From Lake Como to Los Cabos, these 11 new properties offer every amenity under the sun—from a floating pool to a private ski lodge. Whether you’re seeking a contemporary escape on the shores of Italy’s Lake Como, a ski retreat in Montana’s Big Sky Country or a luxe eco-sanctuary in Tokyo, a lineup of new […]
If Gold or Platinum frequent flyer status has been sitting just out of reach, the scandal-hit airline is dangling a shortcut. For the next week, Qantas members can book flights and choose double Status Credits or double Points on eligible bookings. The promotion comes as the carrier tries to steady its reputation after a turbulent […]
What are the best places to travel in 2026? Here, the 26 best trips for 2026: the destinations, hotels and experiences that travel experts are buzzing about. What are the best places to travel in 2026? When the world’s top luxury travel advisors gather in one place, the conversations often foreshadow where travelers will be heading […]
With 38 overwater villas and 35 beachfront retreats, the newly opened luxury resort is set on a series of uninhabited islands on the Red Sea in Saudi Arabia. On a chain of untouched islands off Saudi Arabia’s Tabuk Province, Shebara Resort rises from the Red Sea like something out of a science fiction movie. Created by Dubai-based […]
Travel company research shows where visitors choose to go, from the snow-kissed alpine peaks of France to the ancient Aztec ruins of Mexico. From the snow-kissed peaks of Japan to the myth-laden palaces of Crete—this guide is your passport to the planet’s top travel magnets that stir the senses and spark curiosity—as millions of explorers […]
Luxury travel and hospitality providers are facing growing resistance to higher prices; however, it’s not clear whether high-net-worth customers are curtailing their spending. A survey of travel consultants who specialize in high-end travel found “most advisors are reporting healthy revenues, strong forward bookings, and continued appetite from high-net-worth clients. But underneath that rosy picture are […]
Qantas Frequent Flyer points were devalued on Tuesday. From now, most reward seats – especially in business and first class – require up to 20% more points. Key Takeaways Key background Australians are sitting on an estimated billions of frequent flyer points – yet many don’t understand how to use them effectively, says Mark Trim, […]
Decadent degustations, golden hour cheeseboards, and five-star suites with ocean views – this former Schoolies haunt is suddenly all grown up. The last time I was in Terrigal was Schoolies Week, 1983. Back then it was Tooheys New and noisy nights at The Florida Hotel. Today, the Norfolk pines still line the beach – a […]
How a low-cost airline and vacation operator’s ad became a viral TikTok anthem for travel mishaps and bloopers amid the busy summer 2025 travel season. If you’re a frequent TikTok scroller, chances are the Jet2holidays jingle is already stuck in your head—and Jess Glynne’s decade-old Hold My Hand is playing on repeat. But if TikTok isn’t your […]
From Capri to Saint-Tropez, Ibiza to Portofino, these fashion-fueled beach clubs are turning summer getaways into full-on brand experiences. Over the years, I have watched brand and hotel collaborations evolve from just a handful of partnerships to a global phenomenon. Today, brands and summer destinations are joining forces to elevate the guest experience, creating immersive […]