Yesterday
Why young people love London’s newest luxury hotel
In contrast to its heritage-rich big sister in Hyde Park, the £1000 a night Mandarin Oriental Mayfair is cheekier and more focused on fun.
- Fiona Carruthers
This Month
The most glam Olympics of all? Parisians are unimpressed
Plonking games venues among the city’s iconic monuments is an unprecedented experiment that will look grand on TV but its setup in causing street-level chaos.
- Hans van Leeuwen
June
Tea, tarts and tears: My trip to France to honour a secret
It took one brave family and the silence of an entire town to protect this writer’s mother during the German occupation. This is what happened when she went to meet them.
- Rose-Anne Manns
May
On your next cruise, try a magical night onshore you won’t forget
Thanks to the growing popularity of cruising, luxury lines are coming up with ever-more exotic excursions on land – especially after sundown.
- Jeff Allan and Fiona Carruthers
A Michelin-star chef and pickleball - after 184 years, Cunard pivots
Queen Anne is a litany of firsts for Cunard, including its first designated outdoor yoga space, along with mini golf, a pickleball court and an archery area.
- Fiona Carruthers
A ski pass for seven resorts for $619? France trumps the US on price
Ski Méribel once, and you’ll be hooked on Les Trois Vallées – especially as the region is cheaper than most American resorts.
- Michael Read
How LVMH exhumed luxury rail with the Eastern & Oriental Express
The venerable Belmond travel company is back with a renewed sense of purpose after a refresh - but the focus is still on good old-fashioned, timeless elegance.
- Brook Turner
How this founder built a $7.7b fortune by banning kids
Torstein Hagen created Viking Cruises with a focus on wealthy holiday makers travelling without kids. It’s now set to bring him a fortune.
- Pui Gwen Yeung and Anders Melin
April
The secrets of France’s other Olympic city
Less than four hours by train from the main event in Paris, Marseille will host the sailing and plenty of soccer – all with a relaxed beachside vibe.
- Hans van Leeuwen
March
A bucket-worthy holiday destination for the person who has everything
It’s been 50 years since Bhutan opened to foreign travellers. Now the Himalayan kingdom is adding to its catalogue of luxury resorts.
- Matthew Drummond
New York’s best new hotel is in its coolest neighbourhood
The family behind Firmdale Hotels have followed a whimsical pattern of success, opening their third boutique hotel in the Big Apple.
- Kate Maxwell
Why Taiwan should be on your travel radar
From its rich culture to natural wonders, fabulous food and ease of travel, Taiwan is a surprising and rewarding place to visit.
- Ley Butterworth
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How Auckland Art Gallery suddenly scored 15 modern masterpieces
One of America’s wealthiest investors has left $167m worth of famous artworks to Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki. The question on everyone’s lips: why New Zealand?
- Elizabeth Fortescue
February
Best airlines to fly first and business class to Europe
Which international carrier has the longest beds and widest seats? And who pours Dom Pérignon? Here’s a handy guide to what you’ll find up the pointy end.
- Fiona Carruthers and Les Hewitt
Joe Aston’s guide to surviving LA
Rear Window’s incomparable former editor shares his guide to surviving the long haul to LAX – and where to hang out while you’re in the City of Angels.
- Updated
- Joe Aston
Five airline bosses reveal their favourite lounges – and airport hacks
You don’t have to be platinum status to enjoy the good life during a transit. Just follow the experts as they explain how to nail a layover.
- Fiona Carruthers
Which airlines have the best amenity kits for luxury travellers?
We’ve unpacked the offerings of the major airlines flying long-haul routes in and out of Australia to determine which kits are the best.
- Lauren Sams
Here’s how to make the most of 24 hours in Lisbon
Sardines and green wine; books and bakeries. Sensory intoxication is guaranteed in the Portuguese capital.
- Jeff Allan
When the heavens open, it’s time to celebrate life on the Masai Mara
The wet season has nourished the Kenyan plains, baby animals gambol at every turn, and a new luxury camp has sprouted amid verdant acacias.
- Catherine Marshall
January
Rich Lister adds luxury Townsville hotel to his travel portfolio
The 132-room Ardo is a short helicopter flight from Computershare founder Chris Morris’s newest tropical getaway, the $20k-a-night Pelorus Private Island.
- Tess Bennett