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From the cobblestone lanes of Bellagio to the hillside gardens of Moltrasio, Lake Como's villages each carry a distinct character. This guide to Lake Como accommodation maps seven of the shoreline's most cherished stops – and pairs each with the hotel that suits it best, from storied palazzos to contemporary lakeside retreats
The hardest part of staying at Somnium is deciding how to spend the time. 44 private acres above Coila Lake on the New South Wales South Coast, a private kayak beach, two architecturally designed houses and a fridge stocked by a local chef – with no one else around to share any of it
The 474-room property in Sukhumvit marks Fairmont's debut in Thailand, with seven dining venues, a theatrical supper club and a lobby chandelier made from over 35,000 crystal balls
On a seven-night Unforgettable Croatia sailing from Dubrovnik to Split, secluded coves, storied island towns and exceptional tables ashore set the rhythm – with a little help from the Croatian art of pomalo
The brand's first Australian address, 25hours Hotel Sydney The Olympia is a welcome addition to the Harbour City with bold design, four dining venues and five distinct neighbourhoods on its doorstep
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Australia is having a moment. The Autumn/Winter 2026 issue explores the surge of high-end hotel openings across the country – many of them in the cities – and how the nation is stepping confidently onto the global luxury stage. We review standout new and established properties including The Eve in Sydney and Halcyon House on the NSW north coast, alongside international hotel features spanning Botswana, Italy, Fiji, Singapore, the Maldives and Bali. Beyond hotels and resorts, the issue spotlights the blissfully crowd-free Faroe Islands and New Zealand’s Fiordland and showcases a striking photo essay from Bhutan, capturing daily life through the lens of Singapore-based photographer Nuno Alves.
The brand's first Australian address, 25hours Hotel Sydney The Olympia is a welcome addition to the Harbour City with bold design, four dining venues and five distinct neighbourhoods on its doorstep
Aboard the 30-guest Paspaley Pearl, Sally Macmillan discovers rock art, remote reefs and pearling heritage on a small-ship voyage shaped by deep local knowledge
Rocky Mountaineer’s reimagined US rail journey traces a three-day route between Salt Lake City and Denver, pairing red-rock canyons, alpine forests and slow-travel theatre
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From private museum visits and artisan workshops to conservation projects and multi-destination journeys, more and more hotel brands are expanding their role as cultural guides. The Luxury Collection’s new Expeditions program is a case in point
The 474-room property in Sukhumvit marks Fairmont's debut in Thailand, with seven dining venues, a theatrical supper club and a lobby chandelier made from over 35,000 crystal balls
Six years in the making, the Sabi Sabi Collection's new 5,000-hectare private reserve opened on 1 August with two safari camps, two villas and a standalone private residence in the Greater Kruger
Registrations are open for the 12 September event, which spans Surry Hills, Waterloo, Alexandria and Paddington with a program of launches, talks and showroom experiences built around direct access to the designers, makers and brand specialists behind the work.
The 18-casita sanctuary brings Aman’s design-led approach to the Sea of Cortés for the first time, opening within the private Costa Palmas community on one of Baja California Sur’s least developed stretches of coastline.
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The hardest part of staying at Somnium is deciding how to spend the time. 44 private acres above Coila Lake on the New South Wales South Coast, a private kayak beach, two architecturally designed houses and a fridge stocked by a local chef – with no one else around to share any of it
Destinations
Explore the world with these timeless destinations
A quintessential British tradition has become a global indulgence. Complete with finger sandwiches, fluffy scones and intricate pastries, these are the afternoon teas worth travelling for
Maison Lanson has been making Champagne since 1760, and its approach hasn't changed much since: no malolactic fermentation, extended cellaring, and an obsession with freshness. Ahead of Bastille Day, the house's Chef de Caves talks about what separates a serious bottle from entry-level, why Australians are among the world's most open-minded drinkers, and the one wine he'd open for a summer celebration
France's northern Champagne region produces the world's most celebrated wine — and it turns out the place itself is just as extraordinary as what comes out of it. From private tastings at some of the most prestigious houses to Michelin-starred dining in Reims and seven kilometres of underground cellars, this is the definitive guide to doing Champagne properly
From the Louis Vuitton café to Bulgari's Michelin-starred rooms in Milan and Rome, fashion's great houses have quietly become serious players in the restaurant world. From a $14 éclair at the LV Café to a full tasting menu at Gucci Osteria, dining has never offered such direct access to fashion's most rarefied world
COMO’s first Bordeaux property pairs a 19th-century Pauillac château with Fabien Ferré, the youngest chef ever to earn three Michelin stars from zero
From centuries-old palaces and hanok neighbourhoods to design-led hotels, late-night dining and quietly stylish districts, this city guide to Seoul explores where tradition and modern life sit side by side
With cool-climate escapes, culture-rich cities, wildlife destinations and slow-luxe Europe rising fast, these are the most compelling places to travel in 2026
Marriott’s Luxury Group’s latest report illustrates the extent to which high-net-worth travellers across Asia Pacific are prioritising depth over decadence, with wellness, emotional connection and nature-led itineraries gaining momentum
Beyond Seoul’s neon lights lies a country of tradition, design and nature – here are the most memorable ways to experience South Korea
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From La Mamounia in Marrakech to The Four Seasons in Chicago, LASVIT is synonymous with the world of luxury lighting and objects.
America is a country of extremes, and its luxury travel experiences are no different. From grey wolf spotting in Yellowstone to front-row seats at New York Fashion Week, these are the experiences that make a USA holiday truly extraordinary
Whistler in winter is immediate, uncompromising and, for those willing to stop moving, unexpectedly deep
In the far reaches of eastern Canada, dramatic landscapes and extraordinary wildlife shape adventures quite unlike anywhere else in the world
From the Arctic Circle to the southern Pacific, these retreats immerse guests in landscapes that slow the pace, restore calm and reconnect with nature.
From Australia’s desert-crossing Ghan and Canada’s Rocky Mountaineer to India’s Maharajas’ Express and the timeless Orient Express, these luxury train journeys offer the romance of slow travel at its finest
Cruises
Choose your next adventure by ocean or river
On a seven-night Unforgettable Croatia sailing from Dubrovnik to Split, secluded coves, storied island towns and exceptional tables ashore set the rhythm – with a little help from the Croatian art of pomalo
In an age when expedition cruising has grown polished and predictable, a Papua New Guinea cruise offers something increasingly rare: genuine uncertainty and the promise of a true adventure
Accommodation
Check in to these design-led hotels, resorts and lodges
From the cobblestone lanes of Bellagio to the hillside gardens of Moltrasio, Lake Como's villages each carry a distinct character. This guide to Lake Como accommodation maps seven of the shoreline's most cherished stops – and pairs each with the hotel that suits it best, from storied palazzos to contemporary lakeside retreats
The hardest part of staying at Somnium is deciding how to spend the time. 44 private acres above Coila Lake on the New South Wales South Coast, a private kayak beach, two architecturally designed houses and a fridge stocked by a local chef – with no one else around to share any of it
The brand's first Australian address, 25hours Hotel Sydney The Olympia is a welcome addition to the Harbour City with bold design, four dining venues and five distinct neighbourhoods on its doorstep
On a lake famous for its centuries-old grandeur, the Lake Como EDITION Hotel arrives as something genuinely different: sophisticated and yet effortlessly cool. We check in to discover bold Michelin-starred dining, Italy's first EDITION longevity spa and a floating pool that beats walking the shores any day
London has more high-end hotel brands than any other city in the world – and a new wave of openings is raising the bar. From the Waldorf Astoria at Admiralty Arch and Rosewood at the former American Embassy to Broadwick Soho's Wes Anderson-style bolthole, these are seven of the best hotels in London
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Car-free, limestone-quiet and home to fewer than 300 permanent residents, Mdina has been inhabited for 4,000 years and feels it. This is the Malta most visitors never slow down enough to find
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Malta's culinary identity is rooted in centuries of occupation, and its food tells that history better than any museum. From flaky pastizzi sold from village kiosks at dawn to lowlit, Michelin-starred dining rooms, this is one of the Mediterranean's great undiscovered food cultures, and it rewards those who dig in
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The Kerala backwaters move at their own pace – and that, it turns out, is exactly the point. From ayurveda rituals and candlelit canal cruises to the multilayered history of Fort Kochi, this is a corner of south India that rewards those willing to slow down
America is a country of extremes, and its luxury travel experiences are no different. From grey wolf spotting in Yellowstone to front-row seats at New York Fashion Week, these are the experiences that make a USA holiday truly extraordinary
Private guiding, curated itineraries and authentic activities make for seamless travel to the Land of the Rising Sun with InsideJapan
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France's northern Champagne region produces the world's most celebrated wine — and it turns out the place itself is just as extraordinary as what comes out of it. From private tastings at some of the most prestigious houses to Michelin-starred dining in Reims and seven kilometres of underground cellars, this is the definitive guide to doing Champagne properly
From centuries-old palaces and hanok neighbourhoods to design-led hotels, late-night dining and quietly stylish districts, this city guide to Seoul explores where tradition and modern life sit side by side
From baroque palaces to modernist interventions, Valletta is a playground for lovers of architecture, interiors and craftsmanship
Where cobblestones meet cutting-edge culture, Boston’s storied past and dynamic present create a city experience rich in heritage, style and spirit.
Switzerland’s lakes, mountains and medieval towns make the perfect add-on to a Rhine River cruise. This four to five-day journey through Interlaken and Lucerne balances adventure with relaxation
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