/button><button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--next\"><\/button><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/swan-valley-wine-cruise\/rez:PEWNJS\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience \" data-name=\"Full-Day Swan Valley Gourmet Wine Cruise with Welcome Drink &#038; Platter Lunch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\"><div class=\"splide__track\"><div class=\"splide__list\"><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/5r2c03q4n8jpvfrq4pib.jpeg\" alt=\"Full-Day Swan Valley Gourmet Wine Cruise with Welcome Drink &#038; 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Platter Lunch 5\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/m23hhtitfrqrzvvmpif5.jpeg\" alt=\"Full-Day Swan Valley Gourmet Wine Cruise with Welcome Drink &#038; Platter Lunch 6\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/wxwgcb4hanugtf0c0f2t.jpeg\" alt=\"Full-Day Swan Valley Gourmet Wine Cruise with Welcome Drink &#038; Platter Lunch 7\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/966p3qru5vt9wa7ns9k.jpeg\" alt=\"Full-Day Swan Valley Gourmet Wine Cruise with Welcome Drink &#038; Platter Lunch 8\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div class=\"dealcard_details\">\n\t\t\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/swan-valley-wine-cruise\/rez:PEWNJS\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience deal_card\" data-name=\"Full-Day Swan Valley Gourmet Wine Cruise with Welcome Drink &#038; Platter Lunch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t\t<div class=\"dealcard_details_inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Barrack St Jetty, 3 Riverside Dr<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Full-Day Swan Valley Gourmet Wine Cruise with Welcome Drink &#038; Platter Lunch<\/div><div class=\"highlight_box\"><div class=\"highlight_txt\">Free Cancellation<\/div><\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$131<\/span><span class=\"type\"> \/person<\/span><\/div><div class=\"tax\">Taxes &#038; fees apply<\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$145<\/span><span class=\"percentage\">-9%<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<span class=\"btn_view_offer\">View offer<\/span>\n\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/a>\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-best-christmas-gift-experiences-for-nature-lovers\">The best Christmas gift experiences for nature lovers&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"paddle-past-iconic-landmarks-on-a-sydney-harbour-kayak-tour\">Paddle past iconic landmarks on a Sydney Harbour kayak tour&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>See Sydney from a whole new perspective on a two-hour guided kayak tour. Departing from Kirribilli, glide through waters as the sun rises or sets, casting golden light across the harbour. 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Glide over rainforests, waterfalls and hills while expert guides narrate the view below, then land to a well-earned glass of sparkling wine. 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Join a two-hour cruise from Main Beach and get close to migrating humpback whales as they move along their ancient underwater corridor. Just 20 minutes offshore, you\u2019ll be in the path of up to 35,000 whales each season, breaching, tail-slapping and caring for their calves.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div  class=\"lux_UI lux_single_dealcard cacheid_f832f2cd375a03ad9adf1a73f6a75373\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"dealcard_preview\">\n\t\t<div class=\"splide lux_dealcard_gallery\" aria-label=\"Luxury Escapes: Embark on a Whale Watching Adventure with 100% Whale Sighting Guarantee\"><div class=\"splide__arrows\"><button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--prev\"><\/button><button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--next\"><\/button><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/sea-world-whale-watch\/rez:PQGNY0\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience \" data-name=\"Embark on a Whale Watching Adventure with 100% Whale Sighting Guarantee\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\"><div class=\"splide__track\"><div class=\"splide__list\"><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/leajggwr7fna7fask45.jpeg\" alt=\"Embark on a Whale Watching Adventure with 100% Whale Sighting Guarantee 1\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/y1eatgc92rd8p93hbs.jpeg\" alt=\"Embark on a Whale Watching Adventure with 100% Whale Sighting Guarantee 2\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/kn97ec5bwqwxvzrl1w5.jpeg\" alt=\"Embark on a Whale Watching Adventure with 100% Whale Sighting Guarantee 3\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/x1dh6s9m6t1njp4muezf.jpeg\" alt=\"Embark on a Whale Watching Adventure with 100% Whale Sighting Guarantee 4\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/vx2mv43ze0i49xmtpy6.jpeg\" alt=\"Embark on a Whale Watching Adventure with 100% Whale Sighting Guarantee 5\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/0bj5syfl1bmec8bq9p1p.jpeg\" alt=\"Embark on a Whale Watching Adventure with 100% Whale Sighting Guarantee 6\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/5vd9e32uestfk17cnte.jpeg\" alt=\"Embark on a Whale Watching Adventure with 100% Whale Sighting Guarantee 7\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/qlc1uyhapobmj1fv0bxq.jpeg\" alt=\"Embark on a Whale Watching Adventure with 100% Whale Sighting Guarantee 8\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div class=\"dealcard_details\">\n\t\t\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/sea-world-whale-watch\/rez:PQGNY0\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience deal_card\" data-name=\"Embark on a Whale Watching Adventure with 100% Whale Sighting Guarantee\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t\t<div class=\"dealcard_details_inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Sea World Cruises Terminal, Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217, Australia<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Embark on a Whale Watching Adventure with 100% Whale Sighting Guarantee<\/div><div class=\"highlight_box\"><\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$62<\/span><span class=\"type\"> \/person<\/span><\/div><div class=\"tax\">Taxes &#038; fees apply<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<span class=\"btn_view_offer\">View offer<\/span>\n\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/a>\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"go-out-on-a-limb-with-a-treetop-adventure-on-tamborine-mountain\">Go out on a limb with a treetop adventure on Tamborine Mountain&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Send someone special soaring at Australia\u2019s largest high ropes adventure park, perched in the stunning bushland of Tamborine Mountain. With over 140 challenges, 14 ziplines, and courses reaching up to 30 metres high, the TreeTop Challenge pushes adventurers to jump, climb and swing their way through the canopy. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div  class=\"lux_UI lux_single_dealcard cacheid_4d09d5351626cba0b9e98fff9b82d822\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"dealcard_preview\">\n\t\t<div class=\"splide lux_dealcard_gallery\" aria-label=\"Luxury Escapes: Take on Zipline &#038; High Ropes Courses at The TreeTop Challenge at Thunderbird Park\"><div class=\"splide__arrows\"><button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--prev\"><\/button><button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--next\"><\/button><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/tamborine-mountain-adventure-park-treetop-challenge\/rez:P0NA90\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience \" data-name=\"Take on Zipline &#038; High Ropes Courses at The TreeTop Challenge at Thunderbird Park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\"><div class=\"splide__track\"><div class=\"splide__list\"><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/811idxv8m7289k6lox2hn.jpeg\" alt=\"Take on Zipline &#038; 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High Ropes Courses at The TreeTop Challenge at Thunderbird Park 5\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/vyexjlms5flcruxuf9e.jpeg\" alt=\"Take on Zipline &#038; High Ropes Courses at The TreeTop Challenge at Thunderbird Park 6\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/kkrdk4cqwi5xo9bns4mm.jpeg\" alt=\"Take on Zipline &#038; High Ropes Courses at The TreeTop Challenge at Thunderbird Park 7\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/6bqbtmrqzqtl4v3c2fa4.jpeg\" alt=\"Take on Zipline &#038; High Ropes Courses at The TreeTop Challenge at Thunderbird Park 8\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div class=\"dealcard_details\">\n\t\t\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/tamborine-mountain-adventure-park-treetop-challenge\/rez:P0NA90\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience deal_card\" data-name=\"Take on Zipline &#038; High Ropes Courses at The TreeTop Challenge at Thunderbird Park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t\t<div class=\"dealcard_details_inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Tamborine Mountain QLD 4272, Australia<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Take on Zipline &#038; High Ropes Courses at The TreeTop Challenge at Thunderbird Park<\/div><div class=\"highlight_box\"><div class=\"highlight_txt\">Free Cancellation<\/div><\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$42<\/span><span class=\"type\"> \/person<\/span><\/div><div class=\"tax\">Taxes &#038; fees apply<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<span class=\"btn_view_offer\">View offer<\/span>\n\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/a>\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-best-christmas-gift-experiences-for-spa-lovers\">The best Christmas gift experiences for spa lovers&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"unwind-with-harbour-views-at-sofitel-spa-darling-harbour\">Unwind with harbour views at Sofitel SPA Darling Harbour&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There&#8217;s nothing like the gift of guilt-free relaxation, especially when it\u2019s overlooking Sydney&#8217;s Darling Harbour. Gift a 60-minute spa treatment at Sofitel SPA \u2013 choose between a relaxation massage or waterlily facial \u2013 then extend the calm with an hour\u2019s access to the heated rooftop pool, sauna and fitness centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div  class=\"lux_UI lux_single_dealcard cacheid_bfee02d3f737b3046d52507e91c2e2be\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"dealcard_preview\">\n\t\t<div class=\"splide lux_dealcard_gallery\" aria-label=\"Luxury Escapes: Half-Day Spa Pamper Package with Lunch &#038; Glass of Wine in East Perth\"><div class=\"splide__arrows\"><button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--prev\"><\/button><button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--next\"><\/button><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/perth-half-day-spa-pamper-package-with-lunch-and-glass-of-wine-in-east-perth\/led:006Ii000002JJcZIAW\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience \" data-name=\"Half-Day Spa Pamper Package with Lunch &#038; Glass of Wine in East Perth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\"><div class=\"splide__track\"><div class=\"splide__list\"><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/x9g646xyptq13o3irqvd.jpeg\" alt=\"Half-Day Spa Pamper Package with Lunch &#038; 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Glass of Wine in East Perth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t\t<div class=\"dealcard_details_inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>16 Kensington Street<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Half-Day Spa Pamper Package with Lunch &#038; Glass of Wine in East Perth<\/div><div class=\"highlight_box\"><div class=\"highlight_txt\">Free Cancellation<\/div><div class=\"highlight_txt\">Gifting Available<\/div><\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">from<\/div><div class=\"range luxplus\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$114<\/span><span class=\"type\"> total<\/span><span class=\"with_luxplus\"> with <em><\/em><\/span><\/div><div class=\"range range_small\"><span class=\"label\">Non-member<\/span><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$131<\/span><\/div><div class=\"tax\">Taxes &#038; fees apply<\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$234<\/span><span class=\"percentage\">-44%<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<span class=\"btn_view_offer\">View offer<\/span>\n\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/a>\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"mix-it-up-with-a-sensory-wellness-experience-at-eq-melbourne\">Mix it up with a sensory wellness experience at EQ Melbourne &nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Bathhouse rituals, immersive therapy and deep meditation \u2013 EQ Melbourne&#8217;s evidence-based experience combines light and sound therapy in a specially designed dome, breathwork and hot and cold therapy to help reset the mind and body.&nbsp; It&#8217;s the perfect gift for spa lovers who want to take the plunge into something different.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div  class=\"lux_UI lux_single_dealcard cacheid_849120d60750dc10f592fb0cb5ee5935\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"dealcard_preview\">\n\t\t<div class=\"splide lux_dealcard_gallery\" aria-label=\"Luxury Escapes: Three-Hour Signature Journey Wellbeing Experience with Light &#038; Sound Therapy, Meditation &#038; Spa\"><div class=\"splide__arrows\"><button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--prev\"><\/button><button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--next\"><\/button><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/melbourne-three-hour-introductory-wellbeing-experience-with-light-and-sound-therapy-meditation-and-spa\/led:006Ii000002Imv5IAC\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience \" data-name=\"Three-Hour Signature Journey Wellbeing Experience with Light &#038; Sound Therapy, Meditation &#038; Spa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\"><div class=\"splide__track\"><div class=\"splide__list\"><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/1jox41txfzprsnnur07.jpeg\" alt=\"Three-Hour Signature Journey Wellbeing Experience with Light &#038; 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Sound Therapy, Meditation &#038; Spa 5\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/hwf5lei23hxbp4f4d6nk.jpeg\" alt=\"Three-Hour Signature Journey Wellbeing Experience with Light &#038; Sound Therapy, Meditation &#038; Spa 6\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/gvrncp7e2cvipqra3mj.jpeg\" alt=\"Three-Hour Signature Journey Wellbeing Experience with Light &#038; Sound Therapy, Meditation &#038; Spa 7\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/yxwb49cuwdth2ne5bag.jpeg\" alt=\"Three-Hour Signature Journey Wellbeing Experience with Light &#038; Sound Therapy, Meditation &#038; Spa 8\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div class=\"dealcard_details\">\n\t\t\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/melbourne-three-hour-introductory-wellbeing-experience-with-light-and-sound-therapy-meditation-and-spa\/led:006Ii000002Imv5IAC\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience deal_card\" data-name=\"Three-Hour Signature Journey Wellbeing Experience with Light &#038; Sound Therapy, Meditation &#038; Spa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t\t<div class=\"dealcard_details_inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>5\/22 Kings Place<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Three-Hour Signature Journey Wellbeing Experience with Light &#038; Sound Therapy, Meditation &#038; Spa<\/div><div class=\"highlight_box\"><div class=\"highlight_txt\">Free Cancellation<\/div><div class=\"highlight_txt\">Gifting Available<\/div><\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">from<\/div><div class=\"range luxplus\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$76<\/span><span class=\"type\"> total<\/span><span class=\"with_luxplus\"> with <em><\/em><\/span><\/div><div class=\"range range_small\"><span class=\"label\">Non-member<\/span><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$83<\/span><\/div><div class=\"tax\">Taxes &#038; fees apply<\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$104<\/span><span class=\"percentage\">-20%<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<span class=\"btn_view_offer\">View offer<\/span>\n\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/a>\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"soak-in-japanese-serenity-at-daylesfords-onsen-spa\">Soak in Japanese serenity at Daylesford&#8217;s onsen spa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Treat someone special to a two-hour Japanese-inspired spa ritual in the heart of Victoria&#8217;s wellness region. It begins with a private onsen bath infused with mineral salts, followed by a 90-minute Shiatsu massage designed to harmonise body and mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div  class=\"lux_UI lux_single_dealcard cacheid_eee27e34674891e5b177e8202dd915e7\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"dealcard_preview\">\n\t\t<div class=\"splide lux_dealcard_gallery\" aria-label=\"Luxury Escapes: Pamper Yourself or a Loved One with a Two-Hour Private Japanese Onsen Bath &#038; Shiatsu Ritual Spa Experience\"><div class=\"splide__arrows\"><button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--prev\"><\/button><button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--next\"><\/button><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/daylesford-pamper-yourself-or-a-loved-one-with-a-two-hour-private-japanese-onsen-bath-and-shiatsu-ritual-spa-experience\/led:0062y00000Gx8ZaAAJ\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience \" data-name=\"Pamper Yourself or a Loved One with a Two-Hour Private Japanese Onsen Bath &#038; Shiatsu Ritual Spa Experience\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\"><div class=\"splide__track\"><div class=\"splide__list\"><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/wti3g3ixmjgsxla54uo.jpeg\" alt=\"Pamper Yourself or a Loved One with a Two-Hour Private Japanese Onsen Bath &#038; Shiatsu Ritual Spa Experience 1\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/s9h6wj346fp9o1q9hx5o.jpeg\" alt=\"Pamper Yourself or a Loved One with a Two-Hour Private Japanese Onsen Bath &#038; Shiatsu Ritual Spa Experience 2\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/5qt2dp3u5jo71kc7lyn.jpeg\" alt=\"Pamper Yourself or a Loved One with a Two-Hour Private Japanese Onsen Bath &#038; Shiatsu Ritual Spa Experience 3\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"splide__slide dealcard_img\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/c5w6i1odony3iiaz4o4f.jpeg\" alt=\"Pamper Yourself or a Loved One with a Two-Hour Private Japanese Onsen Bath &#038; Shiatsu Ritual Spa Experience 4\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div class=\"dealcard_details\">\n\t\t\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/daylesford-pamper-yourself-or-a-loved-one-with-a-two-hour-private-japanese-onsen-bath-and-shiatsu-ritual-spa-experience\/led:0062y00000Gx8ZaAAJ\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience deal_card\" data-name=\"Pamper Yourself or a Loved One with a Two-Hour Private Japanese Onsen Bath &#038; Shiatsu Ritual Spa Experience\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t\t<div class=\"dealcard_details_inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>25 Albert Street<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Pamper Yourself or a Loved One with a Two-Hour Private Japanese Onsen Bath &#038; Shiatsu Ritual Spa Experience<\/div><div class=\"highlight_box\"><div class=\"highlight_txt\">Gifting Available<\/div><\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$200<\/span><span class=\"type\"> \/person<\/span><\/div><div class=\"tax\">Taxes &#038; fees apply<\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$228<\/span><span class=\"percentage\">-12%<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<span class=\"btn_view_offer\">View offer<\/span>\n\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/a>\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"indulge-in-a-japanese-head-spa-at-one-of-broadbeachs-best-day-spas\">Indulge in a Japanese head spa at one of Broadbeach\u2019s best day spas&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Give the gift of a seriously good hair day with a two-hour Japanese head spa experience at Summer Elisabeth Day Spa. Expect a fountain massage under flowing water, a sakura scrub, a K18 peptide treatment and pressure point facial therapy. It&#8217;s the ultimate refresh for anyone who deserves to feel pampered from the crown down.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-best-christmas-gift-experiences-for-everyone\">The best Christmas gift experiences for&#8230; everyone<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"treat-them-to-a-luxury-escapes-gift-card\">Treat them to a Luxury Escapes gift card&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Give the gift of choice with <a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/gift-cards\">Luxury Escapes gift card<\/a>, to open a world of unforgettable getaways and bucket-list experiences. Let your loved one decide whether to embark on a weekend spa retreat, wine-tasting tour, once-in-a-lifetime&nbsp;escape or an adrenaline-pumping adventure. Memories are the gifts that keep on giving after all.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"lux_UI lux_offer_carousel\">\n\t\n\t<h3>Discover Experiences<\/h3>\t\n\t<section class=\"splide lux_offer_carousel_feed\" aria-label=\"Luxury Escapes: Discover Experiences\">\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"splide__arrows\">\n\t\t<button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--prev\"><\/button>\n\t\t<button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--next\"><\/button>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t<div class=\"splide__track\">\n\t\t<div class=\"splide__list\">\n\t\t\t\n<div id=\"offer_led:0062y00000DpToNAAV\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_experience cacheid_3e8937e0c6321578c263b22fbc0906ed\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/noosa-two-hour-spa-pamper-package-in-noosa-heads\/led:0062y00000DpToNAAV\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience carousel\" data-name=\"Two-Hour Spa Package in Noosa Heads\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/zhoc3i2kecnxwz1kibx9.jpeg\" alt=\"Two-Hour Spa Package in Noosa Heads\" width=\"400\" height=\"225\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>21 Little Hastings Street<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Two-Hour Spa Package in Noosa Heads<\/div><div class=\"highlight_box\"><div class=\"highlight_txt\">Free Cancellation<\/div><\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$207<\/span><span class=\"type\"> \/person<\/span><\/div><div class=\"tax\">Taxes &#038; fees apply<\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$241<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_led:006RF00000OL1zSYAT\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_experience cacheid_3e8937e0c6321578c263b22fbc0906ed\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/blissful-90-minute-couples-spa-package-with-high-tea-and-sparkling-wine-at-sofitel-sydney-darling-harbour\/led:006RF00000OL1zSYAT\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience carousel\" data-name=\"Blissful 90-Minute Couple's Spa Package with High Tea &#038; Sparkling Wine at Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/rci9p67eq2qqxd0ycb5.jpeg\" alt=\"Blissful 90-Minute Couple's Spa Package with High Tea &#038; Sparkling Wine at Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour\" width=\"400\" height=\"225\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>12 Darling Drive<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Blissful 90-Minute Couple&#8217;s Spa Package with High Tea &#038; Sparkling Wine at Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour<\/div><div class=\"highlight_box\"><div class=\"highlight_txt\">Free Cancellation<\/div><div class=\"highlight_txt\">Gifting Available<\/div><\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$372<\/span><span class=\"type\"> \/two people<\/span><\/div><div class=\"tax\">Taxes &#038; fees apply<\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$729<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_led:006RF00000MIvHhYAL\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_experience cacheid_3e8937e0c6321578c263b22fbc0906ed\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/three-hour-cbd-yarra-river-dinner-cruise-with-four-course-meal-and-free-flow-drinks\/led:006RF00000MIvHhYAL\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience carousel\" data-name=\"Three-Hour CBD Yarra River Dinner Cruise with Four-Course Meal &#038; Free-Flow Drinks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/wdcimtqep6rq5zr9yksq.jpeg\" alt=\"Three-Hour CBD Yarra River Dinner Cruise with Four-Course Meal &#038; Free-Flow Drinks\" width=\"400\" height=\"225\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Southbank Promenade \u2013 Berth 1<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Three-Hour CBD Yarra River Dinner Cruise with Four-Course Meal &#038; Free-Flow Drinks<\/div><div class=\"highlight_box\"><div class=\"highlight_txt\">Free Cancellation<\/div><div class=\"highlight_txt\">Gifting Available<\/div><\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$121<\/span><span class=\"type\"> \/person<\/span><\/div><div class=\"tax\">Taxes &#038; fees apply<\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$135<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_led:006RF00000PgbspYAB\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_experience cacheid_3e8937e0c6321578c263b22fbc0906ed\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/unwind-with-a-luxurious-japanese-head-spa-package-in-mosman\/led:006RF00000PgbspYAB\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience carousel\" data-name=\"Unwind with a Luxurious Japanese Head Spa Package in Mosman\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/wu0zy9aa2qr8no2dc04s99.jpeg\" alt=\"Unwind with a Luxurious Japanese Head Spa Package in Mosman\" width=\"400\" height=\"225\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>level 1\/791 Military Road<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Unwind with a Luxurious Japanese Head Spa Package in Mosman<\/div><div class=\"highlight_box\"><div class=\"highlight_txt\">Gifting Available<\/div><\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$69<\/span><span class=\"type\"> \/person<\/span><\/div><div class=\"tax\">Taxes &#038; fees apply<\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$125<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_led:006RF00000TJqzyYAD\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_experience cacheid_3e8937e0c6321578c263b22fbc0906ed\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/school-holiday-movie-tickets-at-goodwoods-iconic-capri-theatre\/led:006RF00000TJqzyYAD\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience carousel\" data-name=\"School Holiday Movie Tickets at Goodwood's Iconic Capri Theatre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/0adtz9npzqt0xhxn8dl3.jpeg\" alt=\"School Holiday Movie Tickets at Goodwood's Iconic Capri Theatre\" width=\"400\" height=\"225\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>141 Goodwood Road<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">School Holiday Movie Tickets at Goodwood&#8217;s Iconic Capri Theatre<\/div><div class=\"highlight_box\"><div class=\"highlight_txt\">Gifting Available<\/div><\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$8<\/span><span class=\"type\"> \/<\/span><\/div><div class=\"tax\">Taxes &#038; fees apply<\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$13<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_led:006RF00000MIpnPYAT\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_experience cacheid_3e8937e0c6321578c263b22fbc0906ed\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/two-hour-cbd-yarra-river-bottomless-brunch-cruise-with-free-flow-drinks\/led:006RF00000MIpnPYAT\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience carousel\" data-name=\"Two-Hour CBD Yarra River Bottomless Brunch Cruise with Free-Flow Drinks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/ph5rjox03ys2zi7hu9g3.jpeg\" alt=\"Two-Hour CBD Yarra River Bottomless Brunch Cruise with Free-Flow Drinks\" width=\"400\" height=\"225\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Southbank Promenade \u2013 Berth 1<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Two-Hour CBD Yarra River Bottomless Brunch Cruise with Free-Flow Drinks<\/div><div class=\"highlight_box\"><div class=\"highlight_txt\">Free Cancellation<\/div><div class=\"highlight_txt\">Gifting Available<\/div><\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$80<\/span><span class=\"type\"> \/person<\/span><\/div><div class=\"tax\">Taxes &#038; fees apply<\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$89<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_rez:PXQSBZ\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_experience cacheid_3e8937e0c6321578c263b22fbc0906ed\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/whitehaven-beach-and-snorkel\/rez:PXQSBZ\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience carousel\" data-name=\"Full-Day Whitehaven Beach Catamaran Tour with Lunch &#038; Snorkelling\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/42dtchjbl2ccdftsukx.jpeg\" alt=\"Full-Day Whitehaven Beach Catamaran Tour with Lunch &#038; Snorkelling\" width=\"400\" height=\"225\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Airlie Beach QLD, Australia<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Full-Day Whitehaven Beach Catamaran Tour with Lunch &#038; Snorkelling<\/div><div class=\"highlight_box\"><div class=\"highlight_txt\">Free Cancellation<\/div><\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$168<\/span><span class=\"type\"> \/person<\/span><\/div><div class=\"tax\">Taxes &#038; fees apply<\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$186<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_led:006RF00000PyW8HYAV\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_experience cacheid_3e8937e0c6321578c263b22fbc0906ed\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/over-50-bathing-and-wellness-experiences-at-award-winning-peninsula-hot-springs-on-the-mornington-peninsula\/led:006RF00000PyW8HYAV\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience carousel\" data-name=\"Enjoy Over 50 Bathing &#038; Wellness Experiences as well as Bathe &#038; Dine at Award-Winning Peninsula Hot Springs on the Mornington Peninsula\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/j4qfbjft75jn34tzu5bns.jpeg\" alt=\"Enjoy Over 50 Bathing &#038; Wellness Experiences as well as Bathe &#038; Dine at Award-Winning Peninsula Hot Springs on the Mornington Peninsula\" width=\"400\" height=\"225\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>140 Springs Lane<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Enjoy Over 50 Bathing &#038; Wellness Experiences as well as Bathe &#038; Dine at Award-Winning Peninsula Hot Springs on the Mornington Peninsula<\/div><div class=\"highlight_box\"><div class=\"highlight_txt\">Free Cancellation<\/div><div class=\"highlight_txt\">Gifting Available<\/div><\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">from<\/div><div class=\"range luxplus\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$97<\/span><span class=\"type\"> total<\/span><span class=\"with_luxplus\"> with <em><\/em><\/span><\/div><div class=\"range range_small\"><span class=\"label\">Non-member<\/span><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$101<\/span><\/div><div class=\"tax\">Taxes &#038; fees apply<\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$111<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_led:006RF00000IkfsDYAR\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_experience cacheid_3e8937e0c6321578c263b22fbc0906ed\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/melbourne-shared-three-course-lunch-or-dinner-in-southbank-at-the-meat-and-wine-co.-with-one-drink\/led:006RF00000IkfsDYAR\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience carousel\" data-name=\"Melbourne: Shared Three-Course Lunch or Dinner in Southbank at The Meat &#038; Wine Co. with One Drink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/qf6bipkk7artknwa8cth.jpeg\" alt=\"Melbourne: Shared Three-Course Lunch or Dinner in Southbank at The Meat &#038; Wine Co. with One Drink\" width=\"400\" height=\"225\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>3 Freshwater Place, Queensbridge Square, Queensbridge Street<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Melbourne: Shared Three-Course Lunch or Dinner in Southbank at The Meat &#038; Wine Co. with One Drink<\/div><div class=\"highlight_box\"><div class=\"highlight_txt\">Free Cancellation<\/div><div class=\"highlight_txt\">Gifting Available<\/div><\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">from<\/div><div class=\"range luxplus\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$117<\/span><span class=\"type\"> total<\/span><span class=\"with_luxplus\"> with <em><\/em><\/span><\/div><div class=\"range range_small\"><span class=\"label\">Non-member<\/span><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$124<\/span><\/div><div class=\"tax\">Taxes &#038; fees apply<\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$147<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_led:006RF00000OCuS1YAL\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_experience cacheid_3e8937e0c6321578c263b22fbc0906ed\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/experience\/blissful-90-or-120-minute-massage-and-hammam-spa-packages-with-sparkling-wine-at-l.m.-spa-werribee-park\/led:006RF00000OCuS1YAL\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"experience carousel\" data-name=\"Luxurious 90-Minute or 120-Minute Spa Package at Lancemore Mansion Hotel with Glass of Sparkling &#038; All-Day Pool Passes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/6llqve6nqrvqbksj5o6n.jpeg\" alt=\"Luxurious 90-Minute or 120-Minute Spa Package at Lancemore Mansion Hotel with Glass of Sparkling &#038; All-Day Pool Passes\" width=\"400\" height=\"225\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Escarpment Road<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Luxurious 90-Minute or 120-Minute Spa Package at Lancemore Mansion Hotel with Glass of Sparkling &#038; All-Day Pool Passes<\/div><div class=\"highlight_box\"><div class=\"highlight_txt\">Free Cancellation<\/div><div class=\"highlight_txt\">Gifting Available<\/div><\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">from<\/div><div class=\"range luxplus\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$110<\/span><span class=\"type\"> total<\/span><span class=\"with_luxplus\"> with <em><\/em><\/span><\/div><div class=\"range range_small\"><span class=\"label\">Non-member<\/span><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$117<\/span><\/div><div class=\"tax\">Taxes &#038; 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