Australia is a country of intriguing juxtapositions: a vast land with a small population; home to the world's oldest surviving human culture and some of its newest cities; tropical rainforest in the north, dry red earth in the centre, temperate in the south; it also boasts the world's largest coral reef and the largest monolith. Australia is a land worth exploring.
Canberra is the capital but it is the coastal cities of Sydney and Melbourne that compete as most populous and popular. Sydney offers a vibrant mix of contemporary architecture and beach culture with small luxury hotels notable for their sleek interiors. Melbourne has a mellower feel with its Continental café culture and elegant boutique hotels.
Queensland occupies the north-west corner of Australia and is renowned for the Great Barrier Reef, Fraser Island and its wet tropical forests, all of which are World Heritage Sites. Here, eco-lodges built on stilts are the de rigueur accommodation. In the north, the area around Darwin offers a pre-historic wilderness of astounding natural beauty, particularly The Kimberley and Kakadu.
In the east, across the Outback via the emblematic red rock of Uluru, are Perth and the idyllic wine-growing region around Margaret River. Finally, off the south coast, the island of Tasmania is remarkable for its unique flora and fauna, much of it protected as nature reserves and national parks.
An intimate private luxury hotel located in Sydney's financial business district and close to the harbours foreshore, Opera House, Museums and Shopping precinct with personalised service and attention...
at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat sets new standards of luxury boutique accommodation in the Whitsundays in Australia. Nestled on Pioneer Bay, at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat is conveniently located 2...
Daintree Eco Lodge & Spa projects a sense of exotic remoteness which is belied by the fact that it is located only 90 minutes by car from Cairns and 30 minutes from Port Douglas, the gateway to the Gr...
The landmark Grace Building is recognised as one of Sydney's most elegantly restored Neo Gothic buildings located in the heart of Sydney. Modelled on the Chicago Tribune building and opened in 1930, t...
The building that is now the Altamont was modeled on the first Government House which was built on the site of the present Governor Phillip Tower in 1789.
On the outskirts of Maleny yet hidden away from the village hustle and bustle is Lyola Pavilions in the Forest. Nestled amidst rainforest and enjoying spectacular views, Lyola offers guests a chance ...
Thorngrove Manor was recently described as one of the world's outstanding properties and is a winner of many international awards. This is no ordinary hotel. The baroque turrets and fantasy towers are...
North Bundaleer is a grand, pastoral homestead, registered on the national estate and situated 190km north of Adelaide on the way to Flinders range and towards outback Australia. It is located on 400 ...
Situated in the wine region of Margaret River Western Australia, Empire retreat offers complete luxury and seclusion. Built around a 30-year old farmhouse this secluded retreat is nestled on 265 acres...