Guests of Soneva Secret can expect private luxury amid the tranquil waters of the Maldives’ Haa Dhaalu Atoll Soneva Secret has begun welcoming guests to the sparkling waters of the Maldives’ Haa Dhaalu Atoll. The first resort in the Haa Dhaalu Atoll, Soneva Secret features 14 overwater and island villas located on a private island and includes the Maldives’ only floating villa – the Castaway. Crusoe Villas is a two-storey hideaway in the midst of a lagoon and reachable only by boat. The getaway was designed to offer the ultimate in Soneva hospitality and service standards. Thirty years in t ..read more

Archibald Suite at 100 Princes Street 100 Princes Street elevates Red Carnation Hotels’s portfolio with up close views of Edinburgh Castle and Scottish-inspired designs Red Carnation Hotels has announced the opening of its first property in Scotland, 100 Princes Street. 100 Princes Street is inspired by the adventures of Scottish explorers who frequented the building, which was formerly the headquarters of the Royal Overseas League. The curated property offers a launchpad from which guests can journey into Scotland’s rich cultural, historic and nautical legacy. The hotel is located a stone ..read more

The 2024 Luxury Travel Gold List Awards features five tour operator categories to include the full range of tour operator and agency sizes The tour operator categories for the Luxury Travel Gold List Awards are dedicated to Australian agents and agencies, touring companies, destination specialists and travel professionals who are elevating the luxury travel experience for Australians. Key components the jury will be looking for among nominees range from exemplary customer service to uniquely crafted and unforgettable luxury travel experiences. With submissions for nominations currently open ..read more

The Peruvian riverboat by Abercrombie & Kent brings luxury river cruising to the remote reaches of the Amazon River Abercrombie & Kent Travel Group has announced the launch of its new Peruvian riverboat, which is set to embark on its maiden voyage in April 2025. The boat is the company’s first riverboat in South America, and will offer guests a journey into the region’s secluded wonders. This new venture is the result of a collaboration between Abercrombie & Kent and its expedition yacht brand in the Galapagos, Ecoventura, drawing on Ecoventura’s experience building and operatin ..read more

This year’s Luxury Travel Gold List Awards jury brings decades’ worth of experience and expertise in the travel industry to ensure the best of the best are chosen as this year’s finalists The 2024 Luxury Travel Gold List Awards are now open for submissions across 26 distinguished categories, aimed at finding the best in innovation, sustainability and excellence across the luxury travel sector. Click here for submission instructions. The new and revised categories for this year’s Gold List Awards reflect the changing landscape of luxury travel. In order to showcase the best of the best, we’r ..read more

Como Laucala Island Seven dedicated hotel and resort categories are now open for entries in the 2024 Luxury Travel Gold List Awards This year’s Luxury Travel Gold List Awards will highlight the most impressive hotels and resorts across seven categories. Nominees in each category should represent the best of their field by offering exemplary accommodations to the modern luxury traveller. Entries are currently open for nominees across all categories. Innovation in sustainability, design, wellness and other aspects of the luxury hospitality experience will be recognised in these categories. T ..read more

The Vitality Clinic at Revivo Bali will elevate the resort’s health and wellness offerings, giving travellers access to a greater variety of cutting-edge wellness treatments Revivo Bali has announced it will launch a ‘Vitality Clinic’ in the last quarter of 2024. The facility will be located alongside the Nusa Dua resort and will complement existing wellness services. The Vitality Clinic will offer advanced health and wellness protocols, including comprehensive diagnostics, natural aesthetic treatments and longevity programs. Bali has been home to Revivo Wellness Resort since 2018. Revivo’s ..read more

Nuku Hiva Regatta, Oceania Cruises Vista’s first Around the World journey is slated for 2026 while other exciting Oceania cruises bring guests to ports across five continents Oceania Cruises’s new collection includes 135 itineraries across five continents and 329 ports aboard voyages ranging from seven to 180 days. The most anticipated itinerary is Vista’s debut 2026 Around The World Voyage. The new Tropics and Exotics Collection features “a heady mix of iconic cities, remote islands and hidden gems to discover for the very first time,” commented Frank A Del Rio, President of Oceania Cruis ..read more

Kristen Tibballs The limited residency with ‘Queen of Chocolate’ this month brings unique desserts to the plates of Intercontinental Fiji guests Australian pastry chef and chocolatier, Kristen Tibballs, has arrived at InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa for her exclusive culinary limited residency during the month of April. A former contestant on MasterChef Australia, Tibballs was named the ‘Queen of Chocolate’ for her acclaimed desserts. The limited residency sees Tibballs bringing local flavours and ingredients to her signature style. Tibballs’s specially designed recipes are ava ..read more

Hong Kong Wonders Suite, Island Shangri-La From fairy gardens and animal themes to a step into Hong Kong’s past, the children’s rooms at Island Shangri-La are sure to pique imaginations The 45th floor of the Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong has been reimagined for guests looking to spend quality time with their children. The 21 themed rooms and suites are designed with young visitors in mind and are nothing short of spectacular. ‘The Hangout’ serves as a living-dining-playroom while ‘The Pantry’ provides a wide range of children-related appliances to ease parents’ travels. The adventure begins ..read more