Heading to Kunming in China? The good news is Sofitel, Accor Hotels’ luxury brand, has opened a new hotel, Sofitel Kunming, the latest addition to its portfolio in Greater China. The 400-room hotel is the only international luxury hotel in Kunming city centre, a dynamic emerging city that serves as a gateway between South […]
Jamala Lodge Canberra National Zoo and Aquarium This privately owned zoo is spread over 10 hectares in Yarralumla at the western end of Lake Burley Griffin. It is a 10 minute drive from Canberra’s CBD. The plush jungle bungalows are slap bang in the middle of the zoo and come with a choice of lions, […]
Where: Swissotel Berlin is situated in the centre of West Berlin located on the world famous boulevard, the Kurfurstendamm, home of trendy cafes, shops, theatres and cinemas. Tourist attractions including the Kaiser-Wilhelm-Gedächtniskirche anti-war memorial and the Tiergarten Park are close by. The historic 1907 department store Kaufhaus des Westens and the impressive KaDeWe department store […]
Ever wanted to sleep in a tree house-Nihiwatu, the Award Winning Luxury Indonesian Island Resort has unveiled the much anticipated Mamole Tree House. The luxury Indonesian resort Nihiwatu (Nihi), most recent winner of the 2015 PURE Design Award, has launched three new signature villa residences to complete the resort’s existing 21 villa estate offering, including […]
Aranui Cruises’ new ship Aranui 5 has arrived in her new home – Tahiti. With the dramatic peaks of Moorea in the distance, the 126-metre long freighter cruised into Papeete for the first time to a traditional water jet welcome from local tug boats. Aranui 5 will now spend a month in port making final […]
Ever felt like getting on a motor bike and heading off. It’s all possible with a new two wheeled bike tour in Sri Lanka where you will see temples, jungles, tea plantations and palm-fringed beaches. Sri Lanka can be explored on a classic Royal Enfield motorbike next July and August as […]
Spa lovers will be impressed with the new Six Senses Spa that has just opened at Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Muscat, Oman. Reflecting traditional Omani design, the spa complements the hotel and features domed ceilings, elegant arched walkways and columns, and falaj (water channels). Housed on three levels much like an […]
Worried about theft while travelling? Pacsafe has a new anti-theft travel bag, designed to provide premium protection from thieves for travellers on all sorts of journeys, from major trips around the globe to simple weekend bashed through the bush. The Venturesafe 200 sports a sleek, stylish design that’s laden with clever features. Carrysafe slashguard straps […]
Paris has more than 350 bridges with just 37 cross the Seine River. But they are far more than just places to cross a river- each has its own story, history and personality. These bridges are the subject of a beautiful coffee table book Bridges of Paris by US photojournalist, Michael Saint James. Artist, educator, […]
Feeling burnt out – maybe you need to pack your bags and venture on the new Ultimate Luxury Around the World Wellness trip for the next 12 months. Think 365 days, 20 countries and 31 wellness retreats. It’s a trip that will surely change your life. What’s it all about The world’s most extravagant […]
Everyone’s talking about it – the Red Centre that is. No, it’s not the real Ouback,it’s a delicious new cocktail created aboard Carnival Cruise Line’s Aussie superliner Carnival Spirit. The ship is all set for a big summer of cruising with exciting new features including the bespoke cocktail prescribed especially for Australian cruising. […]
The Airline: Emirates The Flight Dubai to Sydney First Class, seat 4K – 14 hours 20 minutes. Details: A380-800 Emirates offers three daily flights from Dubai to Sydney and Melbourne. Check In and Lounge Fancy a manicure, massage or blow dry before you board – it’s all possible after you check in at the massive […]