Category: Oceania
8 of the best luxury experiences on the Gold Coast
By Lizi Oldham on Apr 29, 2014 in Air Travel, Attractions, Australia, Bars, Cruises & Boat Travel, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Oceania, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany
Glitz and glamour reign supreme on the Gold Coast, Australia. Large-scale developments tower over the sparkling waters, creating a striking contrast and a visual spectacle. The Gold Coast is a hedonistic mix of high-rise buildings, exhilarating theme parks and glamorous bars. Heaving with tourists the area has become synonymous with fun and frivalry. The never-ending 
Million dollar views: 6 of the world's best resort views
By Chinmoy Lad on Apr 23, 2014 in Accommodation, Asia, Caribbean, Europe, Featured, Greece, Hotels, India, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, North America, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Resorts, Saint Lucia, Speciality Travel, USA, Utah, Western Europe, Worldwide
Following on from our previous series where we looked at the world’s best city hotel views, we now turn our attention to the world’s most jaw dropping resort views. While city views are entirely dependent on mankind’s ability to build structures and turn buildings into art and entire cityscapes into neon-lit bright reflections of a 
3 unique luxury retreats in Australia
The Australian countryside is home to some of the world’s most incredible landscapes and fascinating wildlife experiences. Parched, red desert sands stretch through the centre; the top end swelters beneath lush jungle canopies; and of course, the iconic coastline creates endless opportunities to surf and swim. It has all the ingredients to make up a
New Zealand's #1 ski town and #1 bed and breakfast
By Angela Schrider on Apr 15, 2014 in Accommodation, Bed & Breakfasts, Leisure Travel, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel
Skiing and snowboarding in New Zealand takes place mainly during the winter months of July, August and September, with later September conditions more spring like. The most popular region to ski in New Zealand is the Southern Lakes district, which is home to the beautiful, picturesque, tranquil town of Wanaka. Wanaka is a cosy small 
6 of the best luxury lodges in New Zealand
By David Wickers on Apr 10, 2014 in Accommodation, Hotels, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Vacation Rentals
If there’s one style of accommodation that sets New Zealand on the very highest plateau of comfort, it’s its famous lodges, invariably owner-run and often found in stunning hideaway locations. Many have a historic pedigree, others having a more contemporary flair, but all offer ideal roosts for those planning to explore the country. Bridge & 
6 luxury activities for a girls’ getaway in Queenstown
By Lizi Oldham on Apr 04, 2014 in Attractions, Bars, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany
From the moment I land in Queenstown, I’m hit with an overwhelming sense of excitement. Soaring white-capped mountains greet me as I step out of the plane. There is a majestic ambience blanketing Queenstown, it’s easy to see I’m going to have a good time here. While it’s not my first time in Queenstown, this 
Photograph of the week: Mount Cook, New Zealand
Although it’s been shrinking over the past 20 years, Mount Cook, otherwise known as Aoraki, is still New Zealand’s highest mountain. Surrounded by rugged lanscapes, lakes and even glaciers, it attracts walkers and climbers from all over the world. The weather conditions are extremely interchangeable in Mount Cook National Park, but that doesn’t stop people
The 25 best beaches in the world
By Paul Johnson on Mar 21, 2014 in Africa, Asia, Australia, Brazil, British Virgin Islands, Caribbean, Central America, Costa Rica, Cuba, Europe, Greece, Hawaii, India, Italy, Mexico, North America, Oceania, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Regions, Seychelles, South Africa, South America, Spain, Turks and Caicos, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe
Ever wondered what are considered to be the best beaches on the planet? According to online reviewers on Tripadvisor, the best beach in the world – where even the sharks are supposedly friendly – is in Brazil. Baia do Sancho lies on the fantasy archipelago of Fernando de Noronha, Brazil, just a short flight from Sao 
Another New Zealand hidden secret: Kaikoura Lavender Farm
Kaikoura is a sleepy New Zealand seaside town, located two hours north of Christchurch. It is a popular stop among tourists when driving either north or south, down the east coast. Kaikoura has a lot to offer and is known for its spectacular whale watching, and very own seal colony. One beautiful location you just
Photograph of the week: Aerial view of Cable Beach, Broome
Morning walkers stroll along Broome’s Cable Beach in Western Australia. One of Australia’s most iconic beaches, this 22 kilometre stretch of white sand is fringed by the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. With a colourful past as a pearling town, Broome has a history and culture as vibrant as it’s landscape, and Broome is
Glamping in Australia's only biodiversity spot
Experience Margaret River’s magnificent mountain bike trails and walking tracks, from a new eco-camp set amongst towering karri forest. Once a pine mill and then a budget accommodation, the Wharncliffe Mill Bush Retreat has had a $1.2 million upgrade, adding four new lodge rooms, three new forest cottages and safari tents as well as offering
Fiji - more than just beaches
Fiji has got to be one of the easiest to reach of the South Sea islands, with flights from Los Angeles, Hong Kong, Australia and New Zealand on Fiji Airways. Perfect for a honeymoon, or even to get married, Fiji is undoubtedly one of the most wonderful destinations on the planet for an utterly relaxing
Take a tour of the outback by private jet
By Paul Johnson on Mar 06, 2014 in Air Travel, Attractions, Australia, Going Out, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel
A&K is launching the first private jet adventure into Western Australia’s most extraordinary landscapes including the World Heritage listed Ningaloo Reef and Bungle Bungle range. This sort of itinerary has never been offered before with no more than 30 guests travelling in comfort and style over 13 days on a privately chartered Fokker F70LR aircraft. 
The 10 most expensive cities in the world
By Paul Johnson on Mar 04, 2014 in Asia, Australia, Denmark, Europe, Featured, France, Japan, Oceania, Regions, Singapore, South America, Switzerland, Venezuela, Western Europe, Worldwide
If you thought the likes of London were expensive, then think again. The English capital doesn’t even make the top 10 in the Economist Intelligence Unit’s 2014 Worldwide Cost of living survey. It looked at over 130 cities and based its findings on more than 400 different price indicators, only to find that Singapore deserved 
Experience the waterfalls of the Kimberley, Western Australia
By Paul Johnson on Mar 02, 2014 in Accommodation, Attractions, Australia, Going Out, Hotels, Oceania, Regions, Resorts
Western Australia’s Kimberley region has seen a spectacular amount of rainfall this wet season. To appreciate the waterfalls at their most majestic, the Berkeley River Lodge has released its ‘waterfall package’ for March and April. The lodge is the region’s newest remote luxury lodge, and the package includes four-nights’ accommodation in a luxury villa, return 
