Chris AshtonEvery five-star hotel loves to claim they redefined a luxury hotel market, that they ushered in a new era of sophistication and left all others in their wake. Most of those claims can be easily dismissed. But, in the case of the Byron at Byron...
Surfers Paradise Marriott is one of icons of the Gold Coast, a five-star hotel which has welcomed everyone from sun seekers to visiting rock stars (and no doubt a few wannabe rock stars too). Now, it’s about to usher in a new era of luxury with a...
Geelong is the complete package. It’s a seaside haven with a relaxed vibe, stunning beaches, and enough restaurants and bars to satisfy any serious foodie. And yet, it’s long been slept on by anyone outside Melbourne (a lot of people)...
The Middle East may have the ultra-luxurious six-star hotel market down to a fine art, but there’s a new rival to their crown with the launch of a spectacular new Million Stars Hotel. To celebrate Switzerland’s glorious summer season, as...
Fiji is a destination that holds a special place in our hearts. We’ve holidayed there several times, Simon even lived there as a dive instructor for a year, yet there’s always new we discover with each visit. We have a dive trip booked for September...
I’m a big fan of hotel groups who think outside the box – the ones who throw caution to the wind by ripping up the rule book of what a hotel is and instead focus on what a hotel can be. QT Hotels and Resorts is one I think excels in this arena...
Forget mint chocolates on your pillow at night, QT Hotels and Resorts has just taken the humble hotel freebie to the next level with the launch of Vroom Service – giving guests a chance to get behind the wheel of a MINI during their stay and explore...
Travelling overseas is great, but sometimes it’s nice to holiday within your own backyard. After all, our Great Southern Land has some truly great hotels to choose from. With the recent announcement of TripAdvisor 2019 Travellers’ Choice Awards for...
Tired of staying in boring, cookie-cutter hotels? Me too. Thankfully there are alternative options. From modern takes on camping classics to space-age pod hotels and escapes that leave dry land behind, the hotel industry is finally catching up with...
One of Paris’ most glamorous escapes, La Reserve is a chic, former mansion of Pierre Cardin – now transformed into a luxurious forty-room boutique hotel. Think lipstick red doors, rich purple velvet, and impeccable styling. Rooms here start...
