Tag: Luxury
One of Australia’s most famous islands is back in business from July 1st, with a new name, a new hotel at the helm and a whole new attitude. Hayman Island by InterContinental is almost here, and we can’t wait to see what’s in store. Following severe damage by Cyclone Debbie back in 2017, InterContinental took… Continue reading Coming soon: Hayman Island by InterContinental
Have you ever had a hotel room where you could turn the lights on, turn them off, order room service, adjust the air conditioning, use the TV and turn the fan on with just your mobile phone? The Grand Park City Hall is fresh from an extensive renovation and a serious technology upgrade. It is… Continue reading Unique Sleeps: Grand Park City Hall, Singapore
We spoke with the top executives at three of Queenstown’s luxury hotels to uncover the South Island’s most extravagant indulgences.
Singapore. Skyscrapers, rooftop bars, fabulous food, world class shopping and now, the setting for Crazy Rich Asians. Aussies have long known Singapore as the perfect stopover city – great to break up a trip to Europe, even better for a few days break from the world back home. Now the whole world is waking up… Continue reading Unique Sleeps: ANDAZ Singapore
Crystal clear water, swaying palm trees, shaded day beds, ice cream trucks, burger bars, snorkelling, kayaking, windsurfing, tennis, cycling, painting, poker, cocktail making… need we go on? Well, we need to, because this list just scratches the surface of everything on offer at LUX* Grand Gaube. Located in some of the most prime real estate… Continue reading Unique Sleeps: LUX Grand Gaube, Mauritius
In a city like Sydney, where citizens are used to the daily dazzle of sun off the Opera House sails and the spectacle of watching the sun set on the commute home across the Harbour Bridge, it’s hard to make a splash. That’s what makes the Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour so special. Smack bang in… Continue reading Unique Sleeps: Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour
I’ve found New Zealand’s best kept secret. It’s not a movie set or a bungee jump. Or a wine. It’s a golf course. Considering I don’t play golf, this is a pretty bold statement. I am in fact more interested in what’s sitting above the golf course, but for many it is a major drawcard… Continue reading Unique Sleeps: The Kinloch Club, Taupo
Have you ever stayed at a hotel that had a sandpit in the lobby? I have. I’m not talking about a kids play area, no, no, this is the lobby of one of Maui’s top luxury hotels, and the sand is too picture perfect to even set foot on. Unless you’re the resident sand drawer,… Continue reading Unique Sleeps: Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort
Beautiful beaches, lush greenery, friendly locals, excellent food. No, we’re not talking about Hawaii in general, we’re talking about the Grand Hyatt Kauai. With 50 acres of pools, restaurants, manicured lawns (including an award winning golf course), spa and gym, there’s nothing the Grand Hyatt does not have. Kauai may be known as the quiet… Continue reading Unique Sleeps: Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa