Luxury holidays
On a trip to Venice I discovered the magic of the city, but also the tragedy it faces
Steadily rising water levels have scientists predicting that San Marco will be permanently underwater and uninhabitable by as early as 2100.
- by Tess Woods
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A new calibre of luxury cruise ship is on the rise
If you like your cruising with all-inclusive bubbly and butlers, new high-end vessels are gliding down slipways towards a cruise terminal near you.
- by Brian Johnston
The ultimate luxury lodge stay in New Zealand
The exclusive Kiwi lodge scene is looking even rosier with the entry of the luxury Rosewood group.
- by Jane Reddy
Not just for honeymooners: Less flop more bop at this flash new Maldives resort
If you don’t want to be wedded to a far-off atoll, consider a casual fling at a brand-new luxury offering just a 15-minute speed boat from Male’s international airport.
- by Paul Chai
The luxury seaside stay putting Canada’s surf capital on the map
From the frigid depths of the Pacific Ocean to the summit of snow-capped peaks, Vancouver Island is a feast for the eyes, body and senses.
- by Julie Miller
New luxury hotel in famed ‘Pink City’ takes cues from royal palaces
Raffles Jaipur has 50 suites with private pools or outdoor soaking tubs, and has been fashioned to reflect the old-world charm of Rajasthani palaces.
- by Julietta Jameson
Eight wonders of WA you can explore in absolute comfort
There’s no state in Australia that so neatly captures the concept of “barefoot luxury” as Western Australia. These are our favourite experiences.
- by Ben Groundwater
★★★★
Hotel reviews
Glam it up at this affordable jungle resort (with bonus turtles)
At Sri Lanka’s Sheraton Kosgoda Turtle Beach Resort, it’s worth staying for the buffet alone, and there are numerous scenic spots to retreat to post-meal.
- by Julia D'Orazio
★★★★½
Ship reviews
Ship review: If space is a priority, then this Mekong cruise is for you
The new, spacious Serenity should be the cruiser of choice for anyone planning a trip down the Mekong.
- by Penny Watson
Two Australian hotels named in World’s 50 Best list
Brisbane and Hobart represent the country in the second edition of the list, announced overnight in London.
- by Katherine Scott
Home of the first overseas telegram now a five-star hotel
Adelaide’s historic GPO has been reimagined with a 14-storey cube-like tower behind the 150-year-old building.
- by Jane Reddy
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