February travel hot list: A ‘great time’ to open a Hong Kong luxury hotel
Take a look at the hottest new hotels and attractions to add to your travel wish list.
Design-forward brand extends its reach to Hong Kong
With Hong Kong rocked by political strife its tourism reputation was badly damaged. However, Mondrian Hong Kong’s manager, Dirk Dalichau, believes now is a great time to be opening a hotel here.
- by Julietta Jameson
Kangaroo Island’s other luxury retreat has been transformed
A revamped lodge is making waves on Kangaroo Island by giving the fire-weary land and its inhabitants a helping hand.
- by David Whitley
Beloved Hawaiian resort unveils update in time for milestone anniversary
There’s a reason why people keep returning to this low-key Hawaiian getaway.
- by Julietta Jameson
Five-star luxury hotel opens on Auckland’s revamped waterfront
It was little more than 25 years ago that this area was industrial and closed off to the public.
- by Julietta Jameson
★★★★★
This is truly one of the world’s most beautiful hotels
It’s a rare privilege to stay in such a beautiful, historic building, particularly one that has been treated with so much care in its transformation.
- by Ben Groundwater
★★★★
This Hilton is on the edge of a huge, animal-filled national park
A thoughtful, sustainability focused resort which does its best to live harmoniously with its environment.
- by Keith Austin
★★★★½
This hotel exists in an alternative universe – it’s a hoot
This hotel is something unexpected in a country with a history sadly mostly identified by war.
- by Anthony Dennis
★★★★
This is a true hidden gem in this underrated Victorian town
The beautiful garden at this B&B is home to Californian redwoods, echidnas, wombats and squirrel gliders as well as a saltwater pool.
- by Sue Wallace
★★★★
Forget Bali’s beach clubs, this ‘jungle club’ is all the rage
K-Club boldly claims to host Bali’s best “jungle club” within its lush and luxurious confines. And who are we to disagree.
- by Christine Retschlag
★★★★½
This hotel is a city within a city, a world of its own
This German hotel offers a magnificent balance of modernity and history.
- by Anabel Dean
★★★★★
Perfect score: You may not want to leave this good-value Hilton
Foodies and design lovers will be enamoured by this international hotel in one of Buenos Aires’ revitalised neighbourhoods.
- by Katrina Lobley
★★★★½
$20 million transformation creates central Melbourne hotel with wow factor
This Hotel Indigo’s fun, quirk and wow factor are supported by quality and a top location.
- by Jane Richards
After being destroyed by fire, iconic Aussie lodge finally ready to reopen
The rebuilt Southern Ocean Lodge bears great resemblance to the original, but with some considered additions and adjustments that elevate the landmark for a new era.
- by Julietta Jameson
Quiet rural spot is set to sizzle with influx of top chefs
How many famous chefs does it take to cook up a reputation as a place for a foodie destination?
- by Julietta Jameson
Australia’s National Park accommodation has never looked so good
There’s no roughing it at Cradle Mountain’s new holiday park cabins.
- by Julietta Jameson
This giant Asian resort has everything – except Aussies
The enormous Alma Resort in Vietnam has 12 swimming pools. I made it my vow to swim in them all.
- by Julietta Jameson
This affordable hotel brand has transformed itself – and the entire industry
A slew of new and renovated Holiday Inn properties across Australia reveal a new direction for the family-friendly brand.
- by Julietta Jameson
Star chef leads new eating options at Sydney, Melbourne airports
From the dry sandwiches and bad coffee many remember as on offer in last century’s airports, in-terminal dining has come a long way.
- by Julietta Jameson
This 185-year-old grand hotel has been reborn as a Mandarin Oriental
Considered Zurich’s oldest hotel, famous past entries in the guest books include the composers Franz Liszt and Felix Mendelssohn as well as Charles Dickens.
- by Julietta Jameson
New luxury hotel opens on the Athens Riviera
The Greek Riviera is the destination of choice for this luxury resort.
- by Julietta Jameson