As one of the most popular tourist destinations in Australia, Queensland’s Gold Coast has more than its fair share of high-end luxury hotels peering over its pristine sandy shores.  Given the popularity of the region, travellers are presented with a sea of choice when seeking out a quality experiential stay on the Gold Coast with the intimate, personalised hospitality that boutique hotels are known for. And while most boutique hotels are small and quaint, everything is super-sized on the Gold Coast, with the typical ‘boutique hotel’ likely to look a little different and taller around thes ..read more

Home to some of America’s most famous landmarks, including Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz and The Painted Ladies, it’s little wonder that San Francisco is one of the country’s favourite destinations. What might be more surprising is how popular the city is with pet owners. With its generous green spaces and temperate climate, San Francisco is a fantastic place to explore with a pet, and it has a hotel scene built to service the steady stream of pet-owners that visit. What considerations should a pet owner make when visiting San Fran, and which of the city’s pet-friendly hotels are best? Read on ..read more

Lovingly referred to by the LGBTQI community as ‘the gay capital of the south’, Atlanta has developed a reputation as a progressive beacon in an otherwise conservative part of the world. Atlanta plays host to a rolling roster of LGBTQI events throughout the year, including Atlanta Pride, Black Gay Pride, Atlanta Bear Pride and AIDS Walk Atlanta. But whether a member of the LGBTQI community is in town for one of these events, or to simply check out all that Georgia’s biggest city has to offer, they’ll want to stay somewhere welcoming. Collated below are some of Atlanta’s very best LGBTQI-friend ..read more

Cairns is a quaint, vibrant city located in tropical north Queensland, on Australia’s northeastern coast.  Famed for its year-round sun, lush rainforest setting, soft white-sand beaches, crystal clear waters, and proximity to the largest natural coral reef system in the world, Cairns is a fantastic place to unwind and recharge. Travellers who seek out luxurious accommodation are in luck, with some of the country’s best boutique hotels located in and around this tropical paradise. Join us as we take a look at the best boutique hotels in Cairns. Don’t see your property listed? Get in touch ..read more

Cairns, the largest city in tropical Far North Queensland, is considered the gateway to a couple of Australia’s most stunning natural wonders: the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest. It’s one of the country’s favourite destinations for a reason. One way for travellers to make a trip to Cairns even more special is by bringing their furry friends along, and with the number of pet-friendly accommodation options growing, more and more guests are doing just that. Which pet-friendly hotels are best? And how will a pet owner approach a visit to Cairns? The answers to these questions and m ..read more

Georgia’s largest city is a vibrant and eclectic place, home to approximately half a million welcoming inhabitants. This is the south, but perhaps not as you know it. Along with stunning greenery, rich history and numerous temples to sport, there is also an edge, a culture, a progressiveness here that can be surprising to visitors given where Atlanta sits on the map. All in all, this is a place that everyone should check out at least once, and the good news for pet owners is that the city is ultra-welcoming to those who bring their furry friends along. What considerations should a pet owner ma ..read more

Home to a string of world class festivals and more wine than a visitor will know what to do with, Adelaide is fast gaining a reputation as one of Australia’s premier destinations. And the wide open spaces of this ‘big country town’ make it a particularly popular choice amongst pet owners. The glorious beaches that stretch 50km from Port Adelaide in the northwest to Aldinga in the southwest serve up sunset after stunning sunset. The gorgeous parklands that encapsulate the CBD, meanwhile, showcase the best of Australian flora and fauna, and include the famous Adelaide Botanic Gardens. Happily th ..read more

Originally called Tarntanya (meaning “red kangaroo place”) by the indigenous Kaurna custodians of the land, Adelaide is one of the most cultured cities in Australia, let alone the western world.  From its very inception, Adelaide has been a different kind of city; the only established free colony to remain free (and not become a penal colony) early on in Australia’s 19th-century colonial history. These days, the city proudly continues its heritage of self-sustenance and originality with a raft of first-rate restaurants, stunning art installations, and world-class cultural wonders on offer ..read more

Gaze east across the bay from San Francisco and you’ll lay eyes on its sister city, Oakland. While it may not be as famous as its neighbour, Oakland still offers a wealth of history, sights and experiences that make it a destination all its own. Vibrant Jack London Square, sprawling Oakland Zoo, the Victorian architecture of Old Oakland, the art deco beauty of Fox and Paramount Theatres; there’s fun to be had no matter a tourist’s definition of the word. But where to stay in Oakland? The perfect hotel will change from guest to guest, so here is a selection of the very best, grouped by the type ..read more

A large man-made reservoir in the heart of Texas Hill Country, Canyon Lake is where Central and South Texans go to enjoy water-based fun. Formed in the early 1960s for flood control and water conservation reasons, Canyon Lake quickly turned into one of the state’s most popular recreation areas. And it only takes one visit to work out why. Canyon Lake is gorgeous, and the local climate is ideal for enjoying the fresh, clear waters. The lake supports a healthy tourism industry that offers something for everyone: young families, loved-up couples, groups of friends and solo travellers will all fin ..read more