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Get your culture fix in one of these exceptional art hotels
By Holly JohnsonShowcasing both up-and-coming local artists and recognisable names like Warhol, Picasso and Matisse, these lavish hotels let you experience breathtaking artwork without even having to get out of bed.
Trending travel: Airbnb’s top 19 destinations to visit in 2019
By Holly JohnsonAccording to Airbnb, travellers are opting for destinations off the beaten path where they can make a positive societal, cultural and environmental impact.
The best cities in the world to spend New Year’s Eve
By Emily PidgeonSydney’s famous firework display hurtling down from the Harbour Bridge and a majestic pyrotechnic show in golden Abu Dhabi are just some of the incredible ways to kick off 2019.
Get off the grid: Celebrate NYE at one of these under-the-radar retreats
By Holly JohnsonRing in 2019 from a private lodging in the lush rainforests of Ecuador or on the pristine beaches of Samoa.
Re-imagining barefoot luxury: Tropical Lizard Island, home to Dom Pérignon Retreat
By Emily PidgeonFrom exploring the otherworldly Great Barrier Reef to feasting on fresh seafood under the stars, the French Champagne brand’s new resort takes Reef holidays to the next level.
5 of the best ski resorts in the world
By Emily PidgeonTrade in hot summer holidays for a brisk escape to these charming European winter wonderlands.
‘Las Vegas of Asia’: Macau to overtake Qatar as the richest place on earth by 2020
By Holly JohnsonBrimming with rich history, world-class luxury entertainment and some of the world’s most extravagant casinos, Macau is set to reach new heights in the coming years.
Inside the grand unveiling of Sydney’s original five-star hotel
By Emily PidgeonAfter undergoing a A$50 million facelift, Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park has been transformed into a regal establishment that boasts Italian marble baths, glass ceilings and an imposing grand staircase.
The world's first underwater hotel has opened in Maldives
By Daniel HerbornThe Conrad Maldives Rangali Island Hotel has added an opulent two-story villa located beneath the Indian Ocean.
