Category: Oceania

Destinations that will fulfil your dreams

Destinations that will fulfil your dreams

By on Jun 14, 2011 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Australia, Canada, Kenya, Maldives, North America, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Resorts
Whether you dream of a romantic hideaway, an unforgettable ski experience, an African safari, an escape to your own tropical paradise or a scuba diving adventure, there are plenty of fantastic destinations that can make that dream a reality. Here are some of the best the world has to offer. Nestled in the coral-rich turquoise
The world's best pools

The world's best pools

By on Jun 08, 2011 in Accommodation, Asia, Europe, France, Greece, Hotels, Iceland, Indonesia, Japan, Leisure Travel, Malaysia, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe, Worldwide
In the highly competitive tourism industry, pools have become a focal point in most of the world’s finest resorts and hotels. They are not only a place to unwind, swim a few laps or work on your tan; many are architectural wonders. For the family oriented market, indoor and outdoor water parks are all the
Interview with Philip Hamilton-Grierson, Marketing Director at Cox & Kings

Interview with Philip Hamilton-Grierson, Marketing Director at Cox & Kings

By on May 17, 2011 in Accommodation, Africa, Argentina, Asia, Australia, Belize, Burkina Faso, Celebrities, Central America, Going Out, Hotels, India, Indonesia, Interviews, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, South America, Sri Lanka, Travel Miscellany
Philip has worked at Cox & Kings since 1993. Having travelled extensively in South America, Africa and Europe, both before and after University (Edinburgh), he had caught a severe case of the travel bug and he joined the company as a Latin America tour consultant. He was only supposed to be there as a two-week

Introducing the all new Virgin Australia

By on May 10, 2011 in Air Travel, Australia, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Videos
Watch Virgin Australia‘s new television commercial which features industry experts Juli Grbac, responsible for the Virgin Australia uniforms and Hans Hulsbosch, who created the new airline’s logo and plane design.

Top 10 cosy beachside hotels

By on May 05, 2011 in Accommodation, Asia, Bahamas, Bed & Breakfasts, Brazil, Caribbean, Central America, Europe, Fiji, Florida, Honduras, Hotels, India, Ireland, Italy, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, South America, USA, Vietnam, Western Europe
Looking for something cosy and with a beach on your doorstep? Then you’re in luck as Tripadvisor have just shared their top 10 cosy beachside hotels. Making the list are hotels from all over the world so, without further ado, here you go: 1. Breakfast on the Beach Lodge, Waiheke Island, New Zealand 2. Utopia

5 great activities to enjoy on the Gold Coast

By on Apr 28, 2011 in Australia, Oceania, Regions
The Gold Coast has some wonderful activities that can be enjoyed by the whole family. So once you’ve booked your accommodation, you may want to consider these suggestions for fun family activities that are sure to please the whole family! Take the family snorkeling The Gold Coast has some wonderful places to go snorkeling and
Turtle Island Fiji: a luxury escapade to the South Pacific

Turtle Island Fiji: a luxury escapade to the South Pacific

By on Apr 21, 2011 in Accommodation, Fiji, Oceania, Regions, Resorts
Of all the luxury destinations in the world Turtle Island Fiji rates amongst the top most romantic and beautiful holiday sites in the world. This intimate and welcoming island nestled in the turquoise waters of the Pacific Ocean is part of a dream world, in which you can forget all the stress and turmoil of the world you
Interview with Will Bolsover, Managing Director of World Safaris

Interview with Will Bolsover, Managing Director of World Safaris

By on Apr 21, 2011 in Accommodation, Africa, Australia, Botswana, Central America, Costa Rica, Europe, France, Going Out, Interviews, Madagascar, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Rwanda, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Will Bolsover has worked in travel and Africa for the past 15 years. Starting out as a teacher in the remotewestern region of Kenya, he went on to study French and African and Asian Studies at Sussex University then worked as a safari guide in numerous African destinations. Six years ago, he set up the

4 of the most spectacular underground experiences

By on Apr 18, 2011 in Asia, Attractions, Australia, Europe, France, Going Out, Laos, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Vietnam, Western Europe
One of the main benefits of luxury travel, I have long believed, is that it affords us the opportunity to explore the most unusual, fascinating and unique aspects of our own planet. I love to discover new places and new perspectives, unearth forgotten worlds and embrace the unfamiliar. Although realistically there are few frontiers left
What luxury can do for you in Australia

What luxury can do for you in Australia

By on Apr 06, 2011 in Australia, Oceania, Regions
Australia is famous for its rugged outback, but you don’t hear a lot about the 5 star side of the country. Yes, there are some very wild places all around Australia, but it’s a bit of a waste to miss the real luxuries available. Luxury, Australian style Australia doesn’t have to boast about its lifestyle,
6 of the world's most luxurious diving destinations

6 of the world's most luxurious diving destinations

By on Apr 05, 2011 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Asia, Fiji, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Philippines, Regions, Resorts, Seychelles, Speciality Travel
For the discerning traveller, diver or not, who has money to spend and wants the very best, these six destinations offer an incomparable level of service, style, and of course diving. So dream awhile, and casting all financial concerns aside, enjoy that lottery moment and consider which are the most spoiling and amazing destinations where
The top 10 most utterly unforgettable hotel rooms

The top 10 most utterly unforgettable hotel rooms

By on Mar 29, 2011 in Accommodation, Australia, Bed & Breakfasts, Belgium, Europe, Hotels, Italy, Mississippi, Netherlands, North America, Oceania, Regions, Sweden, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide
Tripadvisor has come up with its top 10 utterly unforgettable hotel rooms. Here we provide you with their somewhat Euro-centric list, links to each hotel where we can, and links to pictures of the rooms as shown on Tripadvisor’s site. 1. Utter Inn, Vasteras, Sweden – see the room 2. Abali Gran Sultanato, Palermo, Italy

Aerial views of the St Regis Resort Bora Bora

By on Mar 11, 2011 in Accommodation, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Resorts, Travel Miscellany, Videos
Listen to some soothing music whilst taking in some dramatic views of the St. Regis Resort Bora Bora. Enjoy – it’s hard not to!
The top 10 cities to visit in 2011

The top 10 cities to visit in 2011

By on Mar 10, 2011 in Africa, Asia, Australia, Belgium, Europe, India, Israel, Mexico, Middle East, Morocco, New York, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Regions, Spain, Thailand, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide
Lonely Planet earlier this year produced a list of the top 10 cities to visit in 2011. It wasn’t just ‘yet another top 10 list’ – well, it was, but it at least gave some good reasons for why each place was worthy of visiting this year. Here’s their top 10 and, if you want
Some of the most beautiful lakes in the world

Some of the most beautiful lakes in the world

By on Feb 27, 2011 in Australia, Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions
Lakes are one of our more familiar geographical phenomena; punctuating the landscape and offering some of the world’s most breathtaking scenery. Found in all shapes, sizes, colours and even concentrations (consider the Dead Sea), the beauty and mystery of a lake is something that can inspire creativity, passion or in the case of Loch Ness,
5 luxury destinations where you can catch that perfect sunset

5 luxury destinations where you can catch that perfect sunset

By on Feb 01, 2011 in Africa, Asia, Maldives, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Singapore, South Africa, Tanzania
Although certainly a rather contentious subject, it is undoubted that everyone can appreciate the matchless beauty and colour of an unspoiled sunset. Similarly we all have our own favourite spots from which to warmly embrace the majesty of Earth’s astral ballet with the sun; sunsets are personal things, so whether it is from your kitchen