{"id":46821,"date":"2026-03-10T11:39:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-10T00:39:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/?p=46821"},"modified":"2026-05-12T16:35:30","modified_gmt":"2026-05-12T06:35:30","slug":"luxury-escapes-live","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/luxury-escapes-live\/","title":{"rendered":"Luxury Escapes Live: Melbourne&#8217;s Best Travel Event is Coming!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Clear your calendar, Melbourne. There\u2019s a new date for your diary \u2013 and it comes with overwater villas, beachside cocktails and once-in-a-lifetime adventures (no passport required\u2026 yet).<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On 16\u201317 May 2026, the iconic Royal Exhibition Building will transform into a high-energy celebration of travel as <a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/au\/live\">Luxury Escapes Live<\/a> makes its much-anticipated debut. Think exclusive offers, thousands of prizes, expert advice and bucket-list destinations \u2013 all under one spectacular roof.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is more than just another travel expo. It\u2019s a weekend-long immersion into the magic of travel, designed for offer-hunters, experience seekers and anyone with a serious case of wanderlust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Luxury Escapes Live is FREE for members! <a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/au\/live\">Get your tickets here now<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More than just another travel expo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Luxury Escapes Live is your chance to access exclusive show-only offers you won\u2019t find online or anywhere else. We\u2019re talking limited-time offers, unbeatable value and insider perks that could have you sipping champagne in the Maldives or booking that long-dreamed-of Europe escape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And yes, there will be prizes. Thousands of them. Expect amazing giveaways, surprise moments and the kind of spontaneous wins that make your weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Destination inspiration, all in one place<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From dreamy Maldives overwater escapes to Bali beach breaks, buzzing city getaways and once-in-a-lifetime experiences across the world, Luxury Escapes Live will showcase the very best in travel inspiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Explore curated partner showcases, discover emerging hotspots and uncover fresh ways to elevate your next holiday. Whether you&#8217;re planning a quick local weekend away or a bucket-list trip of a lifetime, this is where your next escape begins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s just some of what you can expect across the weekend:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mastercard Main Stage<\/strong>: stay tuned for a full schedule of celebrity appearances.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Travel marketplace<\/strong>, presented by PassportCard: your go-to for unbeatable offers, not available anywhere else.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Soci\u00e9t\u00e9 Lounge<\/strong>, presented by Cathay Pacific: an exclusive space for Soci\u00e9t\u00e9 members.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Discover Hong Kong<\/strong> market: inspiration for one of the world&#8217;s most exciting travel destinations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cellar door experience<\/strong>, presented by Wine Selectors: enjoy wine tasting from a range of Australia&#8217;s leading vineyards and producers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lavazza coffee stations<\/strong>: the perfect stop for an energy pick-me-up.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Expert tips to travel smarter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Want to know how to maximise your Soci\u00e9t\u00e9 points, unlock VIP perks or access the best-value upgrades? Luxury Escapes&#8217; travel experts will be on hand all weekend, sharing their insider advice and savvy strategies to help you get more out of every booking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s part masterclass, part marketplace, part travel daydream brought to life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Luxury travel brands and special guests<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Expect exciting brand partners, guest appearances and immersive experiences designed to bring destinations to life. From interactive activations to curated tastings and pop-up moments, Luxury Escapes Live promises an atmosphere that\u2019s vibrant, social and impossible to scroll past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Luxury Escapes Live is FREE for members! <a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/au\/live\">Get your tickets here now<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\"><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/au\/live\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"327\" src=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Partners-logos-Dark-2-1024x327.png\" alt=\"-\" class=\"wp-image-47557\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Partners-logos-Dark-2-1024x327.png 1024w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Partners-logos-Dark-2-350x112.png 350w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Partners-logos-Dark-2-768x246.png 768w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Partners-logos-Dark-2-1536x491.png 1536w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Partners-logos-Dark-2.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"lux_UI lux_offer_carousel\">\n\t\n\t<h3>Discover Top Offers<\/h3>\t\n\t<section class=\"splide lux_offer_carousel_feed\" aria-label=\"Luxury Escapes: Discover Top Offers\">\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_006RF00000U00I5YAJ\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_4d37790f2a4a6338d3dfa1c36fed268d\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/offer\/hyatt-regency-koh-samui-thailand-asia\/006RF00000U00I5YAJ\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer Flash carousel LuxPlus   \" data-name=\"Hyatt Regency Koh Samui\" 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\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/q3f94bqame91c4uws2pg.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/q3f94bqame91c4uws2pg.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/q3f94bqame91c4uws2pg.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/q3f94bqame91c4uws2pg.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/q3f94bqame91c4uws2pg.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/q3f94bqame91c4uws2pg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"Hyatt Regency Koh Samui, Koh Samui, Thailand\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tags\"><\/div><div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Koh Samui, Thailand<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Hyatt Regency Koh Samui<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Koh Samui All-Inclusive Oceanfront Luxury with Massages &#038; Unlimited Free-Flow Drinks<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">5 nights, 1 room from<\/div><div class=\"range luxplus\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$1,399<\/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\">$1,499<\/span><\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$3,988<\/span><span class=\"percentage\">-62%<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_006RF00000VEXDbYAP\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_ca05c932a58a6eaf7448c709407fc3b1\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/offer\/melia-ho-tram-beach-resort-vung-tau-vietnam-asia\/006RF00000VEXDbYAP\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer Flash carousel LuxPlus   \" data-name=\"Meli\u00e1 Ho Tram Beach Resort\" 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\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/d149qfraiag3jj2g49bq.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/d149qfraiag3jj2g49bq.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/d149qfraiag3jj2g49bq.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/d149qfraiag3jj2g49bq.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/d149qfraiag3jj2g49bq.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/d149qfraiag3jj2g49bq.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"Meli\u00e1 Ho Tram Beach Resort, Ho Tram, Vietnam\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tags\"><\/div><div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Ho Tram, Vietnam<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Meli\u00e1 Ho Tram Beach Resort<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Vietnam All-Inclusive Beachfront Paradise with Massages, Unlimited Free-Flow Drinks &#038; Return Transfers<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">5 nights, 1 room from<\/div><div class=\"range luxplus\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$1,399<\/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\">$1,429<\/span><\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$2,985<\/span><span class=\"percentage\">-52%<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_006RF00000UZQETYA5\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_89be17d4d213ff6ca50f2a8ffe0f1f7a\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/offer\/centara-grand-beach-resort-phuket-thailand-asia\/006RF00000UZQETYA5\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer Flash carousel LuxPlus   \" data-name=\"Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket\" 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\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/vuu8rejzrerm3m2mjola.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/vuu8rejzrerm3m2mjola.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/vuu8rejzrerm3m2mjola.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/vuu8rejzrerm3m2mjola.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/vuu8rejzrerm3m2mjola.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/vuu8rejzrerm3m2mjola.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket, Phuket, Thailand\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tags\"><\/div><div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Phuket, Thailand<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Phuket Beachfront Paradise with Daily Breakfast, Daily Lunch or Dinner &#038; Nightly Free-Flow Drinks Hour<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">7 nights, 1 room from<\/div><div class=\"range luxplus\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$1,149<\/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\">$1,025<\/span><\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$3,269<\/span><span class=\"percentage\">-63%<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_006RF00000XrYANYA3\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_e1ada809c2cd8679b72ae6d662bfb68b\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/offer\/mercure-maldives-kooddoo-resort-maldives-asia\/006RF00000XrYANYA3\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer Flash carousel LuxPlus   \" data-name=\"Mercure Maldives Kooddoo Resort\" 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\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/xad924sqpwdyea22fh83.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/xad924sqpwdyea22fh83.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/xad924sqpwdyea22fh83.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/xad924sqpwdyea22fh83.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/xad924sqpwdyea22fh83.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/xad924sqpwdyea22fh83.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"Mercure Maldives Kooddoo Resort, Kooddoo Island, Maldives\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tags\"><\/div><div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Kooddoo Island, Maldives<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Mercure Maldives Kooddoo Resort<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Maldives All-Inclusive Oasis: Adults-Only Bliss with Free-Flow Drinks &#038; Domestic Flight Transfers<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">5 nights, 1 villa from<\/div><div class=\"range luxplus\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$3,249<\/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\">$2,803<\/span><\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$6,965<\/span><span class=\"percentage\">-48%<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_006RF00000W8WoIYAV\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_4ef694249407871347f9401616facbf4\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/offer\/meyyafushi-maldives-asia\/006RF00000W8WoIYAV\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer Flash carousel LuxPlus   \" data-name=\"Meyyafushi Maldives\" 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\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/rbun53mllbdlddnlujw.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/rbun53mllbdlddnlujw.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/rbun53mllbdlddnlujw.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/rbun53mllbdlddnlujw.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/rbun53mllbdlddnlujw.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/rbun53mllbdlddnlujw.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"Meyyafushi Maldives, Lhaviyani Atoll, Maldives \" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tags\"><\/div><div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Lhaviyani Atoll, Maldives <\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Meyyafushi Maldives<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Grand Opening: Maldives All-Inclusive Pool Villas with Premium Free-Flow Drinks &#038; Return Seaplane Transfers<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">5 nights, 1 room from<\/div><div class=\"range luxplus\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$4,149<\/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\">$3,519<\/span><\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$16,575<\/span><span class=\"percentage\">-73%<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_006RF00000VqzwnYAB\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_aa82360f1a89a70ce6798f4f9bb2dc02\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/offer\/hideaway-beach-resort-and-spa-maldives-asia\/006RF00000VqzwnYAB\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer Flash carousel LuxPlus   \" data-name=\"Hideaway Beach Resort &#038; Spa\" 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\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/waszmmtndhi9wxcgvm.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/waszmmtndhi9wxcgvm.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/waszmmtndhi9wxcgvm.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/waszmmtndhi9wxcgvm.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/waszmmtndhi9wxcgvm.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/waszmmtndhi9wxcgvm.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"Hideaway Beach Resort &amp; 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