Gaia Retreat and Spa, Byron Bay
I love Olivia Newton-John. It’s as simple as that. I even named my first bicycle after her. So when Mr Romance and I had the opportunity to stay at her … Read more
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Phuket’s answer to people who want it all – Thavorn Beach Village Resort and Spa
Phuket, Thailand is famous for its stunning coastline and tranquility, but also its hedonistic party atmosphere. Across the bay from Patong Beach – Phuket’s party mecca – is Thavorn Beach, … Read more
Phuket’s best-kept secret – Aleenta Phuket Resort and Spa
From the moment you arrive at Aleenta Phuket, you get the feeling you’re somewhere special. The water garden that runs under the walkways, the beautiful villas with private pools, the … Read more
Hua Chang Heritage Hotel – an oasis of peace in the heart of Bangkok
Hua Chang Heritage Hotel is the proverbial needle in a haystack of crazy. A clever blend of old colonial and bright modern décor, this hotel is like no other in … Read more
What is eco-luxe and where you can find it in Thailand – Aleenta Hua Hin
Luxury travel and eco-tourism haven’t been good bedfellows in the past, but things are changing. Places like Hua Hin’s Aleenta Resort in Thailand’s southwest have discovered the beautiful balance of the … Read more
Where to stay in Phuket for romance – Sala Resort and Spa
Sala Phuket Hotel is the very definition of Thailand’s romance and mystery. From the privacy of the pool villas to the sun setting over the Andaman Sea, Sala Phuket is … Read more
High-rise romance in Bangkok – Centara Grand at Centralworld
Finding accommodation in Bangkok isn’t difficult, but choosing where to stay is. You’re so spoilt for choice here. But if it’s comfort, convenience and luxury you’re after, the Centara Grand … Read more
Q Station Retreat, Manly – the bush getaway in the city
An abandoned quarantine station doesn’t sound like the ideal Sydney getaway, but when the NSW national parks, the National Heritage, a new top-class exec chef and an international hotel group … Read more
Where to stay in Broome, Western Australia – Bali Hai Resort and Spa
Broome is one of the most isolated coastal towns in Australia. It’s also the gateway to Western Australia’s fascinating Kimberley Region. But the question is where to stay in Broome? … Read more
Where to stay in the Hunter Valley – Spicers Vineyards Estate Hotel, Pokolbin
Finding that perfect romantic getaway is a balancing act between location, price, quality and your partner’s expectations. Our recent trip to Spicers Vineyards Estate Hotel in the Hunter Valley 2 … Read more