Manly Pacific
A Mediterranean-style beachside escape with dreamy interiors and rooftop pool.
Hyde Melbourne Place
A stylish city-centre hotel with excellent dining options.
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Mt Mulligan Lodge
A stunning eco-certified luxury lodge in the outback.
Ovolo South Yarra
A luxurious and eclectic hotel with a touch of seventies glamour.
QT Melbourne
An effortlessly cool boutique hotel in the centre of the action.
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QT Sydney
A quirky boutique hotel with artful touches and plenty of luxe charm.
QT Gold Coast
A beachside Miami-inspired hotel with rooftop pool and great dining options.
Qualia
Set in Queensland’s Whitsundays, Qualia is one of Australia's most luxurious resorts.
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The Ritz-Carlton Melbourne
A sky-high luxury retreat with top-notch views, spa and dining options.
The Ritz-Carlton Perth
A luxury riverfront hotel with infinity pool and pristine views.
Saffire Freycinet
A remote luxury escape on Tasmania's breathtaking East Coast.
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Sequoia Lodge
An adults-only luxury lodge ensconced in nature on Adelaide’s Mount Lofty.
Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park
Old-world five-star luxury in the heart of Sydney.
Sofitel Adelaide
A five-star luxury hotel in the heart of Adelaide with great views and dining.
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Southern Ocean Lodge
A luxury lodge with world-class views perched on the clifftops at Kangaroo Island.
The StandardX Melbourne
An effortlessly cool boutique hotel located in the heart of Fitzroy.
Stillwater Seven
This moody, dark-hued boutique hotel jewel is the perfect base for exploring Launceston.
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The Calile
A boutique hotel with Palm Springs energy in the heart of Brisbane's James Street Precinct.
The Eve Hotel Sydney
An urban oasis offering stellar dining in a vibrant city location.
The Royce Hotel
An art deco-style boutique hotel with old Hollywood glamour.
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The Tamborine
An idyllic boutique hotel escape in the hinterland on Tamborine Mountain.
The Tasman
This luxury hotel in Hobart seamlessly combines old and new.
The Langham Gold Coast
This luxury beachfront hotel offers stunning views and excellent dining.
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The Langham Sydney
A luxe sanctuary in Sydney's Rocks precinct with a renowned spa and delicious dining.
Basq House
A centrally located Byron Bay boutique hotel with chic Miami beach house style.
Lizard Island Resort
This tiny remote island resort pairs carefree charm with unmatched natural beauty.
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Raes on Wategos
This iconic Byron Bay retreat blends beachfront living with the comfort of a private hotel.
JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa
A five-star tropical getaway in the heart of Surfers Paradise.
The Langham Melbourne
Five-star, old-fashioned luxury with excellent service in the heart of the city.
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Here’s where to stay in Puglia: from luxe villas to masserias and boutique hotels
From sprawling, sun-drenched villas to five-star luxury hotels.
Private sea access and sun-drenched terraces: 10 stunning stays in Palermo
Soak up the Sicilian spirit.
From glistening grottos to hedonistic day clubs: European beach destinations to visit in 2025
Along with a curated selection of summer stays handpicked from Luxury Escapes European Beach Destination sale.
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8 top boutique stays in Athens for an escape to the Mediterranean
From the cobbled streets to the Acropolis: Athenian charm awaits
From paddock to peaks: Exploring the Scenic Rim
Exceptional produce and natural beauty lie at the heart of Queensland's burgeoning Scenic Rim, as ELLIOT BAKER discovers first-hand.
All aboard the new luxury cruise ship set for Australian shores in 2025
Explore the world’s most iconic destinations in unparalleled luxury and comfort.
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Here’s how to spend a day at St Hugo’s cellar door in the Barossa Valley
From vineyard strolls to a luxurious long lunch.
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From Istanbul to Bodrum: the best luxury hotels in Türkiye
Türkiye has something to enchant every kind of traveller.
Anantara Ubud Bali Resort
A serene mountaintop retreat recalls Bali’s halcyon days in the island’s spiritual heartland.
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Lido law: How to navigate the Italian lido like a local
Private beaches and deckchair-dominated concessions are part
of beach and lakeside life in Italy.
ANNA HART presents the GT survival guide to this uniquely Italian institution.
Wellness redefined: the best wellness retreats to relax and reset
Self-care has become a key part of travel, well beyond the traditional hotel spa. JORDAN KRETCHMER uncovers some of the latest developments.
A globetrotter’s guide to Seoul’s best luxury hotels
The pulsating city offers a seamless blend of luxury and tradition.
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Polar frontiers: Discover East Antarctica on this ultra-luxury cruise
Explore the White Continent in comfort and class.
Cinematic destinations: 11 films to inspire Hollywood holidaying this year
Don't know where to travel next? Perhaps, one of these films will set the scene.
New Zealand’s original luxury lodge, Huka Lodge, reopens after a $22 million refurbishment
Located on the pristine Waikato River, the storied property is more dazzling than ever.
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The Mediterranean by Sea: Luxury cruising aboard the Silver Ray
We put luxury cruising to the test and sail the Mediterranean aboard Silversea’s newest ship.
10 luxe Airbnbs in Paris to book for your stay in the City of Love
The crème de la crème.
The best luxury stays in Lombok, Bali’s hidden sister island
Lombok is becoming a must-visit destination.
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7 premium farm stays in Victoria for a luxury homestead experience
It's time to slow down and unwind.
48 hours in Palermo: Where to eat, stay, play and drink in the Sicilian capital city
With The Leopard series recently released on Netflix, Palermo's cinematic beauty is capturing the dream. This bewitching city has baroque palazzi, world-class food markets, and a tumultuous history. Paloma Worsley discovers the best places to dine, drink, and stay in Sicily’s dynamic capital.
Hotels and villas on the Amalfi Coast to level up the luxury
The Amalfi Coast is a playground for the jet set. Here are our most luxurious picks for where to stay, from high-class hotels to villas with sparkly sea views.
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Best Byron Bay hotels for the luxury jet set
From slick new stays in the heart of town and Cali-style ranches in the hinterland, here's where to stay.
7 luxe Koh Samui stays boasting privacy, beachfronts and rooftop pools
Including a luxe stay featured in the upcoming third season of 'White Lotus'.
There’s no place like Rome: A guide to the Italian capital
Big flavours, colossal culture, monumental architecture and extravagant experiences. Rome is a blockbuster European city break.
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The Eve Hotel
The Eve Hotel Sydney has finally opened its doors, heralding a glamorous new era for the Redfern corner site.
Six romantic getaways in the Victoria High Country
Rekindle the flame with a romantic getaway in the Victoria High Country, surrounded by rugged mountain ranges, rippling valleys and star-covered skies.
Hook Island to transform into a luxurious eco-lodge on the Great Barrier Reef
A landmark restoration will evolve the Whitsundays isle with a sustainable edge.
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The Eve Hotel Sydney is set to open in Redfern’s Wunderlich Lane next month
The Eve is set to make waves as Sydney’s newest design-led hotel, joined by two restaurants from the team behind Bistecca and The Gidley.
Wild Scenes: On board luxury yacht Scenic Eclipse II
Making her seafaring debut, DANI VALENT takes in the dramatic sights, sounds and flavours of Fiordland National Park on board Scenic Eclipse II.
Three Spanish road trips to inspire your next European holiday
These Iberian itineraries prove that the best way to get around Spain – whether it’s cruising along the coast or heading inwards across plains and mountains – is by car.
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The Grand National Hotel by Saint Peter
We visit Josh and Julie Niland’s long-awaited boutique property in Sydney’s Paddington ahead of its official opening.
Our luxury guide to a weekend in Kirra Beach, Queensland
We take the guesswork out of local travel with our inside guide on where
to stay, eat and play. This month, GT heads to the Sunshine State.
Checking in: The StandardX
We take the guesswork out of local travel with our inside guide on where to stay, eat and play. This month, GT is checking into the StandardX in Fitzroy.
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A local’s guide to the best restaurants in Phuket, Thailand
Beyond beaches and resorts, Thailand's biggest island is a treasure trove of culinary gems. DANI VALENT gets the inside scoop from restaurateur Merica Charungvat.
The best hotels in Barcelona to elevate your stay in 2025
Take your pick of the Spanish city's magníficos hoteles.
Japan street rules: top tips for Japan travel, from restaurant reservations to transport faux pas
How not to be a nuisance – and generally offend everyone – on your
next trip to Japan, according to CALLUM MCDERMOTT.
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7 luxe Sydney stays to book for your harbour city stint
From a Palm Beach penthouse to a Newtown hideaway.
Beyond the resort: A guide to the personalised luxury of Balinese villas
Our curated edit for tropical bliss.
Three dream destinations in France to explore by luxury river and sea cruises
These coastal cities are best explored by sea.
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9 best Madrid hotels for a luxe stay in Spain’s vibrant capital
A curated edit to the capital's hotels de cinco estrellas.
Our luxury travel guide to Tulum, Mexico
Beyond parties and beaches, Mexico's Caribbean Coast is a shrine to centuries of ancient civilisation, complex cuisine and a natural wonder, writes ALEXANDRA CARLTON.
Turkish delight: Luxury cruising around the Mediterranean
GT editor JOANNA HUNKIN uncovers the magic of the eastern Mediterranean as she sails between Greece and Türkiye aboard Silversea’s newest ship, Silver Ray.
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Destination Patagonia: A luxury travel guide to the wild South American region for food lovers
The culinary and cultural riches of Patagonia are no longer overshadowed by its adventure credentials, discovers ANNA HART.
Islands of the Rising Sun: Luxury cruising around Okinawa, Japan
Blue oceans, sunny skies, warm hospitality. The Okinawan archipelago is a subtropical paradise best explored by luxury ship.
Hong Kong City Guide: Where to eat, stay and drink in 2024
A luxury guide to the best Hong Kong accommodation, restaurants, and bars. Everything you need to know for a GT-approved visit to the Fragrant Harbour.
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Byron Bay’s Raes on Wategos opens new Guesthouses
Byron Bay's hottest hotel doubles down in Wategos Beach with 10 new guesthouses.
Best luxury Bora Bora resorts and hotels
Whether you’re seeking Bora Bora accommodation that sets the standard in barefoot luxury or prefer the dazzle of famed five-star Bora Bora resorts, these are the best places to stay in Bora Bora.
The best five-star hotel spas to dip your toes into in 2024
A good hotel spa eases the transition between home and holiday. ALEXANDRA CARLTON uncovers the best in Australia.
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Best Margaret River wineries and cellar doors to visit in 2024
ALEX MITCHESON heads west to scope out the best wineries in this remote wine region.
Fjords of Dreams: Cruising Norway
Land, sea and thousands of years of history. MICHAEL HARDEN floats from Copenhagen to Tromsø aboard Oceania Marina.
Ponting Wines meets Royal Caribbean: A wine lover’s dream cruise
Sip, savour and set sail on an unforgettable blend of wine, luxury and adventure.
Brought to you by Royal Caribbean
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6 luxe stays in Cairns for your tropical getaway up north
From Palm Cove sanctuaries to beachfront Kewarra opulence.
Margaret River has a brand-new wine and food festival, and it’s a corker
Experience a taste of the Margaret River Region like never before.
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Destination: East Coast Tasmania
We hit the road for a weekend escape, exploring the best regional Australia
has to offer. This month we head to Tasmania’s remote east coast.
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The best five-star hotel openings of 2024 from around the globe
Our travel experts round up the world's best new hotel openings to add to your travel lust list.
‘Luxury Escapes: World’s Best Holidays’ Season 2 showcases more destination gems
Featuring chefs, actors and personalities from the likes of Miguel Maestre, Holly Kingston, Gary Mehigan and Neale Whitaker.
Why a travel advisor is the secret to a perfect – and unique – holiday
Whether you’re looking to tick things off the bucket list, discover new layers to your favourite destination, or want to try a totally new experience, a travel advisor can design a trip that’s completely tailored to you.
Brought to you by Travel Associates
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¡Viva México! A travel guide to Mexico City
ALEXANDRA CARLTON explores the complex contrasts in the comida of Ciudad de México.
Brisbane’s The Calile named the best hotel in Oceania, plus a new Tasmanian addition to the World’s 50 Best
The Queensland jewel takes out the regional top spot in the World's 50 Best Hotels, and a sandstone beauty in Hobart cracks the list for the very first time.
This wine tour of New York State needs to be on your bucket list
Have you visited these acclaimed wine regions?
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This Spanish region has seven Michelin star restaurants
Catalonia brings so much more to the table than Barcelona, with its obsession for tapas and unfinished cathedrals. Here we explore two of our favourite pockets of Catalonia, which also happen to play host to some of the best restaurants in Spain.
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6 large duffle bags to fit all your road trip essentials without a hitch
Our curated edit of one of the most versatile travel accessories around.
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Contemporary luxury: Hotels to have on your radar
We check in with the interior architects and hotel designers shaping the look of luxury in 2024.
Our luxury guide to a weekend in Heathcote, Victoria
We hit the road to explore regional Victoria's Heathcote, home to this year's Best Destination Dining and a host of other delights.
6 luxe Airbnbs in Kangaroo Valley to return to nature this season
From treehouse retreats to waterfront delights primed for stargazing.
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Why Spicers Retreats are the ultimate winter getaway
Indulge yourself in a winter escape and receive an exclusive reader gift, thanks to Spicers Retreats.
Brisbane guide: Where to stay, eat, drink and play in Queensland’s capital
A hotel that embraces the BrisVegas moniker, the city's burgeoning cultural precinct, and laneway culinary haunts — this is our travel guide to the Queensland capital.
Taste the world: Where gourmet cuisine meets luxury travel
Oceania Cruises has fine dining and fantastic flavours at heart.
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The Maldives is closer than ever as Malaysia Airlines launches new flights this week
A new route between Kuala Lumpur and Malé will make it easier for Australians to holiday in the Maldives.
An editor’s guide to a weekend in Daylesford Victoria
We hit the road for a weekend escape, exploring the best regional Australia has to offer. This month,
we head to Lake House in Daylesford, Victoria.
