A destination rich in First Nations culture and natural beauty, Western Australia’s Dampier Peninsula is the heartland of the Bardi Jawi people, a community that has called the rugged coastal region home for millennia. Travellers seeking a deeper understanding of Australia’s First Nations heritage will relish the opportunity to explore the biodiverse Bardi Jawi Gaarra Marine Park accompanied by the traditional custodians of the land, learning ancestral stories and hearing about sustainable caretaking practices that have survived for generations.

Read about WA's Dampier Peninsula and the incredible Oolin Sunday Island Cultural Tours.

Chilli enthusiasts (or any lover of fiery, flavourful food) will adore eating their way around Los Cabos, a city at the southernmost tip of Mexico’s Baja California region. Here, the culinary scene is as vibrant as it is varied: some eateries embody farm-to-table philosophies while others offer envelope-pushing menus that have been crowned with at least one Michelin star. This is one part of the world you’ll want to explore on an empty stomach. 

Here's our guide to the best places to eat in Los Cabos.

Wellness at The Farm at San Benito, a premier spa retreat just south of Manila, involves more than unwinding in a sauna. Upon arriving  at this elegant stay nestled near the Malarayat mountain range, guests will be visited by a dedicated butler and physician, who’ll begin crafting a customised program designed to stimulate wellness “from a cellular level”.  In practice, that translates to everything from floatation therapy to TearHertz cell charging and acupressure sessions, complemented by nutritious meals and the splendour of the 60-key property’s natural beauty. R&R has never looked this achievable (or luxurious).

Learn more about The Farm at San Benito here.

A harmonious blend of old and new, Romania’s charming capital is leading a low-key revolution with its quietly modern dining scene. Although the city’s eclectic mix of influences, from Greek to Filipino, are well worth tasting, the real hidden gems of the town are those taking traditional Romanian cuisine into the future – at Soro Lume you’ll find elevated takes on traditional fare including carp served with burnt herb sauce and flame-kissed polenta cubes matched with smoky sour cream. In Bucharest, every meal will take your taste buds on a surprising adventure

Here’s a guide to the best things to do in Bucharest.

A hand-drawn map is all you need to navigate the newly opened Il Delfino, a nostalgic escape in the far north NSW coastal town of Yamba where bungalow balconies hang directly over the glittering ocean. The scene is set for an Italian-inspired summer getaway, with white stucco arches, tomato red umbrellas and binoculars on hand for dolphin spotting. From here, you’re footsteps from the Yamba Ocean Pool and sun-soaked Convent beach while also being a short drive to the chic cafes and relaxed eateries on Coldstream street. If you’re looking to reclaim the joy of summer holidays past, this piece of paradise is where you should start.

Read more about Yamba's Il Delfino here.

Picture this: beach shacks serving casual buffalo mozzarella sandwiches; serene coves of crystal-clear waters that beckon for a swim or sailing adventure; and lunches of woodfired pizza and tuna, fresh from the ocean. This is the eat-play-eat rhythm of life on Ponza, the largest of Italy’s Pontine islands, floating in the Tyrrhenian Sea around an hour from the port of Anzio. While the crowds head to nearby Amalfi, you’ll be stretched out on a lounger for another afternoon of bliss.

Here's a guide to Ponza (and the best things to do there).

In the semi-arid area of Great Karoo, an overlapping of unique biomes creates a singular environment that bursts with life, giving the region the nickname of “South Africa’s Serengeti”. Here, five hours north east of Cape Town by car, amongst a surreal terrain of sweet rooigras (red grass) and silver ankerkaroo (African sheepbush), creatures as great as the cheetah and as graceful as the springbok roam free, ready for their close up.

Discover more about Samara Karoo Reserve, a luxury lodge in Great Karoo.

Britpop and bucket hats no longer define the identity of the English city of Manchester – in fact, just like Oasis, it’s having its own comeback. Examine the evidence: along with becoming the first English city outside London to host a Michelin Guide awards ceremony, it’s also home to Schofield’s Bar, the top ranking venue on the UK’s Top 50 Cocktail Bars list. The cherry on top for the in-the-know-crowd?Manchester’s on the cusp of receiving its own Soho House outpost.

Here are the best things to do on Manchester.

When chef Carmy and his motley crew burst onto our screens in the high-octane, kitchen drama The Bear, audiences drooled over more than just the food they served up. The city of Chicago has its own starring role in the series, with snapshots of everything from Michelin-starred bakeries to no-frills sandwich shops spliced between frames of stove-side anarchy. It’s a city of diverse influences – Mexican, Polish, Indian or Ukrainian food can all be found here – and a whole lot of heart.

Here’s how to eat your way through Chicago, with a restaurant guide inspired by The Bear.

After four years of inactivity, the Belmond Eastern & Oriental Express has begun journeying from city to city once again. Departing Singapore and cutting a course through the gibbon-draped jungles of Malaysia’s Taman Negara, one of the oldest rainforests in the world, this train delivers on sightseeing in spades – but it’s the inside that may capture the bulk of your attention. In addition to plush dining and sleeping carriages, South East Asia’s first Dior Spa also chugs along in its own coach, waiting to transport you to a state of utter bliss.

Read more about the Belmond Eastern & Oriental Express, departing Singapore.

Amid the towering skyscrapers and ever-bustling population of 7.5 million people, you might be surprised to find that one of the world’s most decadent opportunities to unplug and unwind can be found in Hong Kong. Here,  wellness goes beyond the expected: think qigong meditation, sound bath therapy, reflexology and even hair analysis sessions. Set your dial to slow and you’ll see this city in a whole new light.

See our list of the best wellness experiences to have in Hong Kong.

“The South of France” evokes visions of pastoral towns, fields filled withlavender blossoms and coastlines glittering with glamorous celebrities. It doesn’t exactly say: flamingos. At Les Bains Gardians in the country’s wild Camargue region, guests can expect these flossy-pink birds and so much more. A collection of white-washed cottages and grassy tufts of countryside, this boutique inn – which opened in June – offers every luxury you can think of, from two swimming pools to a spa and even a stable of horses waiting to gallop across golden beaches.

Step inside Les Bains Gardians in Provence here.

The Greek Islands swell with visitors in summer; most of whom skip straight from Athens to the idyllic ports of the Cyclades or Ioanian archipelagos. The Athens Riviera, occupying the tip of Cape Sounian, also delivers calm waters and beautiful vistas – without the multi-hour cruise over the Mediteranean. With relaxed resorts aplenty, spanning glamping sites and ultra-luxe properties offering private pools and marina-front views, this corner of Greece is set to have its moment in the sun.

Here’s a list of the best things to do on the Athens Riviera. 

Adventure-enthusiasts and wellness seekers alike will find something to satisfy them in Rotorua, an area of New Zealand’s north island shaped by millennia of geothermal activity. Kārearea Nest, a luxury cabin perched above the lush green expanse of the Whakarewarewa Forest and its accompanying mountain bike park, has proximity to both (there’s a bath on the deck and a Secret Spot Hot Tub is within walking distance). Charge up or chill out: the choice is yours.

Step inside Kārearea Nest, an upscale bach in New Zealand's Rotorua.

There’s something happening in Kirra Point, a seaside enclave on the Gold Coast, just north of the NSW border. While the beloved ‘Goldie’ remains as glittering as ever, a few minutes south is a scene that’s a little more subtle: there’s a cluster of glamorous new hotels and lively restaurants, including a breezy Med-inspired bistro that’s reimagined the site of an old Pizza Hut diner.

Here are the best things to do in Coollangatta's Kirra Point.

While Mongolia, blanketed by plains of wildflowers and temperate grassland, remains remote, a recent relaxation of visa requirements has made this vast nation more accessible than ever. Group tours with operators such as G Adventures (who offer a 14-day epic tour that includes hiking across ice sheets scaling 300-metre-tall sand dunes and sleeping under the stars in a yurt) are a great way to take in some of the country’s most dramatic landscapes and channel its nomadic heritage, which still accounts for around 30% of the population.

This is the best way to experience (and tour) remote Mongolia.

Jaipur, in India’s north, is a city of aesthetic excess – it’s famed for intricate mosaics, opulent architecture and romantic pink palaces. One of its newest hotels, Raffles Jaipur, dials down the drama in some spaces – the on-site hammam and mineral pools are the colour of cool bone – and turns it up in others (expect to enjoy the personalised service of Raffles’ signature butlers). The regal retreat makes for a glorious base from which to delve deeper into the historic city that has captivated travellers for centuries.

Take a look inside the stately Raffles Jaipur.

Generations of music lovers still worship the legacy of Elvis Presley, the loose-hipped sensation that called Memphis home for the majority of his life. In 2025, celebrations for the King of Rock and Roll’s 90th birthday will take over the city, with the heart of the action taking place at sprawling Graceland. The singer’s estate isn’t the only place where Memphis and its inimitable musical history hits a high note: Beale Street still sings with its connections to greats from Muddy Waters to Aretha Franklin.

See why 2025 is the year to visit Elvis Presley's adopted home of Graceland in Memphis, Tenneesee. 

A 90-minute drive from Santiago is O’Higgins, a region bursting with charming regional eateries and a new wave of wineries pushing lo-fi varietals such as torontel or país. The new Ruta de los Abastos food trail is the best way to discover this under-the-radar part of Chile – comprising 10 food-focused tours that chart a course through everything from artisanal salt farms to olive groves, giving travellers multiple opportunities to sample the spoils of the terrain.

Here's where to eat and drink in the enchanting O'Higgins region.

Canada’s forest-rich Vancouver Island is the ultimate destination for spotting grizzly bears. That’s exactly why Knight Inlet Lodge, a 20-room property owned by the Nanwakolas Council – a coalition of six First Nations Council – is based here. These majestic animals aren’t the only wildlife you’ll spot here, however – there are playful orcas, adorable sea otters and dolphins dancing around the island’s edges, too. Fancy glimpsing the greats of land and sea all in one trip? This is the destination for you.

Explore more of the beautiful Knight Inlet Lodge here.

Australia’s appetite for Bali’s beauty and vibrancy is voracious, with the beloved island answering in turn with an ever-growing stable of properties, restaurants and cafes. Nuanu, an hour north of Denpasar, is a whole new thing entirely. In this sprawling precinct, a state-of-the-art spa – with the world’s largest dome-shaped wood-fired sauna – stands alongside an immersive AI-driven outdoor art gallery, luxurious resort-style accommodation and the country’s coolest new beach club.

Explore Nuanu, a brand new "city" in Bali's Tabanan region.

The buzzy capital of Thailand is a moving feast of fine-diners, diverse fusion spots and elevated eating, confirming its place at the apex of the world’s best places to eat. From Michelin-starred pad thai to a casual eatery serving steamy bowls of unctuous congee and a laidback diner plating up lobster-sized prawns, there’s an eatery for every kind of appetite.

Here are the best places to eat in Bangkok.

For many, Antarctica is a bucket list journey and not just because of its staggering scenery and remoteness. Now, a handful of expedition ships are departing from Hobart rather than Chile, making the passage to the frozen continent that much easier for those who are short on time (while still taking in the big sights). What can travellers expect? On an Australasian Antarctic Expedition, you’ll experience the splendour of East Antarctica; a place of ice cliffs and towering icebergs that really need to be seen to be believed.

Dive into the unique Aurora Expeditions journey from Hobart to Antarctica here.

Have you ever considered fly fishing for mindfulness? That’s the key activity at Currawong Lakes, a cosy cabin stay in lutruwita/Tasmania’s Eastern Tiers region that deals in a slower pace of travel. The attentive staff serve up everything from home grown veggies to helpful fishing tips, while the surrounding tranquil lakes and quietly swaying eucalypts deliver acalming scenery.

Currawong Lakes is the best place to stay in the Eastern Tiers — here's why.

South America’s mighty Amazon is a staple on bucket lists for good reason and the new four-night Aqua Expeditions cruise down its belly could be just the push you need to finally bring your dream to life. Wildlife spotting opportunities are abundant on this sailing, with appearances from all manner of creatures, including energetic dolphins and elegant egrets, on the agenda for passengers. Topped off by delicious on-board dining, this is one way to explore one of the world’s most iconic rivers in sumptuous style.

Read more about the luxurious Aqua Expeditions Cruise down the Amazon River of Peru.

The Ultimate Way to Experience the Kimberley