Luxury bucket list
If the idea of spectacular surroundings, superior service, and a one-of-a-kind experience appeals, then give one of these boundary-pushing experiences a try.
Eight of the best luxury hotels in the world
Forget glittering chandeliers, high-thread count linens, dining rooms decked out in gold leaf. What lifts a hotel into the top tier of luxury is the way it makes you feel.
- by Ute Junker
15 luxury travel experiences actually worth the money
A villa in Bali, a rooftop bar in Bangkok: here are the luxuries around the world that are worth stretching your budget for.
- by Brian Johnston
The seven most luxurious first-class cabins for Australian flyers
For anyone flying out of Australia and looking to sample the last word in luxury at 30,000 feet, these are the picks of the bunch.
- by Michael Gebicki
Ten spectacular remote escapes worth the effort to reach
A luxury get-away-from-it-all hotel might mean a bit of a journey, but that’s what makes it all the more special.
- by Ute Junker
10 of South-East Asia’s best luxury resorts
​Elegant villas, superb spa treatments, Michelin-starred restaurants and, naturally, butler service: when it is time to indulge, try one of these five-star getaways.
- by Ute Junker
The world’s greatest hotels, as named by the people who run them
What happens when the disposable slippers are on the other feet and hoteliers turn into guests?
- by Sheriden Rhodes
What you get in the best premium economy cabins
A great premium economy airline service feels like business class-lite, although there is still a gulf in seating, service and amenities.
- by Michael Gebicki
Ten famous palaces you can actually stay in
If you'll never get an invitation from royalty, you can at least check into these genuine palace hotels for a taste of regal living.
I paid nearly $20,000 to stay at a luxury resort. Here’s what I learnt
You've seen the shots on Instagram, but is it really worth forking out thousands of dollars to stay in a Maldives overwater bungalow?
- by Bianca O'Neill
The world’s 29 ultimate grand hotels (including one in Australia)
Grande dame hotels, wherever they are found worldwide, are properties with walls that have stories to tell and secrets to keep.
- by Fiona Duncan
A luxury experience that won’t break the bank
Ritz-Carlton Reserve properties are far and few between, which gives you an inkling how special this property in Bali’s spiritual centre is.
- by Kylie McLaughlin
What it’s like to stay at Fiji’s most exclusive resort
Guests including Oprah Winfrey and George Clooney are happy to pay the steep rates – starting start at $8371 a night.
- by Ute Junker
World-class lodge should be on your bucket list
At least once in your life, even for a night, embrace the opportunity to experience a world-class New Zealand luxury lodge.
- by Anthony Dennis
The stars behind these 10 glamorous luxury hotels
Most hotels are owned by faceless corporate chains. But occasionally, the stars aren’t just about the hotel rating. Here are 10 examples.
- by David Whitley
South-East Asia’s version of the Orient Express is back, better than ever
It might not enjoy the same history as the original Orient Express, but the five-star service and opulent decor have the same appeal.
- by Penny Watson