
Category: Australia


Coronavirus fears? Head to the wilderness
By Christopher Hill on Mar 04, 2020 in Africa, Australia, Colorado, Ecuador, Health & Safety, Kenya, Montana, Namibia, North America, Oceania, Regions, South America, Travel Miscellany, USA, Wyoming
Coronavirus is on everyone’s mind right now – understandably so. We need to be sensible and treat it with respect. But you still want to travel, yes? Help is at hand. One solution for you is to head to the wilderness – areas of sparse populations are perfect for exploring and staying virus-free. Here are 
Top 7 luxury gourmet getaways in Australia
By Mat Lewis on Mar 01, 2020 in Accommodation, Australia, Food and Drink, Oceania, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Vacation Rentals
When holidaying in Australia, there is so much more to experience than just its big cities and famous tourist attractions. In fact, no trip down under is complete without leaving the busy city behind and heading out into the regions for a gourmet adventure. We’ve handpicked some of the standout gourmet destinations around the country 
How to help in Australia on a luxury trip
As you know, Australia is suffering from catastrophic wildfires. In addition to the human toll, millions of wildlife have died. But you can still visit Australia safely, in fact you can even make a positive impact while you are there. And Australia needs you more than ever! Why? Looking at just the Luxury Lodges of Australia collection
Luxury travel news this week
By Paul Johnson on Jan 19, 2020 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Australia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Hotels, Mexico, North America, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA
Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive these new weekly alerts in your web browser, please click on the red bell icon in the bottom right hand corner of the page and click ‘subscribe’ (works on desktop only – for other ways to 
Luxury travel news this week
By Paul Johnson on Jan 05, 2020 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Australia, Celebrities, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Hotels, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive these new weekly alerts in your web browser, please click on the red bell icon in the bottom right hand corner of the page and click ‘subscribe’ (works on desktop only – for other ways to 
10 luxurious country estates near Sydney
By Mat Lewis on Jan 03, 2020 in Accommodation, Australia, Food and Drink, Hotels, Oceania, Regions, Travel Miscellany
Wide open spaces, gorgeous landscapes, and plenty of peace and quiet—that’s what being away in the country means to most. And in Australia, there certainly is no shortage of fantastic country homes and villas to choose from when you’re in need of some R&R. Take a look at some of these beautiful country estates close 
The top 5 destinations to make your New Year's resolutions a reality
By Christopher Hill on Jan 01, 2020 in Africa, Asia, Australia, Belize, Central America, Costa Rica, Featured, Indonesia, Oceania, Regions, Zambia
Welcome to 2020! Have you made your resolutions? Popular resolutions relate to becoming a better person, being more generous and showing concerns for others, living life to the fullest, being more environmentally aware, or spending more time with your friends and family. Of course these are fantastic. What would you think if you knew that 
9 worldwide balloon rides to get you high
By Linas Ceikus on Dec 17, 2019 in Africa, Air Travel, Arizona, Australia, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, Featured, France, Italy, Lithuania, Middle East, Morocco, North America, Oceania, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Turkey, USA, Western Europe
The silence of hot air balloon flight is almost indescribable. As you float at the whims of the breeze you meet with no resistance. The only occasional sounds which may wend their way on high is the barking of distant dogs – perhaps from some inbuilt and ancient defense mechanism. The earth takes on a 
Top 10 luxury hotel spas in Australia
By Mat Lewis on Dec 01, 2019 in Accommodation, Australia, Hotels, Oceania, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel
Travelling all the way to Australia can be a big undertaking, especially if you’re coming from the other side of the world. If you think that you’ll need some time to recover from the inevitable jetlag, you might want to consider some downtime to restore your sense of health & wellbeing at one of the 
Top 10 private villas in Australia
Australia is home to some of the most spectacular destinations in the world. Think lush rainforests, pristine oceans, verdant hinterlands, spectacular wine and spa regions — there’s definitely plenty of reasons to choose Australia as your next holiday destination. Explore these fantastic locations while enjoying the many comforts of these stunning private villas across the
Photograph of the week: Princes Pier, Port Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Wander to the very end of the 580-metre long Princes Pier in Port Melbourne, Victoria, and you will see, stretching into the distance, a mesmerising series of wooden pillars, emerging from the shimmering water in hypnotic lines. Mere wooden stumps to some, an Instagrammable photographic opportunity to others, for so many others these pillars represented
Luxury travel news this week
By Paul Johnson on Oct 27, 2019 in Air Travel, Asia, Attractions, Australia, Bhutan, Europe, France, Going Out, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive these new weekly alerts in your web browser, please click on the red bell icon in the bottom right hand corner of the page and click ‘subscribe’ (works on desktop only – for other ways to 
Luxury Christmas vacations: 5 amazing yachting destinations this Winter
By Trina Howes on Oct 12, 2019 in Africa, Asia, Australia, British Virgin Islands, Caribbean, Cruises & Boat Travel, Cuba, Oceania, Regions, Seychelles, Speciality Travel, Thailand
If you’re making plans to celebrate Christmas and the New Year away from home then a luxury yacht charter in one of these five fantastic destinations could be exactly what you’re looking for: Not only do you have complete privacy on board and a personalised service, you can also choose a vessel with amenities to 
Meaningful trips inspired by the Rugby World Cup
By Christopher Hill on Oct 09, 2019 in Africa, Argentina, Australia, Europe, Fiji, Italy, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, South Africa, South America, Western Europe
We are well into the Rugby World Cup, hosted for the first time in an Asian nation – Japan. This year’s event is set to be the most openly contested ever – so hard to pick the winner, with at least 6 countries laying plausible claim to the title. Japan’s historic win over one of the 
10 romantic retreats near Melbourne, Australia
By Mat Lewis on Oct 01, 2019 in Accommodation, Australia, Leisure Travel, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel, Vacation Rentals
Dynamic, artsy, urban, coffee-crazy with inner neighbourhoods that are quirky and full of character – Melbourne is one of Australia’s most popular destinations. It’s easy to see why, with so many culturally enriching places, awesome food, and great weather (well, in summer at least!). But for those looking to experience more than the city, travel