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The world's best hotels for luxury travellers
- W Sydney – just opened last October – is set to hit refresh on the rather drab Darling Harbour with its over half-a-billion-dollar building, the Ribbon designed by Hassell architects, and 588 rooms
- The interiors are designed by the London firm Bowler James Brindley, and the Btwn bar-restaurant features culinary creations by chef Chris Dodd and Janice Wong’s five-course dessert bar, 2am
His clients include the likes of Kate Middleton, Angelina Jolie and Anna Wintour, and now he’s bringing the A-list treatment to Hong Kong
The opening of the Palazzo Versace Macau was a night to remember – John Legend sang, while the likes of Donatella Versace, K-pop’s Taecyeon and Thai actor Blue Pongtiwat mingled at the Grand Lisboa Palace’s latest luxury opening
Boutique hotels and luxury chains aim to reimagine the Himalayan nation’s image as a cheap holiday spot for backpackers by offering comfortable, stylish accommodation in locations well off the beaten track.
The new family floor at the five-star Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong hotel offers parents and their children ‘family-friendly luxury’ in a fun-filled fantasyland. We stayed for a night.
The hotel in the Azabudai Hills complex neighbours an upscale outdoor mall and is not far from Tokyo Tower – it also introduces the Janu brand’s more urban identity where buzziness blends with seclusion
Raffles at Galaxy Macau and Andaz Macau are the latest additions to the integrated resort’s list of hotels, not to mention the convention centre and entertainment facilities
The 99-room The Opposite House, the group’s first hotel, will close after 16 years to make way for an ‘innovative retail landmark’ in the Taikoo Li Sanlitun area.
Mozambique is an unsung gem of African tourism. The Bazaruto Archipelago offers a chance to get up close to spectacular marine life – including the elusive dugong – without being too invasive.
The coral islands of Palau in the western Pacific are best visited by boat, and catamaran Four Seasons Explorer offers a new option for visitors to a nation with conservation in its constitution.
‘We are trying to overcome it, so that people will come back to Hong Kong and experience all of the good things it has to offer’, CEO Clement Kwok says. ‘That will take some time.’
From rumours that she and Travis Kelce stayed at the Crown Towers Sydney, to snaps of the couple at Koma in Marina Bay Sands – here’s how you can retrace Tay Tay’s steps
The former US president has always been a savvy businessman, but not all of his investments have paid off … we rounded up 7 of his strangest and downright hilarious endeavours
Don’t skip downtown – Venice Beach, West Hollywood and Beverly Hills may be top of your bucket list, but central Los Angeles is quietly emerging as must-visit destination
Hong Kong’s hotels are looking at sporting, arts, consumer and entertainment events in the year ahead to drive tourist flows into the city
Orchard Road’s western end is more laid-back than the rest of Singapore’s most famous shopping street, but new hotels and rejuvenated malls are bringing a new vibe to the area.
Planning a trip to Taiwan but hoping to go beyond the tourist traps? Check out these world-class recommendations, from Moonrock’s locally inspired cocktails to CMP Village’s gorgeous glamping tents
Guests who stay at SAii Phi Phi Island Village, on Thailand’s Phi Phi Don island, can be reassured bamboo sharks and clownfish are among the species benefiting from their custom.
The collective fortune of the top 50 wealthiest families and individuals in Malaysia is estimated to be US$81.6 billion according to Forbes – but who’s the richest in 2024?
Think you only visit Disney World with kids? Think again – The Grand Floridian is a gorgeous, sprawling resort for those looking to be pampered beyond roller coaster rides, writes Kari Becker
The latest offering from Los Angeles-based Palisociety, the hotel’s location is minutes away from Hollywood Walk of Fame and TCL’s Chinese Theatre – perfect for first-time visitors
Tian Pujun, star of hit Chinese drama Empresses in the Palace, was appalled when she found unhygienic conditions in an expensive mainland hotel, and was given no apology when she complained to staff.
Luxury brands have embraced the dragon, incorporating it into their product designs as corporations eye business opportunities ahead of the Lunar New Year, when gifting new clothes and fashion accessories is a symbol of change and represents a fresh start in Chinese culture.
Hotels and other businesses need to adapt parking infrastructure as EV adoption is accelerating in the city, analyst says.
As Bali battles overtourism, this sustainable stay could be your guilt-free oasis of calm on the paradise island
Mykonos and Santorini may be pretty, but they can get overcrowded to the point of not being enjoyable. To beat the crush of tourists, head further afield in Greece and try some new luxury accommodation.
Tickets for Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour in Singapore sold out near-instantly, and hotel bookings are getting snapped up quickly by overseas fans – here are 8 luxury stays to know
Hidden away in the serene embrace of Koh Yao Yai, this gorgeous luxury hotel boasts verdant jungle surroundings, breathtaking sunsets and an array of marine wonders
Russian entrepreneur Felix Demin reveals why his Private Jet Villa – a new luxury residence in Bali built in an old Boeing 737-200, which rents for up to US$6,500 per night – was so hard to create.
